the GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF musical - was it a showstopper?! | Cheltenham Everyman Theatre Review

[@pedroxqui]

I don't get how people can still think something is too weird for a source material after musicals like Cats

[@andrewstorm8240]

Or witches

[@ellencoleman4604]

Or SpongeBob Squarepants

[@Gnostic72]

There is that “WHY?” Steve Sondheim always asked. Would turning a source material into a Musical improve on it or not. Granted that ANY SUBJECT MATTER can be a Musical, NOT EVERYTHING CAN BE MADE INTO A “SUCCESSFUL MUSICAL”.

[@cerysnicholas6885]

The 'Blue Eyed Baker' song was genuinely one of the funniest performances I have ever seen. Claire Moore was just FANTASTIC. If this show returns, I highly recommend that everyone see it, it is definitely worth it!

[@annegasko7719]

I mean, Spelling Bee is one of my favorite musicals ever, so I have no issues believing that ‘competition’ musicals can be great. I’m honestly surprised that there was so much backlash to the idea.

[@accountforwastingtime]

Any idea could potentially be a great musical with the right team behind it and cast in it- and sounds like this one has all the right ingredients. Get it...get it?

[@islastokes823]

I loved this show and it was very cool to have a brand new show in my local theatre. Can we just appreciate how stunning the Everyman theatre is ! Just wanting a cast recording now pls 😆

[@laurameredith4023]

Went to this on the Matinee on the last day! I absolutely loved it! Had me crying with both laughter and emotions. The poor woman next to me was bawling her eyes out at the same two moments I think you were referring to. She had to bring back tissues from the toilet! Will definitely be recommending this to everyone if it tours or gets a transfer! 🍰🎤

[@maurinet2291]

I was skeptical...but it sounds like they might be taking a leaf out of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee only basing it on the Bake-Off instead of the Bee . It actually has a solid precedent if you look at it like that.

[@natebeynon]

This is simply the "Contest Show": A Chorus Line, Cats, 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Ride the Cyclone etc. "Here are these set of characters, all with the same goal they are competing for. Here they singing about their lives..."

[@Bellayoungyoutube]

Im actually so excited that you’re reviewing this - I go to the drama college attached to the Everyman in Cheltenham so seeing them do a successful show feels very surreal

[@sesmsoful]

When I first heard of this musical I had no interest in seeing it at all, I though it would just be a bit silly and probably not worth the money/ travel. After watching this I really want to go and see it!!! It sounds wonderful🤩 I'd definitely be purchasing tickets if/when it reappears

[@ashlynharrison3170]

Finally a musical based on a show and there are no legal issues lol! I wish I could see this! I love Scott Paige!

[@CP-mb3sn]

I'd assumed it was a parody until checking out the cast announcement. Glad to see your review, hope it will be restaged again somewhere closer to home so that more of us get the chance to see it!

[@lovelyoblina]

I watch a lot of videos about Broadway shows and I usually find them lacking. Yours are the most articulate, well-researched and witty of them all.

[@accountforwastingtime]

This was such a great review! I don't watch the show admittedly, but you were so excited about so many things and made it sound like so much fun I'd totally give it a try. Especially, like you said if it were in town and say friends wanted to go. That totally sounds like a great besties night out type of show with plenty of marketing potential. Imagine all the fun pre-show things they could do, like desserts in the lobby and fun bake-off themed cocktails and stuff.

[@arisefairsun]

I’d love to see this show tour regionally! Gutted that I didn’t get to see it for its recent run. I agree that people may think it’s not got a big enough hype yet to bring in the West End audiences, but I would 100% go see it if it came anywhere near me on a tour. So many people love the TV show so I think it would be a nice introduction to musical theatre in general for those who aren’t already fans of the genre ☺️

[@Showtunediva]

I have never watched The Great British Bake Off but I have theatre friends who watch it. The idea that it is a musical is intriguing.,

[@moammonster_Jess_]

the milk joke really made me laugh more than it should have 😂

[@russellstratton7065]

It’s interesting to hear you talk about a show where you come for the subject matter but what draws you in is the stories of the protagonists and their relationships with each other under different circumstances and pressures. That’s what a reality show is. But is also what draws us to shows like Come From Away. That’s the comparison I made as you described it. Very interested now and it makes so much more sense now

[@nicksmith6155]

I'm hoping its going to tour as I missed it at Cheltenham. Great review and definitely sounds like a must see. Charlotte Wakefield is one of my faves having seen her in Mamma Mia, Oklahoma and Chitty, and of course she was Wendla in Spring Awakening that earned her an Olivier nomination.

