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Martin Guerre
Think you already know the story of Martin Guerre? Prepare to see it in a completely new light. Based on an extraordinary true story of forbidden love, deception, and passion put on trial, this acclaimed musical returns in a bold new version. Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Olivier Award-winning work has been reimagined for the London stage with brand-new music and lyrics, fresh folk-inspired orchestrations, and an exciting in-the-round production that brings audiences closer to the action than ever before.
From the creators of Les Misérables comes a preview season of semi-staged performances running for just five weeks. Directed by Matthew Warchus, this captivating new interpretation offers an exclusive first glimpse of a transformed Martin Guerre—familiar in name, but with an entirely new identity and theatrical vision.
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Intense Interpretation This is a re-working of the original story released years ago. The new version includes new lyrics and these were exceptionally integrated into the play. The mood is intense, and the smaller venue helps to present it in that way as it is performed in the round with a very close audience
Adrian, 03 Nov 2026
A fantastic adaptation Level of talent by the actors was outstanding. t matched my expectations as understood this had been adapated from previous version. Really suited to the venue
Lesley, 28 Oct 2026
Pleasant enough 90minutes Musicians excellent. Some glorious harmonies & some very good parts to individual solos. Seemed repetitive. Also had echoes of the familiar.
Anna, 27 Oct 2026
Musical surprise The story was unfamiliar to me but proved fairly easy to follow. As I prefer fact based material I found it very interesting,especially re the French social mores of the period.
Janice, 25 Oct 2026
A nice surprise All leads had amazing voices! I liked that it was quite different to usual shows. Not having a proper stage was interesting and worked.
Niamh, 24 Oct 2026
A powerful evening If you like your theatre with plenty of grit, this is a very good evening. I loved the intimate setting in the round. Some stellar singing. The story still has some weak spots but it’s still well worth seeing.
Richard, 19 Oct 2026
Just about okay Delighted when I saw the return of this show, a favourite of mine many years ago.
This updated version is lacking in character and plot....it feels rushed.
Great performances from some of the cast.
Shaun, 18 Oct 2026
