A & O Review the Show

This week, Adrian & Olivia venture Into the Woods in London’s West End, where fairy tales collide, wishes come true… and then everything goes slightly, spectacularly wrong.In this theatre review, they take on Stephen Sondheim’s beloved musical, unravelling the intertwining stories, the unforgettable score, and the not-so-happily-ever-afters lurking beneath the surface.From princes in agony to consequences that really stick around, they explore whether this clever yet chaotic classic still casts its spell on a modern West End audience.Agony… or happily ever after? Tune in to find out.

This week, Adrian & Olivia dive headfirst into the deliciously outrageous world of Mel Brooks’ The Producers. A film that got turned into a musical, that got turned into a film.From over the top performances to jokes that absolutely should not work, they revel in chaos, comedy, and the sheer audacity of it all.Is it a smash hit, or the most entertaining flop ever seen? And will Olivia be able to identify the fakes from the bonafide hit shows in Adrian's premiere round of Real or Fake, Flop or Not?

Adrian & Olivia head to one of the West End’s biggest stages for one of Disney’s biggest new musicals: Hercules. Bringing the beloved animated film to life on stage, it promises gods, monsters, and plenty of gospel-inspired showstoppers.But does the latest outing from Disney truly go the distance? Adrian and Olivia dive into whether this mythological adventure lives up to the legend.Hero… or zero? And more importantly will they say they’re in love? Listen in to find out and an introduction to Adrian's Shakespeare interpretations.

Adrian & Olivia return to a true West End institution Les Misérables, the longest-running musical in town. They soak up the soaring score, the sweeping drama and, of course, the unapologetic Frenchness of it all. Does it all hold up? And why is Marius a personal bug bear of Adrian's?Pull up a seat and join them for a lively chat about one of the most iconic shows ever to grace a West End stage.

In their second episode, Olivia & Adrian head back into the West End to revisit Oliver! - the beloved classic based on Dickens’ tale, with music and lyrics by Lionel Bart.They dive into the music, the storytelling, and the scale of this latest revival, asking whether it still packs an emotional punch in 2026. Does it feel timeless or simply of its time?So, pull up a seat, and consider yourself among theatregoers.

In their debut pilot episode, Olivia & Adrian head to the West End to review My Neighbour Totoro, the acclaimed stage adaptation of the beloved film from Studio Ghibli brought to life by the Royal Shakespeare Company.With its award-winning puppetry and inventive staging, the production has become one of London’s most talked about theatrical events. But does the magic of the on-screen original survive the leap to the stage?Olivia and Adrian discuss the spectacle, the storytelling, and whether the nostalgia helps or hinders the experience. And a lot of marvelling at the puppetry. Plus, a verdict from a Mum.