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Broadway
Wicked
London
Theatre
Cynthia Erivo
Olivier Awards
Tony Awards
Musical Theatre
Ariana Grande
West End
The Wizard Of Oz
London, United Kingdom
New York
Cabaret
Dracula
Paddington the Musical
The Queen Of Versailles
Royal Shakespeare Company
Musicals
Sunday In the Park With George

Join Mickey-Jo from MickeyJoTheatre as he reviews the latest show from the West End, Broadway, Off-Broadway, Off-West End, Edinburgh Fringe and across the globe. As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MickeyJoTheatre⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre ... more

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This week Mickey-Jo saw another two play revivals - new production's of Anton Chekhov's The Cherry Orchard (at the Harold Pinter Theatre) and August Wilson's Fences (at the Lyric Hammersmith).

Find out what Mickey-Jo thought of each of these produc... more

Having finally seen the proshot recording of HADESTOWN on the big screen, Mickey-Jo is sharing his thoughts about the creative choices made when capturing this acclaimed production.

The award winning musical's proshot stars members of the original ... more

A video has recently resurfaced which Mickey-Jo originally shared in September 2020, detailing some of the musical theatre lyrics with which he took issue.

Today, he is adding to that list with more lyrics from great and popular musicals that he th... more

This week, Mickey-Jo headed back Into the Woods, this time to see the Bridge Theatre revival's production in its new home, transferred to the Noel Coward Theatre in the West End.

This production of the Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine written musi... more

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Recent Guests

Helen Dallimore
Original West End Glinda in Wicked
Wicked (London production)
Episode: Mickey-Jo met the original West End GLINDA! | a chat with Helen Dallimore for WICKED's London Anniversary INTERVIEW
Amy Lennox
Lead performer in Thelma & Louise, originally from the interview
Thelma & Louise Musical, Young Vic
Episode: Mickey-Jo met the stars of THELMA & LOUISE | a chat with musical's leading ladies Amy Lennox & Rachel Tucker - INTERVIEW
Rachel Tucker
Lead performer in Thelma & Louise, originally from the interview
Thelma & Louise Musical, Young Vic
Episode: Mickey-Jo met the stars of THELMA & LOUISE | a chat with musical's leading ladies Amy Lennox & Rachel Tucker - INTERVIEW
Josh Radnor
Actor in Hit Machine
Theatre production Hit Machine
Episode: Josh Radnor and Noah Galvin talk HIT MACHINE | the stage and screen stars on their UK theatre debut (INTERVIEW)
Noah Galvin
Actor in Hit Machine
Theatre production Hit Machine
Episode: Josh Radnor and Noah Galvin talk HIT MACHINE | the stage and screen stars on their UK theatre debut (INTERVIEW)
Soichiro Yagami
Actor playing the Chief of Police (and father to Light) in Death Note
Death Note The Musical cast
Episode: meet the cast of DEATH NOTE: the musical | stars discuss the upcoming 2026 West End production
Telly Leung
Actor playing Ryuk, Shinigami in Death Note
Death Note The Musical cast
Episode: meet the cast of DEATH NOTE: the musical | stars discuss the upcoming 2026 West End production
Stephanie Zaharis
Actor playing Misa
Death Note The Musical cast
Episode: meet the cast of DEATH NOTE: the musical | stars discuss the upcoming 2026 West End production
David Bedella
Actor in Sweeney Todd revival cast
Birmingham Rep production
Episode: SWEENEY TODD at the Birmingham Rep cast discuss revival | Ramin Karimloo, Meow Meow, & David Bedella INTERVIEW

Host

Mickey Jo
Theatre critic and host of MickeyJoTheatre podcast and YouTube channel.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 270 ratings
  • As You Like It

    Once again, you manage to verbalise almost exactly what I didn’t even realise I thought about this production. Thanks for another spot on review.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Singingsmall
    United Kingdom6 days ago
  • Informative

    I enjoy and am well informed by MickeyJo’s reviews … but I’m exhausted by the time I get to the end of each podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    bushey1992
    United Kingdom12 days ago
  • Thorough and knowledgeable dramaturgy!

    This is my go-to podcast for all things theater. Even as a bloke from the states, I appreciate his West-End reviews and thoroughly enjoy when he makes pilgrimage to see theater in NYC. OMG, Hey,No notes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Warsaw Willie
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love MickeyJo

    I love Mickey’s takes. I see theater quite regularly and when I’m in the UK, I try to see as much as possible while I am there. I enjoyed listening to Mickey’s takes on the performances I’ve seen after I’ve seen them to enrich my understanding and experience. Thank you for your hard work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cbhhawk
    United States5 months ago
  • Brilliant reviews and all things theatre - the best

    Beautifully observed and articulate - love MickeyJo

    Always love his observations and the way he expresses himself and his views - insightful - well thought out and impressive.

    Love MJ!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    petitcommuter
    United Kingdom8 months ago

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Feels like a friendly, community-oriented space with strong, well-argued opinions.
Consistently well informed and nuanced without being harsh to the cast or crew.
Engaging, thoughtful critique that explains theatre choices clearly for both newcomers and superfans.

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Mickey-Jo met the original West End GLINDA! | a chat with Helen Dallimore for WICKED's London Anniversary INTERVIEW
Q: Final question: should Glinda have an Australian accent in the London production, given Wicked's Broadway origins and subsequent adaptations?
No; I enjoyed finding how the British version of the character would sound and felt that the Australian production preserved its own voice, though accents vary by market.
Mickey-Jo met the original West End GLINDA! | a chat with Helen Dallimore for WICKED's London Anniversary INTERVIEW
Q: What was it like heading into rehearsals opposite Idina Menzel, returning to the role with you doing it for the first time?
She was incredibly kind and generous, and she helped reimagine the show for London, which created a real connection and elevated the experience.
Mickey-Jo met the original West End GLINDA! | a chat with Helen Dallimore for WICKED's London Anniversary INTERVIEW
Q: What is your prevailing memory from that opening night experience?
It was a blur, an out-of-body feeling, punctuated by the awareness of performing for London's high-caliber audience, which made the night unforgettable.
Mickey-Jo met the stars of THELMA & LOUISE | a chat with musical's leading ladies Amy Lennox & Rachel Tucker - INTERVIEW
Q: What other reasons should audiences come see Thelma & Louise at the Young Vic?
The unique friendship between the two leads, the high level of collaboration behind the scenes, and the work's ability to bring a beloved film into a vibrant, live musical experience.
Mickey-Jo met the stars of THELMA & LOUISE | a chat with musical's leading ladies Amy Lennox & Rachel Tucker - INTERVIEW
Q: What has it meant to work together on this project as first-time collaborators in this context?
The performers describe a strong, supportive, and ego-free workshop culture that allows for bold creative input while preserving a clear artistic direction, making the process both challenging and exciting.

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7. Telly Leung
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