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Beautiful - The Carole King Musical in London
Beautiful – An amazing story about a remarkable woman
Directed by Marc Bruni with choreography by Josh Prince, set design by Derek McLane, costumes by Aleja Viettii, lighting by Peter Kaczorowski and sound by Brian Ronan, this unique show features orchestration by Steve Sidwell. While the Broadway production starred Jessie Mueller as Carole King, the British version will be played by a British cast, with full details due to be released nearer the time.
Beautiful – The story
Beautiful tells the fascinating story of King's remarkable rise to stardom, starting off as a member of one of the world's most successful ever chart-topping songwriting team together with her late husband Gerry Goffin. It reveals her relationship with her best friends and fellow songwriters Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann and explores her eventual role as one of the most successful pop music solo acts ever.
The show premiered on Broadway in January 2014 and raised the roof, generating a great deal of critical acclaim. Douglas McGrath's popular novel Beautiful inspires the show, which showcases masses of heart-stopping classics written by King, Goffin, Mann and Weil. And the hits just keep on coming, including unforgettable songs like A Natural Woman, You’ve Got a Friend and Will You Love Me Tomorrow. In total the musical contains more than twenty legendary King hits: The Locomotion, Up on the Roof, So Far Away, On Broadway, You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling, Walking in the Rain, Pleasant Valley Sunday, I Feel the Earth Move and more.
As King herself commented, “A few years ago I went to an early reading of a new musical about my life. Though some scenes about my younger years were very emotional for me, I could tell it was going to be a good show. I didn't go to the opening on Broadway, but when I finally worked up the courage to see it, I loved everything about Beautiful! This show is an honest portrayal of my early life with Gerry Goffin and our friendship with our competitors Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil.”
The musical also launches on a US-wide tour in September 2015. Not many people get to see a Broadway and West End hit about their own lives, proving the popularity of the subject, the songs and the woman herself. Whether you were brought up on King hits or are completely new to them, you'll adore it.
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Saturday, 5 August 2017
- Running time:
2 hours 25 minutes
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OutstandingAn excellent production of a true story
S Reviewed on 18 September 2017 by Selina
Peterborough, United Kingdom
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superbJ Reviewed on 21 August 2017 by John
Horton, United Kingdom
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FabulousM Reviewed on 04 August 2017 by Marlene
Scottsdale, United States
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Definitely a must seeJ Reviewed on 02 August 2017 by Jenny
Soho, United Kingdom
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Fantastic story and songsFinishing soon. Would recommend seeing before 6th August
A Reviewed on 28 July 2017 by Alan
Street, United Kingdom
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Entertaining and great singerS Reviewed on 28 July 2017 by Salina
Barnet, United Kingdom
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Lovely feel good showC Reviewed on 27 July 2017 by Caroline
Rotherfield, United Kingdom
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Amazingly jaw droppingWe absolutely loved it. The voices,music, story was amazing. I learned a lot about music of that time and the history behind it. The word of the songs now have more debt and meaning to it.
M Reviewed on 27 July 2017 by Mildred
Thornton Heath, United Kingdom
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OutstandingV Reviewed on 27 July 2017 by Valentine
Ingatestone, United Kingdom
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Really Beautiful!Great onstage actors and great staff in the house! Thank you!
D Reviewed on 26 July 2017 by David
Portland, United States
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Money Well SpentA fantastic evening great songs, great lighting, complimented by fantastic singing. This is THE show to see a great way to spend an evening
S Reviewed on 23 July 2017 by Soner
London, United Kingdom
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Bring back the memoriesWhat a fantastic show everything from stage set to choice of songs and how they were sung was fantastic. We never knew she wrote so many hits we are in our early 60s and my eldist sisyer is 70 we were all singing and claping along a fantastic sight to see. The lady in front had see her live back in the day and was sayinf it was very accurate.
