Redknapp shines on Cabaret stage

Cabaret at New Theatre, Cardiff

IHAVE always worried about celebrity casting, and when it came to the iconic musical Cabaret, I was even more apprehensive.

The latest tour production features two pop singers (and former Strictly Come Dancing contestants), Will Young and Louise Redknapp, who star as characters Emcee and Sally Bowles.

Set in pre-war Berlin, with Nazi popularity and tensions on the rise, the seedy nightlife of the Kit Kat Klub is the last refuge of non-conformist types.

Cabaret is the story of young American writer Cliff Bradshaw and his relationship with singer Sally Bowles. impressive. Cold, grey Berlin is juxtaposed

One household name surpassed my with the bright lights and seedy expectations while, unfortunately, the glamour of the Klub. And although there other reinforced my doubts. were some interesting staging choices,

Judging from the reaction of the audience such as the choreography and direction at curtain call, I knew I was in the of Tomorrow Belongs to Me, I didn’t minority in not liking Will Young’s performance enjoy them only partially using Don’t as Emcee, which was a mixture Tell Mama in the background, as the of naughty child and clockwork toy. song is a better introduction to the character It became tedious. of Sally Bowles, cabaret star.

On the other hand, Louise Redknapp All in all, I didn’t not enjoy it, but it was a surprising delight. Although not wasn’t my favourite production of Cabaret; known for acting, she brought a vulnerability saved by a decent cast, company, to Sally. orchestra and design. The set and lighting design were Chris Williams

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