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Highlight of our trip What a great show. From start to finish. We loved the London Palladium.. The atmosphere was fantastic. So happy that we could get to see it.
Sandra, 21 Sep 2024
Breathtaking! Fantastic, exuberant masterpiece!
Magdalena, 17 Sep 2024
Genuinely a must see, the best new musical Great feel good factor show . Sadly last performance so no good recommending !
Sallyanne, 16 Sep 2024
True Vigor and Vim from everyone ... Exceptional So good to see the traditional musical theatre back at The London Palladium ... the perfect venue!
Sets were amazing
Kathy, 13 Sep 2024
Stunning!! Fabulous experience and Imelda Staunton was out of this world. Very, very well done to everyone who was involved. Thankyou very much for an unexpectedly magical evening
Carolyn, 10 Sep 2024
A Must see and hurry up as Dolly IS going away soon I booked this before Christmas last year. (I have a Crazy Diary), so have been looking forward to it for a long time. I love this type of Musical, and it did not disappoint in any way. Acting, singing, music, Stage, all absolutely brilliant. If I had any regrets it would be A) I didn't get to see it sooner, so I have the opportunity to come again before the run finished, and B) I had chosen a more central seat as the part where Dolly came down the stairs in the restaurant scene was partially obscured by other members of the cast. All in all, a Great show. Thanks to all.
Graham John, 08 Sep 2024
Stupendous!!! Wonderful direction, sets, costumes, dancers, choreography,
Orchestra. ….. oh yes …. and cast. Plus the theatre staff were very pleasant and helpful. A Joyful and uplifting experience. If you’re feeling depressed see “HELLO DOLLY”.
Brenda, 08 Sep 2024
Just simply Excellent!! Probably one of the best shows in the West End…but then it can’t fail with award winning Actors, just simply excellent!! The whole production was fist class!!
Mark, 07 Sep 2024
Excellent Entertainment Fabulous show. Imelda Staunton was beyond excellent. A very enjoyable afternoon.
Lilian, 07 Sep 2024
Catch it while you can. Wonderful performance. Funny. Great songs and most enjoyable.
Linda, 04 Sep 2024
Hello Dolly review Fantastic well done show. Imelda Staunton is superb, as are the rest of the cast. Not only is the singing first class but the ‘light touch’ and humour shine through
Helena, 04 Sep 2024
Brilliant Fabulous, joyful performance.
Dorian, 04 Sep 2024
Perfect Production Hello DollY was a really good fun show. Imelda Staunton was absolutely fantastic. Amazing energy for 68.
The whole production was amazing and the band was superb. It is a nonstop show so I figure a very tiring performance but you would never know such is the energy and calibre of the performers. I enjoyed it very, very much and thoroughly recommend it.
Maybe the most perfect production of a musical I have ever seen!
Kathryn, 03 Sep 2024
Heartwarming Contains all the elements of a joyous evening's entertainment - Hello Dolly is one of those timeless classics which never fails to touch the heart and raise the spirit. Just sit back and relish every second of this fabulous production.
Patricia, 30 Aug 2024
Brilliant! Being an avid fan of the film, I wasn't sure how this would transfer to the stage. It was fantastic. Imelda Staunton was a brilliant "Dolly" & the whole cast were outstanding. A really great production of a fantastic musical.
Barbara, 29 Aug 2024
Not to be missed ! Absolutely superb . Imelda Staunton is outstanding i.
David, 28 Aug 2024
2 hours of superb talent …pure joy Imelda Staunton was truly outstanding but so were the rest of the cast. Both cast & audience had a truly great evening of music & laughter
Susan, 28 Aug 2024
Outstanding Blown away. Every single cast member is truly brilliant. The music is just fabulous. Who knew Imelda had a voice like that! The only Dolly in town. What a show !
Julie, 27 Aug 2024
A beautiful classic recreated on stage - wonderful! Imelda and the cast are amazing. The production is cleverly recreated for the stage, impeccable timing, funny, very uplifting. A must see!
Louise, 27 Aug 2024
Joyous! Imelda Staunton needs to be made a Dame - she oozes enthusiasm and takes us along with her for the ride. A must see production. The cast, costumes and sets are amazing - even adding in a trolley bus and train!
Sally, 25 Aug 2024
Feel good show Wonderful light hearted and performed to the highest levels
JAMES, 25 Aug 2024
Fabulous Everything was great but Imelda Staunton was unbelievable. She is top top class.
