Thinking About Blood Brothers Theatre Breaks?

Blood Brothers theatre breaks are consistently popular with our readers. It’s one of the more emotional and dramatic choices. Willy Russell originally wrote the story as a play and in many ways it retains that power. Russell has said that he doesn’t like traditional musicals and he wanted to write something that was full of real people and feelings. I think it’s probably this authenticity that’s made the show is one of the longest running musicals in the West End.

The main thing is that it’s a great plot combined with wonderful music and shed loads of emotion. This makes Blood Brother theatre breaks a perfect choice for all kinds of people!

Blood Brothers – the Story

Set in 1960’s Liverpool Blood Brothers tells the story of twin boys are born to a loving mother who can’t afford to look after both children. Her wealthy, childless boss, persuades Mrs Johnston to give up one of her boys in exchange for money. The boss offers one twin a home as her own child and better life. They both vow to never tell anyone what they’ve done. Inevitably the two boys, Mickey and Eddie, meet again in when they are older. As time passes they become friends, rivals and enemies and their mothers keep their secret.

Blood Brothers Cast

With such a long running show there have been many cast changes over the years but the production team have always made a point of choosing good acting talent in addition to good voices. The drama is such a big part of the musical that good actors and actresses are vital to it. The current cast can vary but usually includes:

• Mrs Johnstone – Niki Evans
• Mrs Lyons – Louise Davidson
• Mickey – Stephen Palfreman
• Eddie – Richard Reynard
• Linda – Louise Clayton
• Narrator – Craig Price

Hotels for Blood Brothers Theatre Breaks

Blood Brothers is on at the Phoenix Theatre and ends at about 10:20 pm. The last thing you want after a great evening like that is a long journey home, which is why with inclusive overnight London hotel stays are usually
the best way to plan and book tickets. When booking for whichever dates you have chosen, you will then be presented with the hotel options and here are three which have been popular choices with other readers for Blood Brothers theatre breaks

If you really want to treat yourself and spend just a little more why not go 4*

Remember to check how much it costs to add an extra night as most hotels offer a very reasonable rate. Why not make a proper break out of it and stay in London for another day to see the sights, or even another show?

Blood Brothers Theatre Breaks for Groups

Blood Brothers is a great show to see with a group. Blood Brothers Theatre Breaks are ideal for getting together with your grown up brothers and sisters and making a family weekend of it. For the hotel stay, any number can work with a combination of triple and twin bedded rooms. Six is a great number because then you can go for two triple rooms, but if you have two people under 15 in your party then you might be able to snag a family room (2 + 2) bargain.

Your Thoughts on Blood Brothers Theatre Breaks

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