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Review of High Society: A Smooth Musical with Heavenly Songs

4 Haziran 2026The Guardian

The review of 'High Society' at the Barbican Theatre highlights the production's impeccable vocals and slick staging, which create dazzling set pieces. However, it critiques the show for lacking the emotional depth found in the original 1956 film.
The love triangle at the center of the story is described as mechanical, missing the human drama that could elevate the narrative.
This production is part of a series of Cole Porter musicals staged at the Barbican, following successful revivals of 'Anything Goes' and 'Kiss Me, Kate'. The adaptation draws from Philip Barry's play 'The Philadelphia Story' and the 1956 film, aiming to capture the charm of the original while presenting it in a cont…
While 'High Society' excels in musical execution and visual appeal, it ultimately falls short in character development and emotional engagement. The production's focus on spectacle over substance leaves it feeling hollow, as the audience is not drawn into the characters' desires and conflicts.

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