REVIEW: White Christmas at The Dominion Theatre

Based on the 1954 movie of the same title, White Christmas has just opened at The Dominion Theatre and we at Pocketsize Theatre were lucky enough to attend the gala night amongst a plethora of Love Islanders, Loose Women and many more stars and press. 

Upon entering the theatre - there were a trio of insanely talented ladies singing Christmas songs in gorgeous three part harmonies. Something that set the tone for the show and encouraged festive cheer. Whether this happens every night, I’m not sure, but for the sakes of both the audience and those three ladies - I sure hope so! 

White Christmas stars Danny Mac & Dan Burton as Bob Wallace & Phil Davis. This gorgeous duo work really well together and bring out the best in each other. Both giving flawless vocals, choreography and acting beats, they really put you at ease. Clare Halse also performs beautifully throughout and is a true example of a triple threat. The rather large ensemble perform the choreography exquisitely and make it look so easy - a true testament to their talents. 

FIRST LOOK: White Christmas at the Dominion Theatre

The company is led by Aled Jones as Bob Wallace, Tom Chambers as Phil Davis, Wendi Peters as Martha, Graham Cole as General Waverley, Rachel Stanley as Betty Haynes and Louise Bowden as Judy Haynes, with Lori Haley Fox, Michelle Bishop, Phil Cole, Brendan Cull and Jonathan Halliwell.  Also in the cast are Vikki-Marie Ryan, Lucinda Lawrence, Karen Aspinall, Emma Caffrey, Hayley Reed, Helen Patching, Vicki Davids, Jennifer Davison, Grace Holdstock, Ross McLaren, Joshua Lay, Matthew Cheney, Jonny Labey, Anthony Whiteman, Eddie Myles, Stuart Winter, Matt Clark and Gary Murphy. Amy Snudden, Emily Robins, Sophia Pettit and Tatum Confrey will alternate the role of Susan.

Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS will open at London’s newly refurbished Dominion Theatre on Wednesday 12 November, following previews from 8 November, for a strictly limited eight-week season, ending on 3 January 2015.

Ivring Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS full cast announced

Rehearsals for the West End premiere of Irving Berlin’s much-loved musical WHITE CHRISTMAS begin today, Monday 13 October.  The company is led by Aled Jones as Bob Wallace, Tom Chambers as Phil Davis, Wendi Peters as Martha, Graham Cole as General Waverley, Rachel Stanley as Betty Haynes and Louise Bowden as Judy Haynes, with Lori Haley Fox, Michelle Bishop, Phil Cole, Brendan Cull and Jonathan Halliwell.  Also in the cast are Vikki-Marie Ryan, Lucinda Lawrence, Karen Aspinall, Emma Caffrey, Hayley Reed, Helen Patching, Vicki Davids, Jennifer Davison, Grace Holdstock, Ross McLaren, Joshua Lay, Matt Cheney, Jonny Labey, Anthony Whiteman, Eddie Myles, Stuart Winter, Matt Clark and Gary Murphy. Amy Snudden, Emily Robins, Sophia Pettet and Tatum Confrey will alternate the role of Susan.

Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS will open at London’s newly refurbished Dominion Theatre on Wednesday 12th November, following previews from 8th November, for a strictly limited eight-week season, ending on 3rd January 2015.

Aled Jones and Tom Chambers will star in Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS

Aled Jones and Tom Chambers will star in the West End premiere of Irving Berlin's White Christmas when it runs at the Dominion Theatre this Christmas.

The show, which opens on 12 November 2014 (previews from 8 November) for an eight-week season, will be the first to play the Dominion, where We Will Rock You closes this weekend, following its refurbishment.

Adapted from the much-loved film, White Christmas tells the story of two ex-army pals as they team up with a pair of sisters to put on a show to save their former General's remote Vermont ski lodge that's fallen on hard times.

The score includes "Blue Skies", "The Best Things Happen When You're Dancing", "Count Your Blessings" and the iconic title song.

The 30-strong cast at the Dominion will also feature Wendi Peters as Martha, Graham Cole as General Waverley, Rachel Stanley as Betty Haynes and Louise Bowden as Judy Haynes.