Take a rag to riches story of a child with a difficult upbringing who finds fame, but at a huge personal cost, and after years of abuse leaves her husband with only 36 cents to her name. Starting again with nothing and struggling to pay her bills and feed her children, she makes it, finding success on a much higher level, and finds true love alongside her success. This could be Hollywood at it's best, but it is actually the true story of Anne Mae Bullock, or as she is better known, Tina Turner, and this is the story behind Tina, the Tina Turner Musical.
Nkeki Obi-Melekwe is superb as Tina. She manages to convey the innocence of the young Tina, the scared wife of Ike, and the strong woman who survives and flourishes as an independent solo artist.
The strength of Tina's character and her resilience shines through. Nkeki's voice is deep and gravelly as she sings all the classics.
Alongside Nkeki, Ashely Zhangazha is Ike Turner, the man who discovers Tina and goes on to marry her. The show does not shy away from the reality of his relationship with Tina and it is another strong performance.
There are many important people in Tina's life, from her sister, her two sons, her manager Rhonda, the legendary Phil Spectre and Erwin Bach to name but a few. All the people who have had an impact on her are here to fill in the gaps and the whole cast gives a strong performance.
I really enjoyed the show. It was moving, funny and searingly honest. The musical performances are fantastic and some of the choreography makes you exhausted just watching it! A couple of sing-along songs at the end left the audience buzzing and I would highly recommend seeing the show.
Currently playing at the Aldwych Theatre, bookings are being taken until January 2020.
For more information or to book tickets visit https://www.londonboxoffice.co.uk/tina-musical-tickets
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