Stephen Ward Tickets

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A Reviewed on 01 April 2014 by Anonymous

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A Reviewed on 01 April 2014 by Anonymous

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Really enjoyable. Thoroughly enjoyed the show.

A Reviewed on 31 March 2014 by Anonymous

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It was a very good show, but to be truthful, it would have been better as a drama rather than a musical. The music wasn't brilliant and none of the songs are memorable

A Reviewed on 29 March 2014 by Anonymous

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A Reviewed on 24 March 2014 by Anonymous

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Creatively staged with great use of elaborate back projection (I assume) and minimal set. Great numbers, especially 'You've Never Had It So Good'. Acting and singing first rate. The demanding role of Stephen Ward was played with great charm by Alexander Hanson. Great to see Daniel Flynn again (last saw him in Bracken Moor at The Tricycle) as Profumo and the judge. Charlotte Spencer was a dead ringer for Christine Keeler and brought youth and vitality to the role. It gave me an insight into Stephen Ward's life and tragic death that I wasn't aware off. It shouldn't have happened to him. Catch this show before it closes!!

A Reviewed on 23 March 2014 by Anonymous

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Creatively staged with great use of elaborate back projection (I assume) and minimal set. Great numbers, especially 'You've Never Had It So Good'. Acting and singing first rate. The demanding role of Stephen Ward was played with great charm by Alexander Hanson. Great to see Daniel Flynn again (last saw him in Bracken Moor at The Tricycle) as Profumo and the judge. Charlotte Spencer was a dead ringer for Christine Keeler and brought youth and vitality to the role. It gave me an insight into Stephen Ward's life and tragic death that I wasn't aware off. It shouldn't have happened to him. Catch this show before it closes!!

A Reviewed on 23 March 2014 by Anonymous

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Brought the early sixties to life, pressed all the right buttons but lacked a really catchy memorable song or two.

A Reviewed on 20 March 2014 by Anonymous

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An excellent show, cant understand why its coming off.

A Reviewed on 18 March 2014 by Anonymous

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not for the younger generation who might not understand the very good story line

A Reviewed on 16 March 2014 by Anonymous

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We enjoyed the show as we had a vague memory of the sensational story at that time. .

A Reviewed on 15 March 2014 by Anonymous

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they think its all over , it is now you have been spared

A Reviewed on 12 March 2014 by Anonymous

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I went to see this show because it was Andrew Lloyd Webber but had a limited knowledge of the subject matter. It was very entertaining, particularly the first half, but with a thought provoking and poignant conclusion. There is a scene in the first half to match the comic timing of 'Master of the house' in Les Mis, as long as you are not a prude. Not a show for children and not one you would revisit time and time again but well worth going to see.

A Reviewed on 05 March 2014 by Anonymous

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WHOEVER SEES THIS SHOW AND KNOWS A LITTLE OF THE HISTORY WILL CERTAINLY FIND THE SHOW INFORMATIVE AND ENTERTAINING

A Reviewed on 24 February 2014 by Anonymous

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The Profumo Affair which brought down the Government and shed light on the corrupt underbelly of the Establishment of the early 1960s still resounds today. Stephen Ward was its victim, a scapegoat set up to take the blame as the guilty parties in high places rallied as they always do to protect their own. This is an excellent musical portrayal of the Affair and its background, offering convincing proof that our "betters" are never to be trusted, and calling for the overturning of Stephen Ward's gross miscarriage of justice. Well done indeed to all involved in this production. I thoroughly recommend it.

A Reviewed on 18 February 2014 by Anonymous

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A Reviewed on 18 February 2014 by Anonymous

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Really enjoyed Stephen Ward. Alexander Hanson was superb as were all the cast. Alternately tongue in cheek, poignant, thought provoking and saucy. Interesting to look at events from Stephen's point of view and explore his take on the whole Profumo affair. Loved the way projection was used to set the scene and the lighting was very clever. Overall an evening well spent.

