We’re all going on a Summer Holiday at the Crucible

With the UK being in the middle of a heatwave there was no better setting for opening night of Crucible’s summer hit.

Aboard a double decker bus, Don and his friends are on a fun-packed trip across Europe in search of a good time. En route, they meet a wannabe pop group Do Re Mi who have broken down in their Mini and they offer to help get them to their gig. However, nothing goes to plan and a pop star called Barbara runs away from her mother and stows away on the bus.

As with Cliff Richard’s film released in 1963, Summer Holiday boasts an infectious soundtrack that will have you tapping your feet and nodding your head along to every musical number.

A whole host of Sheffield references sprinkled throughout had the audiences chuckling. A special mention has to go to comedy duo Stella and Jerry played by Jane McCarry and Damian Humbley who added to the laughter.

Co-director of the production and Artistic Director of Sheffield Theatres, Elizabeth Newman explains why she loves the show: “I love the fact it’s a celebration of love, music and hope. It is about possibilities and adventures and, in the words of the screenwriters and musical adaptors, it has no cynicism in it. It is pure of heart and full of JOY!”

If you’re looking for an uplifting, feel good show for all the family, then look no further. Summer Holiday will have you leaving the theatre feeling happy, positive and a craving for some sand between your toes.

Summer Holiday runs at the Crucible until Saturday, July 18 and has been joined by a summer holiday beach on Tudor Square which is free for all to enjoy.

Tickets are available at sheffieldtheatres.co.uk.

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