Disclaimer: We were given complimentary tickets to the show for this post. All words and opinions are my own and may not be copied without my permission.
With Half Term fast approaching I have the perfect offer for you for a truly memorable family day out in London. The Prince of Egypt Musical is a phenomenal show directed by Steven Schwartz, based on the award-winning Dreamworks Animation film, The Prince of Egypt.
Book ahead and save with the Prince of Egypt
This is a great promotion for families as it automatically applies a discount to each individual seat price. You will save £20 per ticket for Premium and Band A tickets, and £10 per ticket for Band B and C tickets.
Book ahead and save this half term: https://bit.ly/3urPvcC
Playing for a limited engagement until 8 January 2022, don’t miss this “truly phenomenal production” (BBC London).
The Story of The Prince of Egypt
The Prince of Egypt is the retelling of the Book of Exodus, the story of Moses and Rameses. Raised as brothers in a Kingdom of privilege until a secret is uncovered which changes everything. One brother must rule his Kingdom as Pharoah and the other must stand up and free his people. How will they each take on their new roles and what will their destiny hold?
Introduce your Kids to Theatre
A few years ago we introduced Lillie and Ollie to the theatre with a visit to see Wicked which they adored as much as I do. Today we introduced Albie to our love of the theatre with a family trip to London to see The Prince of Egypt Musical.
Lillie, Ollie and Albie have all watched the Dreamworks Animation at home so they were familiar with the story and Albie has been learning all about the History of Egypt at school so this was the perfect time to see the show.
Albie was blown away as we walked through the doors of the Dominion Theatre and was excited for this new experience to begin. Since we had arrived early I was able to take him to the front of the theatre to show him where the band are below the stage – he thought this was ‘so cool’.
Our Experience of The Prince of Egypt Musical
From the first crack of the whip as the slaves and guards move onto the stage, we were hooked. We loved the choreography by Sean Cheeseman, the way the dancers moved their bodies to become the water carrying baby Moses, chariots to carry the competitive brothers, the burning bush and the undulating hills of the desert. It was remarkable and one of the things the children have talked about the most.
Albie loved the way the set changed with the hieroglyphs and the statues projected onto the curtains in the wings, it was so simple yet so effective – he was a little unsure of the ring of fire and when Moses released the waves onto the Egyptian army but the rest of us were seriously impressed, it was quite the spectacle.
The relationship between the brothers Moses and Ramses, played by Luke Brady and Liam Tamne was believable and infectious. You couldn’t help but smile along as they playfully teased each other and likewise, felt the deep hurt and emotion when their lives pulled them in different directions.
Of course, we can’t talk about a musical without mentioning the outstanding voices of the cast. My personal favourites being Deliver Us with Young Miriam (Mia Lakha), Queen Tuya (Debbie Kurup) and Yocheved (Mercedesz Csampi), Footprints on the Sand by Moses (Luke Brady), Through Heaven’s Eyes by Jethro (Clive Rowe) and the Midianites and When You Believe with Tzipporah (Christina Allado) and Miriam (Alexia Khadime). To be honest, I don’t think there was one song that I didn’t enjoy.
Towards the end of the show, I found myself thinking “I am definitely coming to see this again”, so far this has only happened with a handful of shows for me: Wicked, Lion King, Les Miserables, Jersey Boys and the Phantom of the Opera so I was sad to remember that the show ends on 8th January 2022.
The Important Bits
Show: The Prince of Egypt
Theatre: The Dominion Theatre, 268-269 Tottenham Court Road, London. W1T 7AQ.
Nearest Tube Station: Tottenham Court Road
Book ahead and save this half term: https://bit.ly/3urPvcC
Theatre Accessibility: See website for details.
I have never been to see a show at a theatre, but I have to say, this show looks amazing! Looks like they do some pretty cool stunts too.
We haven’t been to the theatre in so long. My children have been asking to go so this would be ideal for them. It must be good if you want to go again!
I think this would be so great to see live!! I really enjoyed the movie.
That is so so cool!!! I love musicals and almost never miss one if I got a chance!!!
I saw the prince of Egypt a month or so ago and it was so good, the cast were so good x
This looks like such a fun performance! I would love to take my family and me to go see it!
Oh wow, I have been looking to see more live shows now that they are back! It’s a perfect time to pre-book.
What a great deal! We love visiting the theatre and this sounds like such a great show.
I’ve never been in a cheater show like this one, but I do hope I will be able to attend something like this soon. I know for sure my daughter would love it.
Thanks for sharing your experience with us.
My family adores the theatre, I can hardly believe we haven’t seen this show yet!