Critic Reviews (11)
āMoments of blame and doubt bring needed complexity to a piece that feels a few songwriting rewrites short of its full potential. But when the two male leads take to the air in defiance of a body that has been damaged, the audienceās spirits ascend on cue with them.ā
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"Though its raucous good humour sometimes dissolves into sentiment, itās one of the most uplifting, heart-swelling shows Iāve seen in ages. No, Iām not crying: youāre crying."
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"It is a lovable tearjerker... with a disarming sweetness and bearing all the signs of being an immense crowd-pleaser."
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āIf the show doesnāt feel completely achieved, it breaks new ground and takes its audience on an exceptional journey. Perhaps, in some ways, that matters more.ā
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"A wonderful show full of colour, I have no doubt that this is going to be the next big thing. Get yourself a ticket before it sells out ā believe me, this is one show you wonāt want to miss."
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"Youād have to be totally cold-hearted to not be taken in by this extraordinary tale of fight. Conceivably it might not be fully ready, but it feels genuinely groundbreaking to see this show on a West End stage."
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There are big things in store for this ālittleā homegrown musical that will capture the hearts and imaginations of many. Whether The Little Big Things turns out to be the best show of 2023 remains to be seen, but this new British musical is the best thing to happen to London theatre in years
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"This triumphant new musical, based on artist Henry Fraserās authentically inspirational memoir of the same name, is a real workout for the emotions. ... Itās universal, hopeful, involving and I really canāt wait to see it again."
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