Musicals and Stage

• Easter Parade | DVD | (17/04/2019) from £8.95   |  Saving you £5.04 (56.31%)   |  RRP £13.99

  On the day before Easter in 1911, Don Hewes is crushed when his dancing partner (and object of affection) Nadine Hale refuses to start a new contract with him.

• Guys And Dolls | DVD | (06/08/2001) from £7.24   |  Saving you £4.75 (65.61%)   |  RRP £11.99

  This CinemaScope treatment of Frank Loesser's hit Broadway musical Guys and Dolls is a deeply rewarding visual and musical experience. Frank Sinatra turns in one of his best screen performances running a close second to Marlon Brando and Jean Simmons, looking adorable and singing sweetly. In essence this is a piece of photographed theatre mounted on a handsome scale. The striking set designs and a brilliantly executed soundtrack are courtesy of two Broadway craftsmen Oliver Smith and conductor Jay Blackton. Photographer Harry Stradling brings a meticulous eye for detail when his camera stationed on the auditorium side of the frame, peers into Miss Adelaide's bathroom cupboard as she views the lines of medicine bottles in her celebrated "lament". Sinatra, in his vocal prime, sings a new number to Adelaide (Vivian Blaine)--arranged by Nelson Riddle--and Brando and Simmons strike chords in all their scenes from their opening duet "I'll Know" through to their evening out at a Havana bistro where she gets pie-eyed on a Bacardi milk-shake, tipsily wondering "If I were a Bell". Stubby Kaye also from the Broadway cast recreates the show-stopping "Sit Down You're Rockin' the Boat". Michael Kidd's choreography for "Luck Be a Lady" is razor-sharp and superbly captured in the CinemaScope format, though the formalised staging of the opening ought to have been rethought for this medium. The biggest pity is that Loesser amended some of his lyrics and replaced several tunes from his original score with inferior material. On the DVD: The DVD trailer hosted by Ed Sullivan makes much of the $1,000,000 cheque producer Samuel Goldwyn paid for the rights and the previews of the picture he obtained for his weekly television show. There's no denying that the remastered stereophonic soundtrack captures the Broadway sound to thrilling effect without it being overglamorised. The picture looks splendid too--never settle for the compromise version we've endured all these years on television! --Adrian Edwards

• A Star is Born | Blu Ray | (11/02/2019) from £6.83   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  A Star is Born, stars four-time Oscar nominee Bradley Cooper ( American Sniper, American Hustle, Silver Linings Playbook ) and multiple award-winning, Oscar-nominated music superstar Lady Gaga, in her first leading role in a major motion picture. Cooper helms the film, marking his directorial debut. In this new take on the tragic love story, he plays seasoned musician Jackson Maine, who discovers-and falls in love with-struggling artist Ally (Gaga). She has just about given up on her dream to make it big as a singer... until Jack coaxes her into the spotlight. But even as Ally's career takes off, the personal side of their relationship is breaking down, as Jack fights an ongoing battle with his own internal demons. Extras: The Road to Stardom: Making A Star Is Born Jam Sessions and Rarities: Baby What You Want Me to Do (Jam Session) Jam Sessions and Rarities: Midnight Special (Jam Session) Jam Sessions and Rarities: Is That Alright by Lady Gaga Music Videos: Shallow Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper Music Videos: Always Remember Us This Way by Lady Gaga Music Videos: Look What I Found by Lady Gaga Music Videos: I'll Never Love Again by Lady Gaga

• Jesus Christ Superstar | DVD | (24/03/2025) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

• The Blues Brothers | Blu Ray | (24/03/2025) from £7.99   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

• Adam: Le Postillon | Blu Ray | (10/07/2020) from £23.75   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

• Power of Love | DVD | (11/04/2025) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

