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Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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459 of 493(93%)customers would recommend this to a friend.
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Out of this world,war of the worlds!
Aberdeen Exhibition Centre @
- Aberdeen @
- Wed 10 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: Shannon Noll's dark and brooding performance as Parson Nathaniel was mesmerising! @
Posted 14/07/2009
by bergjagger
Location: Aberdeen
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An unforgettable visual extraveganza.Huge Martian fighting machines on stage brought dramatically to life,dominating and totally intimidating the audience with light beams fired from it's glowing eyes. My senses were overloaded by surprise pyrotechnics and the incredible visual scenes on stage brought to life by a highly talented cast and group of musicians. The music was first class, so good to see such a large orchestra faithfully performing the original score along side the more contemporary rock section. The mixure of the two worked perfectly and complimented the visuals of HG Wells classic novel on the huge wrap around screen behind the performers. The Richard Burton hologram narrating the story was uncanny,gave me goose bumps to hear that great voice booming out again after so many years!
Aberdeen Exhibition Centre @
- Aberdeen @
- Wed 10 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: Shannon Noll's dark and brooding performance as Parson Nathaniel was mesmerising! @
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Review 2 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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war of the worlds
The O2 @
- London @
- Sun 21 Jun 2009 @
Posted 08/10/2009
by essexboyo
Location: essex
Top 250 Contributor
excellent show, well worty it
The O2 @
- London @
- Sun 21 Jun 2009 @
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Review 3 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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Jeff Wayne - Maestro
At Home unfortunately! @
- Gosport ,Hants @
- 13/04/2006 @
Favourite moment: Forever Autumn - Still remember the original Moody Blues. But basically there was no "Weakest Link", despite some of the original cast. @
Posted 28/09/2009
by Amputee
Location: Gosport, Hampshire
Did not get the chance to see WOTW live, as I was in hospital having rt leg amputated (cue Violins). But managed to get hold of a copy of the double DVD.
Do not think there are enough superlatives to describe this concert. Is it possible to wear out a DVD? ,Cos i,m doing my best. Better medication than the Morphine I am corrently on. One dose of WOTW to be taken twice a day! Luverly.
So, haven't seen it live, or bought the tee shirt, although I have read the book. Next goal I have set myself - to walk again without sticks and find the nearest venue the next time the Group go on tour.
I bought the album when it first came out,in 1978, and got thru 3 copies, still got the limited edition CD and as stated before, am trying to destroy the DVD due to overuse.
At Home unfortunately! @
- Gosport ,Hants @
- 13/04/2006 @
Favourite moment: Forever Autumn - Still remember the original Moody Blues. But basically there was no "Weakest Link", despite some of the original cast. @
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Review 4 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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The War of the Worlds was out of this world
The O2 @
- London @
- Sun 21 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: From the minute it started to the last refrain. @
Posted 14/08/2009
by Muffin1
Location: Cambridge
I had purchased the tickets for Jeff wayne's War of the Worlds, what seemed like an eternity ago, anticipation growing as the concert date neared.
We had made a day of it being in London at the 02 and as the time neared the excitement grew. We bought the official guide, cd, Tshirt and keyring. Finally the doors opened, we climbed the stairs, sat in our seats and waited.
Out came the band and orchestra, followed by the great man Jeff Wayne, the cheers were loud, the familiar music rose to the heights, but better, we were actually there.
The energy from the stage electric, feeling the music in our very being. Everyone there for the same reason Jeff Wayne, we were not disappointed.
It ended all to soon, we would do it again in a flash but closer to the stage. We were not disappointed.
The O2 @
- London @
- Sun 21 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: From the minute it started to the last refrain. @
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Review 5 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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I wish I could forget it !
NIA Birmingham @
- Birmingham @
- Fri 19 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: leaving @
Posted 12/08/2009
by DisappointedOfCambridge
Location: cambridgeshire
The whole thing was such a disappointment ! So much more could have been done with the technology, and what they had went wrong ! Very out-dated.
