Top Hat - MK Theatre
- leejamesscriven
- Sep 24
- 2 min read
Armed with some the greatest songs of all time, enchanting choreography and gorgeous costumes Top Hat is a thoroughly charming and nostalgic show.
With the arrival of the new stage version of famous 1930’s cinematic musical, MK Theatre proved class is timeless. Emotional, elegant and exhilarating – Top Hat is a wonderful romantic comedy full of brilliant dance routines, lavish sets and the most glamourous costumes.
The live band playing Irving Berlin’s irresistible score included many of the legendary Hollywood musical master’s most memorable songs: Cheek to Cheek, Let’s Face the Music and Dance, Top Hat White Tie and Tails and of course Puttin’ on the Ritz.
When Broadway star Jerry Travers arrives in London to open a new show, he crosses paths with model Dale Tremont, whose beauty sleep is rudely interrupted by Jerry tap dancing in the hotel suite above hers. Instantly smitten, Jerry vows to abandon his bachelor life to win her heart – but the path of true love never does run smooth. Especially since Dale has mistaken Jerry for his hapless producer Horace, who’s trying to avoid the wrath of his formidable wife Madge, and Dale’s own fiery Italian admirer is planning a trip to Venice for her to showcase his couture gowns.
The simple story line is easy to follow, and the show really comes alive when the characters collectively start dancing and provide the reason why so many people refer shows and films like this as the golden era of entertainment.
The brilliant stage set, lights, band and entire cast were a befitting tribute to the acclaimed brilliance of the original Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers exploits.
Proving, somewhat remarkably, ninety years on, Top Hat is still an unmissable show, so don’t miss it!
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