Thriller Live On The West End
Thriller, Live is a tribute to the works of the Jackson 5 and the solo career of Michael Jackson. This is a two and a half hour concert that celebrates the illustrious career of Michael. It is scheduled to show at the Lyric Theatre on the West End in London until 2012.
Thriller offers audiences a spectacular time. The choreography is immaculately executed and true to the form of the Jackson clan. Many of Michael's, and the Jackson 5's more popular rhythms and songs are showcased on the stage as never before been seen. The production starts in the 1960's when the Jackson 5 first started out. It features all the big hair and sparkly clothing that was typical for the era.
The production moves through the years to when Michael broke from the Jackson 5 and went out on his own solo career. Thriller Live does give some insight to the struggles and family strife all of the Jackson's had to endure. What makes this performance so powerful is the screen behind the stage. As the production progresses through the years of the Jacksons' careers, the screen flashes the headlines and most notable events of the groups' presence.
The lighting effects also add to the allure of the production. Nigel Catmur does an impeccable job with brilliant pinks, reds, and blues flashing over the audience and throughout the theatre. The dance performances are also of the highest quality. One of the lead dancers, Sean Williams demonstrates an amazing versatility to move from break dancing to disco to pop type steps. He and the remainder of the dance team really know the steps well, and convey that through their confidence and performances.
The individual that truly sets off the show is one Ricko Baird. This individual was lucky enough to train with Michael himself for many of his California performances. This young man even carries himself like Michael, and has many of the same mannerisms that made Michael so famous. Having the ability to train directly with Jackson and his crew, Baird knows every single one of Michael's dances to the last turn.
The performance is presently at the Lyric Theatre which is located at 29 Shaftesbury Avenue in London. The show will run until 22-January-2012. There are matinee showings at 4pm Saturdays, and on 3pm Sundays. The nightly showings are Tuesday through Friday at 730pm, and Saturdays at 8pm. There are also Sunday night performances at 730pm. The Lyric Theatre is wheelchair accessible, has air conditioning, and a seating capacity of over 924. Located in historic Piccadilly Circus the Lyric is short stroll from the underground rails. Be sure to catch the sites after the performances.
Thriller offers audiences a spectacular time. The choreography is immaculately executed and true to the form of the Jackson clan. Many of Michael's, and the Jackson 5's more popular rhythms and songs are showcased on the stage as never before been seen. The production starts in the 1960's when the Jackson 5 first started out. It features all the big hair and sparkly clothing that was typical for the era.
The production moves through the years to when Michael broke from the Jackson 5 and went out on his own solo career. Thriller Live does give some insight to the struggles and family strife all of the Jackson's had to endure. What makes this performance so powerful is the screen behind the stage. As the production progresses through the years of the Jacksons' careers, the screen flashes the headlines and most notable events of the groups' presence.
The lighting effects also add to the allure of the production. Nigel Catmur does an impeccable job with brilliant pinks, reds, and blues flashing over the audience and throughout the theatre. The dance performances are also of the highest quality. One of the lead dancers, Sean Williams demonstrates an amazing versatility to move from break dancing to disco to pop type steps. He and the remainder of the dance team really know the steps well, and convey that through their confidence and performances.
The individual that truly sets off the show is one Ricko Baird. This individual was lucky enough to train with Michael himself for many of his California performances. This young man even carries himself like Michael, and has many of the same mannerisms that made Michael so famous. Having the ability to train directly with Jackson and his crew, Baird knows every single one of Michael's dances to the last turn.
The performance is presently at the Lyric Theatre which is located at 29 Shaftesbury Avenue in London. The show will run until 22-January-2012. There are matinee showings at 4pm Saturdays, and on 3pm Sundays. The nightly showings are Tuesday through Friday at 730pm, and Saturdays at 8pm. There are also Sunday night performances at 730pm. The Lyric Theatre is wheelchair accessible, has air conditioning, and a seating capacity of over 924. Located in historic Piccadilly Circus the Lyric is short stroll from the underground rails. Be sure to catch the sites after the performances.
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