Matthew Bourne’s magical dance production of Edward Scissorhands has carved a place in the hearts of thousands across the world since its premiere. Presenting its first major revival, Bourne takes a fresh new look at this modern fairytale, which will be revitalised for a whole new generation of dance lovers and theatregoers. Read more …
Based on the classic Tim Burton movie and featuring the beautiful music of Danny Elfman and Terry Davies, specially recorded for New Adventures in magnificent surround sound, this touching and witty love story tells the bittersweet tale of a boy left alone and unfinished in a strange new world. It is a parable for our times about the ultimate outsider.
After global success with his inspired interpretations of Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella and Nutcracker!, this new production is guaranteed to delight the whole family.
Edward Scissorhands is clever, poignant and a story impressively told without words. Is it ballet? Dance? Silent physical theatre? Who knows and, with this much spectacle, who cares?
As the snowflakes burst from the sides of the stage and the tears ran down my face I knew I could never do this production justice in my review – but please trust me when I say you must see this show. You will regret it if you don’t.
The word magical is liberally bandied around these days, but this beautifully executed, beguiling and touching tale deserves to be labelled so. Vivid, vibrant and utterly spellbinding to the last, this hard to fault production is yet another unalloyed triumph for New Adventures.
Fun, if a touch insubstantial.
Preview: Edward Scissorhands
Theatre Royal, Glasgow from Wednesday November 19, 2014, until Saturday November 22, 2014. More info: www.theambassadors.com/theatreroyalglasgow/