Newsies London Reviews and Tickets
Show-Score Member Reviews (550)
See it if amazing dancing, immersive theatre
Don't see it if book is pretty weak
See it if You like great dancing, acting, singing, tricks and staging
Don't see it if You don’t like old fashioned themes
See it if You love dance or if you love a fun show
Don't see it if Do see it
See it if you enjoy a show with excellent atmosphere, from both cast and audience. The immersive feel also allows for further enjoyment
Don't see it if you want to see something different, this is a typical show with excellent choreography - not much depth
See it if You like big musical numbers. The dancing was amazing!! Such a good show!
Don't see it if You don’t enjoy the songs
See it if A musical that is full of energy and wonderful dance numbers.
Don't see it if You don't like big dance numbers
See it if love musicals in general. EVERYONE will love this show.
Don't see it if you don't like good pieces of theatre
See it if Like to see bunch of man to jump every 15 minutes
Don't see it if You don’t like disney stuff
Critic Reviews (10)
"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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"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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“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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" ‘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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"This is a vehicle for good songs, wry wisecracks and the most exuberant choreography this side of 42nd Street."
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"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 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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"While the plotting is a bit formulaic, the message of this boisterous production couldn’t be more timely."
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