66%
(54 Ratings)
Positive
61%
Mixed
11%
Negative
28%
Members say
Enchanting, Entertaining, Confusing, Great singing, Clever

About the Show

Rufus Norris' musical reimagining of 'Sleeping Beauty' returns to the National Theatre for Christmas.

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Critic Reviews (11)

BroadwayWorld
December 7th, 2022

" 'Hex' is an enjoyable family show, but is frustratingly bogged down by certain elements to be a real success."
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London Theatre
December 9th, 2022

"For any fantasy and fairytale lovers, Hex is a welcome twist on the genre, giving us all permission to create worlds within our imaginations and find solace and sympathy in the most unexpected of places."
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WhatsOnStage
December 7th, 2022

"It's that humanity the show needs. It's full of effects and enchantment, but it is only when Bert and Rose are kept firmly in view that it truly finds the extra level it seeks."
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The London Evening Standard
December 8th, 2022

"Overall, though individual segments are presented with flair, it feels like 'Hex' is being made up as it goes along."
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Time Out London
December 7th, 2022

"This is an elaborate gingerbread castle of a show that's built on candyfloss-light foundations: lovely to look at, undeniably impressive, but doomed to collapse under the weight of its own overweening ambition."
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The Times (UK)
December 7th, 2022

"This was an evening full of breathtaking effects...it was as opulent as a jewel-box. Never mind that the gem that it held wasn’t quite as beguiling."
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The Guardian (UK)
December 7th, 2022

"A fabulous musical ... just a shame about the music. But there is so much originality, quirkiness and creative magic here that it puts us under its spell."
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All That Dazzles (UK)
December 7th, 2022

" 'Hex' never quite wakes up to have its happy ending. There is still plenty to enjoy in 'Hex' that makes a trip to see it worthwhile. It also seems to be a show that has split opinion with many in the audience falling under its spell."
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