A Reviewed on 14 February 2014 by Anonymous

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great show to bring your partner too especially if he is sick of you taking him to girly musicals. this is great at getting the conversation and debate started afterwards. most of the music is used to drive the story rather than being big show tunes.

A Reviewed on 10 February 2014 by Anonymous

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Excellent account of the influence of elites in society and the particular paranoia around the cold war.

A Reviewed on 09 February 2014 by Anonymous

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I have previously seen many West End shows, mainly musicals, and was keen to see something different on my recent visit to London. Stephen Ward seemed to have received good reviews, and so was duly chosen. My seat towards the rear of the stalls provided a good view of the lower part of the stage, but anything happening on the top half of the stage couldn't be seen (although I think that this was only projections of images). Acting was excellent, and the story matter continues to fascinate and appall in equal measure (this is my first experience of what I have termed a campaigning musical!). This isn't a musical filled with memorable songs, like other Lloyd Webber musicals, but was none the less enjoyable for that. I thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience, and would happily recommend the show. Given the subject matter, and some of the language used, I would suggest that it is suitable for adult audiences only.

A Reviewed on 01 February 2014 by Anonymous

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A Reviewed on 27 January 2014 by Anonymous

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Excellent show and great music

A Reviewed on 19 January 2014 by Anonymous

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A Reviewed on 15 January 2014 by Anonymous

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Obviously it's all based on fact which made the show far more interesting as it was such an important period and in many ways changed our society completely, I thought it was well acted putting everyone concerned in a fair light, it left me with a different opinion on the subject, so not only entertaining but thought provoking

A Reviewed on 12 January 2014 by Anonymous

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Takes me back a few years

A Reviewed on 06 January 2014 by Anonymous

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A Reviewed on 04 January 2014 by Anonymous

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We were keen to find out more behind this story and were not disappointed. Probably not a first choice for a musical and it struggled in parts. The individual performances were good and we found it very entertaining. We might even go again!

A Reviewed on 31 December 2013 by Anonymous

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This musical was a modern and refreshing take on an old story which lets you make your own decision of the truth at the end. The cast was perfect for each role and some very catchy songs. With some provocative scenes and funny quotes this really is a delightful show.

A Reviewed on 31 December 2013 by Anonymous

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A Reviewed on 30 December 2013 by Anonymous

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A Reviewed on 18 December 2013 by Anonymous

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Heart breaking, witty, risky, intense. Magnificent artists on the stage giving it all. Great score, half way between Sunset and Evita. What a treat to see actors having so much fun! The staging was stunning in its utter simplicity. A fantastic show. We still humming some of the tunes and laughing remembering some of the scenes and naughty lyrics. Not to miss.

A Reviewed on 12 December 2013 by Anonymous

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May be helpful if you know broadly the main lines of what happened in 1963 but the story is very well presented and acted very well indeed. My only mild criticism was that the famous Mandy Rice Davies line when told that the Lord had denied sleeping with her and she said "he would say that wouldn't he! did not come over quite as emphatically as it might have. It is a phrase that has echoed down the years. They really got the feel of those exciting rather mad days of the early 1960's when everything seemed to explode and anything was possible. My partner on the night found it "gobsmacking".

A Reviewed on 10 December 2013 by Anonymous

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A difficult story to tell through music. Lead male voice was not strong enough. The acting was ok and it would have made a good play but not for musical theatre.

A Reviewed on 10 December 2013 by Anonymous

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If you are interested in the history around the Profumo case in 1963 this may attract you.If not it will not hold you,and the music is mainly forgettable,with the exception of one song sang by the actress playing Profumo's wife Valerie Hobson.

A Reviewed on 08 December 2013 by Anonymous

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It was a very enjoyable show and we also enjoyed the music. A few "Evita" moments but we all enjoyed that show! Not sure it will make the BIG time as it certainly is not a family show!

A Reviewed on 06 December 2013 by Anonymous