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THE
STORY

Tina Turner Musical – West End

  • Theatre

    Aldwych Theatre

  • Duration

    165 minutes

  • Age Restrictions

    6+ years

If ever a pop star merited a jukebox musical, it is the extraordinary Tina Turner. In addition to a voice that could blow the roof of any theatre, the powerhouse pop star has a back story to match the strength of her back catalogue.

In Olivier Award-winning playwright Katori Hall’s hands, Tina: the Musical becomes much more than your standard story of pop stardom. She and director Phyllida Lloyd (‘Mamma Mia’) elevate it into a quasi pop-rock opera, aware that Turner’s life marries tragedy and triumph, all mapped against America’s history of racial division and discrimination.

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Born in Nutbush Tennessee under the name Anna Mae Bullock, she’s first seen unleashing an outrageous voice at the local community church to her mother Zelma’s embarrassment. Given her parents’ turbulent relationship – her mother leaves home with her sister Aline – Anna Mae is bought up by her grandmother Georgeanna and, as a teenager, set to work in the cotton fields.

On visiting her mother and sister in St Louis, she’s spotted at a nightclub by the rising singer songwriter Ike Turner, who chances to hand her the mic mid-song and, blown away by her belt voice, signs her up for his backing band and, in time, as his wife. Anna Mae Bullock becomes Tina Turner.

The story of their marriage is well-documented, rife with drug and domestic abuse, but onstage, it lands with horrible force – and Hall’s book gives Ike’s charisma as much room as his cruelty. It is only on breaking free from their relationship, physically and emotionally bruised, that she starts to take flight on her own path to stardom.

Even so, Tina’s blessed with a score to send audiences soaring. A show that starts with the infectious exuberance of ‘Nutbush City Limits’ builds into a toe-tapping, lust-busting medley over the first half as hit after hit tumbles off the stage: ‘River Deep Mountain High’ raises the tempo and the temperature before ‘Proud Mary’ all but raises the roof.

These are the sort of songs that make a star turn inevitable and Tina – currently played by Nkeki Obi-Melekwe – is the sort of part actors enter pacts with the devil for: a feisty woman with a ferocious talent, fighting for her life in every sense. Every moment she unleashes her voice catches the audience off-guard and, as the second half goes more serious and more strident, working through classics like ‘What’s Love Got to Do With It?’, ‘We Don’t Need Another Hero’ and, of course, ‘The Best’, Tina: Book your Tina Turner Musical Tickets today!.

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Tina the musical is showing at the Aldwych Theatre, 49 Aldwych, London WC2B 4DF.

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Good to Know

Strobe lighting is used several times during the performance.

Age Recommendation

For ages six and above.

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The use of camera and sound recording equipment is strictly prohibited.

