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Hilarious!
17 September 2019
John Malkovich nailed the role of the predatory Jewish, overweight, ADHD ridden Hollywood producer. We laughed until we cried. A must see.
J. Fulling Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Bitter wheat
16 September 2019
Great first half .jaw dropping
Performances but ran out of steam in act 2
J H Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Fantastic acting .... and writing too - John Malkovich is amazing!!
15 September 2019
Had read mixed reviews but thoroughly enjoyed the play and the writing was crisp and sharp too - and great to see John Malkovich on stage - he’s magnificent!!
Annette from Keswick Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Fantastic
15 September 2019
We saw this as a group of 6 and we all loved it. Malkovich gives a wonderful performance just fantastic but the rest of the cast are also amazing.
Topical and although shocking it was also funny
We were entertained but also challenged by the the topics covered
Highly recommended.
Jay Confirmed ticket purchaser
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So persuasive that I doubted my own morals!
15 September 2019
John Malcovich never disappoints; his intensity, complete believability and the sickening role itself combined to create a deliciously horrible tension. I found myself inwardly urging Ionna to just cqpitulate already -- the tension & his persuasive persistence were so great. Not my usual morals at all! What just happened?!
Very effective play, well acted.. Intense, though running time is short. It's a lot of play in a short time!
Jc Morgan Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Magnificent Malkovich
15 September 2019
Fantastic, funny, outrageous; loved every minute. So good, I’ve seen it twice!
Mary B Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Funnier than expected.
12 September 2019
Yes, Malkovich plays a truly despicable character. You would never want to encounter him in real life. But he is immensely entertaining on stage.
Kent Allin Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Don’t be put off by the critics!
11 September 2019
We had read the reviews that were very harsh but went to see the play with an open mind. The subject is controversial and uncomfortable (think Harvey Weinstein) and the character is intentionally loathsome but the (almost) monologue ramblings of John Malkovich’s character are mesmerising. We were in the front row and had eye contact with John so maybe that helped us appreciate the intensity more. Not sure it would have felt the same without that intimacy. It’s not soulful culture and you come away feeling a bit negative but when you analyse that you realise that’s where the performances were so good but distracted by the ugliness of the character and story
Mark & Irina Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Bitter Wheat
11 September 2019
Exceeded our expectations.
quite dark, but brilliantly done.
The cast were magnificent, with John being our absolute favourite!!
Cands Ingram Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Fun play
10 September 2019
It was a fantastic chance to see John Malkovich on the stage. Not as much as I expected, but the play was fun. It is definitely worth to go.
Alara Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Gripping Theatre
9 September 2019
Topical, well written fast paced and clever this was a real treat and add John Malkovitch into the mix and you have a fantastic experience of theatre.
Lisa Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Malkovich the Magnificient
8 September 2019
Malkovich’s brilliant portrayal of Hollywood from; until recently a less known, less talked about perspective. Mamet has created, through Malkovich’s satiric delivery, a parody of the power held by the producer.
John Malkovich is the best!
I’m going to see the play for Again,, front row second time around.
Mary B Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Bitter Wheat
6 September 2019
It was truly amazing!
Champions Gkazis Confirmed ticket purchaser
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not good
2 September 2019
I was super exited to see John Malkovich on stage. His performance as well as his younger colleague were really good. However, I disliked the play. I didn't have any thoughts after the play and I like when an evening theater provokes reflection...
Ed Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Engrossing with stunning Malkovitch
2 September 2019
Great theatre.
Lynn Confirmed ticket purchaser
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John Malkovich is stunning!
2 September 2019
Such energy pours from every bone in John Malkovich s body. A play so powerful you don't want it to end!
Sarah F Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Critics need a new position
1 September 2019
Funny , serious and requires some intelligence to understand the scenarios and distraction techniques involved.
Was a great atmosphere everyone was laughing and having serious debates during the interval as it was extremely realistic and possibly close to home. Well worth the watch
XxBOOTSxX Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Entertaining one-hander
1 September 2019
Really enjoyed the play as a vehicle for John Malkovich to strut his stuff although there wasn’t much for the other cast members to do. He plays a monster and a stupid one at that so you laugh at his expense. Loads of one-liners. No deep insights but we know what we think anyway.
Moira P Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Horrible
31 August 2019
Most unpleasant play with a character with no redeeming features
We had no insight into what made him so abusive and out of control
A shame that John Malkovich has come back to London theatre to be associated with this project. This play had nowhere near the same quality of some of David Mamets previous writing
Liz Bailey Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Excellent enjoyed from start to finish J
28 August 2019
John Malkovich was excellent and played his character with style, it was a joy to see him on stage, the other actors really complimented his performance.
All in all this was an excellent production with all the actors giving a great performance.
Martin L Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Magnificent!
27 August 2019
A magnificently towering performance from JM that despite superb acting from the supporting cast, JM steals the show in a hilarious but at times cringe -worthy script, that hits home at what apparently seems to have been how Tinseltown operated for many decades. An outstanding and long awaited return to the London stage and a great debut from Ioanna Kimbrook as well as a hilarious performance from Don Mackichan as his long suffering assistant.
Howard Tyler Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Outstanding actors in a third class play
26 August 2019
I had expected much better of Mamet. This is poorly constructed, lacking in depth or breadth and uncertain of its direction. Richard II or Woody Allen? Deep tragedy or comedy at the edge? Search me.
The cast did what they could. But it was not enough to carry this lame text.
Don’t go!
Whatever the discount it’s not worth it.
Patrick Palmer Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Brilliant funny
26 August 2019
IT was hilarious to see John in such a funny Role. To not take this stuff he says so serious, but the believe of this role doing nothing wrong is stunning. What a dumb man the Original is...
