Dominic Cooke
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Reviews
Review: Noughts and Crosses, Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre
Malorie Blackman’s iconic, powerful story gives a strong core to a dark, action-packed adaptation.
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Reviews
Review: Medea, @Sohoplace
A modern approach to an ancient tragedy, with gut-wrenching performances
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Interviews
Dominic Cooke, From Theatre to Telly
Olivier award-winning director Dominic Cooke discusses his first foray into television with the BBC's 'Hollow Crown: The Wars of the…
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Drama
Here We Go and Evening at the Talk House, National Theatre – review
Both plays show promising intentions, but are ultimately disappointing.
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The Low Road, Royal Court
Bruce Norris Directed by Dominic Cooke★★★★ Pros: This is an extremely well-written piece, commenting on current economic issues using an historical…
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In the Republic of Happiness, Royal Court
Martin Crimp Directed by Dominic Cooke ★★★★ Pros: This is a brilliantly acted, humorous, confrontational, thought-provoking play which continues to…
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Ding Dong the Wicked, Royal Court
Caryl ChurchillDirected by Dominic Cooke★★★ Pros: A unique concept with an unnerving plot, delivered by a strong and familiar cast.…
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Choir Boy, Royal Court
Tarell Alvin McCraneyDirected by Dominic Cooke★★★★ Pros: Fantastic set design, excellent performances and truly stunning musical interludes. Cons: If there…
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The Comedy of Errors, National Theatre
William ShakespeareDirected by Dominic Cooke★★★★ Pros: A wonderful cast and a fun, modern staging. Surprisingly emotional ending. Cons: Not the…
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In Basildon, Royal Court
David Eldridge Directed by Dominic Cooke ★★ Pros: A part of the country that few playwrights choose to write about…
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