[@samuelblachon95130]

Love Island the Musical next please

[@MickeyJoTheatre]

I would absolutely watch this

[@samuelblachon95130]

@@MickeyJoTheatre i'm so happy you like my idea i would choose ALW for the music

[@islastokes823]

Yessssss

[@scaraponine]

Random but Catriona Sandison was in the year below me at high school and we did a few of the school shows together. Talented then and it’s amazing to see her performing professionally.

[@mariaelenaaliberti7494]

I just discovered you and am now binge watching your videos and am a new Patreon. Love it!

[@_Claire_Louise_]

I wasn't planning on seeing it but the Everyman is my local theatre so I decided I had to and I'm so happy I did! Especially watching this video if I hadn't been I would have been gutted 😂 I haven't laughed so much in a long time and been really touched and near crying as well, the cast absolutely blew me away. I really hope it gets more life so more people can see it

[@EyeGlassTrainofMind]

This sounds absolutely delightful which is why I actually think Bake Off being the inspiration is just perfect. I wish I could see this so much!

[@Upndouin]

Jake Brunger & Pippa Cleary are amazing! I fell in love with Adrian Mole and also saw the workshop for Jet Set Go! at the Turbine. Their music is great so I am curious about Bake Off now 😍🎭

[@msmichigan20201]

Enjoyed your comments. And as a US-based Bake Off fan, I hope it someday makes it to the States.

[@easterslice]

I hope so, too. It actually sounds like the kind of show that smaller regional theaters could stage -- and I'm sure that their local audiences would love.

[@StephShrubb]

I wish you had seen Charlotte Wakefield and Michael Xavier in The Sound of Music at the Open Air Theatre (ie your fave)! What a production that was and they were both perfection! If I could have any recording of a show I have seen it would be that one.

[@allisonbergh4429]

I love seeing you so enthusiastic about new pieces! And I know how you feel - I’m the same way with The Noteworthy Life Of Howard Barnes (by Kooman & Dimond). You’re not likely to get to see a production (though hope springs eternal), but there’s an original cast album and I strongly encourage anyone who loves (or hates) musicals to give it a listen. The plot isn’t 100% clear from the songs, so I’d suggest finding a synopsis online, but it’s a super fun listen. I really hope it has a future beyond the production I saw, and I’d love to see it get more attention!

[@nowwithdiagraams]

OMG! I am in Newbury too!

[@Lioness99a]

I saw the final matinee and loved it - so many great comedic moments, as well as the heartfelt ones you mentioned. I did feel like something was missing though, and it took me a while to work out what it was, but I think it was the lack of any filming crew. We're getting a 'backstage look' at the show, but there was no director or camera person character, which I think would have rounded it out perfectly. My Mum also thought they needed to have some actual ingredients, rather than miming all the baking, but I'm not sure how practical that would be on stage..!

[@courdeleon]

Because of this review, I subscribed to their KZbin channel. I think I know the song that made you cry, they recently posted, "MY DAD". OMG it brought me to tears. All the songs that they have posted are amazing. The trailer of opening night at the Noel Coward Theatre (Did you go?) is perfect, the guy who plays Paul, got a handshake from the real Paul! I soooo hope this comes to NYC! 🥰

[@courdeleon]

Sounds like my kind of show! I sure hope it gets to the US! 😊

[@baluotheblueberry9265]

I am PRAYING for a Broadway transfer one day! I know it’s a very British musical and this is likely a pipe dream, but as an American, I’d kill for any way to see this show, I love the soundtrack and what it stands for

[@noahsimpson5850]

loved the brutal honesty of … it’s nothing to do with the baking … but it’s so true

[@antonellamR2D2]

Not in topic, but the wallpaper reminds me of the hotel Miranda stayed when she was faking being on holiday 😁

[@louisehaines6090]

Hey mickey, I love how classy you speak, slay! Could you review grease at dominion theatre before it closes? I would really like to hear your opinion on the show as the reviews are so mixed.