T Reviewed on 22 July 2017 by Terence
Forest Hill, United Kingdom
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A must see with great music.D Reviewed on 22 July 2017 by Donald
Canberra City, Australia
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Don't miss it.J Reviewed on 21 July 2017 by John
Warrington, United Kingdom
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Bubbly full of lifeIt's great these day's to be able to smile, and this show had us smiling and talking about it for days after, the whole cast were brilliant. Can't wait for it to come downunder will be going again
D Reviewed on 21 July 2017 by Douglas
Whitebridge, United Kingdom
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Superb in every way - great storyline, humour, pathos and musicT Reviewed on 20 July 2017 by Timothy
Mawson Lakes, Australia
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Fantastic ShowM Reviewed on 20 July 2017 by Maurice
Glen Iris, Australia
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Very MovingA true story is always good. This one was brilliant happy and also very sad. Carole King is a very strong and clever lady and showed that her passion for music was brilliant and she has brought many people such happiness with her songs.
J Reviewed on 19 July 2017 by Jennifer
Coalville, United Kingdom
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Fab a must seeE Reviewed on 19 July 2017 by Erica
Bluntisham, United Kingdom
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Not to be missed! You will be sorry!!!THE London show. If you need a musical lift then see this show. The staging and story is beautifully presented. Acting is superb. The whole audience rose at the end.
R Reviewed on 18 July 2017 by Reg
Southend-on-sea, United Kingdom
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Mums's birthdayI told my mum here for her birthday and she loved it as did I. I thought it would be more for her due to the age gap but I really enjoyed it as well, we knew so many songs, amazing singers and everyone got up and danced at the end. Great show :)
T Reviewed on 18 July 2017 by Tia
London, United Kingdom
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A must see showGreat show, great music, very professional.
G Reviewed on 15 July 2017 by Geoffrey
Braintree, United Kingdom
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Great/ WonderfulD Reviewed on 14 July 2017 by Doug
Victoria, Canada
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GreatE Reviewed on 13 July 2017 by Efrat
Raanana, Israel
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ExcellentJ Reviewed on 13 July 2017 by James
Banbury, United Kingdom
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AmazingLoved every part of the show, singing was amazing, story line was great. Set was very clever, dancing was brilliant.
C Reviewed on 12 July 2017 by Carol
Windsor, United Kingdom
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Amazing and great to watchFantastic show. Music, dancing and actors faultless. Great afternoon out. Could not fault it
G Reviewed on 12 July 2017 by Georgina
London, United Kingdom
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A must seeFabulous show & terrific music!
L Reviewed on 11 July 2017 by Lesley
Ayr, United Kingdom
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Excellent music!E Reviewed on 11 July 2017 by Elizabeth
St Albans, United Kingdom
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Must seeAs I wasn't familiar with artist Carole King, I certainly am now, Enough to download her music and soundtrack of show I am a fan of Cassidy Janson as I've seen her perform live acts as guest with Jive aces, and reason for to come see show beautiful
M Reviewed on 11 July 2017 by Martin
Blindley Heath, United Kingdom
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Big, Bold & BeautifulA 'First Class' Show with all the songs you know and love from a pioneering wonderful woman. Her life story is thrown in for good measure - amazing vocals that were just 'beautiful' - don't miss it.
C Reviewed on 10 July 2017 by Carol
Morpeth, United Kingdom
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Great Presentation!One of the best shows I've ever seen. Loved every moment!
D Reviewed on 06 July 2017 by David
Arlington, United States
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It's a mystFor anyone who hasn't seen the show it's a must before the 5th August Seen it three times !!!
K Reviewed on 05 July 2017 by Kim
London, United Kingdom
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DelightfulD Reviewed on 03 July 2017 by Doyin
Bromley, United Kingdom
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AMAZINGP Reviewed on 03 July 2017 by Paige
St Pete Beach, United States
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Carol kingGreat Theater
S Reviewed on 01 July 2017 by Susan
Lytham St Annes, United Kingdom
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Best show I've seen.
I Reviewed on 01 July 2017 by Ian
Duns, United Kingdom
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A day outOnce the email confirmation was sorted excellent thank you for sorting this out
T Reviewed on 30 June 2017 by Theresa
Bournemouth, United Kingdom
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Beautiful voices tell a girl makes good storyThe Carole King musical was entertaining and well presented. It isn't often that one sees a production where every voice is delightful. The costuming and choreography were delightful.
