Once the musical

Once I knew I was off I decided to book the ticket for Once.

Once I got the ticket I couldn't wait to see the cast playing and singing in Once.

Once I arrived at the Theatre I realized I had also an upgrade to the stalls... for once!

Once I took my seat I could go on the stage as... there's a surprise to discover... at least once!

Once I sat down I could order my cocktail to be delivered "sur place", during the interval, to drink once.

Once the lights went down and the show started I could finally hear "Falling slowly" live for once (or twice).

Once the interval arrived I could receive my Piña Colada at my seat, without drinking it all at once.

Once the show finished I was melancholic but happy as it's been so sweet and emotional, glad I could see it once...

London Autumn best 5

Gosh it's Christmas time already.
How does it come time flies so fast in this city?
Well, it has been a wonderful autumn since the last time I wrote you and I have been doing a lot of funny, scary, interesting and lovely things. I'm a really active bear!
Some of them are not on anymore and it's a pity as they were really amazing, some of them are on their way so I will anticipate. So this is my "autumn14-chart". Enjoy!!!

1- Lord of the Dance - Dangerous Games at London Palladium: Michael Flatley's show was in London in September and October. I really couldn't miss it as it was a dream coming true and all my expectations were definitely satisfied. I really appreciated irish music and dance, the story and the epic final I had been watching on the dvd for years.A little melancholy appeared as Mr Flatley told about all the efforts put in this show since he started, but I can say they were worth it!

2- Autumn foliage in London parks. I think pictures talk by themselves. It's one of the best moments of the year and the parks shine of different sparkling colors.

3- London Dungeon: I visited it just between Halloween and Bonfire Night: is there a better moment for that? I was surprised in a positive way: you won't just walk along the justice systems and medieval torture of past London, you will really become part of the show assisting real scenes animated by a cast of actors who could play Shakespeare without any doubt! Thrilling surprises, rides, theatre and culture all mixed up to create a fantastic show. Once out you will appreciate the day-light and enjoy a "chocolate-torture" on the river ;)

4- Wicked: one of my best bear-friends came to visit me and we went to see Wicked at Apollo Victoria Theatre. The Wizard of Oz had a lot of secrets to reveal before Dorothy could discover his world. I really couldn't imagine it! Great cast and voices, special effects that will make you feel in a real-fantasy world so be prepared to defy gravity!

5- Last but not least: Paddington Bear coming to town! This winter will be all for Paddington movie, the famous lovely bear coming from Peru and facing a lot of adventures in London. The city is full of statues to find, like hidden gems to look for and I really enjoy going around to meet him and asking him suggestions about how to survive as a little bear in this wonderful and challenging town. Waiting for the movie I will try to find as many Paddington as I can! It will always be a pleasure to greet him!

So what's your favourite autumn London activity? Don't be shy and let me know!

Christmas holidays idea: We will rock you, the musical

I was here since less than one month, I remember that grey afternoon finding my space between hundred of legs for the first time in Oxford Street, jumping from one shop to the other to discover that exciting area of London, getting so tired that I had to stop for my first white chocolate and raspberry muffin. I was just preparing myself to attend my first musical in the city: We will rock you, Dominion Theatre.
What a stunning start to enjoy London nights out!
This musical is absolutely emotional, a battle between good and evil in bringin back music to the world, standardized by globalization, enjoying Queen's most famous and vibrant songs.
I won't reveal the end, I will just say that you will feel Freddie Mercury's presence from the beginning to the final scene, when a drop could fall from your eyes.
So why don't you take a ride to Feltham, where Freddie used to live his first years in London with his family? There you'll find the discreet memorial star put in his honour and unforgotten voice.

Ero arrivato da meno di un mese, ricordo un pomeriggio grigio cercando per la prima volta di farmi largo fra le centinaia di gambe in Oxford Street, saltellando da un negozio all'altro senza sosta per scoprire questo lato di Londra. Mi ero stancato così tanto che ho dovuto prendermi una pausa e fu così che assaggiai il mio primo muffin lamponi e cioccolato bianco. Mi stavo preparando al mio primo musical in città: We will rock you, al Dominion Theatre.
Non c'era modo migliore di iniziare la vita serale londinese!
Questo musical è molto emozionante, una battaglia fra bene e male per cercare di riportare la musica nel mondo, standardizzato dalla globalizzazione, godendosi i più famosi e coinvolgenti successi dei Queen.
Non vi rivelerò la fine, vi dirò soltanto che la presenza di Freddie Mercury si sente dall'inizio alla scena finale, quando forse una lacrima vi righerà il viso.
Quindi perchè non fare un fuori programma a Feltham, dove Freddie trascorse i suoi primi anni a Londra? Ci troverete una stella, discreto memorial in onore suo e alla sua voce indimenticata.

Let it Be, the Musical

Hy guys! In these days I have received a fantastic gift: my cousin-bear is come to visit me and has gifted me with a marvellous surprise: Let it Be, the Musical!
December, 8th is the sad anniversary of John Lennon's lost: there was really nothing better to remember it.
This musical is definitely stunning and vibrant: you will be put at the heart of Beatles' story through their songs and videos and their concerts' scenography, enjoying the most important last century pop band.
You won't really find a musical, I mean, there isn't any story to follow but Beatles' songs, that firstly make you enjoy most of their successes and, last but not least it will make your life easier if you don't speak an excellent english.
The cover band will invite you to join their rythm and you won't avoid dancing and singing until the end of the show: just LET IT BE and enjoy!
For more informations: http://www.letitbelondon.com/

Ciao amici! In questi giorni ho ricevuto una visita graditissima: la mia cuginetta-orsetta è venuta a trovarmi e mi ha fatto un regalo memorabile: il Musical Let it Be!
L'8 Dicembre è il triste anniversario della perdita di John Lennon: non c'era niente di meglio per ricordarlo.

Questo musical è assolutamente meraviglioso e coinvolgente: verrete trasportati al cuore della storia della band attraverso le loro canzoni, i loro video, la scenografia dei loro concerti, apprezzando il fenomeno pop più importante dello scorso secolo.
In.realtà non troverete un vero e proprio musical, nel senso che non c'è una trama da seguire, una storia se non le canzoni. Questo vi permetterà di concentrarvi esclusivamente sui brani e, cosa ancor più importante, di non essere assolutamente in difficoltà se non sapete bene bene l'inglese.
La cover band vi coinvolgerà nel loro ritmo e non potrete fare a meno di cantare e ballare fino alla fine: quindi LET IT BE e buon divertimento!
Per maggiori informazioni: http://www.letitbelondon.com/