Musicals and Stage

• Hair | DVD | (06/08/2001) from £10.99   |  Saving you £2.00 (18.20%)   |  RRP £12.99

  Milos Forman's 1979 film of the 1968 musical Hair is far more watchable than it has any right to be. Controversial though the original stage version might have been at the time, it has not dated well. It was written back when most people thought the Vietnam War was a good idea and long hair on men a signifier of a hopelessly corrupt society, rather than the other way around. By the time the belated movie adaptation arrived attitudes had changed, and what made Hair so unique had become commonplace. However, the exuberance of the performances (led by Treat Williams) and the enduring appeal of some of the songs makes this movie version of Hair, even today, entirely impossible to dislike. On the DVD: The only extra is the theatrical trailer which, much like the film itself, is quite a cute period piece. Inexplicably, the scene-searching menu is not arranged by song, making it infuriatingly difficult to locate the tune you want, unless you already know the movie so well, which would leave little point in hearing these songs again anyway. --Andrew Mueller

• Singin' In The Rain | Blu Ray | (20/06/2022) from £16.00   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  Silent movies are giving way to talking pictures and a hoofer-turned-matinee idol (Gene Kelly) is caught in that bumpy transition, as are his buddy (Donald O'Connor), prospective ladylove (Debbie Reynolds) and shrewish costar (Jean Hagen). Rediscover the musical masterpiece Singin' in the Rain in showstopping 4K Ultra HD. Product Features Commentary by Debbie Reynolds, Donald O'Connor, Cyd Charisse, Kathleen Freeman, Stanley Donen, Betty Comden, Adolph Green, Baz Luhrmann and Rudy Behlmer Also on Blu-ray™ : Singin' in the Rain: Raining on a New Generation Jump-to-Song Feature Theatrical Trailer

• Fiddler On The Roof | DVD | (17/04/2019) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £19.99

  Fiddler on the Roof arrived in cinemas in 1971, seven years after the Sheldon Harnick/Jerry Bock musical about Jewish life in a pre-Revolution Russian village first gripped Broadway. Based on the stories of Shalom Aleichem, with its potent mixture of sentiment and religious and historical context, it remains one of the most popular shows of the modern age. With the help of an outstanding performance from Topol as Tevye--the milkman with five daughters kicking at the constraints of tradition--Norman Jewison's captivating film retains a moving intimacy in its portrayal of relationships in changing times. But it also stretches the possibilities of location shooting--in this case the countryside of the former Yugoslavia--further than any musical movie before or since. The villagers are played by the inhabitants of the area, lending a poignant realism to the vibrant crowd scenes. And the cinematography is spectacular, with Jewison's clever use of distance generating an epic feel that helps to explain the story's continuing resonance and popularity. Topol's career-defining star turn is balanced by the warmth and sensitivity of the surrounding performances, particularly Norma Crane as his abrasive wife Golda. British sitcom fans will spot early appearances by Roger Lloyd Pack, and Ruth Madoc as the demonic butcher's wife, Fruma Sarah. At nearly three hours, it's a long emotional haul, but aided by some of the most beautiful songs in musical history, Jewison's Fiddler is ageless. On the DVD: Fiddler on the Roof Special Edition is presented on DVD in widescreen with a Dolby soundtrack that makes a mighty meal of John Williams' Oscar-winning musical adaptation. The most fascinating extras are a making-of documentary that shows a youthful, slightly tetchy Jewison at work, and a 2003 reminiscence in which all of his passion and feel for the piece has survived intact. He shares a commentary with Topol crammed with vivid memories and context. There is also a photographic gallery showing the resources that were used to give the film its authenticity, and Jewison reads extracts from original Aleichem stories. --Piers Ford

• Cats - Ultimate Edition | Blu Ray | (02/09/2013) from £12.61   |  Saving you £3.64 (32.07%)   |  RRP £14.99

  One of the longest-running musicals in West End and Broadway history has now been re-mastered in High Definition for Blu-Ray. Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cats one of the most famous musicals of all time first exploded onto the West End stage in 1981. 'Memory' one of its many classic songs became an instant worldwide hit. Since then Cats has smashed records and conquered the world. Boasting an all-star cast headed by Elaine Paige and Sir John Mills breathtaking visuals and the full digital sound of an eighty piece orchestra this Ultimate Edition Blu-Ray will lead you deep into the mysterious world of Cats. Cats - as you've never seen it before - more mesmerising and magical than you could possibly imagine. Special Features: Character Make-up with Karen Dawson Harding Making of Cats Featurette Interviews with Andrew Lloyd Webber Cameron Mackintosh Trevor Nunn Gillian Lynne John Napier Gerry Schoenfield

• Les Misérables: The Staged Concert | DVD | (02/11/2020) from £7.45   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  Seen by over 120 million people worldwide, LES MISÉRABLES is undisputedly one of the world's most popular musicals. Coinciding with its 35th triumphant year in London's West End, Cameron Mackintosh produced a spectacular sell-out staged concert version at the Gielgud Theatre featuring an all-star cast including Michael Ball, Alfie Boe, Carrie Hope Fletcher, Matt Lucas and John Owen Jones. Now experience the musical phenomenon at home, after it broke box office records and sold out its entire 16 week season. Featuring a cast and orchestra of over 65 and including the songs I Dreamed A Dream, Bring Him Home, One Day More and On My Own this sensational staged concert is not to be missed - an absolute must-see for any fans of musical theatre or live event cinema.

