If you’re looking for a high energy, even higher kicking, cast ensemble with costumes with more sparkle than the crown jewels, then grab a ride on Priscilla and get down to the Wales Millennium this week…just try not to get lost in the desert on the way!

With more hits than you can shake a stick at, it’s one floor filling classic after another in this non-stop, explosively colourful production. The hugely talented ensemble truly owns every musical number, with costumes to die for, designed by Vicky Gill. The choreography, by Matt Cole, (along with associate choreographer, Thomas Charles), is outstanding; you just don’t know where to look first! The sheer effort and passion from every single member of the chorus is fantastic and really makes the production pop.

The cast also pours their heart and soul into every moment. Bernadette, portrayed by Adele Anderson, is so quick of wit and positively dripping poison in her venomous comebacks. But she also brings a gentler, softer side later in act two, which shows her aching vulnerability too. Kevin Clifton as Tick/Mitzi is joyous to watch, especially during MacArthur Park which was a particular highlight. His Strictly dance skills really came into play as he pirouetted across the stage. Nick Hayes brings huge vocals to the role of Felicia/Adam. His clashes with Bernadette are hilariously catty and he struts across the stage, every inch the drag star. Special mention must also go to the Divas, sashaying across the scenes, resplendent in silver. The vocal performances from Leah Vassell, Bernadette Bangura and Jessie May were out of this world!

Although the show is clearly a spectacle, there’s also a lot of poignancy and heartfelt moments here. Tick’s epic journey across the desert to meet his estranged 9-year-old son, Benji, is delivered very well. The reunion scenes are softer moments in a show that is often incredibly high octane. Difficult subjects are not avoided, and we are reminded of the struggles beneath the sparkles in scenes such as the graffiti on the bus and when a night out on the town almost ends in tragedy. These fit in well with the otherwise buoyant dance and musical numbers.

Feather boas, glitter, sparkle, a bright pink cake left in the rain. For a night of sheer escapism, high class vocals, and dances to die for, make sure you catch Priscilla’s stop in Cardiff before she rolls out of town for good.