Directed by Jennifer Dick Written by William Shakespeare ★★★★ A touch of rowdiness in the gardens isn’t anything entirely new. Still, as audiences begin to spot the balaclava-wearing mob with their Pro-Caesar flags, well, things heat up quickly for Bard in the Botanics’ al-fresco performance of Shakespeare’s tale of ultimate betrayal and power dynamic: Julius Caesar. … Continue reading Julius Caesar – Bard in the Botanics
Written & Directed by Zinnie Harris ★★★★ A lie is the most considerably ruthless tool we possess. One glance across the sorry state of affairs makes this obvious, where the truth shall set you free, but a lie maintains governance: Tell a lie; apologise. Better yet – tell a lie; tell another. The narrative is … Continue reading The Scent of Roses – Royal Lyceum Theatre
https://youtu.be/iQmVpLxwzxo Adapted from the works of William Shakespeare Directed by Simon Godwin ★★★★ As part of their continuing ‘At Home’ series, providing theatre to the masses, The National Theatre serves disturbing illusions of love and war, set against the surging dynasty of Octavian Caesar. This surface of grand ideas, complex yet gorgeous lyrical language conceals … Continue reading Anthony & Cleopatra – National Theatre At Home
