Stevie Basaula on performing Shakespeare

A really enjoyable night, not just because of the play itself, but also thanks to the all-round effort both before and after the show in terms of hospitality.

Ahead of their new production, Rise and Fall, Clare Annamalai went to meet the family at Intermission Youth Theatre.

An energetic and very funny show that does Shakespeare proud.

Written and directed by Darren Raymond★★  Pros: A great performance space, talented young performers and a company that has a truly applaudable mission. Cons: Poor choices made in mixing Shakespearian language with contemporary expression made it hard to keep up, resulting in the feeling that the production was unpolished and lazy; an interesting set design in theory turned out to be a hassle for viewing. Our Verdict: An overall inconsistent, lackluster attempt to update Shakespeare’s complex and intriguing Othello. Courtesy ...