“. . . Benjamin Dilloway is a marvel as Lennie. He masterfully finds the tenderness and vulnerability in the complex character and gives a flawless performance throughout. Michael Legge is a dynamic George, although perhaps a little more vocal variety might have added the icing to this performance . . . A strong and moving production, a classic well loved tale played beautifully.”
Read More“. . . The Goon Show’s revival is part of the Birmingham Comedy Festival and it still packs in the laughs largely due to its clever and original script. The Old Joint Stock is the ideal venue for this production; its small space achieves an intimate studio like feel that suits the performance to a tee . . . The live jazz quartet is the real joy of the evening, entertaining before and during the readings of the radio plays. Each of them is a talented musician in their own right and they combine brilliantly with alto saxophone soaring through the melodies with apparent ease. . .”
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“The intimate space of The Studio at The Rep really lends itself to this production, we feel as if we are sat in the house observing the action as it unfolds. The cosy set design helps the production, complete with a working sink, hob and fully carpeted it creates a very homely feel…The cast all perform admirably with the stand-out performance coming from Sudha Bhuchar who is fierce and bold as the matriarchal mother.”
Read More“…The production is both tragic and humorous at the same time, the acting is splendid and the witty exchanges between characters help achieve light and shade within the performance … Phillip Arditti plays Yossarian and barely leaves the stage within an assured performance. His performance is the gel that makes the rest of the piece work, his restraint and truthfulness really uncovering the crazy world around him.”
Read More“… we meet Malachi and Demi on a number 11 bus as they strike an unlikely friendship, meanwhile a mother watches as her daughter fights her inner demons to leave an abusive relationship … The stand-out performance really comes from Janice McKenzie as Phyllis …There is a great deal of grit in her performance; the down to earth portrayal hits just the right spot.”
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