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Burlesque review

“Noisy and fun”
ReviewsJul 23, 2025by Paul ValeSavoy Theatre, London
Todrick Hall, Orfeh, Jess Folley, George Maguire, Paul Jacob French and Asha Parker Wallace in Burlesque at the Savoy Theatre, London. Photo: Pamela Raith
Todrick Hall, Orfeh, Jess Folley, George Maguire, Paul Jacob French and Asha Parker Wallace in Burlesque at the Savoy Theatre, London. Photo: Pamela Raith
Messy, over-extended movie musical adaptation with star turns from Jess Folley and Orfeh

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