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If this were the 1950-1975 this musical would have closed opening night. In today's age as long you fill the time slot with a show to see and sounds to hear, you don't need to have hit songs to be remembered. Such is case with this show. It's amusing and all, the kids are talented, some funny lines but you won't remember a song 10 minutes after walking out the door.
SDMT is nothing short of great at providing us with quality shows year in and year out. Billy Elliot is no exception and I hope that everyone who likes great dancing, singing and acting will come out and support this show! I especially like the kids in the show and their talent is not juvenile! My granddaughter and I have always enjoyed the productions which are comparable to Broadway shows! 5 stars for SDMT and for Billy Elliot!
The San Diego Musical Theatre & California Ballet performance of Billy Elliot was fantastic!! I consider myself a big Billy Elliot fan, having seen it in London 4 times and Broadway San Diego's version once, (and Elliott Hanna's DVD multiple times), before this version. This version was every bit as good as the London version, and Charlie Garton's performance was as touching as his talent was impressive. I am looking forward to seeing more of his performances in his sure-to-be successful career if he chooses it. All of the actors were great in their roles. This is a story that even after seeing it multiple times, is still moving and inspirational.
The musical is a must see for theater and dance enthusiasts.
The lead star who was only ten yeas old was amazing. Overall the show was very entertaining. I would have liked to have seen Billy Elliot as an adult given much more time to show his exquisite dancing ability. The foul language made me feel uncomfortable with children in the audience.
The entire production of Billy Elliot was amazing!! The lead "Billy" was brillant, what a talanted young man. The supporting cast, music, sets, costumes, and choreographing were all very very well done; we cannot stop talking about it. Spreckles Threatre has a quant nostalgic feeling with good acoustics making it a very enjoyable venue. Buy your tickets while you still can!!
That's what Drury Lane's Production Company deserve for their magnificent presentation of Billy Elliot which closed with two shows on the 7th of June. It was the end of two months and 69 performances of pure theatrical magic and I would suggest any one who missed seeing this sleeper of a Tony Award winning show, missed something very special. Having viewed this musical from London, NYC, Toronto, Chicago, and a dozen Midwestern cities, in all the major venues, I'm confident in saying Drury Lane's presentation was not only equal to, but in many ways, measurably better than Broadway or London, as well as the International Tour. Special recognition has to go to Kyle Halford and Nicholas Dente, the two superiorly trained youngsters who played the role of Billy...the talent and energy which required the boys to be involved on the stage for the entire 2hrs 45min length of the show. It's an unprecedented role for boys their age, and they very easily matched or exceeded similar performers in the main theaters. I saw ten shows while it was at the Lane and only wish I could have seen more...however, living a couple hous away in North Central Indiana just precluded my being able to do that. Again, congratulations to the entire cast of this musical. It was a home run every time you were on stage. Unforgettable!!!
"Billy Elliott" is chock full fantastic dancing, human emotions ranging from fear & angst to pride & glowing joy, & terrific performances by top Chicago professional actors! Another Rachel Rockwell success!
Such a shame if you talked yourself out of going to see "Billy Elliot the Musical" at Drury Lane during the past couple of months. Not sure I can add much more to the reviews I've already submitted for this show. Amongst the superlatives which describe "Billy," it was nothing less than spectacular, glorious, sad, invigorating, filled with wonderful dancing and musical numbers, all telling a story of a young boy's courage to "be himself" (a ballet dancer) despite severe and biased objections from family and peers. Kyle Halford and Nicholas Dante were the heart and sole of the story, both supremely talented and trained, and both experiencing the most demanding role ever performed by a youngster on any Broadway type stage. These two boys were nothing less than magnificent. Such a shame the show couldn't last forever at the Lane as I'm not sure much of the general public is knowledgable of what this Tony Award winner is about, or that it was even out there. Absolutely one of the top Broadway musicals of our lifetimes, notwithstanding, of all time.
Spectacular show. Though no longer on Broadway or in the US tour, Billy Elliot has now gone into regional productions. Anyone who had doubts about these, don't. Spectacular show. The regionals are wonderfully done and they maintain all the intensity of the original story and the fantastic musical score of Elton John. Take your family and enjoy.
We enjoyed the performance but found some of the language to be slightly offensive. The gay issue was handled quite well.
All I can say is that this show was ABSOLUTELY PHENOMENAL!!! Funny, sad, highly entertaining all around. All the actors were super talented, especially the star of the show that night, Nicholas Dantes. Time is running out so go see it quick!!
Took the wife out for suprise and she was thrilled great show , highly recommended
This was a fantastic production. It was so moving, filled with very talented actors/singers, and it captivated the entire nearly full house of patrons. The emotions of the striking coal miners was very real and brought tears to my eyes. I saw Billy Elliott a few years ago in downtown Chicago, but I enjoyed the Drury Lane production much more. Kudos to the entire cast, crew and producers.
Fabulous!!! Outstanding talent. Entertaining cast. High energy and audience grabbing excitements!
My wife and I have attended four productions of Billy Elliot. This production is outstanding in every way. Great cast, great settings, poignant without over sentimentality. A high energy production worth a repeat visit.
That is, it's almost impossible to believe that a youngster of 14years old could so thoroughly command a stage of a major Broadway type production to the extent Nicholas Dante demonstrated during the matinee on Thursday. I've lost count as to the number of reviews I've written on Billy Elliot the Musical over the years, or on the performances of dozens of youngster I've viewed in the role of Billy. Nicholas' interpretation on this day literally left me dumbfounded, notwithstanding, blowing the roof off Drury Lane's theater in the process. A performance of an extraordinary range of emotional acting ability, highly skilled dancing ability in both tap and classical ballet...this kid has it all and he delivers it all with an energy level which defys logic. The show is in town until the 7th of June and I anticipate not letting it leave town without seeing it three more times You would do yourself a favor by taking your entire family to see it as well. You will be thoroughly rewarded by his magnificent performance.
Play met all of my expectations. Exceptional performances.
Can't say enough about Billy Elliot!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT!! It is a MUST SEE!!!
If you have not booked yourself and your family to view "Billy Elliot the Musical" at Drury Lane's elegant theater, your are missing a production which is equal to, if not, better than the original performance either in NYC, the Oriental in Chicago, or the International Tour. The adult cast is utterly superb, and you will fall in love with the youngsters who make up the heart and soul of this musical. Leading that group, of course, are Nicholas Dante and Kyle Halford alternating in the role of "Billy," and Michael Harp as best friend "Michael." And speaking of superb, Nic and Kyle command the show with their acting, gorgeous dancing, and faultless interpretation of "Billy's" role in the story. These two youngsters are magnificent throughout, and should not be missed. Having viewed numerous "Billy's" across the globe at major venues, Nic and Kyle would blow the roofs off any venue in which they might appear. They are that good. Michael Harp as Billy's star crossed friend fulfills the role with great humor and is a scene stealer in his own right. All in all, the staging, the lighting, Elton John's score, and most of all the dancing and story line will capture your heart and make you a Billy fan for life. This is a show which should not be missed. Even if you know nothing about the story and music, it is still a must see. Do yourself and your family a favor and don't pass it up.
