Britmania

[Lord Robert]

Oh I wish...

Anyway, the "Stairway to Heaven" sequence was very strong with some dynamic projections and lights, with good singing and some of the best choreography I've seen in a long time in the park. In fact, that was the moment I realized that the choreographer here is NOT the same one who did "London Rocks"; it's that obvious a difference.

 

[jornor]

 

[Lord Robert]

Oh, not to mention that the costumes were actually decent for a change, at least they fit with the show's concept and tone.

 

[VonDerrick]

To add just a few notes, the park did advertise the creative team as the same team that did American Jukebox, they were never really hidden unless you didn't catch the posts in this forum or hadn't seen their Instagram.

I am very aware of Matt Davenport Productions. Who would be the choreographer then.

No thoughts here on the choreographer. I was just making the note that they did say it was the same team from American Jukebox on their Instagram story which if you scroll back some or checkout the rumors you are likely to cross by posts mentioning it.

 

[super7]

This may be worth noting on the choreography. The male dancer with the long hair (he has it tied up for this show) was in Livewire at Hersheypark in 2015, which was also a Davenport production. That show also had some amazing choreography. In Britmania, he is the one performing the best choreography. Common link?

 

[CastleOSullivan]

I have seen some original cast members and writers of American Jukebox in Williamsburg at the park.

 

[Lord Robert]

Interview with Jennifer Thomas at the Globe Theater.

http://wtvr.com/2017/06/29/britmania-hits-the-stage-at-busch-gardens-williamsburg/

 

[Rhaw757]

I saw the 3:30 show today and, man, I liked it so much that I stayed in the park so that I could catch it again at 7:30. This is a good show, and not in the "Thank God this isn't London Rocks" kind of way, but in a "this is legitimately a really good show" kind of way. Extremely talented cast, very well-done choreography, great visuals, etc. It's so good that it I can almost forgive the park for London Rocks....almost.

As much as I love Celtic Fyre and don't mind seeing it multiple times per visit, I'm glad that I'll finally have a second good indoor show to enjoy while cooling off from the summer heat.

 

[boston191]

1pm show cancelled. Technical problems. IF your headed for the 3pm show you might show up a little earlier.

 

[BuschBaby]

Is there a song list? There were a few I did not know lol.

 

[Lord Robert]

Is there a song list? There were a few I did not know lol.

Here you go.

http://parkfans.net/thread-4867.html

 

[Bama]

I also have seen this show several times since it started, and yes I was there for the 1st show, and now its hard to chose between
Celtic Fyre and Britmania but with S.F. the only show to watch early in the season I think I burned myself out on it and now watch it only one time and Britmania at least 2 times if not more. I think this show will be a hit.....

 

[CastleOSullivan]

The lady in the "Hello" scene no longer starts the scene inside the telephone booth. Instead, she crosses from under the curtain on stage left and crosses over to the phone booth. Strangely, I heard a lot of people laughing at this. The change makes sense though because the phone is ringing at the start of the song, and the lighting in the phone booth isn't a flattering way to start a scene anyway.

 

[Rhaw757]

Saw the 7pm show tonight. Michael Creech from Celtic Fyre was one of the guitarists (the guy can really play) and he wasn't in it on my first two viewings on Thursday. The guy he was replacing was in the place of the main guy who wasn't there. Also, one of the dancers, the one who does the dancing part during Stairway To Heaven was absent and had a replacement (blonde dancer). That being said, I can't say whether or not the Thursday cast was the main cast or the Saturday day one was the main cast since I've only seen the show two different days, but the show was great both days. I will say though, it seemed like a couple of the microphones were too quiet on some of the cast.

Anyways, I'm really happy with this show. It has a great energy and the crowd seems to love it. All three shows I've seen have gotten a portion of the crowd giving it a standing ovation. I will note, my mom, step dad, and younger brother all saw it for the first time with me today. My step dad and mom were lukewarm on it. Both said it was definitely better than London Rocks but don't care to see it again. They're in their mid-40s and neither are into that type of music really. Myself though (25 years old) and my younger brother (11 years old) both really liked it. This is my kind of music though and my younger brother is practicing drums and plays percussion in his school band so he just likes music. Not sure if any of that is notable or not. I just feel that maybe this is the kind of show that some people will love and others won't care for depending on their musical preferences.

 

[Lord Robert]

I was at the 7:00 pm performance too and the "Celtic Fyre" cast were right in front of me where I sat. "Britmania" is a miracle to me and while the microphones were sometimes quiet and some cast members had alternates, it is still the strong solid show that I really admire and it will only go up from here.

 

[Rhaw757]

I was at the 7:00 pm performance too and the "Celtic Fyre" cast were right in front of me where I sat. "Britmania" is a miracle to me and while the microphones were sometimes quiet and some cast members had alternates, it is still the strong solid show that I really admire and it will only go up from here.

Agreed! I'm ecstatic that this show turned out so well. This will be another main season show along with Celtic Fyre that I can watch multiple times throughout the season and enjoy. Well done, Busch Gardens, you have another winner in my book!

 

[Lord Robert]

This year is probably the most strongest, solid show lineup I have seen in years. In fact, I feel that "OktoberZest" is the only dud; which is very refreshing in comparison to the He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named era.

 

[jpcommons]

I wish they would not rope off the back half of the theater. Makes no sense to leave it roped off after the show has started and then force the late people to walk in front of those that arrived early to get to seats.

 

[Alf33]

I seen the 4:30 show yesterday.  I have to agree that it's a real good show and it only needs a couple of tweaks here and there (slight adjustments to the song list) and it will be great and one that should last for years.  I enjoyed it and will see it again.  Here's some pictures from the show.

 

[Lord Robert]

Great pics!