The Broken Legs collection of play reviews from across the UK
“Henry V” – RSC ★★★☆☆
“The cost of war has never been more clearly laid out […] a production brimming with ideas” Known for its…
“Midsomer Murders” – Derby Theatre ★★★★☆
“Fun, frivolous and incredibly clever.” This week marks 29 years since “Midsomer Murders” first premiered on ITV, with its first…
“Punch” – Nottingham Playhouse ★★★★★
“So natural, so believable, and so incredibly tragic” James Graham’s masterpiece “Punch” returns to its original home, after stints on…
“Road” – Manchester Royal Exchange ★★★★☆
“Chaotic, in-your-face […] Cartwright’s script is pure poetry” From the moment the audience enters the Royal Exchange, they are entirely…
“Glorious!” – Derby Theatre ★★☆☆☆
“Light-hearted, breezy […] some excellent comedic moments” The true story of Florence Foster Jenkins, the American socialite dubbed “the world’s…
“The Glad Game” – Lace Market Theatre
“Heart-breaking yet full of joy” Telling the true story of Nottingham-born actress Phoebe Frances Brown, “The Glad Game” takes its…
“The Beekeeper of Aleppo” – Nottingham Playhouse ★★★★☆
This blog post was written for East Midlands Theatre “Moving and devastating” Set in 2016, it is both upsetting and…
“Things I Know To Be True” – Lace Market Theatre
Disclaimer: Although I auditioned for this production, and was therefore privy to initial sneak peeks at set design and the…
“Double Indemnity” – Theatre Royal, Nottingham ★★★☆☆
“Smooth, stylish and sophisticated” Light a cigar, pour a whisky and don a fedora – Nottingham Theatre Royal’s latest touring…
“Christmas Carol Goes Wrong” – Theatre Royal, Nottingham ★★★★☆
“A must-see for fans” Something has gone seriously wrong with Cornley Drama Society’s production of A Christmas Carol, which is…
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