Saturday Night Fever - Review

You should be dancing on down to the Alexandra Theatre Birmingham, where Saturday Night Fever is currently on.

Saturday Night Fever is produced and directed by Bill Kenwright, with design by Gary McCann, choreography by Bill Deamer, lighting by Nick Richings and sound by Dan Samson. The stage adaptation is by Robert Stigwood in collaboration with Bill Oakes.

This feel-good show is a homage to the 1977 John Travolta Classic with even more drama, more music and fresh hot choreography, which is sure to have you dancing all through the night and even the whole way home. It follows the story of Tony Manero, an incredible dancer stuck working in a paint shop in 70s Brooklyn following his journey as he embarks on a reckless yet thrilling road to dancing success.

Jack Wilcox led the cast exquisitely in the role of Tony Manero, joined by Rebekah Bryant as his dance partner Stephanie. The whole cast was incredible, and the choreography and execution was brilliant with every movement oozing charisma, especially the body isolations and hip action. This cast did have some incredible moves which they performed with precision, and they made it look easy, but I know from experience that disco-style dance can be a challenge. I would like to extend huge congratulations to the whole cast who did shine, from their solo and group vocal numbers to the slick dancing and incredible acting, they were a cast that could do it all.

Whilst the show is an entertaining night out, it does deal with some harsh realities of life and some more adult themes, so not one to bring the children to. Yeah, it does deal with these themes with a beautiful lyricism to it. There is a definite sense of care in the story being told. This for me made the production more enjoyable because although there is an air of bittersweet you are left feeling hopeful for the future and invigorated about life.

This is a chance for you to experience the best-selling Bee Gees soundtrack live on stage in this spectacular musical and dance extravaganza. It was also lovely to have the band and live singers on stage, immersed in the action. Featuring songs from the bestselling movie soundtrack of all time, including the Bee Gees Stayin’ Alive, How Deep Is Your Love, Night Fever, Tragedy and More Than a Woman, as well as 70s favourites Boogie Shoes, Disco Inferno and many more.

This production certainly ticked all the visual boxes of the 70s classic. All the iconic elements from the 1970 film were placed in Bill Kenwright's production, with the addition of more songs, dancing and a Bee Gees band performing live on stage. It was a brilliant tribute to the well-known film; however, everyone brought their personality to it.

I loved this musical; it was one of my favourites that I have seen, and I think that this cast performed it so well. So, if you are a big fan of the Bee Gees, or the classic cult film or just fancy a great night out then I would urge you to go and buy tickets. Saturday Night fever continues at the Alexandra Birmingham until 26th November 2022, tickets are available at the following link https://www.atgtickets.com/shows/saturday-night-fever/the-alexandra-theatre-birmingham/