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Some Nights at The Choir of Man

  • bkatherinerose1
  • Mar 26
  • 3 min read

Updated: Mar 30

Date -12/03/2025

Theatre - Arts Theatre

Seat - Stalls K15

Stars - 3 2/3 but a 5 star night



Text on wooden background: "The Choir of Man." Lists roles and names like Bore - David Booth, Romantic - Jason Brock. Each with various titles.

Choir of Man isn't really a storyline show; it's more concert-based. It's all about community and friendships. This was shown even in the fanbase; by some walking "500 miles" to get "Welcome to the jungle" by the security that knows them. The show is set in the Jungle, a pub that survived lockdown. Costumes were all everyday clothes, just like you're nipping down to the pub to feel even more of a community. No one was dressed up for a night out, just some friends singing in the pub.


The performers were strong, the harmonies were "a teenage dream", holding the notes and keeping the harmonies while having fun on stage and interacting with the audience. This is a fully immersive experience. It's very much a choir concert, getting the audience involved, and you can go up on stage to buy a pint before the show starts.The sets were all very much a working pub on stage. The beer tap was functioning, and the details of bottles on the alcohol wall gave some colour to the set.


The cast were well bonded, working with each other to help each cast member stand out. but "Sombody to love" for me was George; his tap dance was a mess but also so choreographed. To me, it represented how his mind had too much going on, but he was in a safe environment and let it all out. Another part that really stood out was Ollie, especially his high notes, which were well maintained throughout. When the scene changed, they had an instrument playing for you to focus on, so it wasn't awkward silence, which worked very well.

The image captures a live performance of The Choir of Man, set in a lively pub atmosphere. A group of men stands at the front of the stage, arms raised in a celebratory curtain call. The backdrop features colorful lights, framed pictures, and a sign listing drinks like "WHISKEY" and "FINE ALES." Musicians play in the background, enhancing the show's live music energy. The audience's silhouettes frame the bottom, emphasizing the immersive experience. The performers' mix of casual and semi-formal attire reflects the show's diverse and vibrant characters.

This is a show you go to, just be part of a community and of course to "1,2,3 drink", to be in the company of friends, even if they are strangers. The show was explaining emotions through the songs and expressing their worries but without overthinking what was happening.

The poet's poems helped bring the story along, to help you understand the regular clan, from the rhyming words to the world behind closed doors, you really understand the deep connection the Jungle has and the "escape" it "stands for"

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This is a show you see with your friends when wanting a good time, to forget what you have to do for work and just have 90 minutes of pure fun music with the cast and the incredible band.​ It's not a 5 star show but it's a 5 star night out.




The image captures a scene from The Choir of Man, set in a cozy pub atmosphere. Two performers are at the center: one sits on a barstool, wearing a white t-shirt, engaged in conversation, while the other, in a red plaid shirt, stands holding a guitar and looking intensely at his companion. They each have a pint of beer on the table. The background features colorful, vintage-style wallpaper and framed pictures, enhancing the pub setting. Audience silhouettes frame the bottom, emphasizing the intimate, immersive feel of the performance.

The nearest tube station is Leicester Square, which isn’t step-free. Your closest tube station that is step-free is Tottenham Court Road. The box office has a level entrance, but there is no lift to the stalls or circle. The circle has 8 steps, compared to the 18 steps to get to the stalls. The unisex bathroom is accessible on the ground floor.

At this current time, the Arts Theatre does not have any devices for hearing impairments. A few of the rows have extra legroom for people who need it, and the ushers will assist if needed.

They do not have any sensory accommodations but were willing to help move me if the show was too loud from the seat I had booked. (ACCESS)


The image captures an interactive moment from The Choir of Man, set in a vibrant pub atmosphere. Audience members are on stage, mingling with the cast as they chat and hold drinks. A stained-glass-style bar backdrop displays drink categories like "WHISKEY," "GIN," and "FINE ALES," adding to the pub setting. Musicians are elevated in the background, playing instruments. In the foreground, audience silhouettes, including a raised hand and a person holding a cup, emphasize engagement. One cast member in a white t-shirt appears to be in a serious conversation with another in a light-colored shirt, adding drama to the scene.

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