Review of High Society Musical at the Barbican

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A review of a revival of Cole Porter's musical 'High Society' at the Barbican highlights its smooth staging and impressive performances, particularly from Helen George as Tracy Lord. However, the production lacks the emotional depth found in the original source material, resulting in a mechanical presentation of set pieces without substantial human drama.

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• The Guardian lean-D — Immaculate in its song and dance, it is smoothly staged from the minute the (doomed) multitiered cake is wheeled on for the upcoming wedding in Long Island. But something is missing from the love triangle between socialite Tracy Lord (Helen

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1. [S1] The Guardian: High Society review – smooth musical hardly misbehaves but the songs are heavenly lean-D · 2026-06-04 15:53 +04:00