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I went to see lee mead for my birthday in July, it was fantastic now I want to be in the show. After the show that night I had a dream that I got to met lee mead and even work with him on stage.

IT WAS THE BEST SHOW I'VE EVER SEEN IN MY LIFE!!!!!! Lauren (colchester)

I have seen this fantastic show with Lee and the current cast several times. I had another visit to the show on 15th July. I cannot believe how the cast have gone from strength to strength and how the show has developed so much within the year. Lee is a fantastic Joseph, he's really made the role his own and he has such a fabulous voice. He is also a great actor and interprets the songs beautifully. Dean Collinson as Pharaoh is also magnificent. Jenna Lee-James has a very powerful voice. The whole cast are stars and make the show so perfect and exciting the audience never want it to finish. Thanks to all the cast for such a fantastic night!!!
Chrissi, Southampton.

A full house and a standing ovation ended a truly spectacular show at the evening performance of Joseph on Tuesday 15th July 2008. Our family supported Lee all through the BBC Any Dream Will Do and we were not disappointed having waited so long to finally see the show.Congratulations to all the cast and crew it was fun, colourful,vibrant and energetic. My son Matthew,nine years, loved it and my seven year old Alice was able to follow the story really well too! This trip to London was a special treat as we live in Portsmouth,Hants and this fabulous production of Joseph completed a truly memorable day for us all. Thank you.
Julie

I thought the show was amazing all the characters played great parts.

Lee was a really good Joseph, even though i wanted Keith to win I certainly wasn't disappointed with Lee as a Joseph when i went to see the show.

The were two things I was disappointed about, one of these things not the shows or the casts fault. I missed the first half which was really annoying since it was the third night of the show (20th July 2007 ) and my birthday present/party, also the day when all the trains got stuck due to strong winds and lots of rain :( The other disappointment was the Narrator - Preeya Kalidas. Her voice wasn't strong or powerful enough to run through a West End Theatre which is what you want from a West End show, you want the rush of adrenalin sparking through you, which she certainly didn't deliver that. Which was a huge disappointment because that's what i always get when i see a musical like "Lord of the Rings" or "Joseph" or "Billy Elliot" because they're my life and passion. Though it didn't matter to much because Lee sure made up for it and I think now you've re-casted her to a much stronger singer :D

Will come again but have seen Touring Joseph, Lord of the Rings and Billy Elliot all in the space of about 3-4 weeks so I'm going to wait a little while :P

With Love,

Lotte Hargrave X

What a fantastic night out me and my partner went to see this Amazing show on the 16th June . We are both still sining the songs, we are now treatin my brother to tickets for christmas as i know he will deffently enjoy the production as there is so much going on. The main reason we went was to see Lea but the rest of the cast are fantastic, the people cast to paly the brothers are great.
Claire Lunt

Since I saw Lee Mead on Dutch Television I called my best friend and said that we need to see the show in the uk, his charismatic looks just stunned me. And close every door te me touched me deep in my heart, this man is Joseph with all his heart. July 5 th I woke up in the morning knowing that we should see Joseph that day, it was AMAZING! His voice is so beautiful, and he is so cute and lovely! For sure I will come back to see Joseph (with Lee). The cast enjoyed the play and were all excellent and lovely! Great, young and energetic show! I really don’t understand why there is no cd with Lee as Joseph, I would love to have it :) I will be back to see the show again.
Julia from Amsterdam

We went to see Joseph on 8th July with tickets bought for us as a present. It was well worth the wait! Lee is absolutely brilliant.I didn't want the show to end! Have seen Joseph 3 times now (with Stephen Gately and Craig Chalmers) and they don't come close to this. Would love to go again
Sue (Warrington)

Evening Thurs 3rd July

The show was fantastic, Lee and the whole cast were superb.

Im not sure if it was Fiona that acted as narrator that night but she was excellent as well, which i think was the biggest surprise, as we all know Lee is super talented from tv already

Keep up the great work every1, very entertaining, the best nite at any theatre we've had in many years!!
J- Ireland

its AMAZING!!!!!! In the the school play i was the butler it was great
claudia harris

I have never written a review in my life (never felt inclined), however having seen Joseph on Saturday 5 July courtesy of tickets for my birthday from a good friend, I now have to say that along with all the other reviews i have read on the website, this show is outstanding. I have to admit my main incentive was to see Lee Mead, however, having seen the show all of the cast are amazing and there is so much to keep you entertained the show flashes by. Will be singing for weeks and will definately try to go again.
Debbie (Greenford)

I have been lucky enough to see this production of Joseph and His Amazing Technicoloured Dream Coat a few times since the beginning of the run way back last July. I have sat in each price band of seats and even taken the restricted view seats when they are available as they offer excellent value for money.



Lee is magnificent in a role that I am now convinced ALW and Time Rice wrote for him. Lee just keeps getting better and he is breathtakingly beautiful, you just cannot take your eyes off him and vocally he is brilliant with a voice that is just like velvet, so smooth and rich. I find myself grinning from ear to ear like a cheshire cat from the minute Lee descends from behind the white curtain to the minute he does his final curtain call.



Of course there wouldn't be a show without the brothers and wives, narrator and Pharaoh. My favourite narrator is Fiona, vocally not as strong as Jenna, but her interaction with the cast and Lee is stronger, this is of course only my opinion, others that will see or have seen the show I am sure will disagree with me, but for me Fiona is vocally much softer in the role whereas Jenna is a real 'powerhouse' vocally but I do feel sometimes that she over sings Lee.



The brothers are all magnificent and you actually don't see the 'join' from the old cast that left on 7th June to the new ones that have replaced them. I love the little bits that are 'off mike' that you can hear if you sit towards the front of the stage and the interaction the brothers have with the front few rows of the stalls almost makes you feel as if they are on stage for you only.



Pharaoh whips the audience up into a frenzy, he roles his hips and is very sexy and powerful on stage and he does a great job of being 'the king'. The chemistry between him and Joseph is very evident and the comic elements and timing during the first part of the 2nd half of the show is superb.



Stephen Tate as Jacob and Photipher shows just what a great musical theatre star he actually is, you couldn't get two more diverse roles in one show and he plays both of these to perfection. His portrayal of Potipher is camp and funny, whereas when he plays Jacob you genuinely feel his dispare at loosing his favourite son and at the end of the show when Jacob and Joseph are re-united there is always a tear in my eye, so strong and believable is his performance.



The wives very rarely get mentioned when people praise this show - so I would just like to say, all of them do a wonderful job, their singing and dancing and the amount of energy they have on stage in infectious, and when they come onto the stage at the end for the megamix, all natural, each one of them is beautiful.



One other quick thing, a big thank you to the Staff at the Adelphi Theatre, you too do a wonderful job which makes the whole experience that extra bit special and for those that have not yet seen this show but are reading this short review, can I just mention that on most nights about 15 mintues after the final curtain, Lee will come to the front of the theatre and sign your programme, tickets or pictures.
Anne Stern, London

Myself, my Daughter and Mom finally came to see Lee Mead in Joseph on 28th June and it was well worth the wait, that so much so we have booked to see the show again in December. I could'nt take my eyes of the stage, The whole of the cast we're brilliant. Lee was well worth all the phone votes we made, he definatly was the right man for Joseph. I too was dissapointed with the photo signing as people would not move once they had a signiture, but i did manage to take a photo.
Deb, Jodie & Ruth from Birmingham

FANTASTIC, FANTASTIC, FANTASTIC!!!!! Lee was absolutely superb in the leading role. I voted for him from day one on the tele, so it was great to go and see him in the flesh!!!! Everything was done to perfection and it was even better than when I saw it with Philip Schofield in (no offence Philip!!). What topped it all was the appearance outside afterwards, which I wasn't aware of until all the crowds were waiting. I actually got his autograph and shook his hand!!!! Well done, Lord Webber for putting the right person in the show for us to vote for!!!!
Amanda Jones, 35

OMG I was really lucky to go watch Joseph on the
matinee performane In London it was so good I was so happy to watch it after watching lee on and dream will do he was amazing And so was the other members of the cast!

