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Average customer review: 3.0 star rating (3.1 Stars)

Number of reviews: 15

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5.0 star rating PtheR from Liverpool,

FANTASTIC - CATCH IT IF YOU CAN

Will people go to see the story or to listen to the music of Bob Dylan, or indeed a bit of both? As a Dylan fan of many years I had read the reviews and thought I'd go and see it when it was in town. Some of the reviews put me off saying it was only a small percentage of Dylan but they were wrong. Listening to the great man's songs performed in this environment and intertwined within the storyline was genuinely emotional. Frances McNamee as Elizabeth was amazing and her version of Like a Rolling Stone made the hairs stand on end. If you are a Dylan fan then I recommend you go and see it. You will appreciate how the words are brought to life. You will know every song, and there are many, from the popular to those that may only be immediately recognisable by ardent fans. For those who are not Dylan fans (yet) go and see it and savour the genius of arguably the greatest lyricist of our time in a show full of great, talented, performers.

5.0 star rating Andrea Cullen from Bristol,

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY

Didn't really know what to expect, just knew I wanted to see it. It was amazing, loved every minute, just got totally lost in the production. I can see why it might not appeal to everyone, but personally speaking one of the best things I have seen. Would like to thank the cast for a great experience.

5.0 star rating T J Thomas from Bristol,

AMAZING- CATCH IT IF YOUCAN.

What a wonderful way to spend a Saturday afternoon. The Bristol Hiippodrome stall seats re spacious and comfortable and we sat mesmerised by a story, lyrics and superb acting, singing and dancing. Yes you will feel sadness and despair but the performances, choreography and stage craft will lift your mood. I came out feeling I had more knowledge of life and Bob Dylan's songs than before. Do see it if you can. It is so important to give such brilliant actors an audience to show their talents.

5.0 star rating Andrea Cullen from Bristol,

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY

Didn't know what to expect, just wanted to see it, glad I did. It was amazing, loved it from start to finish, I was totally wrapped up in the performance. I found it sad, funny, thought provoking, the cast were incredible. I can understand that it might not be to everyone's liking, but I would say give it a go, just for singing alone, the talent of the cast incredible. Ha 3 t enjoyed a show so much for ages. Would I recommend absolutely, would I go again definitely. Thank you to the entire cast and crew for a brilliant experience.

5.0 star rating Sally Cross from Shropshire

ABSOLUTELY SUPERB

We went to see this last night at the Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham. As most people, I think, we went to see it as longtime followers of Bob Dylan and we did not really know what to expect. I can honestly say it’s the best play I’ve ever seen. The actors were superb. Their voices were sublime. I found myself having to tell myself to breathe at times. If you ever get a chance to see this anywhere in the country please do. You do not need to be familiar with Bob Dylan to enjoy the show.

4.0 star rating Stephen Burdett from Glasgow,

SUPERB MUSIC, FRANCES WAS AMAZING. REALLY ENJOYED IT.

Stunning performance all round. Superb singers and staging. Well worth a look

3.0 star rating Bill Reid from Ardrossan, Ayrshire.

MORE OF A PLAY THAN A MUSICAL.

If you enjoy a play with good actors (although too many characters and no real plot) then this might be for you. If you are looking for a musical overflowing with Bob Dylan songs then you will be disappointed. I reckon 80% play, 20% songs. What songs there are are good but nowhere near enough of them. Even then they bear no real relevance to the plot. The title song (Girl from the North Country) does not even appear in the performance. Surely some mistake? Overall, a bit of a let down.

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