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Criticks Reviews: Theatre

Love a la Mode after Macklin

Love a la Mode after Macklin

An exhilaratingly dynamic farce.

Event Date(s): 17th Feb 2017

Location: Smock Alley Theatre, Dublin

Reviewed by: Sarah Burdett, University of Warwick

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The Loves of Mars and Venus

The Loves of Mars and Venus

A beautiful homage to the first English ballet.

Event Date(s): 8th Jun 2017

Location: Georgian Theatre Royal, Richmond, Yorkshire

Reviewed by: Katie Aske, Criticks Theatre Editor

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Northern Ballet’s Casanova

Northern Ballet’s Casanova

An ambitious ballet that portrays its protagonist as much more than just a lover.

Event Date(s): 9th May 2017 - 13th May 2017

Location: Sadler's Wells, London

Reviewed by: Heather Ladd, University of Lethbridge

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Amadeus at the National Theatre

Amadeus at the National Theatre

A wonderful revival of Peter Shaffer's vibrant play.

Event Date(s): 19th Oct 2016 - 18th Mar 2017

Location: National Theatre (Olivier), London

Reviewed by: Emrys Jones, King's College London

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Whackham and Windham the Wrangling Lawyers

Whackham and Windham the Wrangling Lawyers

An entertaining reading of a forgotten play.

Event Date(s): 22nd Feb 2017

Location: Northern Stage, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Reviewed by: Katie Aske, Criticks Theatre Editor

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Dr Frankenstein

A bold adaptation of Shelley's novel.

Event Date(s): 3rd Feb 2017 - 11th Mar 2017

Location: Northern Stage, Newcastle

Reviewed by: Katie Aske, Criticks Theatre Editor

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Pride and Prejudice

Pride and Prejudice

An energetic production that prioritises Austen's comic side.

Event Date(s): 31st Jan 2017 - 25th Feb 2017

Location: Theatre Royal, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Reviewed by: James Harriman-Smith, Newcastle University

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The Rose Unfolds

The Rose Unfolds

A daring experiment, and a successful one.

Event Date(s): 6th Sep 2016 - 18th Sep 2016

Location: Rose Playhouse, London

Reviewed by: Gabriella Infante, King's College London

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The Rivals

The Rivals

An exuberant and engaging touring production of Sheridan's much-loved comedy.

Event Date(s): 9th Sep 2016 - 19th Nov 2016

Location: Old Vic, Bristol; Everyman Playhouse, Liverpool; Citizens Theatre, Glasgow

Reviewed by: Corrina Readioff, University of Liverpool

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The Libertine

The Libertine

Excellent casting and direction make for an engaging portrayal of Rochester's life and times.

Event Date(s): 22nd Sep 2016 - 3rd Dec 2016

Location: Theatre Royal, Haymarket

Reviewed by: Elizabeth Oliver

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