OOFT as me and my friends say We think lee is good lucking and is the Best Joseph ever ! You should keep lee for ever and the rest of the cast I would love to come and watch the show again it was AMAZING
Emily Aged 13

Oh My God
This is the best musical in the world n lee mead makes the best Joseph!!
I saw it on the 1st of July and would love to see it again
The songs are so catchy I am still singing them now at school with my friends
This is such a good show I wish I could see it again someone would be out there mind to give you A bad review
From Emily

My family and I came to see Joseph on Saturday 28th Junes' matinee performance and thought it was mind-blowing!! Lee was fantastic (especially when had little clothing on!) and so were all the actors and choir. The performance was so good even my Dad joined in clapping in time! We thoroughly enjoyed the show and hope to see it again!
Rachael Welch, age 14

We went to the evening show on 18th June 2008. Our opinion? Lee........FANTASTIC FANTASTIC FANTASTIC
The show as a whole.......FANTASTIC FANTASTIC FANTASTIC
Lee, you were destined to play Joseph, long may you continue, hope you will be touring at some point in your career. The cast in its entirety were absolutely brilliant. This show wasn't just about Lee but everyone. so much going on throughout we were dizzy trying to keep up with it all. The end was fantastic when Lee was lifted high above the auditorium, which was just one more WOW for me. Everyone was rocking in the aisles as they say. The best way to describe the experience is to go and see the show. We would like to hope a DVD with Lee as Joseph will be released in the not too distant future for all to enjoy forever. We are still reeling from seeing such a fantastic show. Hoping to go again.
Mo & Richard Lincolnshire

Review of Joseph - 18/06/08 (eve)
I was privileged to see the show on the evening of the 18th June 2008. Fantastic show, great songs (all of which I know by heart) and an enthusiastic and talented ensemble. But OMG - Lee Mead!!! From the happy, bouncy, boy Joseph through the despair of CED and becoming a man as Pharaoh's no.2 to the heartrendingly beautiful re-union with his father that had me unashamedly sobbing, he never put a foot wrong. He was innocent, funny, naive, broken, masterful and loving and has a voice that seemed to melt the bones in my body. I'll definitely be booking more tickets and recommending the experience to all my friends. It's just a crying shame that his (IMO) definitive portrayal has/will not be captured for us all to enjoy in years to come. Others may have played Joseph but for ~2hrs Lee Mead IS Joseph, from the bottom of his bare feet to the top of his curlicious head.
Karen Higgins, Bracknell

Saturday 7th Evening.

I woke up at 8:00, the latest that I had ever woken up on a "Lee Day" because our flight was at half one in the afternoon instead of six in the morning. This was because, for the first time, we were going to an evening performance. This made me way more tense because we didn't have as much time to get from Stansted airport to the theatre as we usually did. It was while we were driving into Dublin airport that disaster struck. We had a nail in our tyre. I nearly had a fit. We had to catch our flight! Thankfully it didn't take that long to put on the spare and we were soon in the airport. When we got there we found out that our flight was delayed until ten past two. I nearly cried. It seemed like everything was trying to stop us getting to the Adelphi.

When we finally got off the plane I relaxed a bit, but my relaxation was short lived. Instead of getting the Stansted Express as we usually did, this time we were renting a car. When we went down to the place where you collected the keys, we were told that our car wasn't ready yet. The man at the desk told us that it would be there in a few minutes. Forty minutes passed when, (at last!) our car came. We drove to our hotel, checked in and then we got back in our car to find a tube station. It took longer than we expected but at long last we found not only a tube station but one that was on the Piccadilly line as well! We got on the tube and I began to relax again.

When we got to Covent Garden we had something to eat and then headed towards the theatre. I bought my Joseph merchandise and then we took our seats. We were much closer to the stage than we had been before.

The children and Jenna sang their bit and then Lee descended from the clouds! We all clapped and cheered madly and all of the tension from earlier vanished. The first act ran perfectly with everyone giving it 110%. "Go, go, go Joseph" seems to get more and more brilliant every time. After the interval, Jenna sang "The Pharaoh's Story" unbelievably well and then the Pharaoh came on. You'd think with this being my third time seeing the show that I'd be sick of the Elvis jokes, but they get better every time! Everything ran perfectly until, during "King of My Heart", the Pharaoh dropped his microphone just as he was hitting one of his big notes! He carried on and made a joke out of it later when he went to sing into his empty hand! The brothers were giving it their all and we all clapped and cheered for them (at Judah's request!) during their big note in "Those Canaan Days".

Lee was amazing throughout the whole show (of course!). He sang "Close Every Door" brilliantly twice and for the first time we were able to see him when he rose above the audience (thanks to our good seats). It was great! At the end we gave them a standing ovation. Jacob made the announcement that nine members of the cast were leaving and we clapped for them too. After the show I got a place up at the front and my little brother and I waited excitedly. Lee came out and signed our tickets and he shook my brother's hand! I was on cloud nine! We have one more trip planned in October but I hope that we can go maybe one more time after that!!!!! GO, GO, GO JOSEPH!!!!!!!!!!
From Dearbhla (Age 13, County Wicklow, Ireland)

Friday 6th June 08
My daughter, Bryony and I came to London for the weekend to see the show as an after exam treat. We had excellent seats 3rd row stalls. The show was everything and more we thought it would be. What a wonderful narrator, cast and leading man and the children's choir was a delight! We were spellbound from beginning to end. The costumes were fabulous. We first saw Joseph in Aberdeen several years ago and thought it wonderful then. Perfect performance well done and thank you.
Lesley Moss, Alnwick Northumberland.

Had To send this e-mail as what a fantastic night we had on the 22nd of May 08 ( LEE was BRILLIANT good luck in all you do ) what a night KEPT SINGING THE SONGS ALL THE WAY BACK HOME well worth travelling from the North East of England must go again
Maz

My mum, sister and myself went to watch Joseph Friday 23.5.08 In the words of John Barrowman it was FANTASTIC, FANTASTIC, FANTASTIC! 100% performance by all the cast. We also had the good fortune of running into Lee outside a sandwich shop on the strand so that was a bonus (and he was gorgeous). We enjoyed the show so much we are doing it again in November. If you haven't seen the show already, it's a must!!!!
Jayne, Stockport

I went to see Joseph on the Wednesday matinee 28th May 2008. I was bowled over. Lee was, of course, amazing, but it's unfair really to single anyone out. The whole company was superb, not forgetting the crew, orchestra, and front of house staff, all of whom contributed to a very slick performance. My hands hurt from clapping at the end of the show. I was in tears all the way through Close Every Door, and one of my favourite bits was where Lee came up on the hydraulic lift and rose to the level of the balconies at the end of the show. Phew!

However, I was especially impressed by the Narrator - Fiona Reyes. I thought she was fantastic. And I'm really glad to see that she will be performing two shows a week soon. A lady to watch for in the future I believe.
Nicola & Mark Stephens, Ashby-de-lz-Zouch, Leics

Having read the already published reviews I wonder if mine will be printed!

Congratulations Lee - a good performance and the after show autograph session was much appreciated. The narrator role was superbly played and sung.

