The West End's endless diet of tried and trusted theatrical fare comes at the expense of experimental plays, say critics and playwrights. But in the 21st century is it still desirable " or possible " to shock?Theatregoers who seek a warm communal chuckle have never been so well served by the West End. Rival comedies are selling out across the capital, from Alan Ayckbourn's revived Absent Friends to Michael Frayn's vi…
SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:04PM on February 25, 2012