Waitress ‘Proof that a touring production has the power to outshine the original’
★★★★★
‘The restaging of this charming musical starring Carrie Hope Fletcher is proof that, with the right ingredients, a touring production has the power to outshine the original’
— The Stage
Brought to life by a ground-breaking, female-led creative team, this ‘warm, witty, wise and hilarious’ (Daily Express) hit features ‘one of the best scores in years’ (The Stage) by the Grammy award-winning Sara Bareilles (Love Song, Brave) a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson (I Am Sam) and direction by Tony® Award-winner Diane Paulus (Pippin, Finding Neverland) and choreography by Lorin Latarro.
★★★★★
‘This new tour feels like an invitation. A chance to rediscover the show or fall in love with it for the first time, no matter where you are in the country.’
— London Theatre Reviews
★★★★★
‘Lovable characters, moving songs and an empowering message – all of it mixed up and baked in a beautiful musical, topped with a massive dollop of charm.’
— Radio Times
Set in a small American town Waitress tells the story of Jenna (Carrie Hope Fletcher), a talented pie-baker and waitress dreaming of happiness, when her life takes an unexpected turn when she discovers that she is pregnant with the child of her abusive husband Earl (Mark Willshire). With the support of her fellow waitresses and friends Becky (Sandra Marvin) and Dawn (Evie Hoskins), curmudgeonly diner owner Joe (Les Dennis) and the romantic interest of the neurotic but charming Dr Pomatter (Dan Partridge), Jenna rediscovers who she is and the type of life she wants to live.
★★★★★
‘I’ll definitely be coming back for another slice’
— All That Dazzles
★★★★★
‘Utterly sensational - A must-see show!
— LondonTheatre1
★★★★
‘Warm, funny, and emotionally resonant, Waitress The Musical continues to serve up a satisfying slice of modern musical theatre’
— West End Wilma
★★★★
‘Pie-lovers unite! This musical treat is one not to miss.’
— The Upcoming
★★★★
‘Perfect casting in a delicious musical serving.’
— WhatsOnStage
