A relevant and thought-provoking 2016 kitchen sink drama from a theatre that can be relied upon to present the best in new writing.
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Escaped Alone, Royal Court Theatre – Review
Whilst enjoyable this felt half done, and left me feeling cheated for both the length and it's lack of any clear meaning.
Read More »Bakkhai, Almeida – Review
A darkly funny and deeply disturbing ancient classic, brought to life by a strong cast in this fresh adaptation.
Read More »Roots, Donmar Warehouse – Review
A sublime production that has historical resonance and, more importantly, says something about our relationship with our families.
Read More »#aiww: The Arrest of Ai Weiwei, Hampstead Theatre
Howard Brenton, based on Barnaby Martin’s book Hanging Man Directed by James MacDonald ★★★★ Pros: An intelligent script which portrays the life of an important figure both realistically and with great humour. Benedict Wong breathes life into the central role. Cons: A slow start makes it difficult to fully engage in the first half. Our Verdict: This show isn’t ground-breaking, but it explores important issues with terrific insight while incorporating nice performances and a surprising number of laugh-out-loud moments. Courtesy ...
Read More »Love and Information, Royal Court
Caryl ChurchillDirected by James Macdonald★★★★ Pros: Churchill continues the push the boundaries of British dramatic enterprise. Cons: The nature of the piece means some of the scenes leave you wanting more. Our Verdict: A thought-provoking, exhilarating ride through all those scenes you see happening all around you everyday. Courtesy of Alastair Muir for the Telegraph I’ll happily spend hours people-watching. I know very few people who don’t, in fact, and for me some of the best experiences I’ve had in ...
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