An American In Paris
An American In Paris
The Tony® Award-winning Broadway musical about love, hope, and living your dreams, has taken the West End by storm, with standing ovations from the public and a record-setting 28 five-star reviews from UK critics!
With Gershwin tunes, stunning designs and show-stopping choreography, this beautiful hit musical is inspired by the Oscar® winning MGM film and tells the impassioned story of an American GI discovering art, friendship and love in the ‘City of Light’ in 1945.
Experience ‘London’s most joyous musical!’ (Playbill) before it ends on 6 January 2018!
What Is An American In Paris About?
An American In Paris is about an American GI who decided to stay and live in France as the WWII ends. He chooses Paris - a city that is bursting with possibilities and dreams - to get started in his dream career as a painter. He then meets a beautiful and mysterious Parisian ballet dancer, whom he can't help but fall in love with.
What is most enjoyable about An American In Paris is the ballet-musical-theatre fusion, which brings together the beauty of the ballet with the action and storyline of a musical. The stage design is very modern and striking, transporting the audience to the heart of Paris and the quai of the river Seine.
- Duration
Approximate Running Time: 2 hours and 35 minutes including a 20 minute interval.
- Good To Know
Security checks are in operation at the Dominion Theatre, so please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time.
- Songs
I Got Rhythm
They Can’t Take That Away From Me
‘S Wonderful
Additional Details & FAQ
- Cancellation Policy
No refunds or exchanges after purchase.
- How Does It Work
You will receive a confirmation email with your voucher. Please print the voucher and bring it with you a minimum of 30 minutes before the show.
- Suitable For Children
Please be advised An American In Paris is recommended for people over the age of 6 years.
Children under 5 will not be admitted.
- Where Do I Go
Dominion Theatre - 268-269 Tottenham Court Road, London W1T 7AQ The Dominion Theatre is located on the junction of Tottenham Court Road, Charing Cross Road and Oxford Street, and is directly above Tottenham Court Road tube station.
Critic Reviews
Evening Standard
Mar 31, 2017
Gorgeous blend of ballet and musical theatre. The classic Fifties film gets a stage version and the results are lavish and romantic
The Guardian
Mar 31, 2017
"Christopher Wheeldon’s superb show is a riot of colour and movement, with irresistible dance routines and a wealth of Gerhswin classics"
The Stage
Mar 31, 2017
The best-looking and best-danced musical in town is an instant classic
What's On Stage
Mar 31, 2017
An American in Paris is unlike any other musical on the London stage: sumptuously beautiful and heartfelt, it has a romantic pizzazz all of its own.
Reviews
tim
Jan 9, 2018
If you like the above without much of a plot you will love it - i didn't the stage changes were awesome, hence a two
Julie
Jan 9, 2018
Brilliant show
Joan
Jan 8, 2018
Took a French friend. So appropriate
Martin
Jan 8, 2018
The whole show is wonderfully choreographed down to the details of moving props with flourish and grace. The dancing is superb and the music marvellous. A brilliant evening out for all! Thank you!
Franck
Jan 7, 2018
Fantastic show brilliant music choreography costumes Unfortunately my seats where in the stall area row V seats7.8 in front of me was a lady not tall at all and I couldn’t see the stage
Diane whicher
Jan 7, 2018
Very disappointed we left after 30 minutes.
Dorothy
Jan 7, 2018
S'wonderful
Bettybloo
Jan 7, 2018
A big bold production that is a dance aficionados dream. It's witty as well.
Jackie F
Jan 7, 2018
I was entertained from beginning to end. Sumptuous costumes and the singing and dancing was fantastic! Make lead - his dancing was SO good and he had such a great voice. Shame it’s cone to an end
Cat
Jan 7, 2018
One of the best shows ever see, thank you so much
Dottie
Jan 7, 2018
Brilliant contained everything.
Linda C
Jan 7, 2018
Great show, lovely ballet, in parts was a little slow with lots of talking at times and we could not hear all of what was being said even thought we were in row n near the front/middle. We did enjoy the show, music, & songs we did not know we knew ! The set was put together very elegantly with glamorous costumes.
AE
Jan 6, 2018
I hope this show tours. Wonderful sets. Glorious dancing and characters to really care about.
Wayne
Jan 6, 2018
Great show but too much ballet for my niece and I but it was our choice. The 2nd half was loads better, especially after I asked them during interval to make the AC cooler as several people dozed off in the first half and didn't return after intermission. It was like a sauna until interval.
Pete c
Jan 5, 2018
The show the production and the theatre was fantastic
Steven Hall
Jan 5, 2018
I booked two seats to see An American in Paris as an 80th birthday present for my mother just after Christmas. The show was excellent, well sung and with great scenery. However we only saw around a half of it as the view of the stage was obstructed by the heads of the people in front of us. We had seats in the stalls (row R) at £75 each and I had assumed that we would be able to see the stage. Our experience was ruined by this and we came away feeling cheated and robbed by the theatre.
Steve
Jan 5, 2018
Very enjoyable, fine dancing, singing and energy all round
Robert W.
Jan 5, 2018
I managed to get the last stalls seats at an affordable price for An American in Paris, 2 days befor the end of the run. So glad as the whole performance was steeped in style as well as substance. Brilliant costumes and imaginative sets whisked myself and 2 friends straight back to post war France and its colourful artistic community. Vive La France
sue Scott
Jan 5, 2018
predictable storyline, with only average dialogue, but surpassed by the amazing dancing, scenery ,amazing set changes, one that had the audience gasping and applauding, costumes, and quick fire costume changes and singing. I absolutely loved it, my husband only liked it.
