Bombay Dreams

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Musical Opened 19 June 2002, Closed 13 June 2004

Apollo Victoria Theatre 17 Wilton Road, London

The story of Bombay Dreams is one of universal themes – dreams and ambitions, the desire to accomplish and the importance of culture and roots. And at its heart it is a love story set against the backdrop of the colourful and magical Indian movie industry – 'Bollywood' - in Bombay, a city of stark contrasts where romantic fantasy and harsh reality live side by side.

A feast for the senses, Bombay Dreams combines the glamour of the movies, heart-aching romance and epic spectacle. It tells the story of Akaash a young slum dweller, who dreams of becoming a huge movie star, and of his fateful encounter with beautiful Priya, the daughter of one of Bollywood's greatest film directors. Can he achieve his dream of stardom or will this come at a price? Will Akaash and Priya's love survive? And will they find, like in all the best Bollywood movies, their happy ending?

Stunningly conceived and featuring a brilliant script by Meera Syal with lyrics by Don Black and music by phenomenal Indian composer AR Rahman, Bombay Dreams is a unique fusion of talent from the worlds of stage, film, TV and contemporary music. Add to this lush production design and spectacular choreography and the result is both breathtaking and totally unmissable!

The following CD is available to buy online from amazon.co.uk in the UK: Bombay Dreams.

"London's hottest most exotic new musical" The Express

"A Bombay dazzler!" The Daily Mail

"A terrific show! Big, silky, sensual, lush, lavish and extravagant!" The Sunday Times

"A loving lavish celebration of Bollywood - a new sound, a new choreography and a whole new style - I love it!" The Mail on Sunday

"This brilliant new musical is a love story that will have you laughing and crying in your seat" The News of the World