Category Archives: Theatre

Edinburgh Festival Reviews

Posted on August 23, 2010 by admin

I’ve been in Edinburgh on and off during August, doing some reviews for a couple of local magazines, The List and Fest. It’s been great fun – I’ve seen some great stuff as well as the inevitable dross – but … Continue reading →

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Friel’s trilogy a triumph

Posted on September 7, 2009 by admin

Review of the Brian Friel trilogy from Sunday Business Post 07/09: Brian Friel turned 80 this year and, as part of its tribute to the playwright, the Gate Theatre has reprised three works from his back catalogue: Faith Healer, Afterplay … Continue reading →

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Oh, What A Lovely War! Review Sunday Business Post 11/04/09

Posted on August 6, 2009 by admin

Joan Littlewood once said Oh, What A Lovely War! ‘is not aconventional play and will not come to life if treated as such’. From the Perriot clown who chastises the audience taking their seats to the pre-recorded sing-song by Bruiser … Continue reading →

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