Mack and Mabel was written by Michael Stewart and has music and lyrics by Jerry Herman. The plot involves a romantic relationship between Hollywood director Mack Sennett and Mabel Normand, who became one of his biggest stars. In a series of flashbacks, Sennett relates the glory days of Keystone Studios from 1911, when he discovered … Continue reading Mack & Mabel Review: Theatre Online

Based on the true romance between Hollywood legends Mack Sennett and Mabel Normand, Mack & Mabel received eight Tony Award nominations when it opened on Broadway in 1974.A Brooklyn deli-delivery girl turns up on the set of silent movie director, Mack Sennet, creator of the Keystone Cops. She catches his eye and soon his heart. … Continue reading Mack & Mabel Review: Kev Castle

By Phil Lowe There are show overtures and there are show overtures and Mack & Mabel must have the most sensational musical preliminary to any musical. After a delightful mix of sweeping romantic tunes and electrifying jaunty numbers emanating from the pit and out across the already delighted and excited first night audience we can consider our appetites absolutely … Continue reading Mack & Mabel Review: East Midlands Theatre