We Will Rock You: The Musical Hits London

We Will Rock You: The Musical is finally hitting the West End in London! Get all the info on the show, the cast, and how to get tickets here.

Introduction

We Will Rock You: The Musical is a musical based on the songs of British rock band Queen with a book by Ben Elton. The musical tells the story of a group of Bohemians who struggle to restore the free exchange of thought, fashion, and live music in a distant future where everyone dresses, thinks and acts the same. The musical includes such Queen hits as “We Are the Champions,” “Somebody to Love,” “Killer Queen,” “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “We Will Rock You,” and “ spread your wings.

The Plot

The musical is based on the album by British rock band Queen with a book by Ben Elton. The story takes place in a future world where globalization is complete and “rock” music is unknown. A group of youngsters, inspired by the legends of Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon, set out to revive the legend of rock music.

The Music

While the show has been criticized for its contrived plot and weak dialogue, it is the music that has kept audiences coming back for more. The score is comprised of 24 Queen songs, including “We Are the Champions”, “Somebody to Love”, “Bohemian Rhapsody”, and of course, “We Will Rock You”.

In addition to the well-known Queen hits, the musical features several lesser known tracks, such as ” Death on Two Legs”, “I’m in Love with My Car” and “Spread Your Wings”. These lesser known songs provide a welcome change of pace and help to keep the audience engaged.

While the music is undoubtedly the highlight of the show, it is not without its flaws. The arrangements are often overly busy and congested, which can make it difficult to appreciate the individual instruments. Additionally, the use of microphones means that some of the vocals are lost in the mix. Nevertheless, these are minor complaints when compared to the overall effect of the music.

The Characters

The Characters in We Will Rock You: The Musical are:

The Protagonist: Galileo Figaro – A teenage visionary who is afraid to rock. He is “special” and destined for greatness, but doesn’t know it yet. When he meets Scaramouche, his world is turned upside down and he starts to question everything he knows.

The Antagonist: Killer Queen – The evil ruler of the iPlanet. She is a control freak who wants everyone to conform and be like her. She will stop at nothing to achieve her goal of world domination.

The sidekicks: Scaramouche – A feisty female rebel who is unafraid to stand up to the Killer Queen. She is Galileo’s love interest and helps him find his true calling.
Buddy Holly – A guitar-playing hologram who helps Galileo develop his musical skills. He also has a romantic interest in Killer Queen, much to Scaramouche’s dismay.

The Reception

The musical we will rock you was received very well in London. The critics loved it and the audience was on their feet every night.

The Legacy

Since opening in 2002, We Will Rock You: The Musical has been a huge success, running for over 5,000 performances in 17 countries. The musical is based on the songs of British rock band Queen, and tells the story of a group of rebels who fight against an evil corporation that controls the world’s music.

We Will Rock You: The Musical has been praised for its high energy and spectacular staging, and has won numerous awards, including Best Musical at the 2003 Olivier Awards. The show continues to be hugely popular, with plans to mount a US touring production in 2019.

The Production

The brainchild of rock band Queen and acclaimed playwright Ben Elton, We Will Rock You: The Musical originally hit the London stage in 2002. The production was an instant success, winning multiple awards and cementing its place as one of the most popular musicals in London.

More than 15 years later, We Will Rock You: The Musical is still going strong, with regular sell-out performances at the Dominion Theatre. The musical is a celebration of Queen’s music, featuring some of the band’s most iconic hits including “Bohemian Rhapsody”, “We Are the Champions” and “Radio Ga Ga”.

We Will Rock You: The Musical tells the story of a group of rebel rockers who fight against an oppressive regime that has outlawed music. Led by the charismatic Galileo Figaro, the rebels must find their own voices and save rock music from disappearing forever.

With a score that features some of Queen’s greatest hits, We Will Rock You: The Musical is a must-see for any fan of the band.

The Set

We Will Rock You: The Musical is a musical based on the songs of British rock band Queen with a book by Ben Elton. The musical tells the story of a group of Bohemians who struggle to restore the free exchange of thought, fashion, and live music in a distant future where everyone dresses, thinks and acts alike. Under the tutelage of their teacher, the Bohemians fight against an evil Globalsoft company that controls everything, even the very thoughts of humankind.

The set for We Will Rock You: The Musical is designed by British artist Mark Fisher. It is meant to evoke both the 1970s glam rock era in which Queen became famous and a dystopian future in which originality and individuality are squelched. The set includes a large video wall that displays images and videos related to the plot as well as some ofQueen’s most iconic concert footage.

The Costumes

We Will Rock You: The Musical is based on the music of British rock group Queen, and follows two revolutionaries, Galileo Figaro and Scaramouche, as they attempt to save Rock from the Globalsoft company. The show features Queen hit songs such as “Bohemian Rhapsody”, “We Are the Champions”, “Somebody to Love”, and “Crazy Little Thing Called Love”.

The costumes for We Will Rock You: The Musical were designed by London-based fashion designer Zandra Rhodes. Rhodes is known for her work with punk rock singers, and was pivotal in developing the punk fashion aesthetic in Britain in the 1970s. For We Will Rock You: The Musical, Rhodes took inspiration from both Queen’s album covers and 1980s fashion. The result is a mash-up of looks that are both timeless and contemporary.

Rhodes’s designs have been met with critical acclaim. One reviewer described the costumes as “visually stunning” and “eclectic”, while another said they were “eye-popping” and helped to create an “immersive experience”.

The Conclusion

The last stop on our tour of We Will Rock You: the Musical is London. The musical has been touring the world since 2002 and has finally made its way to London, where it is sure to be a hit. We have loved following the musical on its journey and are excited to see what the future holds for it.