Author: Simon Bishop

Review: THE RIVALS at Theatre Royal, Bath

Posted by Simon Bishop | 28 Jan 2026

The undoubted ‘saviour’ of the play is the eccentric character of Mrs Malaprop.
★★★☆☆

Posted by Simon Bishop | 23 Jan 2026

The quick-fire changes of character are worthy of being compared to classic silent comedy skits. ★★★★★

Posted by Simon Bishop | 15 Jan 2026

Yes, the world might have gone to s**t but we’ve got the energy and will to do something about it. ★★★★☆

Posted by Simon Bishop | 28 Nov 2025

A magical jewellery box of a show. ★★★★★

Posted by Simon Bishop | 27 Nov 2025

A quasi jukebox musical that hits you right in the Dickens! ★★★★☆

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