Sadly the staging/sets, Elvis as Pharoh, the wobbly sheep, and restricted view from seats D 30,31,32 [I estimate I lost around a third of the stage] did little to endear me to the show. As a 14th birthday treat for my daughter, shared with her 78 year old grandmother On 28 May 2008 we were all somewhat disappointed.
Marilyn, Manchester

Saw the show for the fifth time on Sat 24th May. Hadn't intended to write a review this time as I didn't think I could have anything else to say but I just have to keep telling the world what a fantastic production this is! Lee has got better every time I have seen him. Thought he was brilliant when I first saw him last July but somehow he manages to get better each time. There were a couple of cast changes this time. Paul Basleigh played Pharaoh and I have to admit to being a little disappointed that Dean Collinson wasn't there. But Paul made the part his own and had the audience captivated. John Alastair gave both an incredibly moving and amusing performance as Jacob and there was a special interaction between him, Joseph and the brothers that I hadn't seen before. Jenna has an amazing stage presence and incredible voice and is a brilliant narrator. Can't say much about the brothers except "brilliant". The only thing that spoiled the show for me this time was the constant whispering from an American family behind me which ruined Close Every Door. What made matters worse was when the father then insisted I sat down while I was dancing away to the megamix. Why wasn't the whole audience up on it's feet is what I want to know! Thanks again to the whole cast and production team. A fantastic afternoon's entertainment and my son and I will be returning to London from West Wales in August. I'll miss Lee as he has a well deserved break, but the show is so good it won't matter who plays any of the lead parts.
Jenny, Pembrokeshire

Went to Adelphi on the 23 March - The whole cast was SUPERB. Never seen anything so good, and yes while Lee Mead was great,Elvis and the narrator where fantastic, good can she sing. If you haven't been to see this, it is a must and I will be going back to watch again.
Stu, Shrewsbury

went to see Lewis Bradley in the matinee performance on 10th May and all I have is one word AMAZING. The performance was great and I hugely recommend it. All the actors are really good and I was in hysterics by the pharaoh. I was close to tears when I saw Lewis performing Close Every Door To Me he has come on so much.

This was the first time as seeing him as Joseph and was a bit wary about the whole thing but I soon settled in when it came to Any Dream Will Do. I personally think that he has great stage presence and an AMAZING Voice.

All in all I would love to see Lewis again and I hope he has many plans for the future in West End.

Lucy, Staffordshire

Took Mim for her 40th birthday 14th May matinee. Front row centre Dress Circle seats were superb. Whole cast was terrific, each performer held the stage. Lee was on form but so was Elvis! who had me giggling away (I am 52). Show was funny, colourful and geared for adults as well as children. So much happening on the stage I need to go again to see what I missed.
Gill, Sheffield

I went to see the Wednesday Matinee 14/5/08, I was curious to see how it would go and eager to see Lee as, like many I had voted for him in the B.B.C programme. I was in the stalls and had a good seat, but I feel anywhere would have been okay. The show was really great and did not let us down, Everyone was good,it was really uplifting and I would certainly recommend it to anyone waniting a light hearted play and a really good leading man. Lee was great, Dean Colinson and the narrator who held her own and indeed all the cast gave 100% .
Miss Moss from Leicester.

13th May evening
My long awaited return to the show.
This will be the 3rd time I have been to See the show.
Like a good wine it has matured. I did not think it could get any better but it has.
It is fantastic. It was the first time I have seen Jenna I was very impressed by her performance I loved the way she interacted with the children and the cast loved her voice and facial expressions, very different from Praya who was also brilliant when I saw her. I loved the children and the wives as well as Jacob.The brothers were absolutely perfect and I must mention especially Nathaniel who was amazing in his Judah role yesterday .Dean was his usual brilliant self.And then Lee, what can one say he is just sublime oh so touching and funny when it is called for, his CED is heart wrenching as well as the scene with his father reunited. The meggamix I think was the best so far my hands are still sore from the clapping. I love the subtle changes that appears in the show or incidentals
To me the alas it all ended too soon, cannot wait for my next viewing in October.
I have returned to Cornwall once more on cloud nine batteries all recharged.
Thank you cast thank you wonderful Lee.
Thank you Lee for signing the photo I brought when he came out to the public. Still ever so curtious what a star ! What a show ! one has to see it to believe it, a highly recommended evening or afternoon treat.
Chantale St John Rosse

Sat 10th May Matinee
The trip to London for the show was my Aunt’s xmas present and we had a truly magical time, Lewis Bradley was our Joseph and we felt extremely privileged to attend one of his limited performances, he was just amazing in the role, gave it his all and looked like he was savoring every moment of the whole show even waving to the audience right until the last second when final curtain dropped…… I don’t think he wanted the show to end any more than we did! The whole cast were superb, such energy you would think it was the first time they had ever performed it. I saw Joseph back when Jason Donovan was in it, I loved it then and I love it now. There is so much to watch I think I might just have to see it again….
Thank you for a wonderful show, great cast, amazing Joseph (well done Lewis), we had a very memorable day and that was thanks to everyone involved in the production of ‘Joseph’.
Lisa (Devon)

We went to see Joseph on Saturday 10th May ..we wanted to see Lewis Bradley again as Joseph having already seen him in January and March ...as this was his last scheduled performance at this time we wanted to make the most of it and show him as much support as possible so we booked for both the matinee and evening performances
Lewis is an amazing Joseph ..acting and singing his way through a brilliant matinee show
The evening show was something different somehow the emotion of it being Lewis' last scheduled performance made for an amazing performance that ended in a standing ovation that seemed to go on forever ..his Close Every Door at the end brought a tear to many eyes
well done to all the cast and especially Lewis for a brilliant day ...I can only finish by saying Lewis has got an exciting future ahead of him
Judy ...Exmouth

Went to see Lewis Bradley as Joseph on 10th May evening performance. Lewis was superb in the role as Joseph, he had great stage presence and his voice was fantastic. I loved every minute of the show, it has left me with a true feel good factor.
Elizabeth, Isle of Man

9th May 2008
I went to see Lewis play Joseph for the first time on Friday 9th May at The Adelphi Theatre in London and thought he was amazing. The tickets were part of a birthday present for me and I must say they were worth the wait.
He's so gorgeous and has an amazing voice, he does an extremely good job of playing the leading role.
I was so chuffed with all of the cast as they made the show very amusing and they all have really strong voice's, especially Jenna Lee-James (The Narrator).
If I had the chance I would go and see it every week. You can never get bored of watching it.
Although I didn't get the chance to meet Lewis face-to-face I would definitely go and see him play Joseph again.
Thanks to the whole team for putting on such a fantastic performance.
Lucinda - Buckinghamshire

My daughter and I hae been to see Joseph twice (so far!!) on March 10th and May 8th. On both occasions we were thoroughly and brilliantly entertained by Lewis Bradley and Jenna Lee-James and the rest of the Joseph cast, including the wonderful children. We found the show had humour and also 'lump in the throat' sad moments. Jenna has a wonderful voice as the narrator and Lewis did a marvellous job, especially with 'Any Dream Will Do' and 'Close Every Door', which was definately a lump in the throat moment! After the second show I was a little sad to think that I may not see Lewis as Joseph again. If he does continue as Joseph I will definately be buying tickets to see him, if not my daughter and I look forward to seeing him in other shows, as we are sure he has a very bright future. As we don't like to leave any Josephs out we also have tickets to see Lee Mead as Joseph later this year and can't wait to come again, although I'm very sorry we'll be missing Jenna as she's not performing that day.
Please give our thanks for two wonderful evenings to all those who gave us such a wonderful time, including the theatre staff, ushers,shop and bar staff who were all welcoming, friendly and polite and set the scene for a relaxing atmosphere!
Jane & Jo, Hampshire

