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Criticks Reviews: Theatre

Strictly Georgian

Strictly Georgian

An innovative recreation of an evening at George II's court.

Event Date(s): 6th Dec 2014

Location: Kensington Palace

Reviewed by: Miranda Reading

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The Belle’s Stratagem

The Belle’s Stratagem

A modern, Canadian take on Cowley's classic, which sharpens its social commentary well.

Event Date(s): 18th Nov 2014

Location: St Catharines, Ontario

Reviewed by: John Sainsbury

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She Stoops to Conquer

She Stoops to Conquer

An entertaining production with an interesting aesthetic.

Event Date(s): 14th Nov 2014

Location: Winchester

Reviewed by: N. G. Howe

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Pitcairn

Pitcairn

A lively production of a provocative play.

Event Date(s): 22nd Sep 2014

Location: The Globe, London, UK

Reviewed by: Emrys Jones

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Amore: The Romantic Poets

Amore: The Romantic Poets

An insightful exporation of the lives of the poets.

Event Date(s): 31st Aug 2014

Location: Edinburgh

Reviewed by: Lucy Linforth

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Olaudah Equiano

Olaudah Equiano

An unsettling but intellectually and emotionally stimulating experience making for an excellent piece of historical theatre.

Event Date(s): 22nd Aug 2014

Location: Edinburgh

Reviewed by: Matthew Dziennik

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The Glorious Georges

The Glorious Georges

Not for the specialist, but a brave and interesting effort.

Event Date(s): 15th Aug 2014

Location: Historic Royal Palaces

Reviewed by: Miranda Reading

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Amazing Grace

Amazing Grace

Bad history and boring theatre.

Event Date(s): 20th Aug 2014

Location: Edinburgh

Reviewed by: Marc Mierowsky

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Queen Anne

Queen Anne

A new play explores the life, reign and friendships of the last Stuart monarch.

Event Date(s): 8th Jul 2014

Location: Baron's Court Theatre, London

Reviewed by: Miranda Reading

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Lovers-Vows

Lovers’ Vows

A dazzling production of Inchbald's play that also casts light on Austen's novel.

Event Date(s): 12th Jul 2014

Location: Chawton House

Reviewed by: Dr Elizabeth A. Dolan and Dr Sally Holloway

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