REVIEW: AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN THE MUSICAL
RATING: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Be prepared to be swept off your feet as you watch An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical…
‘An Officer and A Gentleman The Musical’ is at the Wales Millennium Centre until April 20th, 2024
Last night we went along to see ‘An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical’ as it visits the Wales Millennium Centre as part of its second tour of the UK and Ireland. Based on the award-winning movie which is now over fourty years old. This has to be one of my all-time favourite films and it truly gave me an incredible sense of nostalgia, through both the classic plot, and the toe-tapping soundtrack.
Georgia Lennon as Paula Pokrifki and Luke Baker as Zack Mayo in An Officer and a Gentleman, credit Marc BrennerCLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR TICKETS
The story follows the emotional journey of Zack Mayo played by the talented Luke Baker, a fearless young officer candidate who enlists in the Navy and undergoes a gruelling training programme overseen by Gunnery Sergeant Emil Foley played by Jamal Crawford.
As the story progresses, Zack becomes good friends with fellow recruit Sid Worley, played by Paul French. During some downtime, the pair head to the local bar and meet up with Paula Pokrifki and Lynette Pomeroy, played by Georgia Lennon and Sinead Long, respectively.
The stage show boasts strong visuals with a large iron set that is cleverly used to transform the stage from an army base, the factory where the girls work and then into the local bar. it was truly mesmerizing
This musical is so much fun and extremely entertaining, featuring well-known classic 80’s songs from icons such as Madonna, Bon Jovi, Cyndi Lauper, Blondie, and so many more. You might even recognise a few classics tunes from the film…
“If You’re a fan of 80’s hits… then this is the show for you”
The cast of An Officer and a Gentleman, credit Marc Brenner
An Officer and a Gentleman is such an Electrifying musical, that will leave you tapping your feet to the tune of the soundtrack for hours after the performance. With an incredibly talented cast, the show features jaw dropping vocals that really do justice to the classic tunes. It's amazing how the show captured the pure essence of the 80’s, it was so nostalgic, we truly felt connected to the characters. This show will have you laughing, and crying and then singing along to your favourite 80’s tune…
“It really was an emotional rollercoaster”
Overall, An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical is a must-see for any fan of the film or those who just love a good old romantic tale. It's a perfect night out that will sweep you off your feet!
So grab your ticket and enlist in an unforgettable journey of love and bravery… you'll leave the theater with your heart full and your spirits soaring higher than a fighter pilot on a mission.
Be quick, ‘An Officer and A Gentleman The Musical’ is at the Wales Millennium Centre until April 20th, 2024