Both plays are sharply observed and well written but thank god for St. Hilda who lightened an otherwise sombre mood.

Well, this certainly was a week of fantastic shows! Not only do we have two 5-star productions in the lineup, but a myriad of excellent 4-star shows also made the cut. All innovative in their own right, I simply couldn't cut the list down to fewer that six shows this week... Enjoy! And remember, all shows in the Editor's choice are still running, at least for the next week - so do try and nab yourself some tickets!

Either one of these dark and humorous Tudor dramas promises an evening of pure magnificence. Seeing both in the same day promises a truly unforgettable experience.