REVIEW: Heathers The Musical @ Theatre Royal Brighton
It was my first time. A line from this bizarre high school musical which reflects my own experience this evening and wow did I get more than I bargained for!
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REVIEW: Steel Magnolias @ Theatre Royal Brighton
Amusing and engaging, with some solid comic throw away lines and one stand out emotional scene of grief expressed, it felt froth with no firmness.
REVIEW: Giselle by Varna International Ballet @ Theatre Royal Brighton
There’s something extra fun about watching a classic ballet, danced in a classic way in a rococo theatre like the Theatre Royal, its velvet plushness and plastered glided excesses underlining what a lovely experience ballet can be.
REVIEW: The Burnt City by Punchdrunk
I was moved by this Epic dark experience, it was emotive and evocative. I left feeling that I’d been shifted into a different reality, It’s a memorable experience, you will remember it. They’re not afraid of shade are PunchDrunk, in any way means or form.
BOOK REVIEW: LIARMOUTH by John Waters
John Waters doesn’t disappoint here, his mind is twisted ways which makes rococo baroque look straight, this fun exploration of more Baltimore lives is a shock-o-rama of his favourite themes
REVIEW: The Shawshank Redemption @ Theatre Royal Brighton
The redemption of the title is a curious idea for men who neither wish for it or appear to strive for it, remorse is certainly explored but Andy seems to be the only person (man) advocating his own innocence in this sorry tale. David Esbjornson directs this confident cast with a firm hand, although
REVIEW: The Yeoman of the Guard @ ENO
A successful night and a polished introduction to a remodelled Yeoman. Offering a fine evening of nostalgic semi-serious opera with its heart of G&S essential silliness maintained.