The Baker's Wife (Menier Chocolate Factory) London Reviews and Tickets | Show Score

90%

(82 Ratings)

Positive

96%

Mixed

4%

Negative

0%

Members say

Entertaining, Delightful, Enchanting, Absorbing, Clever

About the Show

New Baker & wife disrupt a French village in Schwartz & Stein's musical classic.

The quaint tranquility of a French village is disrupted when a new Baker and his youthful wife arrive, setting the stage for a tale woven with Schwartz's enchanting melodies. This revival promises to transport audiences into a world brimming with Gallic charm, a vibrant homage to the timeless allure of provincial life.

Under the direction of Gordon Greenberg, renowned for his previous work at the Chocolate Factory, this production breathes new life into a beloved classic, inviting theatergoers to embark on a journey of love, laughter, and irresistible melodies.

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Critic Reviews (10)

"An imperfect show arrives boasting a quasi-immersive charm"
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"The plot’s lightweight and the songs so-so, but...gets an undeniably spirited revival"
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“Perfect balance of rustic charm and sexual tension”
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"A luxurious cast but this ‘lost’ musical is basic and meandering"
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"...a gentle rural comedy suddenly acquires operatic intensity."
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"this charming slice-of-life musical serves up a detailed portrait of community"
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"This Stephen Schwartz curio comes to vivid life in a beautifully judged revival"
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This revival of The Baker's Wife is a delicious treat; sweet without being cloying.
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Creative team

Menier Chocolate Factory

Stephen Schwartz

Composer / Lyricist

Gordon Greenberg