The Glenn Miller Story at the Bristol Hippodrome Review
The Glenn Miller Story
Bristol Hippodrome
23-27 February 2016
Reviewed by Siobhan Bridgwater
The Glenn Miller Story, with a live 16 piece swing orchestra along with a company of singers, dancers and actors, tells the life story of one the most iconic and successful musicians from the 1930s, capturing all the glamour and style of this post war era.
This will be my shortest review as there is very little that needs to be said about Tommy Steele, the cast and the band in tonight’s performance at the spectacular Bristol Hippodrome. The Chronicle sums it up on the large advertisement board, hanging on the front of the theatre, in one word….”PERFECT”. It absolutely is. No other words are needed. I could wax lyrical about every aspect of this masterpiece but it would all add up to the same conclusion. What an incredible performance by everyone involved.
Tommy Steele is the consummate performer who appeared to have thoroughly enjoyed every moment on the stage tonight. And so did we. He was phenomenal from the moment he appeared to the very end. Sarah Soetaert, who played Helen, Miller’s wife, was totally mesmerising with a voice beyond compare. The dancers and supporting cast members all played their roles brilliantly, with not a step out of place and the sensational band transported us back in time with their wonderful production.
The numerous set changes and lighting arrangements were stunning and really took our breath away. The costumes, make-up, hair and choreography throughout were absolutely spot on.
Do not miss this show. I cannot recommend it highly enough and we are so lucky to have witnessed such a first class performance in our town.
Rating: 5/5 
Tickets cost from £14.90 to £53.40 (plus £4 transaction fee).
The Glenn Miller Story is at the Bristol Hippodrome until 27 February 2016. For more information or to book tickets click here or call the box office on 0844 871 3012.
Bristol Hippodrome, St Augustine’s Parade, Bristol, BS1 4UZ | 0844 871 3012