NIA Birmingham @
- Birmingham @
- Fri 19 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: leaving @
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Review 6 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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Brilliantly staged!
Cardiff International Arena @
- Cardiff @
- Thu 25 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: "victory" chorus of the machines was thrilling @
Posted 01/08/2009
by Bsquared
Location: Bristol
I'm so glad I went - the event was spectacular:
- sound excellent and atmosphere great.
Souvenirs too pricey but I'm probably out of touch!
- sound excellent and atmosphere great.
Souvenirs too pricey but I'm probably out of touch!
Cardiff International Arena @
- Cardiff @
- Thu 25 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: "victory" chorus of the machines was thrilling @
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Review 7 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of War of the Worlds
Metro Radio Arena @
- Newcastle Upon Tyne @
- Fri 12 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: my son's face when the "Martian Tripod"descended - \I will never forget the look of excitement in his eyes!!!! @
Posted 01/08/2009
by Anonymous
Location: Teesside
Stunningly brilliant production, fantastic lighting effects, superb special effects, Outstanding performances by Justin Haywood et al The sound and p.a. were just incredible . This was my ten year old son's first concert - I simply don't know how any thing could ever top this
Metro Radio Arena @
- Newcastle Upon Tyne @
- Fri 12 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: my son's face when the "Martian Tripod"descended - \I will never forget the look of excitement in his eyes!!!! @
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Review 8 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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War of the Worlds was Wayne's World !
The Brighton Centre @
- Brighton @
- Sun 28 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: justin hayward singing 'forever autumn' @
Posted 30/07/2009
by buttocksknobby
Location: north kent
Top 100 Contributor
well orchestrated, terrific set, and fantastic musicians. a great evening's entertainment.
The Brighton Centre @
- Brighton @
- Sun 28 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: justin hayward singing 'forever autumn' @
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Review 9 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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War of the Worlds
Liverpool Echo Arena @
- Liverpool @
- Sun 14 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: The descent of the Martian machine. @
Posted 30/07/2009
by gomez
Location: Wallasey, Wirral
An unforgettable experience. A long standing favourite for my Wife, Son and me. Fulfilled our expectations.
Our only criticism (not shared by our son aged 41) is that the volume was a little too high!
Liverpool Echo Arena @
- Liverpool @
- Sun 14 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: The descent of the Martian machine. @
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Review 10 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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Thoroughly Entertaining..
The Brighton Centre @
- Brighton @
- Sun 28 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: All of it! @
Posted 30/07/2009
by Slartybartfast
Location: Brighton
A thoroughly entertaining evening of classic storyline and music. Jeff Wayne obviously enjoying himself conducting classical musicians and a rock band featuring Chris Spedding on lead and Herbie Flowers on bass. The CGI "Richard Burton" had improved from the original performances with more animated facial expressions making it more realistic with a CGI animated and movie storyboard behind and stage props complete with Tripod and superb lighting effects made for an unforgettable evenings entertainment.
The Brighton Centre @
- Brighton @
- Sun 28 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: All of it! @
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Review 11 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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War of the Worlds
The Brighton Centre @
- Brighton @
- Sat 27 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: The whole thing. @
Posted 29/07/2009
by Avatar
Location: London
We have seen this twice and it is truly a wonderful show, the music is excellent and the atmosphere is great. We will certainly go again next time!
The Brighton Centre @
- Brighton @
- Sat 27 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: The whole thing. @
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Review 12 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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war of the worlds was great!
Metro Radio Arena @
- Newcastle Upon Tyne @
- Fri 12 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: richard burton's voice @
Posted 27/07/2009
by ajgr
Location: boro
Worth the money for richard burton's voice alone- opening number was amazing!
