Theatrical responses to young adult mental health hit the big time with this highly anticipated tear-jerking transfer from Broadway. A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to be told, a life he never dreamed he could have. All contents © Musical Theatre Review, 2013 - 2019. Real, relatable, authentic, and if it can help young people talk about the issues surrounding loneliness, mental health and suicide, then it’s done its job. Award winning Dear Evan Hansen starring Sam Tutty at the Noel Coward Theatre 165 customer reviews A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to be told, a … Nathan Levy – U/S Evan Hansen, Jared Kleinman, Connor Murphy Music supervision, orchestrations and additional arrangements are by Alex Lacamoire. In the next ‘Goes Wrong’ comedy to hit the West End, the original Mischief company play a hapless gang of magicians presenting a charity event. Scenes of extended dialogue mean that Dear Evan Hansen is – almost – as much a play with songs as a musical. Unashamedly, rather than learning from themselves or their peers, they are the characters for their children to learn from. The songs, of course, are decent, though it’s worth pointing out this is hardly a song-and-dance production. And with the outstanding newcomer Sam Tutty in the role, it’s a gift for audiences too. CREATIVES Tension mounts as Evan’s deceit, about his friendship with deceased class mate Connor, entangles him in the world wide web. 85-88 St Martin’s Lane London WC2N 4AU You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in the footer of our emails. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in the footer of our emails. The balance to retain sympathy for Evan proves fascinating. Bravo to the producers for collaborating with Shout, Young Minds, The Mix and Speak Your Mind – four important charities giving invaluable support to young people and particularly those with mental health issues. Facilities & Hospitality. As if anyone can get a mortgage in London these days…. Fall in love with Dear Evan Hansen at the Noël Coward Theatre.. A misunderstanding gives teenager Evan Hansen the one thing he thought he could never have – the chance to fit in – in this moving West End musical about life and the way we live it. While the show is more of an ensemble piece than you might expect, the role of Evan is crucial. Picture: Matthew Murphy. Noël Coward Theatre Booking until 30th January 2021 Dear Evan Hansen. But the friendship it engenders is an imaginary one with the dead boy. And the lyrics are superb – not a word jars. Sunday – –, DEAR EVAN HANSEN I couldn’t take my eyes off him. The same pressure makes the title role especially exciting, as you need a superb singer and a strong actor. Contact Us. For information about our privacy practices, click here. DEAR EVAN HANSEN Noel Coward Theatre 85-88 St Martin’s Lane London WC2N 4AU Currently Booking to 17th October 2020 Running time 2hrs 30mins. Thursday – 19:30 Dan Macke – Connor Murphy David Korins’ simple set of sliding bed –and dining rooms – sits beneath Peter Nigrini’s glittering kaleidoscope of social media chatter projected on to sliding glass screens. Evan is in therapy, and as part of his regular sessions, is tasked with writing himself life-affirming letters – each starting with the words ‘Dear Evan Hansen…’ When the school bully Connor Murphy (Doug Colling) kills himself and is found with one of Evan’s letters in his pocket, the painfully shy and socially inadequate teen concocts a series of lies to protect Connor’s parents (Rupert Young and Lauren Ward) and sister Zoe (the also-excellent Lucy Anderson), whom Evan has a crush on. Phoebe Koyabe – Alana Beck Sign up to receive news and updates from Musical Theatre Review. And Zoe and Evan getting it on? Review – Dear Evan Hansen, Noel Coward Theatre Wednesday 20 November 2019 . Contact Noël Coward Theatre. Noel Coward Theatre Sam Tutty, Rupert Young and Lauren Ward in Dear Evan Hansen at the Noel Coward Theatre, London. Friday – 19:30 Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (they of La La Land and The Greatest Showman) provide a slate of enjoyable and hummable songs that have a broad appeal, and of all their work, this is the show I like best of all. Jared Goldsmith – Jared Kleinman Jordan Fisher – Evan Hansen Running time 2hrs 30mins. As Evan promises his lost and lonely cohorts “You Will Be Found” – becoming an internet hit himself – the drama that he will be found out is considerable. The music is good, although more of it, as well as more variety, would be welcome. Dear Evan Hansen Review by Chris Omaweng. A neurotic, socially anxious, tick-plagued teen – not a million miles from Christopher Boone in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time – he’s the stuff awards are made on. A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to be told, a life he never dreamed he could have. About. Becoming a show that concerns mourning and parenthood, there are well-drawn roles for the adults in the piece. Ivan Hernandez – Larry Murphy Deservedly, lonely Evan Hansen should prove to be a long runner. The numbers by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul are already hits, so whatever formula they have for bringing on the tears is clearly effective. Matilda The Musical is the multi-award winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company, inspired by the beloved book by the incomparable Roald Dahl. I buckled a couple of times – no more so than when Connor’s father finally comes to terms with his son’s death and finally breaks down in tears… a quiet but affecting scene in a show laden with powerful moments.

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