Royal Exchange theatre, ManchesterThis version of Mike Leigh's classic brings out the boozy claustrophobia, while Kym Marsh as Beverly and Tupele Dorgu as Susan brilliantly draw out the sadness of suburban dreams For a play so rooted in the 1970s, Abigail's Party is having a surprising renaissance. The Royal Exchange's new production is the third major revival of Mike Leigh's play in less than 12 months, after outing…
SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:24AM on April 10, 2025