"Actor: Ruthie Henshall"

• Les Miserables -- Two Disc Collector's Edition | DVD | (14/11/2005) from £11.99   |  Saving you £10.00 (100.10%)   |  RRP £19.99

  A performance of Les Miserables by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall, for a 10th Anniversary Concert celebration.

• Les Miserables | DVD | (30/10/2000) from £14.70   |  Saving you £5.29 (35.99%)   |  RRP £19.99

  The 10th-anniversary-concert video of the international musical sensation Les Misérables might be the best thing to appease fans until a full-fledged movie comes along. Or it might be even better, as feature films are often subject to extra musical casting considerations and this 1995 dream cast is superb. Reprising their roles from the original London company are Colm Wilkinson (Valjean), Michael Ball (Marius) and Alun Armstrong (Thenardier). From Broadway come Judy Kuhn (Cosette), Lea Salonga (Eponine) and Michael Maguire (Enjolras); from a later London production comes Ruthie Henshall (Fantine); and from Australia comes Philip Quast (Javert). Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's score vividly captures the passion of Victor Hugo's epic tale of pre-Revolutionary France, combining tear-jerking ballads ("I Dreamed a Dream", "Bring Him Home") and rousing anthems ("Do You Hear the People Sing"). The format of this concert is closer to that of a dramatic cantata rather than a fully staged production; the singers stand at their microphones with an orchestra and chorus behind them, but they do wear costumes and participate in some movement. At certain points, such as the climax of the barricade scene, the video switches to action from a stage production. The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra sounds great, and it can be thrilling when 200 choristers (dressed in logo T-shirts) rise to their feet for a full-company number such as "One Day More". Also, subtitles provide date and scene information and help move the story along. This 147-minute version contains footage not seen before, most notably the encore in which a progression of 17 actors who have played Valjean around the world share "Do You Hear the People Sing?" Each sings a line in his native language, a testament to the enduring power of this show to audiences everywhere.--David Horiuchi, Amazon.com

• Billy Elliot The Musical | DVD | (17/04/2019) from £4.84   |  Saving you £15.15 (313.02%)   |  RRP £19.99

  Seen by over 10 Million people with a global theatre box office of over $720 Million and winner of over 80 theatre awards worldwide comes the one-off spectacular production from London’s West End! This amazing one-off staging of Billy Elliot is a celebration of one of the most popular and successful stage shows and has never been available to own on DVD or Blu-ray until now! ‘Based on the Academy Award® nominated film Billy Elliot the Musical has won the hearts of millions since it opened in London’s West End and has gone on to captivate audiences around the world winning over 80 theatre awards along the way including Tony Awards® and 5 Olivier Awards. Set in a northern mining town against the background of the 1984/’85 miners’ strike Billy’s journey takes him out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class where he discovers a passion for dance that inspires his family and whole community and changes his life forever. The original creative team behind the film including writer Lee Hall (book & lyrics) director Stephen Daldry and choreographer Peter Darling are joined by music legend Elton John (music) to produce a funny uplifting and spectacular theatrical experience that will stay with you forever! .…breathtaking choreography…’ ‘…remains the best musical in London.’ ‘Billy Elliot….is still terrific’ Baz Bamigboye Daily Mail April 2013 ‘A fantastic inspiring and uplifting night!’ BBC Radio 2 Chris Evans ‘Still the Musical of the Decade’ Radio 2 18 May 2009 Great Paul Gambaccini ‘Not only the best musical in London now possibly the best British musical ever – It’s simply tremendous’ Paul Callan 21 August 2009 Daily Express ‘A Definitive British Musical’ Time Out 3 November 2009

• Hey Mr Producer | DVD | (14/11/2005) from £16.89   |  Saving you £3.10 (18.35%)   |  RRP £19.99

  The World's Greatest Concert Of Musicals. A magical night of theatre that could only take place in your dreams... until now. Hey Mr Producer! features selected scenes from the productions of the world's most successful musical producer Cameron Mackintosh - classic songs from classic musicals performed by the ultimate cast. Now dreams become reality in this stunning theatrical concert introduced by Julie Andrews. Featuring a glittering array of internationall

