Review: JONNY WOO'S ALL STAR BREXIT CABARET, London Coliseum

Throughout this 75-minute cabaret spectacular, stars of the London queer scene come together to provide a variety show like no other. Featuring an eclectic mix of song, music and comedy, it's remarkably different to what you usually see on the London Coliseum stage.

As Jonny Woo - who has organised, curated and compared the event - says, "The lunatics have been let in." Whilst this repeated phrase causes many eruptions of laughter around the auditorium, it is clear that the audience are up for a party. And they certainly get it. The entire evening is full of life and charm.

Not only is Woo terrifically witty, but they are also a superb singer. Alongside accompanying vocalists Sooz Kempner, Adam Perchard and Kevin Davies - who all shine in their own right - they take on the fairytale of Brexit; allowing us to experience the debacle from all sides of the conversation.

What then follows are several comedic moments from our favourite cabaret performers. Jayde Adams bumbles around as Boris Johnson, blubbering on their words before bursting into song. Diane Chorley provides a nonchalant Angela Merkel, and Le Gateau Chocolat shows off their gorgeous voice with a melancholic Nigel Farage.

The highlight of the evening is Myra Dubois, who if you don't know about already, then you really should. Playing the role of Britannia, their comedy is beyond hilarious and for the most part, very provocative. It teases at our dark side and makes us squirm with awkwardness, whilst at the same time revel in its wonder.

All of this is topped off with a Theresa May inspired choir. What more could you ask for in a Brexti cabaret? It is a lovely night out and hopefully it will return again soon.

Jonny Woo's All Star Brexit Cabaret was at London Coliseum

Photo courtesy of Jonny Woo's team.

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