M Reviewed on 30 June 2017 by Mary
Aptos, United States
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We are the same vintage as Carole King and love her music
Z Reviewed on 30 June 2017 by Zita
Poynton, United Kingdom
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Unexpectadly Great.M Reviewed on 30 June 2017 by Marion
Rockingham, Australia
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a definite must-see!An excellent show, the only down side was the number of stairs to climb to the Grand Circle.
A Reviewed on 30 June 2017 by Angela
Lowestoft, United Kingdom
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You'll know and love the songs...Loved this show from beginning to end. Great acting, singing and dancing throughout. Clever integration of music from other writers too. Aldwych knows how to put on a quality show with great lighting, scenery and musical performances. I must go to another show soon!
A Reviewed on 28 June 2017 by Andy
Waterlooville, United Kingdom
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must see showBrilliant songs , singing and acting . a show I would love to see again !
L Reviewed on 28 June 2017 by Linda
Bexley, United Kingdom
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A wonderful tribute to a beautiful songstressWe thoroughly enjoyed the show. Excellent performances. Particularly liked the depictions of music studio in the 1950s.
F Reviewed on 28 June 2017 by Frances
Armidale, Australia
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Entertaining and enjoyableH Reviewed on 28 June 2017 by Hugh
Huntingdon, United Kingdom
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Feel good show with quality singingExcellent show with great acting, well sung oldie favourite songs, with a great cast carrying off their roles.
D Reviewed on 26 June 2017 by Dorian
Kidwelly, United Kingdom
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nostalgicthe main actress was brilliant and the cast was orthenic to the era. surpised that she wrote so many songs
P Reviewed on 26 June 2017 by Patricia
London, United Kingdom
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Fantastic music throughoutWonderful shown for anyone who loves music, what a talented cast!
J Reviewed on 25 June 2017 by Julie
Hatfield, United Kingdom
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An excellent evenings entertainmentThis production has only a little more than a month to run so a detailed review at this stage would seem pretty pointless. However we thoroughly enjoyed "Beautiful" especially of course the music almost all of which we were entirely familiar with and the Carole King story some of which was unknown to us previously.
M Reviewed on 24 June 2017 by Martin
Sandy, United Kingdom
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BrilliantThe show was fantastic. I really showed that a lot of research had gone into the production to ensure authenticity. Thoroughly recommend it to anyone.
C Reviewed on 23 June 2017 by Christelle
Fortitude Valley, Australia
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hit after hitA Reviewed on 18 June 2017 by Andrew
Isleworth, United Kingdom
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Beautiful Music, Beautiful Cast, Beautiful Show!The songs were the reason I went to see the show and I wasn't disappointed. Added to that was a poignant storyline linking them which added to the enjoyment of the show. The cast were excellent and it was altogether one of the most enjoyable shows I have seen on the London stage.
B Reviewed on 18 June 2017 by Belinda
London, United Kingdom
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So entertaining!It was really a very entertaining show. Good story line, great dancing singing and acting- one of the best shows I have seen in a long time.
C Reviewed on 17 June 2017 by Colette
Orchid, United Kingdom
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Beautiful BeautifulWonderful show. We enjoyed every minute of it
R Reviewed on 17 June 2017 by Robert
Atlantis, United States
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AmazingR Reviewed on 16 June 2017 by Robert
South Bunbury, Australia
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FantasticEven if your are not a Carole King fan you will love this muscical
I Reviewed on 16 June 2017 by Ian
Plymouth, United Kingdom
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Fun. Nostalgic. Moving. Educational. Uplifting. Impressive.M Reviewed on 15 June 2017 by Mary
Calgary, Canada
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Touching & InspirationalS Reviewed on 14 June 2017 by Swee Shing
Singapore, Singapore
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Sympathetic and heart warmingIt was a great mix of comedy, tales of love and friendship and a walk through the history of pop and soul through the decades
R Reviewed on 13 June 2017 by Rachel
Barnsley, United Kingdom
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FabulousBrilliant music, well sung and acted
A Reviewed on 11 June 2017 by Aileen
Kilmarnock, United Kingdom
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Three entertaining hoursMy wife and I thought it was extremely enjoyable and would love to see it again
R Reviewed on 09 June 2017 by Ronald
Northampton, United Kingdom
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Must see MusicalI was initially not enthusiastic about seeing Beautiful. A friend took my husband when he was in London in February and he loved it. I took my daughter also reluctant on my husbands recommendation, and we both loved the performance. Found it really interesting how much song writing Carol King had done. Love the story and would see it again. Thank you
B Reviewed on 09 June 2017 by Belinda
Fitzroy, Australia
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First rate MusicB Reviewed on 09 June 2017 by Brian
Southampton, United Kingdom
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Beautiful-a wonderful afternoonReally enjoyed the show. Brought back very happy memories.
