81%
(40 Ratings)
Positive
88%
Mixed
7%
Negative
5%
Members say
Entertaining, Clever, Great singing, Absorbing, Intense

About the Show

A punk rock musical exploring the life, mind & alleged crimes of Lizzie Borden.

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Critic Reviews (7)

BroadwayWorld
November 2nd, 2023

“There’s a lot of potential for ‘Lizzie The Musical’ to be a major hit - its focus on true crime gives it a wide audience, while the sapphic romance puts a fresh spin on the story. The book and lyrics could do with some rewrites, the score with a little more variety, but there’s no denying that this production is an impressive feat.”
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The Stage (UK)
November 2nd, 2023

“Whelton’s production is a stylish and unquestionably bad-ass fusion of gig and musical. Musical director Honor Halford-MacLeod negotiates the uncompromising score to perfection, with a four-piece band veering confidently between the heady power ballads and full-on, soaring rock anthems that tell ‘Lizzie’s’ story.”
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WhatsOnStage
November 2nd, 2023

“It’s fun, frenetic, and stars four exceptional female talents at the top of their game.”
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The Guardian (UK)
November 3rd, 2023

"Come for a handful of blistering sequences, four superb voices and Andrew Exeter’s pleasing set design, which has numerous pairs of conspiratorial pigeons beadily eyeing the action."
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Lost in Theatreland (UK)
November 2nd, 2023

“There’s a lot to love here, it’s always great to see a queer story, a female-led show, and something different. The music is the highlight of the production, and the stellar cast is nothing short of exceptional. But there is some work to be done to ensure the story they wish to tell is clear, and for the show to have a cohesive feel, plus, it could be slightly darker and gritter.”
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Theatre Weekly (UK)
November 3rd, 2023

“Everything about ‘Lizzie’ was a dream, from the vocals to the acting to the simple yet effective set, the concert-style lighting, and, of course, the story itself...If you love true crime, strong women, rock and roll, musicals, love stories, and comedy, you’ll love ‘Lizzie’. How could you not? It’s a whacking good time.”
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Everything Theatre (UK)
November 4th, 2023

“ ‘LIZZIE’ has a fantastic cast with incredibly talented singers. Each gives a strong and impressive performance. The true crime musical is unique and absolutely captivating but could be even better with a few alterations. It’s a fun, killer night out where the energy is infectious and the atmosphere is electric.”
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