Introducing the April/May 2023 issue of Musicals magazine, featuring Michael Ball

In our second issue, April/May 2023, we interview legendary performer and presenter Michael Ball about his remarkable career trajectory to date, and how, thanks to the forthcoming revival of Aspects of Love, ‘Love Changes Everything’ might be about to re-enter his repertoire.

For his new immersive Guys & Dolls at the Bridge Theatre, Nicholas Hytner is challenging our perceptions of this classic Broadway musical. Matt Wolf speaks to him and his fellow creatives, including last issue’s cover star Marisha Wallace who’s starring as Miss Adelaide.

Could SIX be on its way to global domination? With the show now opening in Korea, Tim Bano speaks to its creators and producers to uncover the enduring appeal of this sassy pop musical about the wives of Henry VIII.

Welcome back Elaine Paige! The Musical Theatre star returns to our pages with a regular column celebrating the musicals that proved to be the biggest game-changers.

Sylvia, The Bodyguard and Oklahoma! are included in our UK live show reviews, plus don’t miss our reviews from Broadway – Parade, Some Like it Hot, Kimberly Akimbo, A Beautiful Noise and more.

Broadway’s KPOP and Into the Woods and the West End cast recording of Cabaret are included in our expert recording reviews.

PLUS all the latest news as well as listings for West End, Broadway, regional, touring and international live shows.

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