Is Blood Brothers the musical suitable for 11 years olds?

Question

I am taking my 11 year old son and daughter to see it on saturday and just wanted to know if it was suitable?? If not why not? Thank you for your help.

Answer 1

in my opinion, "yes" because it's a lot of fun. However, there is a bit of violence in there including guns, one or two swear words and few other sensitive issues- nothing more than any regular 12a film you might see in the cinema, but of course this is at your discretion. And the music and acting is really good, so I think it's worth it.

Answer 2

I would say it's not suitable - I don't think they would find it very enjoyable - it is a very powerful story - not a bundle of laughs!!!

Not that there is anything particularly sexual - it is just a very "grown up" storyline.

There are so many other things more suitable - particularly if you are in or near London:-

The Lion King

Wicked

Hairspray

Answer 3

There's not much sexual in the Show as I remember, but violence and death are big themes to the show, depends on what your son finds upsetting!

Answer 4

I'd say YES, but with reservations. It's been a while since I saw it and it has strong themes.  It could be quite upsetting for an 11 year old, but not if you're there to explain things. The story is, I think, about two brothers who grow up in separate homes, not knowing each, whose paths cross and end in violence (I think maybe one kills the other). It's a play that resonates very much with today's times (knife culture, gang violence etc). It is a very moral story with excellent music. It deserves its popularity.

Answer 5

I'm not sure! its quite dark & evil and there are some scary bits where the whole theatre jumps out of their seat!!

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