• Take Me Out to the Ball Game | Blu Ray | (02/09/2024) from £14.99   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

• Taboo | DVD | (17/11/2003) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £19.99

  Boy George's hit new musical Taboo is a glittering funny and audacious spectacle celebrating the exotic fashions the exuberant lifestyles and extraordinary characters of London's 1980's New Romantic movement in one of the most original and colourful musicals ever seen. Taboo features 20 new songs written by Boy George alongside classic hits like Do You Really Want To Hurt Me and Karma Chameleon. Nominated for 4 Olivier Awards including Best New Musical Best Actor in a musical

• You'll Never Get Rich | DVD | (03/11/2003) from £4.95   |  Saving you £8.04 (162.42%)   |  RRP £12.99

  After his wife discovers a telltale diamond bracelet impresario Martin Cortland tries to show he's not chasing after showgirl Sheila Winthrop. Choreographer Robert Curtis gets caught in the middle of the boss's scheme. Army conscription offers Robert the perfect escape from his troubles - or does it?

• Dreamgirls | DVD | (28/05/2007) from £3.74   |  Saving you £16.25 (434.49%)   |  RRP £19.99

  Based on the Broadway musical, a trio of black female soul singers cross over to the pop charts in the early 1960's.

• Paint Your Wagon | DVD | (04/02/2002) from £6.49   |  Saving you £6.50 (100.15%)   |  RRP £12.99

  Set in No Name City California during the gold rush this musical comedy concerns prospectors Ben and Pardner and their unusual nuclear family. The business partners strike a deal to share Ben's wife Elizabeth whom Ben purchased from a Mormon. But the free-thinking Ben is worried about rivalry over Elizabeth from the town's all-male population hungry for female company. So he arranges to kidnap a stagecoach full of working girls on their way to a nearby city and sets up a brothel

• Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker | DVD | (29/09/2017) from £23.99   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

• The Phantom Of The Opera | Blu Ray | (17/04/2019) from £9.99   |  Saving you £17.00 (212.77%)   |  RRP £24.99

  Joel Schumacher brings Andrew Lloyd-Webber's long-running stage musical to the big screen.

• Richard Wagner: Der Ring des Nibelungen (5 Blu-Rays) | Blu Ray | (22/07/2022) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

• Jesus Christ Superstar - Live Arena Tour 2012 | DVD | (19/11/2012) from £7.96   |  Saving you £12.03 (151.13%)   |  RRP £19.99

  Celebrating 40 years since it first opened in London's West End, Andrew Lloyd Webber's new production of Jesus Christ Superstar, directed by Laurence Connor, promises to be the rock event of 2012. The star-studded line-up includes award-winning musical comedian Tim Minchin for the role of 'Judas Iscariot'. Three million album selling pop icon and former Spice Girl Melanie C will take the only female lead as 'Mary Magdalene'. BBC Radio 1's Breakfast Show host Chris Moyles will make his major stage debut as 'King Herod' and Winner of the ITV primetime show 'Superstar' Ben Forster in the title role of 'Jesus' in the 21st century 'Rock Musical' re-invention of Jesus Christ Superstar. An award-winning creative team have transformed this legendary rock musical into a unique state-of-the-art spectacular. Director Laurence Connor, known for his work on the 25th anniversary performances and concerts for Les Miserables and Phantom of the Opera, will work alongside Mark Fisher, the acclaimed world-leading set designer responsible for the staging of the Diamond Jubilee music concert in front of Buckingham Palace. They will be joined by internationally renowned lighting designer Patrick Woodroffe, who worked on the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the London 2012 Olympic Games. Both Mark and Patrick have worked on global arena and stadium tours for some of the world's biggest music acts including the Rolling Stones and U2. Filmed live as part of the 2012 arena tour.

• Tchaikovsky: Sleeping Beauty | DVD | (02/02/2018) from £24.65   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

• You Were Never Lovelier | DVD | (24/05/2004) from £6.07   |  Saving you £6.92 (114.00%)   |  RRP £12.99

  In this lavish Hollywood musical the headstrong daughter (Hayworth) of a powerful Argentine hotelier has to contend with her father's attempts to get her to marry...

• André Rieu: Live at the Royal Albert Hall | DVD | (07/08/2009) from £16.99   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

• The Wizard of Oz 4K | Blu Ray | (28/10/2019) from £23.69   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  One of the best-loved movies of all time. THE WIZARD OF OZ (1939) stars Judy Garland as Dorothy, a young Kansas farm girl who is whisked away by a twister to the land of Oz. Accompanied by a brainless Scarecrow, a heartless Tin Man and a cowardly Lion. Dorothy and her little dog, Toto, follow the Yellow Brick Road seeking the Wizard of Oz. In order that he may grant her wish to return home.

• Shrek the Musical | DVD | (17/04/2019) from £12.48   |  Saving you £7.51 (60.18%)   |  RRP £19.99

  Bring home the magic of broadway! The greatest fairy tale never told comes to life as never before in Shrek The Musical the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical based on the smash-hit movie! Featuring a fantastic score of 17 all-new songs along with unforgettable characters and outrageous humour Shrek The Musical is ogre-sized fun for the whole family! 2009 Best Costume Design. Special Features: From Swamp to Stage: The Making of Shrek the Musical Sneak Peak

• Agents are Forever | Blu Ray | (06/11/2020) from £19.79   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A