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Will Def See Again!!!! Review by: Chelle, Apr 8, 2009 |
The Norman Conquests - Round and Round the Garden
What an amazing group of actors. And, what a clever play. I have never used the word “clever” before when describing a piece I have seen. But last night that was the word that kept coming to mind when rethinking the show that had just concluded. Clever. The chemistry among the actors was wonderful. And for a first night of previews, the show went along without a hitch.
Stephen ... read more Mangan, who plays Norman, is a comedic genius. His timing was dead on, it was not forced. Such a cad, such a lovable cad. The scene with Norman and Sarah…oh, you will bust a gut!
Amelia Bullmore, who plays Ruth, is a riot as well. However, I kept thinking how her mannerisms reminded me of Bill Nighy (not the science guy) who I saw in The Vertical Hour a couple of years ago.
Paul Ritter, who plays Reg, was amazing in the way he was able to rattle out his quick paced, oftentimes confusing, lines without a pause or stutter.
Jessica Hynes, who plays Annie, plays this character so well. She is truly believable in this role. I am hoping to see more of her in the other two plays.
Amanda Root as Sarah, wow. I would love the opportunity to sit down with Root just to see if she is ANYTHING like the character she portrays. She has such wonderful facial expressions and body language. I found that many times I would search her out on stage, more so than the other actors.
And then there was Ben Miles as Tom. Poor, gullible Tom. The scene with Tom and Ruth in the garden, oh my.
Another great thing for me was that the theater the show takes place in is Circle In The Square. I have never before seen a show with a round stage in the middle and seating the entire way around, 360 degrees. I believe it must be so hard to put together, not only for the cast but the production crew as well (not that it showed in the least). |
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must see!
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I saw this show with:
Business Associate
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Recommended for:
Romantic Date, Business Assoc., Seniors
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