Review by Paul Towers, 3/8/23
La Bamba by Paul Morrisey, additional lyrics by Ben Dermer
Directed by Ray Broderick
Produced by Paul Morrisey Ltd
At Curve til Saturday 5th August 2023
“filled with Latin American love”
Once again Curve has been chosen to kick off a national tour of a brand new show.
La Bamba is the latest jukebox musical to brighten up this dismal summer. Featuring a selection of Latin American hits this tells the story of 17 yr old Sofia (Ines Fernandez in her professional debut) whose love of music comes from her late father, Ricardo (Pasha Kovalev ex Strictly professional dancer) who is constantly looking over her shoulder to encourage her. Supported by her protective mother, Elena (Stefani Ariza in fine voice) and her best friend Mateao (The Wanted’s Siva Kaneswaren) Sofia heads off to the big bad world as a singer/songwriter.
A live band of five hidden away under the stage and a very talented ensemble of dancers/singers ensured the night was filled with Latin American love.
It was a shame that several of the key narrative points were sung in Spanish. It made it hard to follow the story.
A very vocal disruptive element at the back of the stalls spoilt the beginning of the show for everyone despite a pre show announcement asking for people to respect the artistes and audience members.
That said the cast got a well deserved standing ovation at the curtain call.
La Bamba continues to tour for the rest of the year and dates can be found at the usual ticket outlets
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