Thursday 8 May 2008
Just had to put a comment on the sight about this fantastic show. As a surprise my son bought us tickets to see the show whilst Lewis was playing the lead – I wanted him to win Any Dream Will Do (sorry Lee) and although my birthdays’ not until the 18th May we went last Thursday. What an excellent two hours – a really feel good show. The whole cast is just so friendly towards each other as well as the audience, it really made us buzz. I have known the songs since I was at junior school (and thats quite a few years now)but until now had never really known the actual story of the musical – but it was great, funny, lively, colourful and totally professional. I was walking around the next day still smiling.
Well done Lewis, you were brilliant as Joseph and you did us all proud. If I get the chance I’d come and see it all over again. Excellent. Thanks for an absolutely fantastic evening. You certainly made my birthday one to remember.
Trudi and Thomas Shury

Went to see Joseph for the 2nd time yesterday 30th April 08. The show is fantastic, especially Lee, he's amazing to watch and so natural as Joseph he is so talented and gorgeous. When he sings 'Close Every Door' I get goose-pimples. My mum and Dad bought my ticket for my 40th birthday, because I kept on going on and on about how fab the show & Lee are. We travelled from Swansea and back on the same day, because I had been before I knew Lee handed out signed photos after the show. So when the performance finished I ran down the stairs from the up. circle to get in the queue and was so pleased when I got down stairs because I was one of the first in the queue. We stood there for ages waiting for the foyer to clear, but there were a lot of schools there, I had the biggest smile on my face thinking this is going to complete my birthday pressie and had my camera ready to take Lee's photo. Then just before he came out they let all the children out, pushed us to the side and we didn't get a look in, between all the kids, teachers and mothers we didn't have a chance. Talk about disappointed, I was so gutted. It's not something we can do every week travelling all the way to London from Swansea because of the ticket and train fare, and the security on the door saw we had been standing there waiting patiently, they could have let us get just one photo that's all I wanted. Apart from that go and see the show if you can you'll love it, I would go every week if I could.
Maria, Swansea

April 25th 2008
This show was hilarious, emotional and packed with striking tunes all the way through. From the first note hit by Fiona Reyes (Narrator at certain points) I was hooked. I have always loved the musical and have been singing it since 1992 - when I was 4. However, hearing this version brought tears to my eyes. It was truely phenomenal - Lee's (he who is generally beautiful...) strong masculine voice supported by Fiona's flutey vocals was inspiring. I would now like to hear it with Jenna Lee-James to see the difference!!
Pharoh was great, an added area of comedy - with 'King of my Heart' as an added bonus to the audience. The dancers were immense, I was writhing with jelousy in in the way which Potifer's wife danced. It was magnificent.
All in all: Sincerely a brilliant performance and a fabulous 21st present. Thank you.
Laura Piekos

I took my daughter to see Joseph on April 24th 2008. She had never been to the theatre and was very excited. She was not disappointed with what she saw. Lee was amazing as usual, (this is my second visit) and although I was disappointed in not seeing Priya again I was impressed with the narrators performance. Dean was once again astounding and amusing. I can’t wait to see it all again in the summer. We were also lucky enough to meet Lee after the show and get him to sign his CD for us. What an experience.
Thank you
Andrea Davies

Wednesday 23 April 2008
Like many 'Joseph' fans' I have watched and performed this musical since its early days but this version of the show has to be the best.
Because I raved about Lee during the 'anything will do' show our sons bought my husband and I premium tickets for a Christmas present and they were worth every penny, it was great to be able to see the faces of the cast members, who were all brilliant.
We met and spoke to many visitors from Europe who had come just to see the show as well as a couple who were from Perth, Australia but the best review was from the 80 year old ladies who had seen the matinee show and couldn't stop talking about it during their evening meal in a local restaurant, telling us what to expect and who to look out for (the little fat guy was their favourite!)
If I had the time I would book for a further show and will definitely look out for Lee in future shows.
Congratulations to all who put on such an amazing performance.
Ken & Pauline Walker

We were lucky enough to see Joseph again at 23rd April matinee. My husband had seen the show previously on Opening Night and thoroughly enjoyed it then, but was even more impressed with the whole production, having recently seen some other somewhat disappointing musicals.
Sitting in the stalls, we were able to see the wonderfully expressive performances. The whole cast is a joy to watch and of an exceptionally high standard, but Lee Mead is sensational and hard as it is to believe, continues to outdo his own previous performances.Considering that this was a matinee, how on earth can he deliver such an outstanding vocal in the afternoon and again in the evening!
What a wonderful star has been discovered - please ensure that he has further roles to demonstrate his versatility. This show never grows weary or tired and neither do we while we can watch it!
Vicki & Geoff Stone, West Midlands

23rd April 2008
I loved Joseph and I saw it last night. It was amazing and I voted for lee mead for the any dream will do. I would go back again and again if I could!!!! The WHOLE cast and lee made it a great night and I will remember it for the rest of my life.
Thanks for the show it was amazing and I will go back again and thank yo lee for the autograph!!
Jenny Grice - Swindon, Wiltshire

I saw the show on the 17th April and WOW !!! It was amazing and I have to see it again !!!!! Lee Mead was excellent and the Joseph Mega-Mix was the highlight ( but the whole show was incredible ! ) I loved every second and i can't wait to see it again (if my parentd will let me). Lee was incredible and when he sung 'Close Every Door' it was off the scale. I also thought that the new song 'King of My Heart' was super. To sum it all up THE SHOW IS A MUST SEE AND I THINK THAT THE WHOLE CAST IS AMAZING AND HAVE EXCELLENT VOICES !! If you want a fun, awsume show that has humor and an excellent cast then this is the show to see !!!!!!!! Thank you for an amazing show
Nicky Cook - Ringmer, Sussex

April 16th 2008
I tought Joseph was the best show ever i went with my dancing school and we all though lee mead was brilliant actor for the role of joseph. My grandma has been to see it 10 times (i think) and thought Lee was the best she'd seen. It was the first time i saw it at first i didn't think i would like it as it was all singing but when i got there i was
having an exellent time.
Abby

Oh my days this show is amazin!!!I absolutely loved it-my parents paid for me and a friend to go see it for my birthday, we went on tuesday 15th of april to see it and it was the best birthday present ever. I definately reccommend it for all ages and even if you don't usually like shows you'll love this one. I thought it would be really really religious because it's a bible story but it's not, it's just fantastic. A MUST SEE!! and Lee Mead is such a good singer and an amazing joseph! I'm definately going back to see this again. I'm addicted to this show now!
Luke

Tuesday 15th april
This was not my first visit to see the show and it will not be my last.
Joseph has always been my favourite musical .
Its so good to see this amazingly talented cast perform.
They all give a hundred percent every performance from the smallest child to the leading man Lee Mead who makes such a believable Joseph.He is a great actor has an awesome voice and seems to be having such a good time.
Such a fun show I come out smiling and singing the songs in my head.
Thanks Guys.
Patricia

I went with my reluctant husband to see Joseph on April 12th. We travelled from south Wales And it was worth it. Lee was wonderful as Joseph and I am glad I voted for him, but the rest of the cast we equally good. This is a brilliant show and I would recommend it to anyone. Even the reluctant husband enjoyed himself so it must have been good. Thanks to all the cast for a great show but to Lee especially for putting an a brilliant performance, to see him still loving every minute of the show made it even more special.
Sian, Caerphilly

WOW….Travelled down from Fife, Scotland with my family to see Joseph on Thursday 10th April. My wife, daughter and granddaughter had all voted for Lee and had been looking forward to seeing the show for several months.
It was well worth the wait as the show rocked from the moment Jenna Lee-James, what a voice and talent, walked onto the stage until the finale. Lee was just as we expected, close every door was even better than any dream and the lift which brought him out over the stalls was totally unexpected. My granddaughter and grandson, who are not known for sitting down, were enthralled and never took their eyes off the stage.
The brothers and wives were fantastic and made me tired just watching them. Where do they get all that energy?
I was a little disappointed afterwards when Lee came out front as my granddaughter was dying to see him but she was stuck at the back on my shoulders. I thought some of the older fans would let her get to the front but no such luck. She was given one of his signed photos by a young Chinese girl who was in front of us and to her I give a very big thank you.
It was our first visit to London and the West End and due to the distance and time I do not know when we will return. Maybe when Lee takes the lead in another show.
John, Fife

