REVIEW: SIX THE MUSICAL
Cinemas January 8th
Six The Musical Live! storms onto the big screen with all the power, polish and pure exhilaration that has made it one of the most celebrated musicals of the past decade. From January 8, audiences can experience the original West End queens as they reunite on stage at London’s Vaudeville Theatre in a thrilling cinematic capture that proves exactly why this show is an award-winning global phenomenon.
Winner of more than 35 awards and seen by over 3.5 million people worldwide, Six takes the well-worn history of Henry VIII and flips it on its head — placing the spotlight firmly on the women who were too often reduced to footnotes. This is Tudor history reimagined as a high-energy pop concert, bursting with humour, heart and unapologetic female empowerment.
The original West End cast are electric. Jarnéia Richard-Noel’s commanding Catherine of Aragon, Millie O’Connell’s deliciously rebellious Anne Boleyn, Natalie Paris’s emotionally rich Jane Seymour, Alexia McIntosh’s swaggering Anna of Cleves, Aimie Atkinson’s fearless Katherine Howard, and Maiya Quansah-Breed’s wise and grounded Catherine Parr each shine in their own right. Together, they create an irresistible chemistry that is funny, clever and endlessly entertaining.
Written by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, the musical blends infectious pop anthems with razor-sharp wit, re-writing Tudor trauma into something bold, modern and gloriously fun. Backed by the on-stage band, the Ladies in Waiting, the performances crackle with energy, attitude and vocal power from start to finish.
Seeing Six The Musical Live! on the big screen is a joy — a front-row seat to a show that has redefined what musical theatre can be. Stylish, sassy and sensational, this cinematic event is not just a recording of a stage hit; it’s a celebration of women reclaiming their stories, voices and power.
Mark the date — January 8. This is pure top-notch entertainment and an absolute must-see.
Caroline Russo ***HALF stars
