Bard in the Botanics' production of "Emma," directed by Gordon Barr and adapted by Jennifer Dick, offers a lively outdoor rendition filled with humor and charm. The cast, led by Esme Bayley, engages the audience with vibrant performances, despite some pacing issues. Overall, it presents a delightful exploration of romantic misunderstandings amidst a comedic backdrop, suitable for summer enjoyment.
'The Kibble Palace often houses the less family-friendly part of The BITB season. Caged inside its wrought iron, The Duchess of Malfi feels tightly enclosed and charged with menace.' says Dominic Corr ⭐⭐⭐⭐ - The Duchess of Malfi. Runs at The Kibble Palace, Glasgow, until August 1st
Gordon Barr’s adaptation of Shakespeare’s Othello at the Kibble Palace offers a gripping modern critique of institutional tribalism set in a military context. The minimalist staging, coupled with outstanding performances, notably from Adam Donaldson as Iago and Manasa Tagica as Othello, emphasizes the chilling dynamics of manipulation and trust, resonating with contemporary themes.
https://youtu.be/wGcvwDs4XMw Written by Nicola McCartney and Dritan Kastrati Directed by Neil Bettles ★★★★ We hear about it; those fleeing war-torn nations across channels and open bodies of water. We hear the twisted propaganda regarding small boats, dinghies and rafts. We sometimes even see the people or their bodies washing up on our shores. But we … Continue reading How Not To Drown – Traverse Theatre
Based on the work of William Shakespeare Directed by Dominic Hill ★★★★ Curbed, like so many, by Covid, Dominic Hill’s returning production of Shakespeare’s somewhat estranged piece The Comedy of Errors may have had its original 2021 run condensed; it certainly makes up for the lost time. The Greek city of Ephesus was the Las … Continue reading Comedy of Errors – Citizen Theatre
Written by William Shakespeare Directed by Ewan Downie ★★★★ All good things must pass, as fields wilt and rivers dry, as teeth decay and fledglings fly. So to, Caesar must rule no more. Company of Wolves' already well-received production of Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar meets its end (for now) in the consecrated corridors of Summerhall – a fitting … Continue reading Julius Caesar – Summerhall
