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Close To You - Bacharach Reimagined in London

Bacharach Reimagined – A passionate reappraisal. The Guardian calls it, “a clever, passionate reappraisal of Burt Bacharach”. In their words this is 'much more than just another jukebox musical'. It's a passionate reappraisal of the great man's work, given a lick of contemporary paint without losing so much as a crumb of its legendary people-appeal. Head for the Criterion theatre to experience the very best of Burt Bacharach... with a difference.

The Guardian's reviewer waxes suitably lyrical, explaining how the tunes have been placed in an order that cleverly highlights the lovely, spine-tingling yearning and melancholy that Bacharach's work is so famous for. At one point there's a particularly passionate rendition of Don’t Make Me Over, the next a version of Walk on By that'll have you pinned to your seat, full of happy-sadness.

The show is staged by the brilliant Steven Hoggett in a particularly intimate way. In his capable hands the tunes seem spontaneous, emerging from a group of seven young and talented musicians as they hang around in a New York-style, sofa-stuffed loft. The whole thing is redolent of good times and you'll leave feeling great, as though you've spent an amazing night out with a bunch of old friends.

You'll be interested to know that Kyle Riabko, who wrote the new arrangements, developed the show after realising that he and Bacharach actually got on remarkably well. The pair met in a studio, they hit it off and now history is being made... all over again.

Bacharach Reimagined – The story

This isn't a story. It's a celebration, an accolade, an act of love and respect exploring the work of a songwriter who's a genuine living legend, a man who has given hours and hours of pleasure to millions of people across the world.

Here's a tiny glimpse of what you can expect, just a few of the 30 or more Bacharach songs you'll see performed to ringing perfection on stage. Cry? You just might!

Anyone who had a heart
I say a little prayer
Walk on by
Raindrops keep falling on my head
What’s new pussycat?
Close to you
What the world needs now is love, sweet love
The look of love
I'll never fall in love again
This guy's in love with you

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Sunday, 14 February 2016
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1 hour 50 minutes
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Includes a 20 minute interval.
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Close To You - Bacharach Reimagined reviews

4.5 out of 5 37 reviews

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All reviews are from customers who have been invited to leave a review just after seeing Close To You - Bacharach Reimagined.

Please note the reviews below are from an old production of Close To You - Bacharach Reimagined.

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Music at its best

Modern music lovers go if you have the opportunity It is music of recent times performed by talented vocalists multi-instrumental musicians in an entertaining and fun way We had lost sight of the wonderful songs Bacharach had composed Now we shall never forget the composers' greatness and the talent of all those who put this show together

J Reviewed on 12 February 2016 by Jennifer
Harrogate, United Kingdom

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A brilliant modern take on famous songs

G Reviewed on 11 February 2016 by Graham
Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

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A trip down memory lane

A really great show with a good twist on Bacharach classics. Only complaint was too short would have preferred another half hour.

D Reviewed on 04 February 2016 by David
Bradford, United Kingdom

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Uplifting. Music to my ears!!!

J Reviewed on 31 January 2016 by Jane
Peterborough, United Kingdom

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Fab -see it you must

This is the 2nd time I've seen it fist at the chocolate factory and now at the criterion. I loved the factory beco sit is small and intimate so the show has a slightly different dynamic in the thestre. Nevertheless it lost none of its energy and enthusiasm from the cast I would have bought a cd if it had been available. Brilliant show truly enjoyable

R Reviewed on 30 January 2016 by Ros
Weybridge, United Kingdom

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dynamic Bacharach through new eyes

R Reviewed on 29 January 2016 by Ros
Wembley, United Kingdom

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Non interactive

Would be better if engaged with audience more or a little story line about Burt Bacherach. I didn't leave with any real opinion

S Reviewed on 21 January 2016 by Stella
Kingston, Jamaica

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creative

L Reviewed on 18 January 2016 by Linda
Stockton-on-tees, United Kingdom

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ok production artists BRILLIANT - so talented

Overall good and some arrangements of well known songs excellent - others lost the simplicity of the original composition in my opinion but overall it was a polished performance well worth seeing.

S Reviewed on 15 January 2016 by Stuart
Hunsdon, United Kingdom

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Bart at his best

This was a wonderful interpretation of Burton Bacharach's music. Brilliantly performed by the whole cast. My only complaint is why did it stop so soon? Another couple of hours would have been great.

P Reviewed on 11 January 2016 by Peter
Broadstairs, United Kingdom

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Talented musicians. Unique

Very different nostalgic. Innovative music. Very enjoyable but could have listened to a lot more. A little short.

N Reviewed on 10 January 2016 by Nicola
Malvern, United Kingdom

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great music

R Reviewed on 05 January 2016 by Richele
Coulsdon, United Kingdom

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Must see!

