Alhambra Theatre- Bradford- until 26 October 2019
Reviewed by Katie Goldsbrough
5*****
Kinky Boots, based on true events, follows the story of Charlie (Joel Harper-Jackson) trying to save his father’s shoe factory.
He is out of ideas when he has a chance encounter with Lola (Kayi Ushe) a drag queen who happens to mention the heels on her boots keep breaking. They work together to get a new line of boots for drag queens to Milan fashion week.
This is a heart-warming story full of glitz and glamour while also addressing real issues regarding prejudice and judgement.
This is a fantastic show with a great cast that work brilliantly together Lola is a stand out performer, she has the audience’s attention from start to finish when she is on stage, as do her ensemble of drag queens. The whole show is lively and deserved the standing ovation it received. From a boxing match between a drag queen and a factory worker, to drag shows and dancing on treadmills this show has it all.
The direction and choreography both by Jerry Mitchell were both fantastic, it must had taken a lot of hard work and rehearsal to get the show up to such a high standard.
The music, written by Cindi Lauper was catchy and really helped to tell the story, the songs will stick in your head and made you want to get up and dance and tap your feet, which many people were doing.
This show is a must see for anyone wanting a fun night out. The finale will have you up on your feet and you’ll leave uplifted.