Eloise

I was very lucky to watch the matinee on Sat the 5th of April. I was in London for an expo and when it finished early I decided to try my luck and queue up for a return. My patience was more than rewarded when I got a ticket in the Stalls. I just couldn't believe it! The whole cast was amazing, Lee, well what can I say, he's worth his weight in gold. His talent, amazing vocals and i'll try not to mention the loincloth. The narrator was amazing and the childrens' choir, very well behaved. The show is trully a masterpiece. Now i understand why people go to watch the show again, I did try for another return on Wed but there were a few people ahead of me. I have now booked proper tickets for next month and hopefully another one in October. Last time I left early and I missed out on Lee signing the autographs, hopefully next time. If you only do 1 show every year, this is the one to watch!
Mary, Luton

I was lucky enough to see Joseph for the fourth time at the matinee performance on 5th April. I love the show and every time I see it, it just gets better and better. This was no exception. Lee’s opening number was accompanied by a minor problem with the dry ice machine and at one point we could hardly see either him or the children. The children were 100 per cent professional in spite of much giggling from the audience. Lee’s comical gestures made for a very relaxed atmosphere right from the start.
As usual, the whole cast were brilliant. It is easy to single out the more significant roles such as Joseph, Pharaoh, Narrator, but everyone on stage, without exception, is amazing. The ability of these performers, their energy and enthusiasm is so apparent and infectious you can’t help but leave the theatre on an incredible “high”.
My seven year old son adores the show and in his opinion Jenna is the “best Narrator ever” - and we have now seen 4 different performers in the part.
Many thanks once again to the whole Company. We will be back again in the summer – just can’t keep away!
Jenny, Pembrokeshire

I just wanted to say how fantastic the show was! I came with my mom Thursday 3 April and we were so impressed with the whole production. We were proud to say we voted for Lee and think he did an amazing job- he suits the role perfectly. We're so glad he won and wish him every success. In fact the entire cast were brilliant, the colourful costumes and set really did the music justice- we were singing along throughout! I was so excited the entire time it was on and will be booking to come again without a doubt!
5* production, worth every penny. Thank you for such a great night.
Louise and Annette, Walsall

Wednesday 2nd April
After a very long awaited 6 months since booking tickets to see Joseph (counting down lots of "sleeps to go"), myself, husband and 2 young daughters travelled from Perth, Scotland to see the show. The 3 females in our house are HUGE LEE FANS, so the excitement was unbelievable. My youngest (5 yrs) calls it "The Lee Show". We were so worried that Lee would be ill and not performing, but our prayers were answered and at last we saw him in the flesh! (and very nice it is too!!) We had a great view from the 5th row of the stalls and the look on my daughters faces when Lee came on stage was priceless. His voice is so enchanting and powerful. The show and the whole cast were amazing, THE BEST evening we have ever experienced. We just couldn't take the smile off our faces! (and still can't!). The narrator was played by Fiona Reyes, who was simply fantastic. Her voice is beautiful. We were lucky to see Lee outside afterwards, my oldest got his autograph and my youngest was the luckiest of all and got a kiss! This is what life is all about - fantastic experiences that you never forget!
Karen, Perth, Scotland

Wednesday April, 2nd
I got the tickets for Joseph for Christmas and so me and my family went to London for three days. The show was just beyond words completely. I hadn’t known what to expect, I’d wanted it to be a surprise. When Lee came on at the beginning I screamed and cried because I couldn’t believe it was real, Lee Mead was actually there! Lee was brilliant and perfect for the part of Joseph. I loved every single second of it. The whole cast had a wonderful energy! At the end, I didn’t see a single person sat down. It was a full standing ovation! At the end of the show, we rushed out to stand at the front doors to see Lee and hopefully get his autograph. We were stood at the very front and when Lee came out, I somehow managed to get his autograph on my programme. And the first thing that came out of my mouth was, I love you! He grinned at me! Well done Lee you deserve it!
Emily, Leigh, Lancashire

hi my husband and i came to see joseph April 2nd 2008 matinee show and we loved it, we were on row a and this was so fantastic, each and every single person on stage was truly fantastic, they all put 100% in we have the dvd and cd at home and every day they are played, our 3 children to love joseph so we now are looking for tickets to bring them to see the show my 6 year old son knows neally every word to every song, watch out lee mead lol,
s pope

went to see Joseph on the 1st of April I am 17 years old and from Derbyshire and traveled all the way to London to see this. I thought it was absolutely amazing Lee Mead makes that show!! I thought his voice was so amazing and strong. I loved every minute of it and I was gutted after it had finished . I could sit and watch it over and over lol, it is definitely worth seeing and it was the best experience I have had!!!!
Katy x

Tuesday April 1st
Having voted for Lee Mead the whole way through the tv series I am a huge fan! My friend took me to see the production last night and I have to agree with all the other ...er... enthusiastic women in the crowd he was gorgeous. Not just his singing but his acting was amazing too. In the scene where he is imprisoned I almost cried wanting to grab his hand and tell him everything was alright. Oh and the the other actors were good, but not like good old Joe.
After the performance I rushed to the front of the theatre where Lee Mead signs autographs. I have booked my tickets for three more performances!. Thankyou!
Sophie, Reading

Having followed and voted (numerous times) for Lee through his "Any dream will do" journey I was lucky enough to get tickets to Joseph for the matinee on 3rd November 07 I brought my mum along. It was our first West End musical and we were not disappointed it was amazing!!!! It made me laugh it made me cry it was so engaging from the time the curtain went up right until the final curtain came down. We had 2nd row seats which just made the experience that much more. Everyone is so good Dean Collinson as the Pharaoh is hilarious, all the cast are so energetic as if they are doing the show for the first time not the hundredth or so time. Lee is amazing he is so believable from his portrayal as the young boy through to the Egyptian prince. His voice is even better live than when we heard it on TV and when he sings close every door it sends shivers down my spine. We saw Fiona Reyes as the narrator and she was v v good. After we saw the show mum and I booked again for the matinee on 29th March 08 and the show was just as amazing as the first time we saw it. I saw things that I had missed first time which just added to the whole experience. The children are so good and really professional. This time the narrator was Jenna and she is also v v good. I can see why people keep coming back for more in fact I have just booked to see the show again in September but this time I've managed to persuade my husband to come with me it'll be his first musical I can't wait to come again. Joseph is a 5* show!
Eleanor Coventry

Saturday 29th March, matinee
Joseph really is a feel good show, very fast moving, colourful and funny with tongue in cheek humour but with wonderful moments of intense pathos.
It is such on obviously strong close-knit cast that they all really deserve an individual mention but I have to say that Stephen Tate was brilliant - especially as Potiphar, and Dean Collinson was a wonderful Pharoah, a character which he plays to the nth degree! He certainly goes down a storm.
And then there's Lee! The wonderful Lee Mead.
It's amazing, after following and voting for Lee during the TV show Any Dream Will Do how proud I felt when Lee first appears and it is so good to hear the huge applause and cheers. He obviously gets such a buzz from playing this part which makes us, the audience, open to letting our hair down . He really brings to life the change in character, from annoying,spoilt youth, a prisoner without hope, and then powerful Prince of Egypt. I always felt that he had a wonderful voice full of emotion when hearing him on the television, but it is truly even better live in the theatre especially when singing Close Every Door. It was totally stunning as was the final Any Dream Will Do. I love that big finish! I am sure it is cliched but you really could hear a pin drop and I was sitting on the edge of my seat! He really is a Star and a strong leading man and lights up the stage. He deserves to go far as I think he has so much more to give.
Thank you to all concerned for a wonderful experience. The whole cast have such unbelievable energy.
Helen, Somerset

