The Commitments Reviews

Ian West from Liverpool,

AWESOME

Had the pleasure of watching this show yesterday afternoon 22/4.... Absolutely fantastic from start to finish Everyone involved should be really proud of themselves.. Nice one to all the cast for an absolutely brilliant show Top class 👍

Jean Rawlinson from Rossendale

BEST SHOW I’VE SEEN IN YEARS!

A thoroughly enjoyable evening that was memorable for its music and energy! A great performance by all the cast and a ‘feel good’ factor that we all need just now! The cast put their all in and it showed! FANTASTIC!!!0

Michael Mchale from Wigan

WONDERFUL NIGHT AT THE OPERA HOUSE MANCHESTER

We received these tickets as a Christmas present back in 2020 & we finally got to see the show tonight. Yes it was well worth the wait. The cast are exceptional, they had the theatre rocking with all of our favourite songs. The quality of the acting & singing was outstanding & the musical arrangements superb. If you’re looking for brilliant night out look no further.

Sherry Formosa from Surrey

FAMILY NIGHT OUT

Mum & Dad (61 & 56), took 3 children & their husband/partners, plus a nephew and wife (ages ranging from 43 - 21). Everyone had a great night, the classic tunes struck a chord with all of us. Not many shows that everyone can go to and enjoy - but The Commitments ticked every box.

Yasmin Al-Sheklly from Manchester, England

A LIGHT-HEARTED MUSICAL WITH HITS THAT ARE FULL OF SOUL

What is the plot of The Commitments? Jimmy is no longer interested in his job at a sweet factory. As a result he decides to form a band to create music that is targeted at the working class people of Dublin. The band starts off with just two of his friends. This results in Jimmy holding a series of auditions in order to put a band together. This is where the Commitments are born. This production gives an insight into the highs and lows of the Commitments’ journey to success. This includes exams, religion, Eurovision, the possible split and the broken nose. What themes are explored in The Commitments? The themes that are explored in The Commitments are friendship, love, fame, success, jealousy, music, family and unity. Cast Ronnie Yorke was brilliant as Mickah. He had a great stage presence and was charismatic. His comedic timing was second to none. His attention to detail was spot on. Ben Morris was superb as Deco. His vocal range was flawless. He has bags of potential. He is a talent to watch. James Killeen plays the role of Jimmy with ease and gusto. His dry humour is what gives the show a realistic touch. His dreams of becoming famous with the band comes across brilliantly to the audience. We also see his softer side especially with his on screen dad (Nigel Pivaro). Nigel Pivaro as the dad was full of emotion. This is particularly the case when he shows appreciation for his son Jimmy and how proud he is of everything that he has achieved. They are a great partnership on stage and their chemistry is infectious to watch. Ciara Mackey, Sarah Gardiner and Eve Kitchingman were incredible as the backing singers. They were strong, feisty, and full of sass. They sang their hearts off and their harmonies were off the scale. Stuart Reid was full of charm and wit as Joey The Lips. He provides moments of light relief and he is a charmer yes being romantic with all 3 backing singers. He makes the role his own. This cast is a talented bunch who all have great chemistry with each other. Their work rate was amazing all together as a team regardless of how big or small their roles were. It was a credit to watch. Script The script is so relatable, funny and warm where you feel as if you are watching a couple of friends at the pub making fun of each other. There are great witty moments such as Deco sorting out his junk whilst standing there with nothing but his Y-fronts. Another moment is where he puts his finger around his belly button and then sniffing his finger. These are some of the moments in which the audience laughed out loud. Sets Tim Blazdell’s set design is a fascinating one. It is simple but effective. There are a number of doors on the lower level which show Jimmy and his dad’s living room with stairs that go to Jimmy’s bedroom. A change of lighting turns it into a club balcony. The multiple doors show a variety of different locations including Joey’s garage where the band rehearse, a bar and a butchers. The use of props added a magic touch to the production. This included the sweet factory canteen table and a butchers uniform. In addition having numerous locations simultaneously helped in speeding the pace of the show. Soundtrack What makes this production a hit is the soundtrack which is full of rock and roll in addition to soul. It is full of amazing songs sung by legends including the likes of Tina Turner, Stevie Wonder, Mick Jagger, Mack Rice, and Jimmy Ruffin. The highlights were Signed, Sealed and Delivered, I Heard It Through The Crapevine, Mustang Sally, I Can’t Get No Satisfaction, and River Deep Mountain High. They added energy and vitality to this production. The finale was a mini concert where you could sing, dance, clap, and wear your hair down to these amazing songs. This gave positive vibes meaning that you would leave the auditorium with a big smile on your face. If you love a show with a talented cast, a good story and showstopping hits then The Commitments is the show for you.

Raymond Duffy from Edinburgh,

DISAPPOINTING

Edinburgh, Monday 28th November. Really looking forward to this musical/concert but was a little underwhelmed. The great tunes were cut down versions and I’m convinced the musicians were nit playing live - indeed I’d bet my house on it. Wonderful singers, very lively but, for me, a weak and stuttering story.

Mary from Glasgow,

NOT AS GOOD AS ANTICIPATED

The start was too slow, and the storyline was a bit jumbled. Not enough songs from the sound track. The singing was great though!

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