Carolyn McCurrie
Jan 5, 2018
The show was great and the dancers were very professional and the whole cast and musicians performed a seamless show, very enjoyable.
GP
Jan 4, 2018
What a performance - we loved it. It was so lively with dancing to equal any ballet I've seen!
G. Fee
Jan 4, 2018
Maybe I had pre-conceived ideas about this musical, expecting something similar to the film, but I was surprised to see how balletic it was. Whilst the dancing and singing was good, the mixing of ballet type dancing and singing together, didn't quite work for me. The staging and scenery movement was very cleverly done and the music was great, but I don't think I'd rush back to see it again.
Tony montana
Jan 4, 2018
Brilliant.total,and utter entertainment
John Swain
Jan 4, 2018
Excellent
Hannah Lochhead
Jan 4, 2018
I honestly am still in total awe of what I watched last night! After booking the tickets for me and my best friend to see the show as part of her Christmas present, I was unsure as to what to expect but blimey was it good! It was my first ever West End show and as a dancer myself, I have always wanted to perform as a backing dancer for artists on tour etc, which is still a dream of mine, however after last nights performance, I now have my heart set on performing on the West End. The dancers were absolutely phenomenal and there was not a single moment where my jaw wasn't dropped in total amazement. Well done and thank you to all of the performers, directors, producers and orchestra who made my night last night one I'll never forget!
Peter&Veronica
Jan 4, 2018
Full justice given to a wonderful musical by versatile dancers, singers and orchestra. A real treat: so many lovely melodies, far more than advertised...
VALERIE GORDON
Jan 4, 2018
My husband and I are staunch supporters of opera and ballet, and only went to London at last moment as our daughter said it was terrific. It was frankly about the best show we have ever seen-superb choreography and lighting, lovely dancing by the leads and amazing corps du ballet throughout. And they had done a matinee earlier! It was non-stop pace and the coordination with stage and scenery constant change faultless. Full marks to all.
elizabeth.
Jan 3, 2018
absolutely amazing and happy making!!! A great evening, could see it again and again.
A Tugwell
Jan 3, 2018
The dance/actors were outstanding; the sets and costumes amazing and the choreography, the best work the choreographer has done. The whole audience were completely engaged with the story from the beginning to end and gave a standing ovation. The orchestra and conductor should also be praised for playing the memorable score so beautifully.
Carmel
Jan 3, 2018
Excellent show, slightly long dance sequence towards the end, but otherwise fantastic cast and enjoyable evening out
Zebra125
Jan 3, 2018
So pleased I got to see this before it closes this week. It is truly beautiful from the staging, choreography, costumes and performances. Well done to the female lead understudy who had to stand in partway through the first act and gave a magnificent performance. It is the perfect blend of musical and ballet and is a truly unique experience. I loved it
Linda M
Jan 3, 2018
Great show if you like ballet.
Felix Fourt
Jan 3, 2018
One for children and adults, working on different levels a great story with new interpretations of those classic musical numbers. Dance, singing and music were all terrific. The stage designs and lighting were incredible, together with a top rate orchestra. All in all a fantastic evening which will last long in the memory.
L
Jan 3, 2018
Amazing when the lead lady changes during the performance due to illness congratulations to the entire cast
Sparkly Sue
Jan 2, 2018
What a show! incredible dancers, fantastic set changes, best we have ever seen! The two leads playing Lise and Jerry were so beautiful, so graceful and elegant, their moves flowed together seamlessly in one continuous ribbon of movement it was breathtaking and emotional. I love loved loved it :)
M Soliman
Jan 2, 2018
Excellent performance Outstanding director
BBrown
Jan 2, 2018
First half of show was a little flat with not enough highlights. Second half was strong and had highlights and the wow factor. Dancing superb but would like more tap on numbers: 'I've got rhythm' and 'it's wonderful, it's marvellous' and 'stairway to paradise'. Ballet scene superb choreography .
Bec
Jan 2, 2018
It was spectacular. The dance numbers were amazing and the costuming was brilliant.
Lorry
Jan 2, 2018
Enjoyed it.
New to London
Jan 1, 2018
We really loved the musical. The choreography was amazing and we really loved the set design.
A Dalling
Dec 31, 2017
It was lovely to see such young and talented cast. Great costume and set design.
Pauline Wishart
Dec 31, 2017
Singing, dancing, great scenery and props. What's not to like!
Rosemary
Dec 31, 2017
excellent production Singing, Dancing, Costumes, Orchestra, Sets faultless
Wendy Locker
Dec 31, 2017
Exquisite dancing, amazing set, great costumes. Fabulous show
Rus
Dec 31, 2017
Absolutely stunning performance
AJE
Dec 30, 2017
A lovely light and soothing experience in the midst of hectic Christmas and New Year activities. Though the story line is simple the creative settings, amazing scenery and utterly superb dancing made this a treat.
Siew
Dec 30, 2017
Excellent show with very good music. All the cast are indeed excellent
Helen
Dec 30, 2017
Great singing, great dancing and beautiful set! Such a marvellous adaptation from film to theatre. Very enjoyable evening
P
Dec 30, 2017
Marvellous Gershwin music and outstanding dance.
Penelope
Dec 29, 2017
I really enjoyed this show, particularly the second half, where the main dance number was incredible . Leanne Cope is an amazing dancer, beautiful lines and feeling for her dance. Ashley Day also a wonderful dancer, and partenered Leanne beautifully.