Tina The Musical Reviews

5 star ratingOutstanding! Fantastisk musikal! Samtliga skådisar var toppen. Men skådespelerskan som spelar Tina är helt outstanding! Så lik Tina Turner i rörelsemönster och sättet att prata. Sångrösten ska vi inte pratat om,... read moreFantastisk musikal! Samtliga skådisar var toppen. Men skådespelerskan som spelar Tina är helt outstanding! Så lik Tina Turner i rörelsemönster och sättet att prata. Sångrösten ska vi inte pratat om, wow! Storyn var bra och lätt att hänga med i! Den var inte tråkig en sekund! read less
8/17/2023
5 star ratingOutstanding show Amazing show….. from start to finish it had you gripped. The girl who played Tina was outstanding. She sounded like her, had the moves and at the end of the... read moreAmazing show….. from start to finish it had you gripped. The girl who played Tina was outstanding. She sounded like her, had the moves and at the end of the show she did a mini Tina concert and it was like watching Tina herself. I’ve seen many shows in London and this is right up there with my favourite. Would definitely see again. read less
8/13/2023
5 star ratingIncredible - Simply The Best This was one of the best shows I've ever seen. The staging, lights and production are SO clever. I thought it would be a cliched chuck vague story around a... read moreThis was one of the best shows I've ever seen. The staging, lights and production are SO clever. I thought it would be a cliched chuck vague story around a load of Tina songs but it's so much more than that. The story is fascinating and the way the songs weave around it is genius. And I loved the slick way they turned the show into a concert for us at the end. Wonderful Obviously credit goes to the actor playing Tina - wow such talent! Incredible. I found myself emotional watching such all round talent. read less
8/13/2023
5 star ratingBOOK IT Booked tickets whilst on train to London for that afternoon saved twenty pound each sat in the dress circle row e fantastic views. The theatre isn’t too large. The show... read moreBooked tickets whilst on train to London for that afternoon saved twenty pound each sat in the dress circle row e fantastic views. The theatre isn’t too large. The show was incredible … the music the songs the dress etc all fantastic. I’m glad I got to see the show as it was much better than I imagined. Highly recommend it. read less
8/08/2023
5 star ratingAn Incredible Performance We have just experienced a singing and performing Force Of Nature in the the guise of Zara Macintosh as Tina Turner in the musical of the same name at the... read moreWe have just experienced a singing and performing Force Of Nature in the the guise of Zara Macintosh as Tina Turner in the musical of the same name at the Aldwych Theatre. Zara absolutely nailed the part in a performance that, at times, genuinely took the breath away. The rapturous ovation at the end indicated that we were not the only members of the audience who felt this way. Excellent singing by all cast members would have been worthy of great praise if they had been performing alone, but they were eclipsed by the power and energy of the main star. A thoroughly memorable afternoon. read less
8/08/2023
5 star ratingAAAAMAZING!!!! Husband bought us tickets for our wedding anniversary, and the show was amazing!!! The cast were all great and Tina can sing! A must see
8/07/2023
5 star ratingA must see musical about Tina Turners life. A brilliant, fantastic show. I went with my daughter and had alreadeay intended to spend a FULL day in London, which we did. I already knew a little about Tina... read moreA brilliant, fantastic show. I went with my daughter and had alreadeay intended to spend a FULL day in London, which we did. I already knew a little about Tina Turners upbringing and marriage to Ike, but after watching the musical there was a lot I didn't know. The story line with the various songs built in deserves 10/10 the choreography and delivery is fantasic, but with a tinge of sadness knowing she had just died a few days earlier. The atmosphere in the theatre was good, we had a good view from our £60 seats, drinks were expensive, but if your tight like me ( I took soft drinks and sweets in) There is a few swear in the story ( im not easy offended) and the finale about a good 10-15 mins were you see Tina in her highlight years is absolutly fantastic and you come out thinking wow, what have I just seen, felt and witnessed. It is not a CONCERT, I have read negative comments about being kicked out for singing or dancing ( there are posters/ notices WARNING you) and it rightly say you would SPOIL it for other peoples enjoyment. I will definitley see it again, and it makes you appreciate Tina (not that I have ever heard a bad word about her) even more. Her music will never die and this musical which got her blessing will make her live on. RIP Tina read less
8/07/2023
5 star ratingTina Turner’s life in the musical Went to see Tina a story of Tina Turner’s life a truly inspiring lady The show kept you hooked as she sang and danced her heart out in a way... read moreWent to see Tina a story of Tina Turner’s life a truly inspiring lady The show kept you hooked as she sang and danced her heart out in a way that only she could I went with my 24 year old daughter I think she’s now a Tina convert read less
8/06/2023
5 star ratingLast minute show booking Great show, brilliant music and acting. A bargain getting last minute tickets on the day for £25 each at the Aldwych theatre. A last minute choice to get out of... read moreGreat show, brilliant music and acting. A bargain getting last minute tickets on the day for £25 each at the Aldwych theatre. A last minute choice to get out of the rain, but was truly worth it. read less
8/05/2023
5 star ratingSimply the best Absolutely fantastic show the lead singer playing Tina was incredible you thought it was Tina it was simply the best show ever go & see it amazing
8/02/2023
5 star ratingAmazing!!! Best live performance we’ve ever seen. Energizing and fun. This play was the highlight of our trip to London. Loved every minute!
8/01/2023
5 star ratingAmazing - family loved it The show, the signing, the story, the lights, the sound, all fantastic. My family loved the show and I would go again.
7/28/2023
5 star ratingAmazing performance Emotional and powerful. Amazing performances from the cast. One of the best shows I’ve seen. The lead has Tina down to a T. Would recommend pre ordering drinks. The theatre... read moreEmotional and powerful. Amazing performances from the cast. One of the best shows I’ve seen. The lead has Tina down to a T. Would recommend pre ordering drinks. The theatre is lovely but a bit small and cramped. read less
7/27/2023
5 star ratingFantastic 2nd visit….still fantastic! Not to be missed….a must see show. Lead actress is terrific. The whole show is truly great.
7/25/2023
5 star ratingSpellbinding and Captivating This is truly one of best musicals I have seen, captivating, spellbinding, emotional, moments of laughter, fantastic choreography and the amazing music. I was fixated, the girl playing Tina was... read moreThis is truly one of best musicals I have seen, captivating, spellbinding, emotional, moments of laughter, fantastic choreography and the amazing music. I was fixated, the girl playing Tina was outstanding, just like Tina herself, the whole caste were outstanding. The story difficult and sad at times, told it just like Tina would have wanted it told. I’m definitely going again. read less
7/23/2023
5 star ratingAmazing What an amazing show and the girl playing Tina such a talent! The youngsters are amazing too No words can express how amazing the show is! One of the best... read moreWhat an amazing show and the girl playing Tina such a talent! The youngsters are amazing too No words can express how amazing the show is! One of the best stage shows we have seen read less
7/20/2023
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CAST
CREATIVE

Cast and Creative

Cast

Kristina Love – Tina Turner
Jammy Kasongo – Ike Turner
Garmon Rhys – Roger Davies
Joseph Richardson – Erwin Bach
Rhianne-Louise McCaulsky – Alline /Ikette
Joe Evans – Phil Spector
Alice Bailey Johnson – Rhonda
Chanel Haynes – Tina 2
Matt Mills – Richard Bullock
Posi Morakinyo – Raymond Hill
Irene Forrester –  Gran Georgeanna
Maria Omakinwa – Zelma
Daniella Bowen – Ensemble

Creative

Anthony Van Laast – Choreographer
Mark Thompson – Set & Costume Designer
Nicholas Skilbeck – Musical Supervisor
Bruno Poet – Lighting Designer
Nevin Steinberg – Sound Designer
Ethan Popp – Orchestrator
Jeff Suff – Projection Designer
Pippa Ailon – Casting
Natalie Gallacher – Casting
Toby Higgins – Musical Director
Joop Van Den Ende – Producer
Jennifer Tang – Resident Director

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