I imagined a cabaret type show with a grand piano and a man in a penguin suit! However from the moment we entered the theatre the whole atmosphere and ambience put us in the mood! What fantastic talent from 7highly talented musicians, so young, vibrant and energetic yet sensitive and poignant in all the music. It was so cleverly arranged yet took nothing away from the original brilliant compositions. I loved every nuance, great discipline and perfect timing of all the artists. Hope this show stays a long time in London and then goes out for the rest of the uk to enjoy

J Reviewed on 25 December 2015 by Joyce
Consett, United Kingdom

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Excellent entertainment

D Reviewed on 29 November 2015 by Debra
Thetford, United Kingdom

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Early start time, long interval but very good show. Talented young cast with great musical ability and boundless energy. Unusual and interesting staging.Altogether a great night out.

R Reviewed on 28 November 2015 by Robert
Ballymoney, United Kingdom

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This is more similar to a concert, rather than a story, but it really was enjoyable - a great collection of Burt Bacharach's hits, very well performed!

T Reviewed on 23 November 2015 by Tara
Centurion, South Africa

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Colourful, must see.

The show was great. The musicians were talented and entertaining. Kyle was particularly good. Some of the vocals went on a bit but the whole evening was lovely. The set was creative and the idea of having the audience on the stage was innovative.

K Reviewed on 22 November 2015 by Kathryn
Preston, United Kingdom

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Disappointing

So looking forward to this but such a disappointment. The lead singer's voice was not to my taste. Most of the songs are suited to a female voice.

S Reviewed on 20 November 2015 by Susan
Cambridge, United Kingdom

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Entertaining

J Reviewed on 15 November 2015 by John
Sheerness, United Kingdom

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Amazing

V Reviewed on 15 November 2015 by Victor
Dover, United Kingdom

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Must see Close To You

The music was brilliant the cast so talented. A great show loved it.

J Reviewed on 01 November 2015 by Jeanette
Witham, United Kingdom

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Don't miss it.

Great show, a birthday present for my wife. Very talented cast singers & musicians, great drummer! We a both in our 80s & loved it. Bacharach is a legend.

B Reviewed on 29 October 2015 by Beryl
Blandford, United Kingdom

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Creative

Good music. They looked as they were enjoying themselves. Great to come out of theatre and the cast were there with there banjos singing.

C Reviewed on 29 October 2015 by Christine
Aylesbury, United Kingdom

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Wow, quite a show

A very talented group of musicians turn very well known music into a rock extravaganza. Cleverly choreographed with extraordinary stage settings. I loved the whole production taking me into an area of music I would not normally venture into. Just brilliant.

E Reviewed on 29 October 2015 by Elaine
Stanmore, United Kingdom

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Very disappointing experience

Did not expect the music to be rearranged.If your expecting to here the music of Burt Bacharch you will be disapointed

J Reviewed on 26 October 2015 by John
Birmingham, United Kingdom

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Those actors are not Hollywood beauties, but their vocal and musical talent were captivating.

My son and I liked the show - the performances, the stage setup and the singing. 2 scenes out shine very brilliantly - the couple hugging while dancing and singing, playing the guitar and that black singer vocal chords were mesmerizing.

S Reviewed on 26 October 2015 by Salleh
Singapore, Singapore

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Really Reimagined

First of all I am a big Burt Bacharach fan, which was the main reason I came to see the show. It had no story rather it was just a series of his hit tunes over the last 50 years but rearranged to fit a younger more modern audience. A few renditions stood out, most the acoustic versions like Close to You, but the majority just did not work for me. Maybe I was just expecting something like Jersey Boys or Carole King's Beautiful, which both proved that their music are timeless. It would have appealed to me, and maybe to a few more like me if the originals arrangements were performed. Unfortunately, I feel that Close to You may close up soon.

M Reviewed on 25 October 2015 by Mario
Geneva, Switzerland

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Outstanding singing and playing of guitars etc

please go and see this show, you will not be disappointed and will leave in very good spirits. They do a superb job of stringing all the songs together and with heartfelt meaning.

P Reviewed on 18 October 2015 by Paul
Porthcawl, United Kingdom

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Very different and very creative

I Reviewed on 18 October 2015 by Irene
Bushey, United Kingdom

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Lively burt

Fab show but very loud at times do be prepared. Did not detract though at all. Would have appreciated a bit of a sing along. Amazing energy from Performers.

M Reviewed on 17 October 2015 by Margaret
Billericay, United Kingdom

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needs more

The songs were rockified should be more jazzed Females not used for carpenters songs One girl had tear in tights not changed in intermission poor Failed to sing Anyway now can't recall what's sang or not

J Reviewed on 12 October 2015 by Jeffrey Paul
Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

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must see

C Reviewed on 08 October 2015 by Claire
Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

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2015

Review: CLOSE TO YOU: BACHARACH REIMAGINED at the Criterion Theatre

by Davor Golub | Friday, October 9 2015, 09:58

Close To You - Bacharach Reimagined For some people the name Burt Bacharach conjures up a vision of soppy 1970’s elevator muzak. However for those musicians in the know, Bacharach has always been considered a legendary composer who transformed pop music with his innovative jazz rhythms and harmonies. It is therefore an absolute pleasure to see his music so thrillingly and modernly re-imagined in ‘Close to You: Bacharach Reimagined’ at the Criterion Theatre. The show was initially staged in New York and was followed by a successful run earlier this summer at the red hot Menier Chocolate Factory.