Funny, poignant, sometimes uncomfortable, relatable and relevant. If you have a vagina or know someone who has one, this show is for you.
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Sappho . . . In 9 Fragments, Arch 1 – Review
Evocative and primal. Sappho truly lives through Ms Grove.
Read More »Win Or Die: A woman’s odyssey through theatre, Tristan Bates Theatre – Review
The idea of this show is great - showing women in theatre throughout history. However in practice it didn’t quite come across and I left wondering what the intended message was.
Read More »As You Like It, The Rose, Bankside – Review
William Shakespeare Directed by Jessica Ruano ★★★★ Pros: Great rendition of Shakespeare’s comedy classic. Enthusiastic performances and superb direction. Cons: I would have liked the cast to perform the entire play instead of this abridged version. Our verdict: Shakespeare fans and newbies alike will very much enjoy this bite-sized version of As You Like It. A truly wonderful rendition that leaves you yearning for more. Courtesy of The Rose This was my first visit to the historic Rose Theatre in ...
Read More »SAPPHO… in 9 fragments, The Rose Theatre
Jane Montgomery Griffiths Directed by Jessica Ruano ★★★ Pros: A five star execution by actress Victoria Grove, who performs with both vigour and grace. Cons: Difficult to follow without any background knowledge. You quickly find yourself playing catch-up as you try and dissect each scene. Our Verdict: An enchanting and apt venue, with the play set in the archaeological ruins of The Rose Theatre. To truly enjoy and understand the play, some reading about the life of the ancient Greek ...
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