
Aliya Al-Hassan
Writer at Freelance
Glutton, small person. Theatre lover, reviewer and Senior Managing Editor @BroadwayWorldUK
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londontheatre.co.uk | Aliya Al-Hassan
Gounod’s opera Faust had its premiere in Paris in 1859 and could be said to be the epitome of French Grand Opera. This is the sixth outing of David McVicar’s extravagant 2004 staging for the Royal Opera, last seen in 2019. Its soaring melodies, elaborate sets and spectacular Victorian melodrama make it a spectacular and highly entertaining revival.
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broadwayworld.com | Aliya Al-Hassan
Vivie Warren is a woman ahead of her time. Estranged from her wealthy mother, she delights in a glass of whisky, a good detective story, and is determined to carve herself a sparkling legal career in an age ruled by men. Her mother, however, is a product of that old patriarchal order. Exploiting it has earned Mrs. Warren a fortune and paid for her daughter’s expensive education – but at what cost?
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broadwayworld.com | Aliya Al-Hassan
Marking the start of Drew McOnie’s inaugural season, the award-winning corny musical Shucked has now opened at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. In a small town where the cherished corn crop is fading, Shucked follows farmgirl Maizy as she seeks help by going to the big city, shaking up the town's routine and igniting a spark of change.
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broadwayworld.com | Aliya Al-Hassan
After many years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James agrees to become the sponsor of newcomer Luka. On the cusp of Step 5, their conversations must turn to confessionals, with progress hinging on Luka revealing secrets that could lead back to alcohol. But it’s clear that James also has dangerous truths in his past, truths that threaten the trust on which both their recoveries depend.
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londontheatre.co.uk | Aliya Al-Hassan
Since 1995 LondonTheatre.co.uk has been your ultimate guide to London theatre tickets, news and reviews. This year is London Theatre's 30th birthday and to celebrate we are offering you incredible ticket deals for top West End shows, starting at just £15. LondonTheatre.co.uk is the original online ticket agent — a pioneer in the digital theatre space, launched long ago before social media or mobile phones.
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