An almost perfect performance loses a star only for its needless stretching of the story.

A fierce fight for the top spot as three 5 star shows battle it out in our Managing Editor's choices for 10-16 March.

The closest thing to reading the novel yourself, this is an intelligent and faithful adaptation which could become a classic in its own right.

Charlotte Brontë Adapted and directed by Bryony J. Thompson ★★★ Pros: A great cast and an interesting and loyal approach to the inspirational material. Cons: While the attempt to preserve the original text was well meaning, it steered the production towards monotony at times. Our Verdict: A loyal and enjoyable adaptation of a well-loved classic, but the concept might have worked better in theory than it did on stage. Courtesy of the Rosemary Branch Theatre Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre is ...