Emma Rice's adaptation of Tristan & Yseult at The Royal Lyceum Theatre offers a bold, cabaret-style reinterpretation of the classic tale, blending humor and tragedy. With captivating performances and stunning visual design, the production energizes the audience, celebrating the magic of live theater and the complexities of love, loss, and human connection.
Vicky Featherstone's adaptation of Muriel Spark's "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie" at the Royal Lyceum Theatre skillfully reveals the chilling dynamics of a charismatic teacher manipulating her students under the guise of beauty. Gayle Rankin's performance as Brodie and the striking visual design create a haunting exploration of authoritarianism amidst a backdrop of 1930s Scottish classrooms.
The Lyceum's 2026/27 season emphasizes ambitious storytelling, showcasing classic works reinterpreted through contemporary lenses. Highlights include adaptations like The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie and Mother Courage, alongside musicals like Guys & Dolls. The season aims to engage diverse audiences while balancing cherished traditions with fresh interpretations, reflecting theatre's shared essence.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKJ4Thgk1Js Written & Directed by Alex Garland UK/2022/100mins ★★ Men. The title alone is rather gripping, no? Creator Alex Garland’s follow-up film to Annihilation and Ex-Machina, Men is a bloodied folklore centring on the pugnacity of male antagonism. A broad statement for the film to make – and the foundation of Garland’s narrative of one woman, Harper, seeking refuge after her … Continue reading Men – Review
