Nativity! The Musical Archives

29Nov

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North West

Nativity! The Musical – Blackpool Grand

Blackpool Grand Theatre has launched its Christmas season with a sparkling, joy-filled production of Nativity! The Musical—a show that bursts with festive cheer from the very first moment. Adapted from Debbie Isitt’s much-loved 2009 film, this stage version manages to capture all the warmth and humour of the original while embracing the unique magic that only live theatre can bring. Film-to-stage adaptations can sometimes feel like carbon copies, but this one never does. Instead, it strikes a perfect balance between staying faithful to the beloved storyline and introducing theatrical touches that make it feel fresh, lively, and wonderfully immersive. It understands exactly why audiences love the film and elevates those moments with clever staging, expressive choreography, and infect...

Nativity! The Musical – The Brindley

The Brindley Theatre in Runcorn is kicking off their festive programme very strong this year, starting with Nativity! The Musical. Adapted to stage by Debbie Isitt - the director and writer of the 2009 film of the same name - Nativity! The Musical really is festive fun for the entire family. I am always a bit dubious of hit films being adapted for the stage, as more often than not the stage show becomes a carbon copy of the motion picture, often to lesser effect. However, I needn't have worried with Nativity! - This production was the perfect blend of being true to the original source material, while having its own nuances and standout moments in its own right, playing perfectly into the audience's hands. People familiar with the classic Christmas film will be delighted to know th...

Nativity! The Musical – The Rep, Birmingham

Based on the film Nativity! The musical version premiered at The Rep in 2017 and has since had three runs in London and a UK tour. This family favourite has come home for Christmas, returning to The Rep, bringing some Sparkle and Shine to everyone. We see two Coventry schools trying their best to get a five-star review for their annual Nativity play. The private school Oakmoor excel at this where the underachieving St Bernadette’s fail to get even one star. Head of St Bernadette’s Mrs Bevan is determined this year will be different and enlists her nephew to help. While Mr Poppy is a hit with the kids his ideas are very different to Teacher Mr Maddens. Can they work together to create a masterpiece? Will Hollywood come and will lost loves be re kindled? Undisputedly the stars of this ...