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REVIEW: Twelfth Night – Royal Shakespeare Theatre – Stratford-Upon-Avon
Prasanna Puwanarajah’s Twelfth Night, now playing at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, is a production that trades festive exuberance for introspective melancholy, offering a bold yet uneven interpretation of one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies. While its inventive approach yields moments of brilliance, it struggles with tonal inconsistency and pacing, particularly in the first half. Puwanarajah…
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REVIEW: Little Shop of Horrors – Crucible – Sheffield
Amy Hodge’s adaptation of Little Shop of Horrors at the Crucible Theatre offers moments of charm and creativity, but its overall execution struggles to match the brilliance of its source material. While the production delivers flashes of hilarity and some outstanding performances, it falters in establishing a cohesive and impactful directorial vision. At its core,…
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REVIEW: An Inspector Calls – Theatre Royal Nottingham
An Inspector Calls is one of J.B. Priestley’s best-known plays, set in 1912, with the action taking place in a single night. The story revolves around the Birling family, a wealthy family living a comfortable life in the North of England. Inspector Goole arrives at their home and questions the family about the suicide of…
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Cluedo – Wolverhampton Grand Theatre
For a classic, hilarious, and lighthearted night out at the theatre, you won’t want to miss Cluedo at Wolverhampton Grand. This production is a perfect ensemble piece that expertly navigates the usual tropes of comedic theatre. It’s so good, in fact, that it’s sure to put a smile on even the grumpiest faces in the…
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Legally Blonde – Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre
Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre is celebrating its 90th anniversary with a revival of the musical Legally Blonde, based on the 2001 novel by Amanda Brown and the 2007 movie starring Reese Witherspoon. While the musical has enjoyed two UK tours, this latest production marks its return to London after a decade. The story follows…