Reviews of Hercules the Musical
That's the Gospel Truth
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Radio Times
'A star is born at Theatre Royal Drury Lane.'
‘This lustre-dusted
show-stopper of a musical is everything you could want. Spangled, joyous and
gloriously camp’
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Theatre Weekly
‘A heroic hit’
‘By the gods, Disney has done it again. With thunderous flair and lightning-fast wit, Hercules storms the stage at Theatre Royal Drury Lane in a heavenly display of theatrical might.’
Straight from Mount Olympus’ feed – Opening Night on Instagram
★ ★ ★ ★
Daily Telegraph
‘This fun-filled adaption has retained the Disney animation’s goofy knockabout humour and refusal to take itself seriously’
★ ★ ★ ★
The Sun
‘It’s got laugh-out-loud comedy, whip-smart one-liners, and enough feel-good vibes to make even Hades crack a smile.’
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
West End Best Friend
‘A laugh-out-loud script paired with a gorgeous new soundtrack are all the ingredients needed for London’s most promising new family spectacular.’
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
West End Wilma
‘It’s a show bursting with humour and heroism and one that would surely make the gods themselves smile.’
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Screen One
‘If you’re looking for a night at the theatre that’s part Disney nostalgia, part West End spectacle, and all heart trust us, this one’s a true gift from the gods.’
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Fairypowered Productions
‘Bright , vibrant and full of energy’
★ ★ ★ ★
Curtain Call Reviews
‘A vibrant, heroic, gospel-infused adaptation of the film and original book.
The show is an absolute feast for the senses.’
★ ★ ★ ★
Theatre and Tonic
'A myth brought to life with thunder, lightning, and a whole lot of soul.’
★ ★ ★ ★
Afridiziak
‘Funny and fierce plus ticks all the boxes if you’re looking for a family-friendly mood-lifter.’
★ ★ ★ ★
Love London Love Culture
‘Bright & bold with heaps of fun thrown in.’
‘Ensures the audience is thrilled and enthralled.’
★ ★ ★ ★
Musical Theatre Review
‘Hercules is a dazzling flex of Disney’s mighty theatrical muscles: big, undeniably powerful, and you can’t help but love him. I mean it.'