“Under the musical direction of Erin Vanderhyde-Gross , the young cast, mostly NVA debuts with some professional debuts, showed strong vocals and good chemistry.”
By Alejandra EncisoAug 23, 2026Full Review
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We Will Rock You
New Village Arts, Carlsbad, CA
Ran from Aug 16, 2026
Regional production: tracked as a buzzy, well-reviewed show that could transfer to Broadway.
2 Positive
1 Mixed
Critics' Take
Critics find this Queen jukebox musical delivers electrifying rock hits but struggles with a weak, dystopian script that even die-hard fans find hard to overlook—come for the music, tolerate the story.
This show has closed. Tickets are no longer available.
Critic Scorecard
3 reviews2 Positive
1 Mixed
Weighted by outlet tier · Counts
- Tier 1: 100%
- Tier 2: 75%
- Tier 3: 40%
- Tier 4: 20%
“New Village Arts' We Will Rock You offers a nostalgic, if at times baffling, visit to the future.”
By ErinMarie ReiterAug 18, 2026Full Review
“New Village's production of ‘We Will Rock You’ is best for theatergoers who are coming for the music, not its silly story.”
By Pam KragenAug 16, 2026Full Review
