MK Theatre Review: Edward Scissorhands
Rating: ★★★★★
Running Dates: Tueday 30 January – Saturday 3 February.
Where to see it: MK Theatre
Duration: Act 1: 53 minutes/ 20 minutes interview, Act 2 42 minutes
Keywords: Contemporary music, Matthew Bourne, Dance Production
“Matthew Bourne’s magical dance production of Edward Scissorhands has carved a place in the hearts of audiences worldwide since its premiere in 2005. Following sell-out performances in America, Australia, Korea, Japan and Europe, it had its first major revival in 2014 and now returns to UK theatres for the first time in 9 years.”
Based on the classic Tim Burton movie featuring the superb and memorable music of Terry Davies and Danny Elfman, Edward Scissor comes to life in theatre.
Matthew Bourne, British Choreographer and leading inspiration in the production industry brings back another sensational film to theatre. Edward Scissorhands will star Liam Mower and Stephen Murray as Edward Scissorhands, with Katrina Lyndon and Ashley Shaw as Kim Boggs. Featuring Kerry Biggin, Sophia Hurdley, Etta Murfitt and Mami Tomotani as Peg Boggs and Glenn Graham and Dominic North as Bill Boggs. Benjamin Barlow Bazeley and Ben Brown will play Jim Upton with Stephanie Billers, Nicole Kabera and Ashley Shaw as Joyce Monroe and James Lovell, Luke Murphy and Reece Causton as her husband, George.
I am a huge fan of Matthew Bourne productions and was already excited that the production came to Milton Keynes. An outstanding evening and perfectly curated storytelling production. The atmosphere was like no other, our hearts were touched and we were reminded of the power of the story behind Edward Scissorhands and the sensational choreography that kept us amazed.
My favourite parts of the show was nature coming to life, a moment I will never forget, it was the most magical experience, I would watch it 100 times over, the most nostalgic experience.
‘The most magical, immersive Matthew Bourne I’ve ever seen!”
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See If: You like contemporary dance-infused live stage production
Similar Plays: All Matthew Bourne
Last Impression: Excited to see what’s next from Matthew Bourne
Buy yourself a ticket to see the show from £13!
Reviewed by Alicia Bolt
Photography by Johan Persson