• Billy Elliot The Musical | Blu Ray | (24/11/2014) from £19.79   |  Saving you £5.20 (26.28%)   |  RRP £24.99

  Seen by over 10 Million people with a global theatre box office of over $720 Million and winner of over 80 theatre awards worldwide comes the one-off spectacular production from London’s West End! This amazing one-off staging of Billy Elliot is a celebration of one of the most popular and successful stage shows and has never been available to own on DVD or Blu-ray until now! ‘Based on the Academy Award® nominated film Billy Elliot the Musical has won the hearts of millions since it opened in London’s West End and has gone on to captivate audiences around the world winning over 80 theatre awards along the way including Tony Awards® and 5 Olivier Awards. Set in a northern mining town against the background of the 1984/’85 miners’ strike Billy’s journey takes him out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class where he discovers a passion for dance that inspires his family and whole community and changes his life forever. The original creative team behind the film including writer Lee Hall (book & lyrics) director Stephen Daldry and choreographer Peter Darling are joined by music legend Elton John (music) to produce a funny uplifting and spectacular theatrical experience that will stay with you forever! .…breathtaking choreography…’ ‘…remains the best musical in London.’ ‘Billy Elliot….is still terrific’ Baz Bamigboye Daily Mail April 2013 ‘A fantastic inspiring and uplifting night!’ BBC Radio 2 Chris Evans ‘Still the Musical of the Decade’ Radio 2 18 May 2009 Great Paul Gambaccini ‘Not only the best musical in London now possibly the best British musical ever – It’s simply tremendous’ Paul Callan 21 August 2009 Daily Express ‘A Definitive British Musical’ Time Out 3 November 2009

• Some Enchanted Evening: Richard Rodgers Tribute | DVD | (17/11/2003) from £4.90   |  Saving you £15.09 (307.96%)   |  RRP £19.99

  This star-studded gala concert hosted by Gillian Anderson celebrates the life and work of legendary Broadway composer Richard Rodgers. Over 40 musicals embedded in the annals of musical theatre history including collaborations with such lyricists as Lorenz Hart and Oscar Hammerstein II are represented here in this joyous celebration of the absolute pinnacle of Broadway music and song. This extravaganza features the best loved numbers from classic pieces of theatre including: 'Bewitched' 'My Funny Valentine' 'I Am Sixteen Going On Seventeen' 'Oklahoma!' and 'You'll Never Walk Alone'.

• Lesley Garrett - Music From The Movies | DVD | (01/12/2008) from £3.17   |  Saving you £2.82 (88.96%)   |  RRP £5.99

  Lesley Garrett is one of Britain's best loved classical singers. This DVD features her stunning soprano voice on a selection of classic songs from the movies. The concert was recorded with the Orchestra of Opera North at last summer's 'Opera In The Park' concert in Leeds. It was broadcast by the BBC in autumn 2004. As well as Lesley Garrett the concert features contributions from Ruthie Henshall and Michael McCarthy. Tracklist: 1. Where Do I Begin? (Love Story) 2. Over The Rainbow (The Wizard Of Oz) 3. Puttin' On The Ritz (Puttin' On The Ritz) 4. The Man That Got Away (A Star Is Born) 5. New York New York (New York New York) 6. Diamonds Are A Girls Best Friend (Gentlemen Prefer Blondes) 7. Moon River (Breakfast At Tiffany's) 8. Mein Herr (Cabaret) 9. Cabaret (Cabaret) 10. The Summer Knows (Summer Of '42) 11. The Impossible Dream (The Man From La Mancha) 12. And All That Jazz (Chicago) 13. He Was Beautiful (The Deer Hunter) 14. Nature Boy (Moulin Rouge) 15. One Day I'll Fly Away (Moulin Rouge) 16. Come What May (Moulin Rouge) Bonus Tracklist: 1. Tonight (Westside Story) 2. Somewhere (Westside Story) 3. A Boy Like That / I Have A Love (Westside Story) 4. Don't Rain On My Parade (Funny Girl) 5. Our Children (Ragtime) 6. I Dreamed A Dream (Les Miserable) 7. Sunset Boulevard (Sunset Boulevard) 8. Holy Ground