Tag: Birmingham Rep

SOLOMAN AND MARION at Birmingham Rep Studio

“. . . [Suzman] is an undeniably accomplished stage presence, emanating warmth in even her steeliest moments . . . it is Anthony who makes the greater impression here. Charming yet volatile, the speech in which Solomon finally gives “Miss Marion” full disclosure for his reasons for watching her is a masterclass in emotive storytelling . . . Quiet and disquieting, Solomon and Marion is a story of discursive revelation, one where a pineapple atop a television makes a strong case for hopefulness.”

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BIRD at the Door, Birmingham Rep

” . . . Amaka Okafor is dynamic and effective as the titular character, full of vim and vigour. She is adept at transforming teenage bravado into tenderness, particularly as the show progresses and she settles into the role. It is a mercurial performance, one in which she does wonderful things with material that perhaps isn’t as strong as she is. . . Bird is a story worth telling, and worth watching. Lomas and Okafor are both ones to watch.”

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OF MICE AND MEN at Birmingham Rep

“. . . 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.”

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KANDAN (Family) in the Studio, Birmingham Rep

“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.”

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Joseph Heller’s CATCH 22 at Birmingham Rep

“…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.”

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