[@rannyltaylor]

I first saw this musical announced on the 1st April, so it was a while before I realised it was actually something that was going ahead! I've been curious since then, so it was interesting to hear about

[@lillianward2810]

I love John Owen Jones so much.

[@emilyhughes1628]

I'm from Cheltenham and I was gutted to have missed the run of the show here! I know there was a lot of pride in town that we were the opening location for it.

[@pinkestpeaches6302]

Travelling around the country to see different shows? What a mood.

[@rosalynwall4267]

I saw it last night in London & loved it. The degree of heartfelt emotion was unexpected. I loved the humour, including ‘bin-gate’ from the show. My least favourite was Pam, I thought her singing was weak compared to others. I loved it 🥰

[@RLucas3000]

I’m so glad to see your comment! All the others were 8 months ago and I was afraid it wouldn’t return. It sounds brilliant. Maybe Pam just had an off night.

[@LolaGabriella]

I wasn't sure what to expect, but I adored this show and I am desperate for it to get a West End transfer!

[@hannahgreen8999]

You're in my neck of the woods, are you seeing Whistle Down the Wind? I was tempted to go Saturday but know very little about it.

[@MickeyJoTheatre]

That's what I was there for! Saw it last weekend!

[@CiaoRooster]

I saw a number on a KZbin clip of a chat programme promoting the West End Run. I was shaking! (I was also high.) It gave me major Come From Away vibes. So happy!! Bring it to NEW YORK!!! Would they have to change the name to The Great British Baking Show The Musical?

[@rosalynwall4267]

Completely agree re Come From Away.

[@orbitalpudding3420]

i need a teleporter so i can get to the UK to watch this show omg...I've been binging bake-off lately and this sounds amazingggg

[@cgm530]

'the concept of the soprano is dying out in musical theatre' say it louder sis

[@heg203]

Amen re: can’t watch Bake Off without eating something sweet. 😂

[@annekahorne7322]

Did you pick out the MT musical motifs? Hamilton/Wicked/Company? So interested to talk to someone about this!!

[@Aproclivity]

I really hope Netflix does a proshot if nothing else.

[@bizziegrace]

cries in american

[@subbtopp]

aww what a wonderful review.

[@cedgson91]

Ooh what are you seeing in Newbury? I know it well. My dad lives near there

[@MickeyJoTheatre]

Newbury is all about the Watermill Theatre for me! I was seeing Whistle Down the Wind.

[@indyfan9845]

I wonder if we'll get one for the Great British Baking Show, too? In all seriousness, I wonder if they're going to change the name if it comes to America, since the name of the show was changed for copyright reasons.

[@gabrielleduplessis7388]

The thought I had was why along with a few lines to a parody song, kind of. Welcome to the technical bake? We expect accuracy and transparency. We want to torture you in this heat. Paul is wondering how rancid this will be. Technical bake.

[@til2896]

I'm still not convinced, but I'd probably go to see it if it toured close to me.

[@til2896]

Like, I'm not a fan of Bake Off at all, but it did sound pretty good from what you said about it, so if It came to Venue Cymru or Chester, I'd go, any further, it'd probably be a no.

[@maireandjohnstege2520]

You are delightful.

[@Gnostic72]

There is that “WHY?” Steve Sondheim always asked. Would turning a source material into a Musical improve on it or not. Granted that ANY SUBJECT MATTER can be a Musical, NOT EVERYTHING CAN BE MADE INTO A “SUCCESSFUL MUSICAL”.

[@heg203]

❤ Sondheim

[@peterchamberlaincann]

I loved this show, brilliant cast! One recurring joke got me every time, towards the end of an episode. A couple of criticisms. The duet song didn't ring true for me because, remember Mary Berry? And one character was too schmaltzy for me, they kind of bent the rules of Bake Off to make quite a few scenes work!

[@richardfeatherstone9675]

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is a competition, so why not.

[@EllenAuckland]

First! Sorry had to do it😂

[@dogvom]

Do they have the squirrel with the massive balls?

[@pureb7235]

Very fancy bedroom.

[@hefinrosser8685]

John Owen Jones. From burry port Llanelli. Phantom etc. One if the rudest people I have ever met!!

[@michaelkwiat5054]

He's so cute....

[@Glindaful]

Down here after every video mot getting what a super-thanks is?...