Monday, July 8, 2019
By Matthew Lunn
The Globe’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a joyously unsubtle production of one of Shakespeare’s comic classics. Whilst some of its quirks will bother the purist, it is …
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 06:06AMWednesday, March 13, 2019
By Matthew Lunn
Matthew Lunn reviews The Lady Vanishes at Richmond Theatre where it is playing as pasrt of its UK Tour
This post REVIEW: The Lady Vanishes, Richmond Theatre ✭✭✭ first a…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 11:30AMSaturday, December 1, 2018
By Matthew Lunn
Matthew Lunn reviews Seussical the musical now playing at the Southwark Playhouse London.
This post REVIEW: Seussical The Musical, Southwark Playhouse ✭✭✭ first appeare…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 08:02PMSaturday, November 17, 2018
By Matthew Lunn
Matthew Lunn reviews Hadestown, a new musical by Anais Mitchell now playing at the National Theatre.
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SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 10:18AMFriday, October 19, 2018
By Matthew Lunn
Matthew Lunn reviews Nina Raine’s Stories now playing in the Dorfman Theatre at the National Theatre.
This post REVIEW: Stories, National Theatre ✭✭✭✭✭ first …
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 05:43AMWednesday, October 3, 2018
By Matthew Lunn
Matthew Lunn reviews Verdi’s La Traviata now playing at the King’s Head Theatre.
This post REVIEW: La Traviata, King’s Head Theatre ✭✭ first appeared on…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 06:52PMFriday, September 21, 2018
By Matthew Lunn
Matthew Lunn reviews Still Alice based on Lisa Genova’s novel starring Sharon Small at Richmond Theatre as part of its UK Tour.
This post REVIEW: Still Alice, Richmond …
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 10:17AMSaturday, August 4, 2018
By Matthew Lunn
Matthew Lunn reviews Broken Wings, a new musical by Nadim Naaman and Dana Al Fardan at the Theatre Royal Haymarket. Broken Wings Theatre Royal Haymarket 2 August 2018 2 Stars…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 10:34PMTuesday, July 11, 2017
By Matthew Lunn
Queen Anne offers an insightful and commendably believable depiction of the reign of one of England’s lesser known monarchs, and her complex relationship with childhood fri…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 10:19PMSaturday, July 1, 2017
By Matthew Lunn
While everyone should enjoy Ink, I am sure that many people who are more discerning than I am will find it spectacular.
This post REVIEW: Ink, Almeida Theatre ✭✭✭ firs…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 12:08AMFriday, June 2, 2017
By Matthew Lunn
Sand in the Sandwiches is absolutely delightful, a one man play in which Sir John Betjeman – a remarkable performance by Edward Fox – looks back on his life and career vi…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 05:19AMThursday, May 18, 2017
By Matthew Lunn
This Is Not Culturally Significant is an arresting and thought provoking play, performed entirely in the nude by Adam Scott-Rowley. Once you get over this – and believe me,…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 07:48AMSunday, April 9, 2017
By Matthew Lunn
The Goat is a fascinating play by one of America’s greatest playwrights; a depiction of life utterly undone by an unforgivable transgression. Damian Lewis and Sophie Okoned…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 11:47AMTuesday, April 4, 2017
By Matthew Lunn
Finborough Theatre’s production of Arthur Miller’s scarcely seen Incident at Vichy does great justice to a play that deserves a far wider audience. Compellingly staged an…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 07:13AMMonday, March 13, 2017
By Matthew Lunn
James Macdonald’s production of Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? is a breathtaking depiction of human misery peeled back, with four wonderful performances at its c…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 05:37AMTuesday, March 7, 2017
By Matthew Lunn
Ellen McDougall’s Othello is a very solid production, with excellent performances and a number of intriguing original motifs. Whilst these did not all work for me, mileage …
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 08:47AMSunday, February 26, 2017
By Matthew Lunn
Mehmet Ergen’s production of Chekhov’s final play is thoughtful and thought-provoking, characterised by a number of terrific performances and a well-judged sense of irres…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 11:11AMWednesday, February 8, 2017
By Matthew Lunn
Dubailand offers a striking portrayal of the titular city, which does great credit to its writer. It is an enjoyable play, characterised by a good cast and a number of though…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 07:13AMWednesday, February 1, 2017
By Matthew Lunn
The Litterati is an intriguing deconstruction of life on the margins of society, seen through the eyes of its sheltered protagonist. The play occasionally suffers from melodr…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 12:20PMMonday, December 26, 2016
By Matthew Lunn
We asked our reviewers to take a look at 2016 and to nominate some stand out productions for 2016. Matthew Lunn replied with the following:- 1. Hangmen This pitch-black comed…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 12:03PMMonday, October 17, 2016
By Matthew Lunn
Sean Foley’s production of The Dresser is simply extraordinary. Ken Stott and Reece Shearsmith are outstanding as ‘Sir’ and Norman, whilst the supporting cast, and Harr…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:59AMMonday, October 3, 2016
By Matthew Lunn
The Libertine is an enjoyable, but rather unfulfilling play. The Earl of Rochester is an intriguing figure, and Dominic Cooper’s is a witty and energetic portrayal. Yet in …
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 05:50AMMonday, September 12, 2016
By Matthew Lunn
The Play That Goes Wrong is a highly entertaining show, with a fine new cast of actors and a artfully catastrophic set. Given this, and the British public’s acute awareness…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 03:02PMFriday, May 6, 2016
By Matthew Lunn
Macbeth When asked to reflect on Shakespeare’s most ‘political’ plays, many of us would say and Richard III without a thought. Such is the astonishing influence of Hous…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 05:23AMThursday, April 28, 2016
By Matthew Lunn
: The official website for Shit-faced Shakespeare, the unholy offspring of Magnificent Bastard Productions, describes their show as “the deeply highbrow fusion of an entire…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 07:08AMMonday, April 25, 2016
By Matthew Lunn
The Comedy About A Bank Robbery is uproariously funny. It is irreverent and energetic, with a versatile and imaginative set that lends itself brilliantly to unapologetic sill…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 05:38AMMonday, April 4, 2016
By Matthew Lunn
Simon Evans’ production of Bug is a visceral and immersive piece, which lives up to Tracey Letts’ excellent script. Kate Fleetwood and James Norton deliver deeply moving …
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 05:03AMTuesday, March 1, 2016
By Matthew Lunn
Hello Norma Jeane The Park Theatre 24th February 2016 2 stars Marilyn Monroe remains one of Hollywood’s most intriguingly enigmatic figures – adored by so many, yet under…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 06:51AMFriday, February 12, 2016
By Matthew Lunn
Stephen Sondheim is, without question, one of the greatest living lyricists, and his contributions to musical theatre will be revered for decades to come. Sadly, Road Show is…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:18AMSunday, February 7, 2016
By Matthew Lunn
Red Velvet touches on a number of very difficult subjects regarding race, and does so in a compelling and thoughtful manner. The play is generally well written – with a num…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 11:26AMSaturday, February 6, 2016
By Matthew Lunn
Weald is a very satisfying play, a compelling examination of the impact that changing circumstances may have on our sense of self. This is achieved via the developing charact…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 06:06PM 