Saturday 29 March, matinee
Joseph is my all-time favourite show, I've seen it a number of times before, so was hoping that this time would live up to the others. I was not disappointed. The show has lost none of it's magic, and Lee was absolutely fantastic. The narrator was also amazing. 'Close Every Door' was spine-tingling! Our only disappointment was that there isn't a cast recording of this new show, I think that is a real shame.
Kate Waugh, Tamworth

Having seen Joseph years ago, I had very good memories of the show, and after backing Lee to win Any Dream Will Do, I managed to convince my boyfriend (who hates musicals!) to join me in travelling from Oxford to see Joseph on Thursday 27th March. I have seen many musicals, and this was by far the most fantastic and vibrant performance I have ever seen! I was unsure whether my boyfriend would enjoy it, but he absolutely loved it! He couldn't believe how funny it was, and he even asked me when we can book to go and see it again, he was singing the whole way home!
Jenna and Lee really were the stars of the show. I knew that Lee would deliver a wonderful and spine tingling performances (as he did), but I wasn't expecting so much of Jenna. She was unbelievably sensational, with one of the best voices I have heard for a long while!
Everyone in the show was cast superbly, and the effort and enthusiasm that every member put in was exceptional. I was amazed that the brothers and wifes played so many different parts, and that they had so much energy!
The children in the show were absolutely gorgeous, and all have big careers ahead of them!
I want to thank the whole cast, production crew, and everyone involved for making the night so special, and for turning my boyfriend into a musical fanatic!
Emily Chapman and Sean Cleaver, Oxford

We saw the show on Thursday 27th March. What an entrance! What a show! Fantastic, lively, colouful, thoroughly entertaining. Lee was a real star, perfect for the part. We loved it.
Glenda and Ann, Guildford

Being huge Joseph fans and having picked Lee out for Joseph from the first show of Any Dream Will Do, my Mum and I travelled from Peterborough to see Joseph on Thursday 20th March. What can I say, it was FANTASTIC.
Lee is truly brilliant, the power of his voice blows you away, his smile lights up an entire room, he is a true star. The entire cast were brilliant, the narrator had the most beautiful voice and played the part brilliantly and Dean Collinson made a fabulous Pharoah! BRILLIANT, BRILLIANT, BRILLIANT, wish I could go every night!
We love you Lee.
Sherrill & Sue, Peterborough

My family travelled from Leeds to see the show on Monday 5th March, 2008. Being the BIGGEST Lee Mead fans in the world, we were devasted to find out that he would not be performing that evening due to a throat infection :-( Having voted for Lee every week without fail on the BBC's "Any Dream Will Do" show and waiting all this time to see him perform in our favourite musical, this was a huge blow...
HOWEVER, the show was still spectacular and we were very, very impressed with Lewis Bradley who was awesome playing the part of Joseph!!! The cast were sensational, as were the sets and of course the wonderful music! We have rebooked to come back and see the show in October, hopefully this time we will get to see Lee perform as Joseph! Get well soon Lee!!!
Louise & Lauren, Leeds

MY sister and I travelled down to see Lee for the Wednesday 27th February matinee and having seen Lee perform way back in July 2007 (seems such a long time ago now), can honestly say that the excitement we felt this time was just as high! We were not disappointed one little bit (having voted for him all the way through ADWD). Lee's voice was still as good as it was the first time. Now we are not two young teenagers, but grown women, who still felt like teenagers at heart going to see this wonderful home grown talent perform. We would like to congratulate all the cast and crew for such a wonderful afternoons enjoyment and look forward to our return visit in September. Hopefully our hands will have recovered from all the applause that was given! A BRILLIANT day! And the best bit for us was getting to see him after the show and managing to get his autograph!
Adrienne, Northamptonshire. Carol, Berkshire

My 16 year old daughter, Michelle, and I travelled from Torquay to see Joseph last night, 22nd February. I had seen Joseph on tour in Torquay twice and we both have watched the video with Donny Osmond many times, but this was her 1st time of seeing Joseph on stage let alone in London. Even though she has seen productions in Torquay, she most definately was not prepared for what she saw last night! We were both totally blown away by the energy, professionalism and talent of all the cast. It is, without question, the best show I have ever seen and I know neither of us will ever forget it. Lee was superb and looked like he had been born for this role; his voice was amazing and send shivers up my spine when he sang 'Close every door', my daughter was spellbound throughout the whole thing! The whole evening was fantastic and my hands have only just recovered from all that clapping! Well done all of you, superb entertainment and if you haven't been to see the show, what are you waiting for....you are missing the best evening of your lives!!!!
Trish & Michelle, Torquay

22nd February
Well, after voting for Lee to win, and waiting for an eternity to get tickets, I finally saw Joseph on Friday night. We were worried that Lee wouldn’t be performing, but we were wrong! To cap it all, we had FRONT ROW SEATS! The view was unbelievable! I have never seen Joseph before, but would definitely say it was my favourite musical. Pharaoh was hilarious, the Narrator was great, the brothers were very entertaining and the children sang beautifully.
Lee – what a star! His singing, dancing and acting were superb. It was fantastic to see such a star achieving his potential on the big stage where he belongs! We also waited behind and got a signed photo.
I’m now trying to convince all my friends to come and see it – any excuse so I can see it again!
Laura Flint, Manchester

Thursday 21st February 2008
My husband took me to London as belated birthday/anniversary treat and we were lucky enough to get tickets for JOSEPH. I was thrilled to bits and having seen it before on tour I wondered if it was going to live up to my expectations. WELL IT DID. All the cast were wonderful and LEE MEAD is the best Joseph I have seen.
The whole theatre was clapping and cheering at the end and my only regret is that it went too quickly. Can`t wait to see it again.
Ann

We went to the matinee performance of Joseph on weds 13th feb,and thought the whole show was excellent! The cast performed with such enthusiasm despite having performing the same songs for over 6 months. Lee sang and smiled his way through the show as if he still couldn't quite believe his dream had come true, and to top the whole thing off, came out to sign autographs after the show. What a star, and a genuine nice guy. Thankyou to all involved, we had a brilliant time!
Jill

My family and I went to see Joseph on Tuesday 12th February and I can honestly say it was the best night of all of my 17 years of life! The show was absolutely amazing and well worth the travel down from Chester and the months of trying to persuade my mum that a trip down to London was just what we needed for February half-term! I had never seen a stage performance of Joseph before and especially since Lee Mead, who I had voted for throughout 'Any Dream Will Do', was filling the role I expected alot! Well my expectations were more than met, they were exceded- Lee Mead, fine figure of a man, was spectacular and so were the rest of the cast! We were all blown away by their performances- even my dad and that is an achievement! Joseph was the best stage production I have ever seen and I loved it so much, not only am I trying to see it a second time, I'm telling all of my friends to go and see it too!!
Kathryn, Chester

The Hart and Stanley family went to see Joseph on the 12th of February! Since Any Dream Will Do my cousins and I hoped and hoped we would be able to go and see this show and after ebing told by my parents "it's to expensive, if you want to go you have to pay for it!" As I am only 14 I didn't have enough money! My cousins and I were just about to give up hope when...our nan bought us tickets for our christmas presents! Overjoyed, I started counting down the days...
I have also seen this show many times at the Cliffs Pavilion in Southend, we go every year, so I had great expectations of the London version!
Lee and the rest of the cast definately where way and beyond these expectations! The show was AMAZING! I just only wish I could go again! Thanks to everyone for an amazing night! The show was so great the songs are still stuck in my head now!
Kirsty, South Woodham Ferrers

