Tuesday, September 22, 2020

DruidGregory review: An uneven blend of razor-sharp comedy and muffled song

Druid's cycle of plays by Lady Gregory is set in an early-century version of Galway, where communities are splintered by divisions and persuasive songs are in the air. Photo: Matthew Thompson

Friday, September 11, 2020

Transmission review: Crucial moments captured beautifully in the passing light

Caitríona Ní Mhurchú tries to live in the present in her new play, but her family's history holds fascinating surprises.  Photo: Jason Byrne 


Wednesday, September 9, 2020

Before You Say Anything review: Multiple stories forced into an elegant flawed play

Three seemingly unrelated stories about people unsafe from the police merge in Malaprop's new play. Photo: Simon Lazewksi

Monday, September 7, 2020

Will I See You There review: Eavesdropping on a touching reunion in a city square

 
In this slick play-installation, the audience peers down from above and listens to a chance encounter between friends through headphones. 

Sunday, September 6, 2020

Token Cis review: Some shakily constructed jokes but this comedy material is gold

 
Alive to empty symbols of effort, the main parody by this comedy troupe is to give stage time to guest cisgender comics as if they're doing them a favour. Photo: Shubhangi Karmakar