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A Christmas Carol, Middle Temple Hall – Review
A magical show that’ll give you instant Christmas spirit!
Read More »Sikes & Nancy, Trafalgar Studios – Review
A truly impressive and terrifying tour-de-force that shows off the power of the actor and the word. Fans of the Gothic should not miss it.
Read More »Miss Havisham’s Expectations, Trafalgar Studios – Review
A brilliant performance but the poetic script is not quite enough to allow this show to take off.
Read More »Great Expectations, Vaudeville Theatre
Charles Dickens Directed by Graham McLaren ★★★ Pros: Enthusiastic performances from all the actors with their imaginative interpretations of the theatrical antecedents of Dickens’ characters. Cons: Lack of structure to the first half of the show lets it down, plus the use of only one (albeit beautifully crafted) set. Our Verdict: The show is visually impressive, but if you are a Dickens purist then go with an open mind. Banish those preconceptions and appreciate the fact that 150 years on, ...
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