A Reviewed on 07 June 2017 by Anna
Luton, United Kingdom
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Great ShowJ Reviewed on 05 June 2017 by John
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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BeautifulJ Reviewed on 05 June 2017 by John
Philadelphia, United States
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Musical experienceA fantastic show, funny quirky excellent performers and singers true to life
A Reviewed on 04 June 2017 by Andrew
Thompson Norfolk, United Kingdom
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Very professionalJ Reviewed on 21 May 2017 by Jeff
Danville, United States
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Awesome - a must see!!This was a fabulous musical and drama all wrapped into one. At times you will be wanting to sing along (but not out loud of course), tapping your feet, laughing and at times a few tears as you learn about Carol Kings life and the many songs she and her husband wrote together!! Music from the Drifters and many more groups. Great singing and acting and dancing!!
K Reviewed on 20 May 2017 by Kathryn
Port Townsend, United Kingdom
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I'll still love you tomorrowThe lead was brilliant and supporting cast were outstanding. A must see show for devotees of music.
B Reviewed on 19 May 2017 by Brendon
North Perth, Australia
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Terrific nostalgic showAbsolutely go see . The story shares some of her life but it corporates enough songs.
C Reviewed on 13 May 2017 by Caryl
Cathedral City, United States
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A must see showA Reviewed on 10 May 2017 by Anthony
Gt Barton Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom
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BrilliantUplifting good fun and entertaining
J Reviewed on 09 May 2017 by John
Torryburn, United Kingdom
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Really wonderful music.
G Reviewed on 01 May 2017 by Gail
Redlands, United Kingdom
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Excellent!Fantastic show and well worth the money!
P Reviewed on 30 April 2017 by Paula
Billericay, United Kingdom
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Emotional trip back to my youthM Reviewed on 29 April 2017 by Maureen
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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Interesting and informative history of pop music and the inderviduls who made it happen.T Reviewed on 29 April 2017 by Thomas
Sandhurst, United Kingdom
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"Beautiful" story of female courageM Reviewed on 28 April 2017 by Merlee
Makati City, Philippines
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If Only You KnewThough I'm not a musical fan, I was very impressed and entertained during this show. This was a last-minute addition to our day, and we were pleasantly surprised by the music, acting and overall entertainment experience. Seating was a bit uncomfortable, but I found myself enthralled with the story and music, thus forgot my discomfort. We would highly recommend this to anyone wavering whether to go see it.
R Reviewed on 28 April 2017 by Rick
Tullahoma, United States
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Fabulous from start to finish, all emotions of life experienced. Great acting, music, sets etc etc. nsP Reviewed on 25 April 2017 by Phillip
Clifton Springs, Australia
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Excellent rendition of Carole's life and musical career - I thoroughly enjoyed it.S Reviewed on 25 April 2017 by Stuart
Walton-on-thames, United Kingdom
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Beautiful & so much more....This show was 'Beautiful' in every sense of the word. The acting & singing was second to none....could have watched more & more.
