Based on the 2005 film written by Geoff Deane and Tim Firth, Kinky Boots follows the story of Charlie, a shoemaker’s son from Northampton and Lola a drag queen from Clacton.

When Charlie's father suddenly passes away, Charlie must find a way to keep his dad's shoe factory open and the town employed.

This is when Charlie meets Lola, who gives Charlie the idea of making shoes specifically designed ‘Kinky Boots’ for Drag Queens.

Lola, Charlie and the townsfolk go on a journey together exploring, acceptance, who they are and the pride and freedom that goes along with that.

This is this generations, stereotypical drag musical, which teaches the audience ‘I am who I am’ and to be proud of yourself for who you are.

Like all great drag musicals, it’s hilarious, witty, awe-inspiring and is guaranteed to have you leave the theatre with a great big smile on your face.

Gregg Barnes costumes, with Jerry Mitchell’s choreography and direction was sharp, challenging and very clever.

Harvey Fierstein’s book tells an incredible story, while Cyndi Lauper’s lyrics are just incredible and very well thought through.

My only criticism, which I often experience at the Wales Millennium Centre is the voice mics.

Again, it was impossible to hear the lyrics that the chorus sang in the group numbers.

As it is a regular occurrence in that theatre, I would tend to blame the mics and sound desk rather than the diction of the actors.

Kinky Boots was engaging, clever, funny and simple – what more can one ask for.

I highly recommend you get your best red frock out and laddies… dress up too… and laugh the night away.

Kinky Boots is playing at the Wales Millennium Centre until August 3.

Brad Channer