New Victoria Theatre, Woking – until 23 October 2021
4****
Reviewed by Alexandra Sykes
19 months later than planned, Priscilla has finally arrived in Woking in all her pink, glittery glory.
Following 3 friends on their trip across the Australian outback, Priscilla is the jukebox musical with everything you could ever ask for. Drag Queens Mitzi (Edwin Ray), Felicia (Nick Hayes) and Bernadette (Miles Western) sing and dance their way across the outback and meet some interesting characters along the way, from homophobic townsfolk to Bob (Daniel Fletcher) the mechanic who joins them on their adventure. The Divas (Claudia Kariuki, Aiesha Pease and Rosie Glossop) sing their hearts out with their powerful voices and make the audience listen as they sing.
The set works well with a backdrop made to look like the outback and costumes that make the characters stand out, the drag queen outfits are fun and colourful, just like the show. Priscilla the bus is also there in all her glory and is used well in the scenes to add to the story.
With hit songs from the 70s and 80s, this show will have you singing along as well as laughing at the jokes and well-timed innuendos. Despite being over a year late, this show is worth the wait and a fabulous night out.