All actors are great and Malcovich gives them place to glow. Such a delight seeing John onstage
AnnMay Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Enjoyed but disappointed as well
25 August 2019
John Malkovich was outstanding
Doon Mackichan was great
Overall the acting fell flat - Ioanna Kimbrook disappointed for such an important role
Worth the ticket purchase if you want to see John on stage - which is rare. Topic is very present day and easy to follow and even relate to.
Marlowe Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Bitter Wheat
25 August 2019
An extremely disquieting and thought-provoking play.
Rose Sandler Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Monstrously Good
24 August 2019
An amusing tale of power and corruption in the Hollywood hills. John Malkovich treads a fine line between arrogant fool and narcissistic monster as the main character and succeeds in making us laugh out loud and reel back in horror. Some may find a few of the scenes uncomfortable, but surely that is the point. The second half lost the savvy wit of the first half, unfortunately. It appeared Mamet had had enough of the characters and decided to end it quickly and unconvincingly. But I'm glad I made the trip to see it and I had a thoroughly fine evening.
D. Thomas Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Bravo!
22 August 2019
A fantastic play that was funnier than expected & scarily true to life. The whole cast were brilliant & it was a real treat to see Malkovich live. Would totally recommend this play.
Katie Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Shallow
21 August 2019
John, clearly the high light , was holding the play together. The rest was fresh out of acting school. The text does not reflect the issues addressed and it’s controversy
Fj Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Malvovich in fat suit
21 August 2019
This was an enjoyable portrayal of "Harvey" but not what I expected. Malkovich is fantastic as he wobbles around the play and does a spot on character portrayal of this loathsome man...down to the bad shoes and ill fitting suit. It does leave those who want justice a bit unfulfilled, but perhaps this is the point of the play.
Oprah47 Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Excellent
18 August 2019
A treat to see John Malkovich. The production balances on a narrow line between drama/comedy. At times uncomfortable - should I laugh, get cross, or be appalled. A timely piece.
ch Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Bitter Wheat
17 August 2019
This was one of the best plays we have seen in a long while. What can you say about John Malkovich - he is a genius and absolutely brought the character he was playing to life. Also Doon Mackichan was a revelation. Her facial expressions and exasperation with her boss was wonderful. I hope this play wins awards, if not it will be a travesty.
Sharon and Brian Manson Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Great Theatre
16 August 2019
The best play of the summer season with Malcovich delivering a focused performance worthy of a world premier. Mamet provided an artistic drama with an obvious but thoughtful plot. Marvellous use of exageration and a black humour which really exposed corruption and harassment in any environment where power corupts. All performances were excellent and loved Teddy Kempner as Dr Wald. Thanks to all for super entertainment.
Barney I hate you.
Tony Potter Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Great performance by John M
16 August 2019
A great performance by John M, although i felt the script could have been better written.
Worth going to see just for John M's performance and tickets are well priced, so enjoyable theatre.
BDB Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Overall Outstanding
16 August 2019
John Malkovich's performance left me speachless: he is just great and there aren't enough words to describe how amazing he is on stage!
I have always admired John Malkovich and to see him on stage was just unbelievable. My son is studying drama and I wanted him to see such a great actor on stage...no doubt he was overwhelmed and inspired.
Everybody is absolutely fabulous, but I would like to mention Doon Mackichan whose performance was amazing.
Gabriella Turnbull Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Excellent
8 August 2019
Critics had made me apprehensive but was fantastic
David Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Hm
5 August 2019
It was painful to watch how such a great actor as Mr Malcovics, was doing everything possible and impossible to pull out badly writen play with some random actors. In this boring play l could see just 5 percent of Mr Malkovics talant, it was quite upsetting
Luisa Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Excellent
4 August 2019
Excellent
Maria Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Awesome
4 August 2019
A great performance by a master
SF Confirmed ticket purchaser
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3 August 2019
Excellent play, humour and John Malkovich. Clever satire of the left, very brave!
Alena Burdock Confirmed ticket purchaser
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2 August 2019
Overall was good, but John Malkovich was outstanding. I could watch him all day long.
Cibele Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Excellent performance by John M
2 August 2019
John Malkovich is just a brilliant actor. The subject matter is not so important as to see him performing !! Dont miss it.
Sonia Suarez Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Mamet undone.
2 August 2019
For thirty years or more I have been reading and watching the work of David Mamet. And for the past ten I have been watching him come undone. What happened, my hero? American Buffalo. Glengarry Glen Ross. Speed-the-Plow. Oleanna. And then - Race, The Anarchist, The Penitent, China Doll...downwards decline accelerating...to this! "Bitter Wheat". Bitter, indeed, to anyone who loves the Master. Mamet's newest play is quite simply unwatchable, a mash-up of feeble jumbled careless plot and dialogue, acted out on stage with no feeling by a John Malkovitch who seemed to be thinking about something else throughout, backed up by a cast whose only common theme was a palpable undercurrent of uneasiness at being in this awful, hastily thrown together mishmash. David, where are you? Come back.
Bertie Purtlebaugh Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Incredible performance from JM!
1 August 2019
Really enjoyed the show, thrilling performance from John Malkovich. The very fast-paced show, I suggest paying attention to every minute of it!
IS Confirmed ticket purchaser
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30 July 2019
excellent. John Malkovich is magnificent.
Theo Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Great experience.
29 July 2019
A dark topic dealt with a surprising amount of humour in the script which did not belittle the serious of the topic. Fantastic acting from all including body movements. Went with high expectations which were exceeded.
M Junnor Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Amazing
28 July 2019
Fantastic, funny and deals with very real issues- a big challenge to take on a role like that !
Kat Confirmed ticket purchaser
