I’m AUSTRALIAN, so I definitely should have seen cult classic film The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. Alas I have not - although now I certainly will! - so going to see the musical version was a venture into the unknown. And what an adventure it was! If only every bus journey was like this.

The audience was buzzing before the actors even took to the stage. Partly, I think, because it is exciting to finally see theatres returning to normal, but also because, unlike me, most of them probably knew what they were in for.

The production is two hours of non-stop highs with one classic anthem belted out after another that demands the audience clap and dance along. The energy of the actors is dazzling - there is barely a down moment.

I can find nothing to criticise in the fabulous diverse choreography or the stunning vocal ranges on display. Innumerable elaborate costume and set changes happen on the go and are a constant thrill.

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I’m not sure if I was more jealous of how much better the stars look in a dress than me - or the huge amount of fun the cast was obviously having.

But with all this flash and the great many laughs at not-at-all subtle innuendo, you might be caught off guard by the show’s touching moments.

The depiction of homophobia struck close to home for me, knowing that toxic masculinity is still very much an issue in rural Australia, decades on from 1994 when the film was made. 

It is still just as heart-warming and important to see acceptance - and celebration - of different identities and family units.

This show will have you dancing out of the theatre with a warm glow inside. It is one of the best things I have watched in a long time - just the post-lockdown tonic we all need.

Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, is on at the Theatre Royal Bath until Saturday.

See ticket information on its website.