Revolution Days, directed by Shilpa T-Hyland and written by Mariem Omari, explores the humanitarian impacts of war through the eyes of aid worker Samira. The production captures the complexities of conflict, blending personal experiences with dark humor, while emphasizing the importance of bearing witness to human stories amid chaos.
Laurie Kemmett's review of Miss Saigon at the King's Theatre highlights the production's power and emotional depth. While acknowledging the show's controversies, Kemmett praises the outstanding performances and breathtaking set design. The narrative transcends a simple love story, exploring themes of motherhood, resilience, and the bond between the audience and theatre.
D.C. Jackson's "My Romantic History," directed by Johnny McKnight at the Tron Theatre, humorously dissects modern relationships through the dual perspectives of Tom and Amy. While the first half presents sharp observations and engaging performances, the second falls into repetitive self-analysis. Overall, it's a witty exploration of disconnection in romance.
Revolution Days, directed by Shilpa T-Hyland and written by Mariem Omari, explores the humanitarian impacts of war through the eyes of aid worker Samira. The production captures the complexities of conflict, blending personal experiences with dark humor, while emphasizing the importance of bearing witness to human stories amid chaos.
Simon Jay's play "Kenmure Street," directed by Nicola McCartney, captures the 2021 protests against unjust immigration policing, highlighting community solidarity through eyewitness accounts and humor, while revitalizing political theatre with engaging staging and diverse characters.
Stand & Deliver at The Tron Theatre captures the 1981 Lee Jeans sit-in, showcasing workers' determination through humor and music. With strong performances and direction, it honors collective action while acknowledging the complexities of resistance.
Stand & Deliver at The Tron Theatre captures the 1981 Lee Jeans sit-in, showcasing workers' determination through humor and music. With strong performances and direction, it honors collective action while acknowledging the complexities of resistance.
https://youtu.be/UJauIdT61ds Original Choreography & Direction for Pas de Dieux by Gene Kelly Additional Choreography & Scenario by Christopher Hampson CBE Artistic Collaboration by Patricia Ward Kelly Review by Dominic Corr Scottish Ballet ★★★★★ No matter hwo often some may think them separate siblings, cinema cannot keep but slipping a side-step into the space of it’s … Continue reading Review: Starstruck – The Theatre Royal, Glasgow
Written by Nathan Scott-Dunn Directed by Edoardo Berto Review by Laurie Kemmett A Play, A Pie, and a Pint ★★★★ Walking into Oran Mor to see Un-Expecting, the set can only be described as unassuming. On a thrust style stage there is strung up two white sheets, an On Air sign, and two rods. The … Continue reading Review: Play, Pie, and a Pint: Un-Expecting – Òran Mór, Glasgow
Based on the novel Hinterland by Caroline Brothers Directed and Co-Design by Jamie Harrison Directed by Candice Edmunds Adapted by Oliver Emanuel Review by Libbi Hutton Citizens Theatre ★★★★ It is impossible not to be affected by Oliver Emanuel’s stage adaptation of Caroline Brother’s novel ‘Hinterland’. Theatre company Vox Motus’ ‘Flight’ approaches the challenging task … Continue reading Review: Flight – Citizens Theatre, Glasgow
