TOP 10 PRODUCTIONS OF 2022 | STAGE TO PAGE


This is the first year of Stage to Page and I've been lucky enough to see so many incredible productions. In fact, I've seen 70+ shows this year...which is probably more than I've seen in all the previous years of my life combined! While it's incredibly difficult to pick my top 10 productions of 2022, I've finally whittled it down. The talent from theatre this year has been astounding, so without further ado, let's take a look at my personal favourites from 2022.

CINDERELLA | PANTOMIME REVIEW

Cinderella (the Pantomime)

Rating★★★★★
Venue: Harlow Playhouse
Cast: Amy Goodwin, Jimmy Burton Iles, Tom Pepper, Ben Parsley, Grace Chapman, Jonathan Dudley and Kate Playdon  

Cinderella longs for a happier and more exciting life away from her wicked Stepsisters. Thankfully she has Buttons her loveable companion there to look after her. When the dashing Prince Charming decides to hold a ball to find his future wife, this may just be the chance Cinderella has been waiting for. Can the Fairy Godmother help Cinderella get to the Ball? With the help of some mice and a pumpkin – anything is possible! Featuring a cast of seasoned professionals, lavish sets and costumes and a live band.

NEWSIES | REVIEW

Newsies
Rating: ★★★★★
Venue: Wembley Park Theatre, London
Cast: Michael Ahomka-Lindsay, Bronté Barbé, Cameron Blakeley, Moya Angela, Matthew Duckett and Ross Dawes

Set in New York City at the turn of the 20th century, NEWSIES is the rousing tale of a ragged band of teenage newspaper sellers, who dream of a better life far from the hardship of the streets. These young newsies from across the city come together and rise up against the exploitation of wealthy publishing tycoons and fight for justice using the only power they have – solidarity. In an innovative and brand new exciting production, theatregoers will be thrust right inside the action.

QUEENZ: THE SHOW WITH BALLS | REVIEW

Queenz: The Show With Balls
Rating: ★★★★
Venue: Arts Theatre, London
Cast: Billie Eyelash (Luke Hall), ZeZe Van Cartier (Lew Ray), Belle DuBall (Ben Sell), Dia Monte (Jaymi Hensley), Candy Caned (Josh Hanson)

The trailblazing, life affirming drag extravaganza taking the UK by storm. Featuring mind blowing LIVE vocals, and not a lip-sync in sight! Join these death-dropping divas as they slay the biggest hits of all time and serve up the sequin-clad pop party we've all been gagging for!

Get ready to sing along to reimagined classics from The Spice Girls, Lady Gaga, Little Mix, Britney, Whitney, and everything in between. Queenz is drag like you've never HEARD it before!

PROUD EMBANKMENT: A CHRISTMAS CABARET | REVIEW

Proud Embankment: A Christmas Cabaret
Rating: ★★★★★
Venue: Proud Embankment, London
Cast: Sofia Pavlichenko, J'adore La Vie, Jessicats, Lady Lydia, Shade Flamewater, Jake DuPree, Mister Smith, Seifert Sisters and Jamie Heward

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And Proud Embankment has a Christmas special that’s bigger, better and sexier than ever.

A Christmas Cabaret features world-class performances from our award-winning acrobats, show-stopping fire breathers and burlesque beauties from around the globe.