Wales Millennium Centre – until 18 May 2019
Reviewed by Alex Browning
5*****
“An absolute showstopper”
The performance of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat was a absolute showstopper from start to finish. The introduction began with a fantastic rendition from the band, who were exceptional through the whole performance. The curtains open to a choir of children and an opening number from Trina Hill as the Narrator. Jacob and sons are swiftly introduced and a group number was soon unfolding, Joseph, the favourite son, was slowly introduced to be an amazing singer, with vocals from pop band Union J’s Jaymi Hensley, and as Joseph he did not disappoint.
The first half of the performance was everything I wanted it to be and more and with a large build up there was much awaited second half after a short interval. You are welcomed back into the second half of the performance with an amazing performance from the Children’s Choir, from Mark Jermin Stage School. The second half featured amazing choreography and also featured more songs in which Jacob’s other sons got the opportunity to shine, Matt Jolly as Gad was a personal favourite with a standout performance.
Overall this production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat was incredible and featured some absolutely incredible performers, it will leave you tapping your toes and wanting to sing for days.