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Titanic The Musical at the Alhambra Theatre Bradford Review

24-28 July 2018

Reviewed by Helen Noble

Titanic The Musical is based on real people aboard the most legendary ship in the world.

In the final hours of 14th April 1912, the RMS Titanic, on her maiden voyage from Southampton to New York, collided with an iceberg and ‘the unsinkable ship’ slowly sank. It was one of the most tragic disasters of the 20th Century. 1517 men, women and children lost their lives.

The story is shown through amazing acting, dancing and singing skills with music and lyrics created by Maury Yeston. Directed by Thom Southerland.

PART ONE – Titanic the Musical – All aboard! There are stories within the story from the richness of the first class, our chance to rub elbows with the rich of the second class and the dreams of finding a better life of the third class passengers. Right from boarding the classes are segregated to the different areas upon the ship.

The set is minimal, but the way they moved the large metal steps to portray the various parts of the ship was very clever. All the singing throughout the production was immense, it is impossible to pick out the star of the show as every one of them stood out. The stage lighting was used cleverly to enhanced so many moods, from the heat of the boiler room to the cold night air as they become ever closer to the upcoming iceberg.

As the warnings of the iceberg are ignored the captain is put under pressure to increase the speed of the ship, all to prove the power of this floating city.

As the ship hits with a bang and a flash you are left on tender hooks as this leads to the interval break.

PART TWO – Back on board – as the water levels rise so do the tempers.  As Thomas Andrews, Bruce Ismay and Captain Smith pass the blame to one another.

The segregation of the ship is highlighted again ‘who should go on the lifeboats and who will be left behind’

Ida Straus and Isidor Straus refuse to be parted “we have lived over 40 years together therefore we will die together”.

The actual sinking of the ship is breathtaking and very emotional for cast and audience. Definitely has the goosebumps/hair standing on ends effect.

A true story shown through a theatrical musical in the most dramatic, realistic but sensitive way.

The Alhambra is a traditional theatre, the main theatre building is modern with bright lights which not only look fabulous but makes the building easy to find.

On the ground floor there is a ticket kiosk and a kiosk for purchasing soft drinks and sweets. On the first floor there is an impressive bar/cafe area, also a merchandise kiosk. The staff were welcoming and helpful.

The venue has disabled parking onsite to the left of the buildings entrance it says no entry but there is a buzzer system to allow entry.

There are plenty of carparks within a couple of minutes walking distance from the venue, one on Sharpe Street which is just up the hill from the Alhambra, If using an NCP car park if you inform the ticket office on arrival they give you an additional parking ticket to enable a discount on your parking fee.

Rating: 5/5

Tickets cost from £24 to £41 (booking fees may apply).

Titanic The Musical is at the Alhambra Theatre in Bradford from 24-28 July 2018, for more information or to book tickets visit www.bradford-theatres.co.uk or call the box office on 01274 432000.

Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford, BD7 1AJ | 01274 432000

 

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