Your Lie In April (West End) London Reviews and Tickets

91%

(344 Ratings)

Positive

95%

Mixed

Negative

Members say

Enchanting, Absorbing, Delightful, Entertaining, Great singing

About the Show

A piano prodigy overcomes his grief with help from a vibrant violinist's friendship.

Derived from the best-selling manga, tells the touching story of Kōsei Arima, a young piano prodigy who loses his ability to play music after his mother's death. His friendship with Kaori Miyazono, a spirited violinist, gradually helps him regain his passion for music and performing.

Led by the renowned composer Frank Wildhorn, known for his enchanting scores in "Jekyll & Hyde" and "Bonnie & Clyde," is sure to captivate audiences with its emotional depth and enchanting melodies.

This adaptation is inspired by "Your Lie in April," a manga by Naoshi Arakawa that has sold five million copies and is published by KODANSHA.

Show-Score Member Reviews (135)

90%

Absorbing, Ambitious, Delightful, Entertaining, Great Singing

See it if You like melodrama, great singing and musical performances. You appreciate heartfelt storyline.

Don't see it if You find issues around grief and loss difficult. You're not keen on musical performances.

100%

Absorbing, Great Singing, Profound, Resonant, Riveting

See it if Incredible performances and a deeply truthful and beautiful portayal of grief

Don't see it if Trigger warning: you will cry. Read more

90%

Absorbing, Beautiful, Clever, Heartwarming, Relatable

See it if You want a change from the standard Musical you see on the West End, and enjoy anything with warmth and pure talent

Don't see it if You don’t enjoy classical music or emotional theatre

75%

Delightful

See it if You like a good love story

Don't see it if You get mad that the lead was cast for something other than his singing ability in a musical

90%

Great Singing, Great Staging, Profound, Romantic

See it if you want a classic teenage romance mixed with classical music but also some great songs. Even if you don't know the original story.

Don't see it if you don't like emotional moments in a show. This one has a few scenes that caused some tears in the audience.

100%

Absorbing, Clever, Delightful, Enchanting, Entertaining

See it if You love the manga and anime

Don't see it if you don’t live new and upcoming shows

68%

Cliched, Delightful, Disappointing, Fluffy, Great Singing

See it if You like sweet ballads, and want to see a talented and diverse cast showcasing how talented they are. Or you're a fan of the source material

Don't see it if You want a well-told story rather than a highlights reel, or want any other kind of song BESIDES a sweet ballad sung facing the audience.