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Growing up with the music of Michael Jackson constantly playing in the background and singing and dancing to his music through the decades, I felt that he was an intrinsic part of my life.  Along with his millions of fans around the world, I mourned the untimely loss of one of the greatest artists of all time and can only wonder at what other hits he may have produced as he returned to performing.

Thanks to the production company Flying Music, in association with Adrian Grant, his work will never be forgotten as they have produced a spectacular concert celebrating the career of the world’s greatest entertainer and undisputed King of Pop!

Established in 2006, THRILLER LIVE moonwalked into the West End after three acclaimed UK tours and standing ovations across Europe. Currently playing at the Lyric Theatre, as well as simultaneously touring the world, award-winning director Gary Lloyd’s THRILLER LIVE brings to life the sensational dancing and distinctive sound of Michael and the Jackson 5.

In a career spanning 40 years, Michael Jackson sold an unparalleled 750 million records worldwide with the Thriller album still the world’s best-selling recording of all time. His music continues to sell in its millions, winning new fans young and old alike.

THRILLER LIVE includes over two-hours of non-stop hit songs in a show that pays homage to the world-class spectacle of Jackson’s legendary live performances.

In keeping with Michael’s lyrics ‘it doesn’t matter if you’re black or white’, the show has a diverse cast of lead vocalists who each bring us their own unique interpretations of his songs. 

With over 10 years experience as a lead and backing vocalist, Ian Pitter is also a gifted musician and have performed with Celine Dion and Beyonce, to name but a few.

Dwayne Wint is lead singer and songwriter of rock band Buddhasugar and has toured in Dancing in the Streets and appeared in Doctors on TV.

Nathan James, is a huge man with long blond hair and is a rock singer who has toured in The Essence of Ireland and Route 66. He’s not someone you’d normally think of as a singer of Michael’s songs, but when you hear him hit those high notes, you know just why he’s there!  Michael Jackson was not only a pop singer, but his range covered rock, R&B and soul and he won awards in all those categories for his Thriller album, so it's fitting to have a variety of singing syles in the show.

Samantha Johnson is a 22 year-old singer, actress and flautist from America.  With a belting voice and powerful stage presence, it’s no wonder she’s attained a following as ‘The Greatest Singer on YouTube’!

Keenan Munn-Francis plays the young Jackson and shows huge confidence and ability as he belts out the Jackson Five songs.

For me though, the night was made perfect by the presence of Sean Christopher, as he sang and danced as Jackson in the later years.  The routines with him and the backing dancers in white suits, when he performed the Moon Dance, stole the show and everyone was on their feet whooping and cheering.  Also when the video showed Jackson putting on the diamond encrusted white glove and cut to Sean standing there in the same costume, we almost felt that Jackson was back with us.  All his moves were identical and the vocals were spot on, making him probably the best Jackson impersonator of our time.


The show is supported by a talented cast who are Chikezie Eze, Oggie, Todd Holsworth, Shae Carroll, Jermaine Johnson, Magnus Einang, Sophie McDonald, Tarnya Neil, Crystal Hantig, Mary Weah and Becky Hicks.



The MD  is Ryan Alex Farmery and his excellent band of musicians are John Maer, Thomas J Indge, Mike Modesir, Ant Law, Gabor Dornyei and Adam Kovacs.

For the most thrilling evening’s entertainment where you can expect your favourite Jackson songs delivered by an exceptionally talented cast and live band, including the smash hits: I Want You Back, ABC, Can You Feel It, Off The Wall, , The Way You Make Me Feel, Smooth Criminal, Beat It, Billie Jean, Dirty Diana, They Don’t care About Us and Thriller plus many more, this show should not be missed!  Michael Jackson’s spirit is in the heart and soul of this show and will live on forever!

Thriller Live plays at the Waterside until Saturday 11th June, with performances on:
 

Wed 08 Jun 2011
7:30pm
Thu 09 Jun 2011
7:30pm 
Fri 10 Jun 2011
5:00pm 
Fri 10 Jun 2011
8:30pm 
Sat 11 Jun 2011
4:00pm 
Sat 11 Jun 2011
8:00pm

Tickets from £24.50 available online www.ambassadortickets.com/aylesbury or call 0844 871 7665.

For further tour dates visit www.thrillerlive.com

Reviewed by:
Yvonne Delahaye on
6th June 2011