After having seen the NFT beamback version i managed to press-gang my wife and son to see this magical drama live on stage.I managed to get front row tickets which is very useful as the play has a lot of humour reflected with subtle rolling of eyes and slight facial gestures make for an experience which simply cannot be sensed from further back in the theatre.
The play is very much like watching an episode of frasier live on stage , which for me would be a dream come true, though with a philosophical depth which only comes at you when you ponder themes much later than when the initial laughter has passed away.Then you realise how very profound this production really is.
This review from The List captures the play quite well.
Channel Four produced an amazing documentary that captures the deep background of the personal experiences of Auden and Britten and the extraordinary creative process and collaboration between playwright and director that was involved in this brilliant artwork.You can see it by clicking HERE An incredible story well worth spending 50 plus minutes over.
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