Lyric Hammersmith

26-02-2009
Sian Pickles MyVillage  0 

the concept of venturing out of the west end and over to hammersmith to a 1970's concrete box, in order to see theatre darling, is not a very attractive concept. however, you shouldn't judge a book by it's cover, and despite having the kings mall shopping centre hanging off it's side, almost like a parasite, the lyric itself is a great venue that hosts some really groundbreaking productions. i saw homers 'the odyssey' there a few years ago - and was totally blown away, this ancient tale had been transferred to the modern day, with a topical focus on migration and asylum seekers, the set was brilliant, the acting fantastic and the script introduced me to an ancient greek poem that would have otherwise been lost to me... alongside great performances and auditoriums there's also a very good cafe where you can pick up some pre/post drinks and tasty, healthy food.

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02-07-2007
ash kotak

Angels in America - July 2007This is perhaps one of the finest theatrical experience anyone could have, the plays themselves are brilliant. There is no doubt about it and I personally think Daniel Krammer is a genius in his realisation of such great work. Especially as he is competing with the star studded, brilliant yet inferior mini series...Thought provoking, moving, funny, poignant, relevant, historical. It explores many very uncomfortable truths.

30-03-2007
donna miller

Don't look now: This is my second time now! It is such a good play! I rather like the book to the film and find the whole events in the Venitian street, a must see treat. Very compact min' set but the lighting takes us in and out of all the right places.I took a friend of mine last night - I wanted to treat her and thought this would be idea as she is a film buff like me as well a a theatre fan. One of the actors - Enzo Squillino had been taken over by a throat infection I was told by one of the Theatre staff. Well, what a brave and funny and moving performance he gives. What no understudies! Well I was even more impressed than the first time. He missed out the song "teenanger in love" this time and opted for some musical solo on the guitar! Well, with a throat problem you can't blame him. I wanted to hug him the man, oh so so brave! Are you going to The West End? If so we will be there to see the magic of Venezia.A huge thanks to Simon Day for his funny typical stiff English-ness abroad.

25-03-2007
marco hunter jones

Very inspiring venue to see a play. Don't Look Now is very good. A treat! Great to see the acting and roles people play in this version of Don't look now. Need to check out the book now. I was told that the book is what inspired this production by director Lucy Bailey.She has a good eye for casting versatile actors.Comedy provided in this triller which was needed at the right point from crazy Enzo Suillino as the owner of the Venician restaurant. In a moment he picks up his guitar and in a mad sequence sings teenager in love!! Crazy guy!The 2 leads are good, Simon P Day and Susie Trayling are on the stage in rain showers and it looks good with the effects provided by the theatre team. The Dwarf could be from a horror movie! or Red dwarf even. She keeps killing tourists, but WHY? Not sure but who cares.

25-03-2007
maria miles

DON'T LOOK NOW was a great show. Loved the movie, but the book is what this show is based on. Saw it with a couple of friends last night and was inspired to study drama.The show has great actors. All the cast are fine. The set is very good, basic at times but it's the acting and drive that makes you watch the play.Susie Trayling a little bit too moan-ish but Simon Paisley Day does wind her up with the stiff English manner he has.Very impessive cameos too from Enzo Squillino as the Proprietor & also a bad policeman (very sexy voice), also the twin sisters that are so odd, but in a good way. Joanna McCallum & susan Wooldridge play the twins without really saying much at all.Will be back to see this again.