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Martin Guerre – The Old Vic
London

Martin Guerre – The Old Vic

Martin Guerre is a bold musical based on a true story of a young soldier who returns home after many years away, claiming to be Martin Guerre. Following a forced marriage Martin Guerre leaves his village to escape his fate and finds himself in a seven-year war with a man who shares more with him than his battlefield wounds. Set in 16th-century France. A musical exploring themes of love, identity, betrayal and the search for truth. This thought-provoking story highlights the lengths people will go to for love and belonging. Martin Guerre, premiered at the Prince Edward Theatre in 1996, with a short two-year run and winning an Olivier Award for best musical in 1997. Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg and original lyrics by Alain Boublil, the creators of Les Misérables. Martin Guerre ...
Sunset Boulevard – Leicester Curve Online
East Midlands

Sunset Boulevard – Leicester Curve Online

As it toured the country, Leicester Curve’s 2017 production was praised by audiences and critics alike. Now, the team has come back together and filmed the musical for home viewings, whilst the theatres it visited sadly remain closed. Nikolai Foster’s artistic take on the iconic show has elevated the plot, and in doing so, has created an even more captivating piece. The first number embodies the chaos and desperation of late-40's Hollywood, set to the familiar melodies of Webber. “Did I hear that chord sequence in Joseph, or was it Jesus? Or have I just heard it earlier on in this song?” Webber’s signature style is stamped onto the show from the get-go. Another thing that is noticeable straight away is the appeal of the leading man. Narrating directly to camera, Danny Mac (White Christm...