Reviews

“A scintillating psychedelic rave – a marvellous party. Talented cast of 6. Spiritedly choreographed & inventively directed. Live theatre on a shoestring which should make the mighty of the South Bank ashamed”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (ReviewsGate)

“While the outside world depresses itself with talk of a 2nd wave and lockdown, director Steven Dexter presents us with a 5-star piece of magical musical theatre in a pub garden in Vauxhall… Ryan Anderson as the druggy, hippy Prince without a purpose is absolutely electric.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (GSScene Magazine)

“A great fun night out. ‘Strictly’ star Joanne Clifton delights in this breezy production, she’s a joy to watch, displaying some genuinely entertaining characterisation and an occasional hilarious ad lib.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Gay Times)

“Serving hit number after hit number, Pippin is an expressway of musicality, physicality and up-close enchantment; in other words: it’s a great ride”
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (LondonTheatre1)

“Trippy-dippy musical has the little bit of magic we need”
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Metro)

“A big Broadway show trimmed to a cast of just 6 who infuse it with energy that is infectious, a cast of strong singers who manage to fit long leaps, tight turns and intricate steps into this small space with hippy abandon”
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (British Theatre Guide)

“Surprisingly joyous and uplifting, this fantastically enjoyable production led by director Steven Dexter revels in its 70s heritage, with vibrant tie-dyed costumes and choreography from Nick Winston that turns war into a sensual dance by way of Fosse – it feels good to be back in a theatre”
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (The Gizzle Review)

“We are promised a night of mystery, magic and many laughs and it delivers exactly that. The blend of Nick Winston’s slick choreography, Steven Dexter’s inventive staging and Stephen Schwartz’s demanding score all form a theatrical magic not found in most big budget musicals.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (The Crumb)

“Through sparkling humour, spectacular dancing & impressive engagement with Pippin’s darker themes, director Steven Dexter has put together a compelling & entertaining evening of theatre… full of timeliness, hope, and unifying joy”
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Musical Theatre Review)

“After such a stymying year, the evening offers a vital shot of life-affirming freshness, determination and energy … Nick Winston’s choreography is a minor miracle of compact writing, springing and contorting with due nods to Bob Fosse’s original template.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (The Daily Telegraph)

“Steven Dexter’s production is always intimate, heartfelt and unaffected … a small, precious gift to be reminded by Dexter and his team that there is real pleasure to be mined from the ordinary, in both musical theatre and everyday life.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Stagedoor – Lyn Gardner)

“Steven Dexter’s imaginative take on ‘Pippin’ is both intimate and immediate – a case study in how to present a large piece on a small Covid-times scale, and do it well!”
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Sardines Magazine)

“Simply joyous, energised, witty and startling storytelling. This is wonderful artistic vision and bravery! A super-talented cast are unafraid to have genuine fun and engage an audience up close and personal. Highly Recommended!”
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Mozart to Musicals)

“When Ryan Anderson leaps you fear for the building’s pillars, Joanne Clifton is nothing short of mesmerising… if this is the future of theatre, count me in”
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Queer Guru)

“A pared down version, directed with terrific panache by Steven Dexter and Nick Winston’s super-slick choreography, with an exceedingly talented troupe who charm their way into our hearts and minds.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (London Living Large)

“This fourth-wall-breaking, hilarious and incredibly catchy 90-minute musical is a delight. The upbeat yet strangely deep feel of this musical is just what’s needed after the year we’ve had.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (The Upcoming)