As a timeout tastemaker I was invited to watch An American in Paris currently showing at the Dominion theatre in London’s West end and was super excited! I wasn’t familiar with the storyline beforehand and didn’t research anything as I wanted it to all be new, I was pleasantly surprised by the good mix of narrative, music and dance.
The storyline was a classic love story (who will get the girl) and could have been a bit more imaginative but for me it was brought alive by the stunning costume and set design that has made me want to book a ticket back to 1940s Paris.
The talent in the show was immense with actors taking on both singing and dancing and even a few humorous moments. There were a couple of catchy songs but I was expecting some more big numbers. This show was definitely about the dancing and with the lead role being a ballerina I suppose that’s understandable, however I did feel that the dance scenes were a bit long and sleep inducing and I did have to dig the OH in the ribs when I heard a faint sound of a snore… cant take him anywhere!
I don’t want to give away who did get the girl so If you are a fan of musicals then this feel good show is definitely a must see and you will have to go and watch to find out!
What is your favourite show to watch in the theatre?
*images of the show taken from the An American in Paris website as no photography is allowed in the theatre.
Oh Pretty City 
The show sounds great.
I’ve recently been to see ‘Everybodies talking about Jamie’ at the Crucible , Sheffield it was amazing ! It’s showcasing and hopefully been picked up by a west end theatre. It’s a must see.
The Body Guard was also a goodie ! Tracey xx
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sounds great, it is so nice that you didn’t tell us the ending and spoil it for those who are interested in watching it #GlobalBlogging
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Sound so nice. My husband hates shows or movies and with little one there is seldom time. I now live vicarious through other people watching shows. 😜 #globalblogging
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This post is fab sounds amazing thanks for hosting #globalblogging
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I’d love to go see a show. I’m a big fan of musicals. #globalblogging
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Anything from Webber 🙂
This show looks promising, might go and watch #globalblogging
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Ah, I love the theatre and Broadway shows just have a certain unmatchable magic about them, don’t they?
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I don’t mean to brag….BUT I got to see Hamilton on Broadway last October and it was BRILLIANT!
Thanks for your review. I didn’t know the storyline until you shared, but I know I’ve heard the title before.
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Im not crazy for musicals but I know my older girls will LOVE them someday. My husband enjoys them more than I. My parents just saw Motown and Carole King.
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That’s one of my favourite musicals so thank you for the review. I’ll have a look to see how much it’ll be. #globalblogging
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Sounds like a fun show! I don’t get to musicals much.
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I love going to the theatre but am more a drama fan than musical. An inspector calls, the moustrap. Glad you enjoyed it – not sure my huband would have stayed awake either hes terrible! #GlobalBlogging
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definitely looks worth seeing – I love the theatre so much. #globalblogging
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You’ve made me super jealous! Every blog I’m reading at the moment makes me want to move back to London. Thank you from very sunny Bangkok! #GlobalBlogging
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I love musicals and thank you for this review of this wonderful musical! 😉 #globalblogging
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Love a good musical, this looks so lovely! Aside from the snore, ha ha #globalblogging
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I haven’t had a chance to watch a live musical in a long while. I’ve seen some broadway shows in New York and I really enjoyed Phantom of the Opera, back in the days. I’m glad you enjoyed this one. #globalblogging
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Sounds like a great show to go and watch. Im not familiar with the story either and could do with an excuse for a date night with the Mr 😉 Great review. Emily #Global Blogging.
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Sounds interesting. My daughters and I all take ballet so we may enjoy this. I know what you mean about sometimes the dance scenes can be long – my hubby would be snoring too! 😉
~Jess
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Sounds like a good one to watch. We try and get out and about when we have date night and recently saw frankenstein which was amazing at our local theatre.
Mainy
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I have a soft spot for musicals! But I know for sure that my husband would be snoring through them all! I have always wanted to watch the Lion King, just because I am from South Africa… Ohh and I would love to watch Cats… Thanks for co-hosting this week! Was lovely to have you! #globalblogging
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OMG I don’t remember when I was in theater last time. I need to speak with my husband maybe he will take me there for something nice:)
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We love going to the theatre – it is one of the joys of living in London – having so much on our doorstep to enjoy. My favourite recent trip was to see Hedda Gabler. I am not a huge fan of musicals but my parents are so this is a useful review. Thanks. #GlobablBlogging
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Sounds fab. My mum and I are going to see Carousel next month – more her thing than mine but I love musicals, although I don’t get to see them that often anymore #globalblogging
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I love a good musical. It looks really good #globalblogging
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