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Billy Elliot the Musical review

“Powerfully relevant”

Long ReviewsJul 21, 2022Curve Theatre, Leicester

Jaden Shentall-Lee and Joe Caffrey in Billy Elliot at Leicester Curve. Photo: Marc Brenner

Leicester Curve’s new production of the Lee Hall and Elton John musical bursts with energy and heart

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