N Reviewed on 23 April 2017 by Neeta
Cuffley, United Kingdom
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Great 1960's hit musicGreat show from start to finish, great cast, great singing & acting, a must see
J Reviewed on 23 April 2017 by John
London, United Kingdom
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EnjoyableNice real story and the singing fantastic
L Reviewed on 23 April 2017 by Laurence
London, United Kingdom
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Great musicA really lovely show, music was so good and a good story which was easy to follow. A lovely theatre, however half way through the first half someone in the row in front of us started filming the show when the usher came rushing along our row standing on people's feet and falling into us he made such a commotion and it was a wonder he didn't fall into the row she was sat in.
J Reviewed on 18 April 2017 by Joanne
Rhyl, United Kingdom
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great showB Reviewed on 17 April 2017 by Beverley
Bedfordshire, United Kingdom
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EnjoyableWonderful music
C Reviewed on 14 April 2017 by Cheryl
New Ross, Canada
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Carol grows uG Reviewed on 12 April 2017 by Guy
Lane Cove, Australia
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Couples night outJ Reviewed on 08 April 2017 by Joanne
Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
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Must seeExcellent musical. Actually learned a lot about her writing for other groups that I did not know before LoL. Singling and music excellent. Highly recommended.
P Reviewed on 07 April 2017 by Paul
Hornchurch, United Kingdom
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Music with memoriesC Reviewed on 07 April 2017 by Carol
Croydon, United Kingdom
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not to be missedcostumes, choreography and continuity of songs, made it a most enjoyable occasion.
J Reviewed on 05 April 2017 by Janice
Wallington, United Kingdom
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Must see musicalP Reviewed on 05 April 2017 by Paul
Hastings, United Kingdom
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EnergeticI Reviewed on 31 March 2017 by Ifor
London, United Kingdom
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Must seeGreat music, great to learn of her life, absolutely fantastic evening
C Reviewed on 30 March 2017 by Christine
Waltham Abbey, United Kingdom
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Excellent showI grew up with the music of Carole King and the London cast did an admirable job of portraying Carole and the prople who featured in her life.
A Reviewed on 29 March 2017 by Aine
London, United Kingdom
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FabulousExcellent review of the wonder that is Carol King
E Reviewed on 26 March 2017 by Elizabeth
Kilmarnock, United Kingdom
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A BRILLIANT NOSTALIC UPLIFTING SHOWThe show was great but I thought the audience did not participate one person complained because the person in front was singing along to the music and I felt like I wanted to get up and dance and sing bu the audience although they liked it they did not participate much and I go to the theatre because it is somewhere where I can participate!!! I think there is too much spectator-ism today with people watching lots of movies etc. However it was brilliant Cassidy jensen who played the role of Carole King was perfect very well cast.. I really liked the Aldwich Theatre cosy and comfortable.
H Reviewed on 26 March 2017 by Heather
Crowborough, United Kingdom
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BrilliantLoved all the music and dancing. Scenery was good and very clever costume changes. Story was enjoyable and funny
S Reviewed on 23 March 2017 by Sally
Gravesend, United Kingdom
2017
Last chance to catch the Beautiful BEAUTIFUL
by Phil Willmott | Friday, May 26 2017, 13:25
I always like to celebrate a show whose primary purpose is to give pleasure and Beautiful which is about to end its time at the Aldwych Theatre after a very respectable run of over two years, is just such a show.
You also learn a lot too. Although I’ve loved songs like So Far Away, Take Good Care of My Baby and Locomotion but I had no idea that the same songwriter was behind them all. That song writer was Carole King and the show takes the form of a gentle autobiography, dramatising scenes from King’s life interspersed with musical numbers she’s written.
Last chance to catch the Beautiful BEAUTIFUL2015
Joanna Woodward triumphs as the latest star of BEAUTIFUL
by Phil Willmott | Thursday, September 17 2015, 13:00
I’ve seen the jukebox, biographical musical BEAUTIFUL, about the life and music of Carole King before, both in New York and at London’s Aldwych Theatre and always quite enjoyed it.
Kings essential “niceness” shines through the gentle but uplifting story of her journey from hopeful teen hoping to sell her songs, through the ups and downs, friendships and collaborations of her time writing hits for other people, to starring in her own right at Carnegie Hall after the massive success of her solo album TAPESTRY.
Joanna Woodward triumphs as the latest star of BEAUTIFUL