Newsies
Ends Jul 2023 2h 30m
Newsies
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Newsies London Reviews and Tickets

90%
(256 Reviews)
Positive
94%
Mixed
4%
Negative
2%
Members say
Entertaining, Absorbing, Great staging, Delightful, Clever

About the Show

A London revival of the Tony Award-winning musical inspired by the Newsboys Strike of 1899. 

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Member Reviews (256)

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Nic
490 Reviews | 93 Followers
88
Fun, Great staging, Delightful, Entertaining, Ambitious

See it if you love Newsies, or if like me, you *don’t.* I have never been a fan of this musical, but this production is so good it ruined that.

Don't see it if you don’t want to be blown away by creativity and talent in a surprisingly immersive production.

117 Reviews | 11 Followers
82
Ambitious, Epic, Edgy, Entertaining, Great staging

See it if Great dancing, and brilliant staging.

Don't see it if Sound design is shocking for a professional show.

104 Reviews | 11 Followers
95
Masterful, Great staging, Absorbing

See it if you want to see a frenetic and brilliantly choreographed show. Some of the best dance sequences I’ve seen, high energy from start to finish.

Don't see it if you don’t like the action happening all around you. I also found some of the sound was quite bad in places- mics not being picked up etc.

95 Reviews | 17 Followers
95
Must see, Great dancing, Enchanting, Entertaining

See it if you love shows with jaw-dropping dancing...you'll remember this one for a long time!

Don't see it if you want a show with an amazing plot or don't like incredible dancing.

88 Reviews | 10 Followers
100
Absorbing, Entertaining, Great staging, Masterful, Must see

See it if You love a great immersive or dance production

Don't see it if you don't like Disney

80 Reviews | 11 Followers
95
Omg the dancing, More dancing, The dancing, Fun, Spectacular

See it if The ensemble of dancers is out of this world

Don't see it if You want a strong plot or fabulous acting Read more

82 Reviews | 3 Followers
100
Meticulous, Amazing set, High energy, Exhilarating, Exciting

See it if you like full on high octane precision dance choreography & acrobatics True story, superb cast. Applause & audience appreciation throughout

Don't see it if you don’t like historical musicals.

68 Reviews | 6 Followers
90
Must see, Great staging, Exquisite, Entertaining

See it if absolutely fantastic staging and overall production.

Don't see it if no reason not to

Critic Reviews (9)

The Times (UK)
December 9th, 2022

"Along the way it slightly loses track of its young characters’ fears and frustrations as it celebrates their defiant athleticism. If the storytelling were as sensational as the dancing, this would run for ever."
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London Theatre
December 9th, 2022

"I can absolutely see its themes resonating with audiences, particularly its inspiring message that the next generation of social justice warriors can change the world. ... 'Newsies' is going to be hitting the headlines for all the right reasons."
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Time Out London
December 9th, 2022

" ‘Newsies’ is a perfect example of how a hard-working, perfectly synchronised cast can be a rousing metaphor for collective action of a more real-world kind, thrillingly embodying the kind of change the world needs to see."
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The Stage (UK)
December 8th, 2022

"This is a vehicle for good songs, wry wisecracks and the most exuberant choreography this side of 42nd Street."
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Theatre Weekly (UK)
December 8th, 2022

“Newsies represents the very best of theatre; immersing its audience in the story and going all out to create an unforgettable show that is truly spectacular. Hold the front page, because London’s most revolutionary musical is an undeniable hit”
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WhatsOnStage
December 12th, 2022

"This 'Newsies' sparkle is the sheer scale of both set, choreography and overall vision: this is a kinetic, no-expense-spared showstopper that should make headlines across the capital."
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The Arts Desk
December 12th, 2022

"Much like their papes, the newsies sell it with a wink and a winning smile."
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The Guardian (UK)
December 12th, 2022

"The complexities of the 'newsies’ struggle may feel under-explored for adults, but as a primer on unionisation in our winter of discontent it’s a refreshing proposition for younger audiences."
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