• Strictly Come Dancing- Anton's Truly Madly Strictly | DVD | (25/11/2019) from £19.75   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  Anton du Beke is the only professional dancer who has been on Strictly Come Dancing since day one! In this special feature-length DVD, Anton uses his unique insight to take viewers on a tour of the show's very best and most memorable dances. He also shares some of his more personal memories, such as the routine he created and delivered with Sir Bruce Forsyth. Of course, it wouldn't be Anton without the comedy His hilarious pairings with contestants like Nancy Dell'Olio and Ann Widdecombe are the stuff of legend. INCLUDES: Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton's American Smooth Joe Sugg and Dianne Buswell's Quickstep Abbey Clancy and Aljaž Skorjanec's Waltz Jay McGuiness and Aliona Vilani's Jive Danny Mac and Oti Mabuse's Samba And many more! SPECIAL FEATURES: OPENING GROUP CELEBRITY DANCE, LAUNCH SHOW 2019 STACEY AND KEVIN, PASON DOBLE, LAUNCH SHOW 2019 RIVOLI BALLROOM Anton takes a look behind the scenes as he relives his own memories of London's iconic ballroom

• High School Musical | DVD | (04/12/2006) from £5.55   |  Saving you £8.44 (152.07%)   |  RRP £13.99

  The Wildcats are back and this time they're staging one last party before they head off to college!

• Mamma Mia! | Blu Ray | (17/04/2019) from £4.99   |  Saving you £0.01 (0.20%)   |  RRP £5.00

  Meryl Streep leads an all-star cast in the feature-film adaptation of the beloved musical bringing the timeless lyrics and melodies of iconic super group ABBA to audiences everywhere.

• High Society | DVD | (17/04/2019) from £6.99   |  Saving you £7.00 (100.14%)   |  RRP £13.99

  MGM's bold idea to remake George Cukor's Oscar-winning upper-class romantic farce, The Philadelphia Story, into a star-studded technicolor musical with Cole Porter tunes somehow works splendidly and remains an underrated gem. Even the plot and character names--and some bits of dialogue--all remain the same as the original. Crooning Bing Crosby replaces Cary Grant as the wealthy ex-husband trying to win back his soon-to-be-remarried ex-wife, spoiled ice queen Tracy Lord (Grace Kelly, stunning and aloof in her last film role, originated in the earlier comedy by Katherine Hepburn). Unlike Grant, however, Crosby has jazz great Louis Armstrong, playing himself, in his corner for quixotic persuasion. Frank Sinatra (cocky in James Stewart's former role) and Celeste Holm add support as the nosy reporters covering, and subsequently complicating, the upcoming wedding. Sure, High Society lacks the original's witty satire, sarcasm and character complexity; but it's assuredly paced and wonderfully acted, and contains enough romantic chemistry to keep the plot engaging. And then there's the music. Unlike the grandiose production numbers of many 40s and 50s musicals, High Society's musical sequences are considerably low-key and intimate, focusing on Porter's lyrical content and the style in which it's delivered by the charismatic performers. Armstrong kicks the film off in telling style: he sings the title track, a calypso tune outlining the plot like a Greek chorus--not as an elaborately choreographed song-and-dance number, but instead stuffed claustrophobically in the back of a limousine with his jazz band. Other musical standouts include Sinatra and Crosby playfully tossing barbs during "Well, Did You Evah?"; Crosby and Armstrong teaming up for an energetic clash of styles in "Now You Has Jazz"; the two soaring, archetypal ballads by the leads--Crosby's "I Love You, Samantha" and Sinatra's superior "You're Sensational"; and, finally, the satirical Sinatra/Holm duet, "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?", the closest High Society ever comes to social or class-commentary. --Dave McCoy, Amazon.com

• Cliff Richard: Summer Holiday | Blu Ray | (26/08/2019) from £10.99   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  A brand new restoration of a fabulous 60s Musical - 4 London Bus mechanics strike up a deal with London Transport. They do up a London Bus and drive it around Europe as a hotel. British filmmaker Peter Yates directs singer Cliff Richard in the starring role in this pop music romp. The cast includes the real rock group The Shadows.