TERENCE, 22 Aug 2024
A good old fashioned musical Wonderful dancing and excellent singing
Mary, 21 Aug 2024
Magnificent Imelda A wonderful uplifting show - well acted - funny - poignant- thoroughly enjoyable - with great scenes and stage setting and choreography- the orchestra were wonderful too which enhanced the musicality and performance of the songs - a most wonderful evening indeed.
Elizabeth Joy, 16 Aug 2024
An amazing spectacle and show of talent This show is traditional in terms of the storyline and musical format. Its staging is out of this world with an ingenious use of a travellator and even a steam train! The choreography and costumes are fantastic but above all the acting, singing and engagement with the audience are all incredible. Imelda Staunton’s performance was incredible - she is so versatile and totally mesmeric on stage. My steely daughter admitted to feeling goosebumps during Imelda’s final rendition of ‘Hello Dolly’. Anyone going to this show will love it and wish it would start all over again at the finale. Fabulous.
Sarah, 15 Aug 2024
Joyous! Fabulous show! Excellent performances, scenery, costumes!
Sally, 14 Aug 2024
Must see Fabulous show and great experience from start to finish. No queue to get in for Grand Circle and no stampede to get out.
Patrice, 14 Aug 2024
Stunning show, totally brilliant I have wanted to see Imelda Staunton in a show for a very long time. Today was a dream come true, she did not disappoint. Tears in my eyes of happiness at the end. Wonderful comic timing, great vocals from everyone in the cast and clever, effective choreography.
Nicola, 10 Aug 2024
An incredible show Absolutely amazing. Imelda Staunton is a truly incredible actor. A must see.
Only downside is the space between the rows of seats making it an uncomfortable watch however the performance of this show outweighs my discomfort.
Ruth, 07 Aug 2024
Excellent Best show I’ve seen recently
Judy, 02 Aug 2024
Fabulous show, Fabulous show with excellent singing and dancing and a phenomenal performance by Imelda Stanton.
Christine, 27 Jul 2024
Fabulous Pure entertainment and escapism what a true London show should be!
David, 26 Jul 2024
Absolutely brilliant! A fantastic show. Brilliant cast superb leading actors Fabulous musical score.Great dancers and brilliant Orchestra.
A wonderful uplifting show Would highly recommend to anyone! Imelda Staunton is incredible!
Judith, 25 Jul 2024
Excelleny Staging Some spectacular stage spectacles.Dialogue not at all clear to hear in back of Royal Circle
Harold, 25 Jul 2024
Joyous A feel good musical
Janet, 24 Jul 2024
Great performances Good old fashioned musical. Imelda Staunton's performance as Dolly was fantastic. Didn't realise what an amazing singer she was.
Karen, 24 Jul 2024
Wonderful Superbly entertaining on every front! Wonderful acting from all the cast with a particularly captivating performance from Imelda Staunton who’s stage presence practically mesmerized the audience.
Hello Dolly will deliver a highly entertaining, uplifting few hours of delightful entertainment. Don’t miss it!
Janet, 24 Jul 2024
Outstanding Fabulous show. Amazing scenery
Parul, 23 Jul 2024
Best musical I’ve been to in years! For someone whom claims they are not keen on musicals - I’ll eat my words! Such an uplifting, wonderful, magical performance. Everyone was entranced from the opening scene. The acting was magnificent, the stage set amazing - it really was a wonderful night!
Lisa, 23 Jul 2024
Imelda Staunton and the rest of the cast excelled The whole show is a West End Show as we all think of them
Wonderful singing , dancing and acting
Leaving a warm glow after standing ovations
Lynette, 23 Jul 2024
Outstanding Wonderful music and dancing extraordinary. Set design and orchestra superb
Elizabeth, 23 Jul 2024
Utterly brilliant Wow what a show. Unique, funny, brilliantly sung and timing
Janet, 22 Jul 2024
A full on musical with an orchestra! The show is vibrant, funny and full of energy. Immelda Staunton is fantastic, so energetic and what a voice. We loved every moment!
Louise, 21 Jul 2024
A very enjoyable 🎶 dancing professional 👌 and costumes colourful. Go see this excellent musical! Didn't dislike anything.
Brenda, 21 Jul 2024
Hello Dolly This has to be the best production I have ever seen. The performers, the set and the music were superb.
