What comes after SIX? This question forms the very basis of Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss’s follow-up, Why Am I So Single? Oliver (Jo Foster) and Nancy (Leesa Tulley), two best friends who met at uni, wrote a short one-act musical together and are now in the throes of trying to come up with ideas, plot points and songs for their upcoming full-length musical.

The chemistry between Foster and Tulley is palpable, allowing for a comfortable and natural interaction with the audience. The songs are incredibly catchy with witty references to other well-known musicals, marking a welcome departure from the pop-centric world of SIX.

Ellen Kane’s choreography is contemporary in style but recognisably Musical Theatre, and always has a surprise in store. This is a musical that speaks directly to the heart – irreverently (and brilliantly) channelling Musical Theatre along the way.

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PRODUCTION CREDITS

Why Am I So Single? by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss (lyrics, music, book)

Garrick Theatre, London, 10 September 2024

Starring Jo Foster, Leesa Tulley, Noah Thomas, Jemima Brown, Josh Butler, Natasha Leaver, Ran Marner, Jamel Matthias, Olivia O'Connor, Joshian Angelo Omaña, Natasha Wilde, Rhys Wilkinson, Jordan Cambridge-Taylor, Collette Guitart et al

Directed by Lucy Moss

Why Am I So Single? is playing at the Garrick Theatre, booking until 13 February 2025 – for tickets and more information, visit whyamisosingle.com

You can read our full review in the October issue of Musicals magazine out 27 September 2024 – consider subscribing today!

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