
"Magic, the means to impress the people around you" is continually sung by the title character in The Sorcerer's Apprentice, and it's easy to see why. Inspired by J. W. Goethe's fantastical 18th century poem, which subsequently influenced Dukas's orchestral piece, The Sorcerer's Apprentice sees Eva, a sorcerer's daughter, use her newly discovered powers to impress others and change the world.Due to have had its premiere at Southwark Playhouse earlier this year, the production is now taking place...