My mum and I went to see Joseph on Monday 11th Feb and we booked early and managed to get really good seats, we travelled all the way to London to watch it and were not disappointed! Lee Mead is sensational as Joseph as were the rest of the cast plus just the smile on his face at the end really showed how grateful and deserving he is to be on that stage! ABSOLUTELY MARVELLOUS!
grace, south manchester

The Mills family went to see Joseph on Monday 11th February 2008. We LOVED it! Lee Mead was a total star, after watching him in the TV show and voted for him too it was great to finally see him where he belongs, on the west end stage. The whole show was fantastic, so fast paced and exciting. Thankyou for a great memory .
Janey

I went to see Joseph on the 9th of February and it was absolutely fantastic! the whole cast were brilliant, i sat five rows from the front so had a fantastic view, i was entertained from beginning to end, would go again and again!!
What i found special was a little girl waving at Lee and he made the effort to wave back which i found lovely it must have made her year.
Well done to everyone in the show
Jayne Guy, Burton-on-Trent

February 8th 2008
Lee was amazing as we knew he would be. I saw Jason Donovan as Joseph when I was 16 and he was good, but Lee has the work ethic and talent of no other, he truely deserves to be on that stage and I was really touched by his ability to still say thankyou to the audience who helped him get there. Fantastic show and even my husband agreed with me (there's a first time for everything!) A true star of the stage!
Marie

On the 7th February 2008, I decided to do more than I would normally do on my Day Off, and luckily got one seat to see Joseph that night,
More importantly I was on row C in the stalls, right in the middle. Great Seat!
During the 90's I saw Joseph with Jason Donavon and Philip Schofield. I had also seen the show (Bill Kenwrights tour) on numerous occasions. Joseph has always been a fave musical of mine.
In 1995 I had a very bad car accident where I still have metal pins in my arm. I returned to work in Oxford and treated myself to seeing Joseph, which was on that Christmas. I love Joseph so much, I went to see it almost every day!!!
The 90's production was and is the best, the set, the choregraphy, everything is just fab.
Having wanted to play Joseph myself, I did audition, but obviously did not win.
Well, what can I say, when Lee was on the podium, coming down to the stage, the audience was cheering, me included. Having been my fave production, I felt that It would be no different to the Schofield / Donovan production. Well, its still as fresh and looks tweaked to perfection.
Jenna Lee James was fab, so was Stephen Tate, in fact they were all great.
One question though.
As an actor and singer myself, I do understand how "radio microphones" work.
But when Lee is in jail, and in front of Pharoah, I see no "leads" running down his back to the battery back? Is it in his wig? (so small!).
Well, I have more tickets booked for August 2008. Don’t know if I can wait that long tho....
GO GO JO!!!
JUSTIN-LEIGH, Oxford

Hi, I went to see the show on the 6th feb, what a show this is my forth time seeing this show but my first with my cousins son appearing in the choir, max Wilson, what a star, lee mead was great and the best one so far, being an essex girl who lives near lees home town I am very biaste, but was def the best to date.
Well done to all the cast members, its such a feel good show I cant wait to see it again xx
Carol, basildon essex

I went to see Joseph on Feb 5th with mixed feelings.
Having never been to a live show before I wasn't sure what to expect and was a little afraid that my enjoyment might have been spoiled by watching the DVD version so many times which I love and play whenever I need cheering up.
Joseph has always been my favourite and I felt that Donny Osman had performed so well in the role and the DVD included effects that surely couldn't be repeated on stage so I have to admit I was a little afraid of being disappointed despite being a huge fan of Lee; having voted for him throughout ADWD and even created a teddy bear version of him in mohair to auction for Children in Need.
But I needn't have worried since the show exceeded all expectations, provided many extras that were not on the DVD and the cast were all fabulous especially Dean Collinson who played 'Elvis' the pharaoh and Jenna Lee-James who had recently taken over in the role of narrator.
As for Lee in the role of Joseph what can I say but a truly magnificent performance from start to finish; where does he get all that exuberance from?
I cannot remember an evenings entertainment I have enjoyed more; I stood at the end of the show and clapped so much that my hands hurt - I am 57 years old and normally quite reserved but if I had known how to do a loud wolf whistle I would have done so instead I had to settle for a loud whoop; all I need now is for the really useful group to bring out a DVD or CD of this performance and I really will be in heaven.
As you may gather I was blown away by the show and getting to meet Lee beforehand to give him a bear I had created for him was the icing on the cake - what a treat and Lee is such a nice guy off stage that he made my evening exquisite !
Mr Lloyd-Webber, Lee and the cast of Joseph thank you I had a ball; if this is typical of a West End show I WILL BE BACK as I really did not know what I was missing.... I wonder if I can still get tickets to see Lewis when he takes a turn at the lead role.
Thank you for a wonderful evenings entertainment,
Rita Harwood

my daughter and i travelled from leeds to see the show on 2nd feb,after waiting 6months from booking tickets,she was really excited(she is 7yrs old).we had great seats and from start to finish were hypnotised by the atmosphere in the theatre.lee mead is an excellent joseph and is sure to be a star of the west end for many years to come.the whole cast work tremendously hard and we are still singing the songs around the house!we cant wait to see joseph again soon. nicola and lauren ,leeds

I was going to see "Joseph" at 3pm on 2nd February but I was worried. What if Lee wasn't going to be there? I woke up at quarter to four but stayed in bed until just about four o'clock because I was worrying. We got to Dublin airport, then got on our plane. It was supposed to take off at 6:30am but did not leave until about 6:55am. I was tense. Bad thoughts kept coming up in my head. What if Lee was sick??? We got to Liverpool Street Station; I worried. We got to Covent Garden (at long last!!!) and I continued to worry. At one o'clock we got lunch and that is when my nerves reached their climax. My dad, brother and sister went to see "The Lion King" leaving myself and my mum to wander around for a while. We went into the theatre at about 2:10 pm just to check the cast list. I held my breath as we came through the door. The moment of truth had arrived. I glanced up nervously and saw Joseph: Lee Mead. I breathed a huge sigh of relief and then we walked to Trafalgar Square and back again. We went back into the theatre and made our way up the stairs to buy my Joseph merchandise. Up we went to our seats and I stared anxiously at the chair on the stage, willing the lights to go down and the music to start! Finally my wish came true and out came the children's choir followed by the new narrator, Jenna. At long last the music for "Any Dream Will Do "started and Lee descended from the clouds. We cheered madly and Lee began to sing. The show had begun. Lee was magnificent and the narrator, Pharaoh and brothers were all on top form as well. I stood up and sang along to the whole Megamix cheering and clapping very loudly. Then the curtain came down and I was still clapping. It was a great afternoon and I finished up by getting Lee's autograph outside the theatre. Brilliant!!!!! I hope I get to see the show again before the end of it's run. "Go Go Go Joseph"!!!!
Dearbhla, Dublin.

