Flowers for Mrs Harris
Closed 2h 40m
Flowers for Mrs Harris
81

Flowers for Mrs Harris London Reviews and Tickets

81%
(37 Ratings)
Positive
86%
Mixed
14%
Negative
0%
Members say
Delightful, Entertaining, Enchanting, Great singing, Great acting

About the Show

The London premiere of the musical adaptation of Paul Gallico's heart-warming novel.

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Show-Score Member Reviews (22)

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80 Reviews | 5 Followers
84
Delightful

See it if You want to see a perfectly fine, charming musical

Don't see it if You don’t enjoy slow musicals, it takes a while for the story to get going

129 Reviews | 3 Followers
80
Stellar cast, Great singing, Wonderful score, Romantic, Full of hope

See it if you enjoy old fashioned musicals, nostalgia . Played with genuine emotion & a remarkable depth of characters.

Don't see it if you prefer modern musicals with effects.

164 Reviews | 24 Followers
79
Romantic, Slow, Great writing, Great singing, Great acting

See it if you love old classic musicals

Don't see it if your expecting something big

58 Reviews | 2 Followers
76
Slow, Endearing, Great writing, Funny, Entertaining

See it if you like a multi-medium adaptation of an endearing comedy with a message to find the good in everyday life.

Don't see it if you'd like slightly more singable music (although the music did serve its purpose in the narrative), or wouldn't prefer periodic drama. Read more

78 Reviews | 5 Followers
70
Great acting, Slow

See it if You don't mind a very slow show (act 1 especially), with a great cast (lovely characters) about a nice woman trying to get a dress.

Don't see it if You want action

95 Reviews | 3 Followers
58
Cliched, Charming, Sweet, Slow

See it if you loved the film Mrs Harris goes to Paris and want to relive it.

Don't see it if you want face paced theatre or are a bit of a cynic. This is a slow burn Eliza Doolittle becomes a do-gooder. Read more

33 Reviews | 1 Follower
90
Romantic, Great singing, Enchanting, Delightful, Absorbing

See it if you like fashion, Dior dresses/the New Look, romance, working class joy, Paul Gallico stories, Jenna Russell or women focused musicals

Don't see it if you hate French (some of the musical goes to Paris), couture fashion, the New Look, or you want it to be the same as the film

23 Reviews | 4 Followers
90
Must see, Great writing, Great acting, Absorbing

See it if You're looking to see an emotional musical where Jenna Russell truly shines

Don't see it if You're not feeling like crying that day

Critic Reviews (12)

BroadwayWorld
October 6th, 2023

“This heartwarming and charming musical is concluded with a joyous happy ending...It is slightly rushed ending, which doesn’t pack as much emotion as may have been expected from such a hopeful story. However, this remains an engaging and graceful musical, filled with hope and positivity.”
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WhatsOnStage
October 7th, 2023

“...’Flowers for Mrs Harris’ retains its ability gently to break your heart even as you smile with recognition. It’s a lovely show.”
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London Theatre
October 6th, 2023

“This Cinderella story dares you to dream, while also stressing the value of grounded, caring relationships. As Dior model Natasha explains, sometimes you want parties and Champagne, but sometimes you just want to share chocolate cake with the person you love.”
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The Stage (UK)
October 6th, 2023

“What a glorious musical bouquet this is...it’s a story of grief, friendship, female solidarity and self-discovery, wrapped in one middle-aged woman’s quest to own a Christian Dior couture dress.”
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All That Dazzles (UK)
October 8th, 2023

“In a world that is increasingly dark and scary, full of negativity and hatred, ‘Flowers For Mrs Harris’ is the remedy we all need right now.”
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Theatre Weekly (UK)
October 7th, 2023

“This is a blooming good musical that celebrates the goodness in people and gives us all a little hope that dreams can come true…if we’re prepared to put the effort in”
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The Arts Desk
October 9th, 2023

“Despite its 1950s setting and period details, ‘Flowers for Mrs Harris’ is a beautifully structured piece of contemporary musical theatre that is also an exceptional example of the art of adaptation.”
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Time Out London
October 6th, 2023

“This show brims over with a kindness that may be more wish fulfilment than reality – that people’s efforts pay off and hard graft is ultimately rewarded – but there’s absolutely nothing wrong with that right now. Soak it up and cheer Mrs Harris along.”
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