Treasure Island musical: A swashbuckling production that's shipshape and Bristol fashion. The 18th-century tale of Jim Hawkins, a young girl who dreams of following in her late father's footsteps and setting sail, has been reimagined with a modern twist. Adryne Caulder-James shines as the bright-eyed protagonist, bringing warmth to the role with her voice like "warm mist" that effortlessly belts out high notes.
Jayde Adams takes on multiple roles, including a castaway Benita Gunn, who befriends singing puppet coconuts in this inventive production. Her stage acting debut is nothing short of impressive. The creative choices are numerous and often laugh-out-loud funny, with director Paul Foster's production screaming to life. A lifesize puppet parrot, controlled by Adams, adds a playful touch.
The set, designed by Tom Rogers, is an enormous pirate ship that unfolds to reveal lower and upper decks, cascading ropes, and a ship's wheel. It's clear the crew drew inspiration from their hometown of Bristol, weaving near-constant references into the script for those in the know. The result feels like a proper local celebration.
This swashbuckling musical isn't just an entertaining romp – it also has a sense of nostalgia that will leave you with a warm, seasonal glow. It's all about embracing adventure and living life to the fullest, just like the city it pays homage to. Don't be surprised if you find yourself humming their catchy tunes long after the curtain falls.
The musical's swashbuckling spirit is infectious, making it a must-see for fans of the classic tale. Cleary's compositions with lyrics by Jake Brunger are nothing short of brilliant, performed by an athletic chorus of actor-musicians that bring soulful sea shanty-inspired melodies to life. Caulder-James and Adams deliver standout performances, rounding out this treasure trove of entertainment.
Overall, Treasure Island musical is a joyous celebration of adventure, friendship, and the power of storytelling. With its clever creative choices, catchy tunes, and talented cast, it's an unmissable production that will leave you grinning from ear to ear.
Jayde Adams takes on multiple roles, including a castaway Benita Gunn, who befriends singing puppet coconuts in this inventive production. Her stage acting debut is nothing short of impressive. The creative choices are numerous and often laugh-out-loud funny, with director Paul Foster's production screaming to life. A lifesize puppet parrot, controlled by Adams, adds a playful touch.
The set, designed by Tom Rogers, is an enormous pirate ship that unfolds to reveal lower and upper decks, cascading ropes, and a ship's wheel. It's clear the crew drew inspiration from their hometown of Bristol, weaving near-constant references into the script for those in the know. The result feels like a proper local celebration.
This swashbuckling musical isn't just an entertaining romp – it also has a sense of nostalgia that will leave you with a warm, seasonal glow. It's all about embracing adventure and living life to the fullest, just like the city it pays homage to. Don't be surprised if you find yourself humming their catchy tunes long after the curtain falls.
The musical's swashbuckling spirit is infectious, making it a must-see for fans of the classic tale. Cleary's compositions with lyrics by Jake Brunger are nothing short of brilliant, performed by an athletic chorus of actor-musicians that bring soulful sea shanty-inspired melodies to life. Caulder-James and Adams deliver standout performances, rounding out this treasure trove of entertainment.
Overall, Treasure Island musical is a joyous celebration of adventure, friendship, and the power of storytelling. With its clever creative choices, catchy tunes, and talented cast, it's an unmissable production that will leave you grinning from ear to ear.
just saw the most epic treasure island musical 
and i'm still reeling from the experience! the set was insane lol a giant pirate ship unfolded before my eyes 
and the puppet coconuts had me DYING 
jayde adams is a total rockstar in her debut role 
i loved how they wove in all those bristol references it felt like a proper celebration of the city 
can't wait to jam out to their catchy tunes after the show 
! The way they've mixed old and new is spot on - I mean, who doesn't love a good pirate tale? The set is massive and so detailed, you feel like you're right there on the high seas. And the cast, oh man, Adryne Caulder-James is just fantastic 
. The music's catchy as can be and the energy's electric... I'm definitely humming that 'sea shanty' stuff now 
. And what's with all these "shipshape and Bristol fashion" puns? Get it together, folks! But seriously, Adryne Caulder-James does sound like she brings a nice warmth to the role... still, can't get past that major plot point mix-up 
I just got back from the most amazing vacation in Hawaii 
and I'm totally obsessed with pineapple pizza now 
Who knew something so simple could be so life-changing? 
Anyway, have you ever tried putting bacon on your pizza? Game. Changer. 
. You know how Jim Hawkins just wants to follow his dreams and sail away? That's like us, right? We all got our own ships to chart and adventures to take. The thing is, life can get stuck in the doldrums sometimes 
, but this musical reminds us that we gotta stay curious, keep exploring, and trust ourselves. It's not just about the treasure at the end (although that pirate booty 
sounds pretty sweet!), it's about the journey, the friendships you make along the way, and finding your own 'warm mist' voice 
. Trust me, this musical'll leave u feeling all warm and fuzzy inside 
. I mean, a singing puppet coconut? Genius! 
But you know what's even more genius? The way this production is embracing Bristol's identity and putting its own spin on it 
. It's like the city is finally getting its due recognition on the world stage 
. The only question is, what's next? Will this production inspire other cities to find their own creative voice and celebrate their individuality? Only time will tell 
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I love how they've reimagined the classic tale with a modern twist and added some Bristol flair - that's so cool! 
. And can we talk about the puppet parrot?! 
. It's really clear that everyone involved in this production is passionate about it and it shows 
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[A picture of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson on a pirate ship with a huge smile] 
. And Jayde Adams is a total rockstar taking on multiple roles and totally killing it in every single one of them 
like, come on, oversized pirate ship set? It's either gonna be super cool or super cringeworthy 
and honestly I'm still trying to decide which one it is 
like, can't she just stick to one role? 
and Jayde Adams is SO talented as Benita Gunn 
and those catchy tunes are STUCK IN MY HEAD 
I've been humming the tunes nonstop since I saw the review and I'm definitely adding this show to my bucket list ASAP 