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Macbeth, Greenwich Theatre – Review
Extremely enjoyable, accessible production.
Read More »A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Greenwich Theatre – Review
A fresh, energetic and funny adaptation of a well known Shakespeare favourite. Lives up to the claim of being an accessible introduction, if by chance you haven’t seen it before.
Read More »Lord of the Flies, Greenwich Theatre – Review
This stage adaptation of Lord of the Flies is made emotional and thought-provoking by the unified strength of the performances, music, lighting and choreography.
Read More »Edward II, Tristan Bates Theatre – Review
An epic condensed down to its bare bones and effectively told; a good retelling.
Read More »The Taming of the Shrew, Jack Studio Theatre – Review
An immensely enjoyable immersive production of a classic play that makes you think as much as it makes you laugh.
Read More »The Caucasian Chalk Circle, Greenwich Theatre – Review
Pros: Interesting staging, combined with well-rehearsed choreography and movement. Cons: A tad confusing at times and doesn’t work hard enough to fulfil Brecht’s wish of making the audience think. Brechtian theatre is difficult, both in meaning and in staging, so any company that chooses to tackle the challenges that come with this playwright and practitioner’s work, should be commended. If you are not familiar with Bertolt Brecht’s “epic” theatre then you may, at points, wonder what on earth is going on. Particularly ...
Read More »The Beggar’s Opera,
Fresh and powerful, this production is a well thought out adaptation of a much loved play.
Read More »‘Tis Pity She’s a Whore, Tristan Bates Theatre – Review
A classic play with humour and moral intrigue. Some knock out performances from a talented young cast in a modern and surprising production.
Read More »Tamburlaine the Great, Tristan Bates Theatre – Review
A master class in ensemble that is utterly harrowing. Be sure to take some tissues and possibly a swift gin.
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