The hit show returns to the westend after appearing at The Savoy Theatre during summer of 2009. With the music of the 1950s and 1960s coming alive once more to appear in front of a London audience. Taking its name from the hit 2007 album that features many of the songs that will be on show here, “Dreamboats & Petticoats” is an unmissable treat that lands at a world class venue, well known for putting on some great quality musicals.
It is billed as a rock’n’roll musical and appears from the pens of Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran, whose work has been seen on screen in many well loved television sitcoms such as “Birds of a Feather”, “Goodnight Sweetheart”, “Shine On Harvey Moon” and “The New Statesman”. As such, expect a feel good production that will put a smile on your face as well as take your down memory lane with some well loved classics.
It is set in 1961, a time when the rebellious teen was becoming more and more widespread and the music was more than reflecting this. It is no wonder that parents were suddenly highly surprised at what they were hearing blasting out of their children’s speakers. In “Dreamboats & Petticoats” we are introduced to two young musicians in the form of Norman and Bobby, who are both regularly competing for the hearts of the female population, particularly their adoring fans. However, at the top of both of their lists is the irresistibly gorgeous Laura, who has the power to stop anyone in their tracks and take notice. However, she isn’t just eye candy – Laura knows a thing or two about the guitar herself and it is her talents that could propel them to rock stardom.
The artists whose work that will feature as part of the musical includes Chuck Berry, Eddie Cochran, Billy Fury, Roy Orbison and The Shadows with songs such as “To Know Him Is To Love Him”, “Shaking All Over”, “Three Steps To Heaven”, “Only Sixteen” and “Happy Birthday Sweet 16”.
“Dreamcoats & Petticoats” is at the Playhouse Theatre from 7th Jan 2010 to Saturday 29th May 2010.
Reviews
Loved the show bringing back happy memories of the 60's and the great music. Cast were brilliant. Jenny
Just come back from seeing the show in Sheffield and it was fantastic. Hope some of the touringget a chance to play in the show when it returns to the West-End in January as there are some great singers and actors on the tour. Laura
Seen the show at the Savoy lots of times so decided to go and see the tour version in Blackpool and it was excellent. Lauren Hood was brilliant as Laura and Wayne Smith as Ray was outstanding what a great voice he has. I am going to see it next in Sheffield. Laura
Seen this show 5 times and it is fantastic I will be sorry to see it go on 12 October. If you get the chance to go and see it then do as you will have a great time..... Laura
Fantastic show a real birthday treat the whole audience stood up and joined in at the end well done to all the cast. Angela Scotland Angela
It is bloody brilliant. A really enjoyable evening.....my face ached from smilling so much. Daniel
Brilliant singing dancing a most enjoyable show Jackie
Venue Information
Venue
Playhouse Theatre
Northumberland Avenue
London
WC2N 5DE
Travel
Underground: Embankment (Northern / Bakerloo / Circle & District lines) - Turn left (west) directly on exiting the Villiers Street exit from Embankment. Turn right (north) onto Northumberland Avenue.
Rail: Charing Cross - Take Embankment exit from station, Kings Cross/St Pancras - Piccadilly line west to Leicester Square, Northern line south to Embankment, Paddington - Bakerloo line south/east to Embankment, Victoria - Circle/District line east to Embankment, Liverpool Street - Central line west to Tottenham Court Road, Northern line south to Embankment, Marylebone - Bakerloo line south/east to Embankment Waterloo - Northern line north to Embankment
Parking: MasterPark Trafalgar Square. NCP Bedfordbury. Parking in central London can be difficult and expensive. Please use public transport.
Access
Wheelchairs: Spaces and transfer seating available. Please contact box office before arrival. Wheelchair users should be accompanied by a non-wheelchair using companion.
Hearing Impaired: Hearing Impaired: Induction loop on Stalls only. Centre Stalls for best reception. Please call 0870 906 3838 for further information and concession details.