• The Blues Brothers | Blu Ray | (26/01/2026) from £19.99   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  45TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION WITH NEW BONUS DISCComedy icons John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd star in the outrageously funny musical comedy The Blues Brothers. After the release of Jake Blues (Belushi) from prison, he and brother Elwood (Aykroyd) take their blues band back on the road in an attempt to raise money for the orphanage where they were raised. Havoc ensues as the brothers seek redemption on their mission from God . Directed by John Landis (National Lampoon's Animal House ), the soul-stirring comedy classic features musical performances by blues legends Ray Charles, James Brown, Aretha Franklin and Cab Calloway.Stories behind the making of The Blues BrothersTransposing the MusicRemembering JohnNEW BONUS DISC: On a Mission From God: The Story of the Blues Brothers - Go behind the scenes on all the chaos, comedy and car crashes with exclusive new interviews and never-before-told-stories with the cast and crew

• The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall - Triple Play (Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy) | Blu Ray | (14/11/2011) from £28.99   |  Saving you £-4.00 (N/A%)   |  RRP £24.99

  Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom Of The Opera is a worldwide entertainment phenomenon. It has been staged in 145 cities across 27 countries and its box office sales eclipse Avatar, Titanic and Star Wars. Seen by over 130 million people, the stage show has never been available to own on DVD or Blu-ray. Until now. To celebrate its 25th Anniversary year, Cameron Mackintosh presents The Phantom Of The Opera in a fully-staged, lavish production, set in the sumptuous Victorian splendour of the Royal Albert Hall. Phantom Of The Opera At The Albert Hall stars Ramin Karimloo as 'The Phantom' and Sierra Boggess as 'Christine'. They are joined by Barry James as 'Monsieur Firmin', Gareth Snook as 'Monsieur Andr', Liz Robertson as 'Madame Giry', Wynne Evans as 'Piangi' and a supporting cast and orchestra of over 200, plus some very special guest appearances.This is a spectacular, once-in-a-lifetime staging of the world's biggest musical, and a must-have on DVD and Blu-ray for fans everywhere.

• Thoroughly Modern Millie | DVD | (26/07/2004) from £8.44   |  Saving you £1.55 (18.36%)   |  RRP £9.99

  Julie Andrews stars as Millie an innocent country girl who comes to the big city in search of a husband. Along the way she becomes the secretary of the rich and famous Trevor Graydon (John Gavin) befriends the sweet Miss Dorothy (Mary Tyler Moore) fights off white slaver Mrs. Meers (Beatrice Lillie) and hooks up with a lively paper clip salesman Jimmy (James Fox). In the end it takes a rich and nutty jazz baby like Muzzy (Carol Channing) to unravel all these complications give

• Smurfs (2025) | Blu Ray | (31/12/2026) from £14.99   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  Smurfette (Rihanna) leads the crew on a daring rescue mission to save Papa Smurf (John Goodman) after he is mysteriously kidnapped by the evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel. The Smurfs team up with new friends on an epic adventure that takes them into the real world, where they discover that their true destiny is to save the universe.

• Michael Flatley Returns As Lord Of The Dance | DVD | (12/09/2011) from £8.94   |  Saving you £11.05 (123.60%)   |  RRP £19.99

  The international smash-hit Lord of the Dance is back with an all-new electrifying show. Filmed LIVE in Dublin and London during the sold out 2011 European Tour experience the magic excitement and passion like never before. Starring show creator and Irish dance pioneer Michael Flatley (returning to Lord of The Dance for the first time in 13 years); the breathtaking performance comprises a spectacular new set design state-of-the-art lighting special effects and costumes that will captivate audiences both young and old. Featuring unprecedented access to Flatley's performance and exclusive behind the scenes footage you'll never be closer to the action than this! Don't miss out on the performance film event of the year!

• Funny Face | DVD | (03/09/2001) from £4.99   |  Saving you £11.00 (220.44%)   |  RRP £15.99

  Fred Astaire plays a fashion photographer based on real-life cameraman Richard Avedon, in this entertaining musical directed by Stanley Donen (Singin' in the Rain). The story finds Astaire's character turning Audrey Hepburn into a chic Paris model--not a tough premise to buy, especially within this film's air of enchantment and surrounded by a great Gershwin score. Based on an unproduced play, this is one of the best films from the latter part of Astaire's career. --Tom Keogh, Amazon.com

• Rocketman (Blu-ray) | Blu Ray | (30/09/2019) from £8.95   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  Rocketman is an epic musical story about Elton John's breakthrough years. The film follows the fantastical journey of transformation from shy piano prodigy Reginald Dwight into international superstar Elton John. This inspirational story set to Elton John's most beloved songs and performed by star Taron Egerton tells the universally relatable story of how a small-town boy became one of the most iconic figures in pop culture.

• By The Light Of The Silvery Moon | DVD | (17/04/2019) from £8.95   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A