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Theatre

Here Lies Love, National Theatre

30 Sep 14 – 08 Jan 15, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Whether you are keen on political satire, 90s dance music, 70s Classics or just a plain old boogie, this immersive musical by David Byrne and Norman Cook is unmissable. 

By CW Contributor on 4/7/2014

3 CW readers are interested
Here Lies Love, National Theatre
Here Lies Love, National Theatre
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You'll need your dancing shoes on for this thrilling collaboration between David Byrne and Norman Cook. And no, it's not at Brixton Academy, but a key part of the autumn season at the Royal National Theatre!
A Unique Experience...
This 'revolutionary musical experience' has already opened to rave reviews at New York's Public Theatre. It is an immersive show in which half of the audience will stand and dance in the 'pit' with the actors, whilst others can choose to sit and watch from the galleries. We are promised 'heart-pounding beats', 'adrenaline-fuelled choreography' and advised to dress comfortably.
The work of David Byrne (Talking Heads) and Fatboy Slim spans musical history from the 70s to the present day, enthralling fans of all ages. But neither is a one-trick-pony, and both have been constantly re-inventing themselves across art-forms over the decades, bringing their unique instincts and understanding of dance music to the forums of film, literature, visual art and now theatre.
The Story...
What might be even more surprising is the subject matter of this show: it charts the rise of Imelda Marcos, First Lady of the Philippines, through to her fall, following the disgrace of authoritarian husband Ferdinand. But if you are familiar with stories of her outrageous, infamous shoe collection then this contradictory mess of politics, glamour and dazzle also begins to make sense.
If you like your theatre fresh and surprising, we'd highly recommend this as one of the most unmissable shows of the theatrical year. Also, as the first show to grace the newly-refurbished Dorfman Theatre at the NT (previously the Cottesloe), this offbeat production signals an exciting future for the theatre's new alternative space.

What Here Lies Love, National Theatre
Where National Theatre, South Bank, London, SE1 9PX | MAP
Nearest tube Waterloo (underground)
When 30 Sep 14 – 08 Jan 15, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Price £15-£45
Website Click here to book via the National Theatre



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  • What the critics say

    WHAT'S ON STAGE

    "The show is simply outrageous (and courageous) fun. But it also has a very serious purpose, which is to use its hedonistic form to tell a powerful and poignant story"

    Mark Shenton

    THE TELEGRAPH

    "Natalie Mendoza is still sensationally good...The show doesn’t quite grasp that holy grail of combining club-nite excitement with fully engrossing theatre. But my goodness it comes close and what a way to launch the Dorfman."

    Dominic Cavendish

    THE GUARDIAN

    "while it makes a fine immersive spectacle, it left me craving more hard information about its subject"

    Michael Billington

    VOGUE

    “… a life-giving, roof-raising, booty-shaking blast of pure joy from start to finish. You will have a blissed-out smile on your face and your hips will remain in perpetual motion throughout the entire 90 minutes”

    Adam Green

    Practical

    THE BRAND NEW DORFMAN THEATRE

    The National's Cottesloe theatre has been renamed in honour of Travelex Chairman and generous benefactor Lloyd Dorfman. As the smallest of the theatrical spaces, this extensive refurbishment and subsequent rebranding is an exciting part of Nicholas Hytner's plan to extend the National Theatre's reach and increase variety and flexibility of productions. The offbeat, innovative nature of Here Lies Love, along with the buzz that's followed from the states, makes it an ideal inaugural show for the Dorfman. And, excitingly, the renovations mean that an extra 27,000 tickets per year will be available for this sought-after and intimate stage space. 

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