Metro Radio Arena @
- Newcastle Upon Tyne @
- Fri 12 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: richard burton's voice @
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Review 13 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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Disappointing
The O2 @
- London @
- Sat 20 Jun 2009 @
Posted 25/07/2009
by HenryT
Very disappointed. The seats we had meant that we couldn't see much of the stage. A lot of the singers were completely out of tune. My friend and I walked out early.
The O2 @
- London @
- Sat 20 Jun 2009 @
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Review 14 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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jeff waynes war of the worlds was unforgettable an
Sheffield Arena @
- Sheffield @
- Tue 16 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: forever autumn and thunderchild @
Posted 25/07/2009
by later
Location: South Yorkshire
brilliant show. got the DVD and so entertaining fantastic music from all and especially Justin Hayward, Chris Thompson and Alexis James. and of course Jeff Wayne, well done, a fantastic evening had by us all.
Sheffield Arena @
- Sheffield @
- Tue 16 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: forever autumn and thunderchild @
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Review 15 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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jeff wayne's the war of the worlds
The O2 @
- London @
- Sat 20 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: All of it @
Posted 25/07/2009
by spogto
Location: hertfordshire
OUTSTANDING ,BRILLIANT everyone Must go and see this.Money so well sent.
The O2 @
- London @
- Sat 20 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: All of it @
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Review 16 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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Great Evening!
The O2 @
- London @
- Sat 20 Jun 2009 @
Posted 25/07/2009
by Pizza
Location: Bushey
Top 1000 Contributor
The music was fab! Getting out the car park not so much fun! Usually go by train, but yet again, the jubilee line not running at the weekend!
The O2 @
- London @
- Sat 20 Jun 2009 @
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Review 17 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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CD came alive
NIA Birmingham @
- Birmingham @
- Fri 19 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: Every note from start to finish @
Posted 25/07/2009
by burdy
Location: Coventry
From the first to last note it was amazing, the large screen the orchestra, band and performers were excelant , if you closed your eyes (not that you would want to) you could think you were listening to the CD it was brilliant. Well done Jeff Wayne.
NIA Birmingham @
- Birmingham @
- Fri 19 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: Every note from start to finish @
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Review 18 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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Well worthwhile for fans and newcomers alike
The O2 @
- London @
- Sun 21 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: The music @
Posted 25/07/2009
by LindseyH
Location: Isle of Dogs, London
I have always been a fan of the music and was unfortunate enough to miss getting tickets the first time it came to the O2. I was not going to miss it a second time! We both really enjoyed the show and hearing the fantastic music played by a live orchestra was brilliant. A really enjoyable performance for all age groups, and the tour book is a lovely souvenir.
The O2 @
- London @
- Sun 21 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: The music @
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Review 19 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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don't believe the hype
MEN Arena Manchester @
- Manchester @
- Sat 13 Jun 2009 @
Posted 25/07/2009
by Anonymous
Location: Lancashire
Overall the evening was a novel and fairly entertaining one. But do not believe all the hype about the show. The 'bringing Richard Burton to life' tag doesn't hold true. The Burton face looked only vaguely like the man himself. It looked and acted more like a second rate muppet face, or something from spitting image. The singers too left something to be desired. They sang loudly AT the audience rather than singing the words with feeling. Overall I thought the special effects appeared to have been bought second hand from a 1980's market stall. However, the musicians were very good. Although Jeff Wayne came across as rather full of himself with an attitude of 'hey everybody look at me, i'm the fabulous Jeff Wayne'. Not helped by hte fact he kept on doing 'dad dancing' while conducting.
MEN Arena Manchester @
- Manchester @
- Sat 13 Jun 2009 @
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Review 20 for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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Amazing
The Brighton Centre @
- Brighton @
- Sun 28 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: Forever Autumn @
Posted 25/07/2009
by heatherj
Location: Portsmouth
Fabulous production - breathtaking and the orchestra were superb
The Brighton Centre @
- Brighton @
- Sun 28 Jun 2009 @
Favourite moment: Forever Autumn @
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