Stephanie, 21 Jul 2024
Dazzling Costumes Presentation and Music provided so many warm and fuzzy moments
John, 21 Jul 2024
Imelda Staunton is phenomenal! The whole show was incredible from beginning to end. Although Imelda Staunton was fantastic, so was the rest of the cast. Strong voices, excellent dancing, choreography and fantastic orchestra.
Shame this is only on for 10 weeks as I would see this one again!
Samantha, 20 Jul 2024
Utterly Charming Well, well Hello Dolly!
Imelda utterly captivating in the role of Dolly Levi supported by a stellar cast. From the minute it started to the end the entire audience experienced magic and were spellbound throughout.
So much humour within the story too, which was delivered effortlessly and wonderfully by the company.
The standing ovation mid Hello Dolly (Act Two number) was incredible to witness, be immersed in and so well deserved.
The soaring and enchanting orchestra too.
Wonderful storytelling, superb score and great staging.
“It’s so nice to have you back where you belong…”
Everyone must experience this glorious production!
Ross, 20 Jul 2024
Quite amazing🌟 Really looking forward to Hello Dolly after it’s run at The Savoy was cancelled because of Covid - a long wait but really wonderful production - my birthday treat 🌟
Zena, 20 Jul 2024
Wonderfully brilliant This show was stunning, I laughed, smiled, cried and had many wow moments! The show is so fun and consistently entertaining
Gemma, 20 Jul 2024
Standing ovation Show was fantastic would recommend it to anyone that loves musicals and the seats were comfortable
Kevin, 20 Jul 2024
Brilliant Thoroughly enjoyed the show it was fantastic
Susan, 19 Jul 2024
Great entertainment The show was great but the seats were very uncomftable knees in your head from the row behind
Janice, 18 Jul 2024
Deserves a 10star What a fabulous show. Barbra Streisand eat your heart out. Emelda Staunton stole our hearts as Dolly. She was fantastic and all the cast outstanding. Best show we've seen in ages.
Deborah, 18 Jul 2024
Don't miss it! One of the most enjoyable shows I have ever seen, and in such a beautiful theatre. Sheer escapism, professionalism, and happiness. You will come out of the theatre smiling.
Faith, 17 Jul 2024
They got a standing ovation, well deserved Couldn’t fault the show, Emelda Staurnton was fabulous her voice is amazing we chose this show for our yearly meet up in London, so pleased we did.
Susan, 17 Jul 2024
Fantastic a must see this summer Enchanting fast moving show with wonderful acting & singing.
Christine, 17 Jul 2024
Joyous The whole cast are brilliant and Imelda Staunton is superb. It’s a joyous experience with great singing and wonderful dancing.
Vanessa, 17 Jul 2024
Amazing Show was brilliant.
Allow plenty of time to use the ladies during the interval as really busy
Diane, 15 Jul 2024
Grwat Amazing show from start to finish, full house standing ovation
Rachael, 15 Jul 2024
Dolly shines Superb performance by Imelda Staunton. She certainly owned the character of Dolly. She stunned the audience with her voice and heartfelt delivery. Standing ovation for whole cast and orchestra well deserved.
Elizabeth, 15 Jul 2024
Hello Dolly Hello Dolly absolutely loved it. The cast , the acting , the singing just brilliant .
Lesley, 15 Jul 2024
A must see !!!!!! Seen many musicals - this is one of the best. Great cast lead outstanding as is the supporting cast. Great voices !! Special effects and production excellent . Would go again
Denise, 14 Jul 2024
Great show The cast and show was amazing
Michelle, 13 Jul 2024
Just Fantastic Cannot congratulate the whole team enough. I was curious to see how Imelds Staunton would play the role after seeing the film with Barbra Streisand. in 1967. She was absolutely amazing and was well supported by the rest of the cast. The sets, effects and interpretation was fantastic. A magnificent production.
Catherine, 12 Jul 2024
Fab u lous Wonderful show
Organisation to enter the London Palladium was shocking and abysmal, a disgrace for such an iconic theatre
Kenneth, 11 Jul 2024
Great Star, Great Show Nice to hear a big orchestra, large cast, great acting and superstar Imelda Staunton a brilliant Dolly Levi.
Andrew, 10 Jul 2024
Fabulous! Lots of laughs, and a great feel-good show. A well deserved standing ovation at the end.
Carol, 10 Jul 2024
Put on your Sunday clothes and go! I watched all the musical numbers grinning with delight. The design is amazing, use of colour, costumes dancing and kinetic, historic cenery inspired! Bravo Imelda and everyone else including the theatre staff!
John, 10 Jul 2024