Brilliant show, all the cast really good.
I went with my wife on the 02/02/08 at 19.30, having some trepidation about seeing a musical, I could not of been more wrong thoroughly enjoyed the show.
In fact I was mesmerised by the obvious hard work everyone put in, really entertaining from start to finish. The only problem now is I can't get the songs out of my head.
Well done! Best wishes to your continued success.
Philip Jaques

We went to see Joseph on the 31st January 2008 – Wow it was amazing, the whole cast was great and think Lee has an amazing voice couldn’t imagine anybody else as Joseph. When we came out I had already decided to go back for my birthday, roll on September.
Louise, Bournemouth

On the 29th of January the Thurlow family went out on a day trip to London.
We looked round Covent Garden and watched a man doing some dancing and spinning on his head and then we left Covent Garden and explored some more of London.
We found a pub where we could have some lunch and rest our feet. The man who brought our food said we would have to leave as I was a child but Mum told him I was 22 and he let us stay.
We looked in a shop then came out and then we walked passed some Theatres and explored some more of London. We then headed back to Covent Garden and went to a café and had something to eat and drink we then left the café and walked round the market. Mum bought me and my brother Sam a top we then left Covent Garden and headed off back into the city. We then went and had a look round the National Gallery and looked at some famous paintings. We then came out of the National Gallery and headed towards a big lovely looking water fountain and saw a man who did a pavement painting in Trafalgar Square and then shouted I did this wonderful painting and all he gave me was tuppence and we watched a boy catching a stick with fire at each end.
In the evening we went to see Joseph again. It was even better than the last time we saw it and I can't wait until June when we are going to see it again.
Kirsti Debenham

27th January 2008 matinee
Yesterday i saw Joseph but he was played by Lewis Bradley.The thing it self was FANTASTIC !!!!!!!!
but i think it would be better if Lewis Bradley was to play Joseph 24/7!!!!!
From Hannah Lacey a HUGE fan of Lewis Bradley!!!!!

I am still buzzing after seeing Lewis as Joseph last night (January 24th) in a truly breath-taking performance!
Having rooted for Lewis in 'Any Dream Will Do', it was almost surreal to see him performing the coveted role a mere six rows in front of us. Lewis looked the part, sang fantastically and seemed to revel in the humour of the production. My two daughters Lucy and Emily aged 6 and 9 were entranced throughout and joined in to give Lewis a well-deserved standing ovation at the end. Well-done to everyone for a splendid, inspired and truly original take on Joseph. We loved the casting of the brothers (all very funny, especially the eldest!), and the general humour in the show from the singing snake and the rainbow sheep to the hilarious Pharoah's butler and the OTT Pharoah-Elvis himself! The dancing and choreography was also top-notch, especially the bonus numbers at the end which had my youngest daughter dancing on her chair! One of the best shows I've seen in a long time and I am sorely tempted to see it again!
Miranda, Putney

I saw Joseph on 19th January with Lewis Bradley as Joseph.
I'd been looking forward to it ever since I booked my tickets, and Lewis certainly didn't disappoint!
He gave such a marvellous performance and it was one he can be sure to be proud of. The whole audience absolutely loved him.
Close Every Door was a definite highlight for me during the show. Lewis sang it with such emotion, I just knew that he could carry it off. The top note at the end was perfected with great ease too!
The whole show was just fantastic and when Lewis came out onto the stage at the end wearing the multicolored coat, a roar of applause and cheering filled the whole theatre, it was clear Lewis was a favourite with everyone there!
He was lovely at Stage Door after the show, such a genuinely nice guy.
My thanks to Lewis for making it a brilliant afternoon performance of Joseph!
Camilla, Kent.

I went to see the 19:30 performance on the 17th of January and Lewis was the lead. I thought that after seeing Joseph so many times with a few of the previous joseph's that I might have found it similar. However I seem to find that I just end up loving each performance more and more. I found that Lewis amazing in his portrayal. My mum and I are planning to see Joseph quite a few times and I find that I am still buzzing with excitement before and after the show. So much has changed but its slight, casual and humorous. I am trying to persuade my friends to come as well.
I also Voted for Lewis on 'Any Dream Will Do' but I had to battle my mum for the phone as she voted for Lee (we ended up taking turns with me hiding the phone though). Any way CONGRATULATIONS on a fantastic show.
Nicola, in London,

I have seen Joseph twice now, once with Lee Mead in August 2007, which was fabulous, and again on 15 January 2008 with Lewis Bradley. Lewis, you did a fantastic job and I enjoyed it equally as much as the performance with Lee back in August. I just wish I could see it once a month for the feel-good factor that remains with you long after the show has ended. Lewis' sense of fun came across very clearly to the audience and I spent the whole evening laughing. Well done!
Jillian

Saturday, 12th January
Joseph, was all of the reviews I've just read and then some! The cast was excellent, Preeya is beautiful with a voice to match and Lee the cherry on the top! My seven year old son and I watched "Any Dream Will Do" from week one and felt from that first week Lee would be the perfect Joseph. My husband bought myself, my mum and good friend tickets to see the performance on Saturday and my first experience of a west end show could not have been greater. Lee's passion for the role was evident throughout his performance and to come outside after the show to meet all the crazy people dying to snatch a glimpse, steal a kiss, or grab an autographed photo of the budding new star, proof the people's choice was the right one! I will treasure my signed programme forever and the fantastic photo my husband managed to take from the curbside! A huge thank you to everyone for the wonderful memories.
Karen, Wisbech, Cambs.

I was lucky enough to see the show for the third time on 12th Jan. I have now seen Lee twice and Lewis once as Joseph (in October when Lee was injured), and have seen three different narrators. I came last July primarily to see Lee, and I have a favourite narrator, but in reality it doesn't matter who is playing the lead roles as the whole show is just brilliant entertainment. The entire cast are fantastic, along with the music and the choreography. What really stands out is that everyone on stage seems to be enjoying themselves so much. The Brothers were funny, Pharaoh was brilliant and Jacob was both amusing and moving. My seven year old son, who has also seen the show 3 times, is an avid Lee Mead fan and this time we waited after the show to see if we could meet him. What a lovely guy. He seemed genuinely happy to be there, posed for photos and signed programmes, tickets etc. And what a fantastic role model for a 7 year old (who wants to be Joseph when he grows up!). Thank you to the whole Company for another fantastic afternoon in London. We will be traveling from West Wales again in the summer and already have tickets to see the show once more.
JENNY, Pembrokeshire

I was lucky enough to go with a friend from work to the evening performance of Joseph last Thursday 10 January. We had a wonderful time, Lee Mead was amazing and the whole cast seemed to be having a ball! We thought everyone gave 100% +.
From the moment I first saw Lee in Any Dream Will Do I nextdoor neighbours and I agreed that he would make a perfect Joseph - and he certainly lived up to and way beyond my expectations. I'm glad that my constant telephone votes (in a miniscule way) helped Lee to achieve his lifetime ambition to play the lead role. (We came out of the Theatre on an absolute high and I now want to bring my children as soon as possible to watch the show with me.
I would also mention that I saw Joseph some years ago at the New Theatre in Oxford when Philip Schofield played the lead role and although he too was good I didn't get goosebumps like I did when Lee started to sing!
GO GO GO JOSEPH!!
Angie, Oxfordshire

I loved the BBC series "Any dream will do" And watched and voted on every episode. Lee and Keith were my favorites all the way through and I knew I wanted Lee to win but I couln't help but love Keith aswell . As soon as the series finished my mum booked the whole family (6 people)tickets and on the 3rd of January we travelled to London from Oxfordshire to see it.
Iv'e seen Joseph before in Oxford with Stephen Gately in it and that was good but not half as good as the performance from Lee. I absolutly loved it and I don't think it could actually get any better, It was energetic all the way through I would of thought they would of been tired but f they were they didn't show it. It had me smilng all the way through it and the same goes for my family. I especially Loved the ending Mega-Mix bit
Afterwards I went outside and waited for him to come out so I could get his autograph. He came out and gave me (13) and my sister (15) a signed photo and signed our book thingy and poster. He also spoke to my little brother Charlie (10) who's disabled and was in his wheelchair it made his day. I wanted to thanks Lee for that and for a great show.
It really was amazing and I would recommend it to anybody.
Plus Lee is gorgeous .
Thanks for a great show!
Love Lucy Xx

 

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