Attendees of a world-traveling show have been informed that they were deceived by the underwhelming experience, likened to the notorious Willy Wonka Experience. London’s Colourbeat Drums performance, advertised as a vibrant LED-drum showcase of epic film soundtracks, was criticized as “mildly funny until it wasn’t” and “beyond dreadful” by disgruntled online users who vented their frustrations on Reddit.
The event, managed by FeverUp entertainment, failed to meet expectations, with participants expressing disappointment that the actual experience fell far short of the promotional hype. A dissatisfied attendee revealed paying £50 for a show at the Shaw Theatre on Euston Road, only to find it “amateurish beyond belief.” They described the event as poorly executed, with promotional images vastly misrepresenting the reality.
Critics of the show highlighted its lackluster quality, citing issues with audio, performance, and coherence. They criticized the disjointed narrative, likening it to a disjointed collection of disjointed scenes with subpar narration. Attendees lamented the low production value, noting that the performance failed to engage with the intended storyline.
Feedback from multiple attendees echoed the sentiment of disappointment, with many describing the experience as “horrendous” and “embarrassing.” Technical glitches at the start set the tone for an amateurish performance, further exacerbated by substandard LED displays. The lack of musicality and coherence left many questioning the performers’ expertise and the overall show’s quality.
Comparisons were drawn to the infamous Willy’s Chocolate Experience, an ill-fated event in Glasgow in February 2024, which faced similar backlash for its substandard execution. The event, characterized by AI-generated marketing material and shoddy props, left attendees dismayed and authorities involved due to the chaos it caused.
The Daily Mirror has reached out to FeverUp for their response to the criticism.
