(Bill Kenwright Ltd Productions)
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| Mark Heenehan & Madalena Alberto |
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s hit musical Evita makes a welcome
return to Malvern Theatres this week, opening to a packed house. This pop/rock
opera is tells the story of Eva Peron, wife of former Argentine dictator Juan
Peron, who journeys from humble beginnings through to extraordinary wealth,
power and iconic status, which ultimately led her to be heralded as the
‘spiritual leader of the nation’ by the Argentine people.
Former Wet, Wet, Wet lead singer, Marti Pellow, clearly the
attraction for many audience members, warms into his narrative role of
revolutionary, Che, giving a confident performance. Mark Heenehan perfectly
reprises his role as Eva’s imposing husband. A wonderfully talented ensemble
cast, joined by local children and adults, slickly provide the multitude of
other characters, achieving seemingly impossible costume changes at times. Imogen
Sharp and Isabella Bangham (alternating performances) sing an enchanting solo,
as does Sarah McNicholas in her beautiful rendition of Another Suitcase In
Another Hall.
The true star of this show is the awesome, Madalena Alberto,
who gives, without doubt, the most authentic and captivating performance of Eva
Peron, ever! Her iconic address to the people of Argentina with the song Don’t
Cry For Me Argentina is utterly breathtaking with such truth in delivery that
it is impossible not to be swept up in the moment. Similarly with the emotive,
You Must Love Me. Stunning! Absolutely stunning!
Other great moments include Buenes Aires and The Money Keeps
Rolling In, which encapsulate the South American vibe, accompanied by the
amazing band, headed by Matthew Loughran.
If you already have tickets to see this show then you are in
for a treat! If you don’t have tickets, good luck in getting hold of some. Call
the box office now!
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