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Brilliantly performed
23 September 2019
Beautiful set, sensitively interpreted and brilliant performed. Very enjoyable evening
Claire D Confirmed ticket purchaser
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The Night of the Iguana
22 September 2019
Very powerful. Takes its time to build up but it’s worth the effort. There are 4 main characters who are all quite lonely in their own ways. There is a somewhat positive ending though, with a new beginning for 3 of them. Lots of peripheral chapters add interest, colour and some amusement. The set is very much part of the play.
Paul Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Night of the Iguana
20 September 2019
They tried hard ---but the whole set up, from content to acting, was unconvincing and did not hold our attention. We were disappointed.
Voices were either shouting, or too soft. the interaction between the characters just did not work for (the 3 of) us
Eileen Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Fabulous scenery
20 September 2019
Really enjoyed the production and the SFX etc which made it all the more atmospheric and Tennessee Williams-esque!
Brooks Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Excellent Acting
19 September 2019
Excellent acting. Amazing scenery . Its the sort of play you will either enjoy, like I did, or struggle like my husband did .
julie57 Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Amphibian-tastic
17 September 2019
Exceptional acting and great set!
Sean from Bourne Confirmed ticket purchaser
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15 September 2019
Great play. Memorable performances. Great set.
Bob & Carolyn Confirmed ticket purchaser
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I love Clive Owen
15 September 2019
It was very nice.
Kim Confirmed ticket purchaser
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10 September 2019
A wonderful cast and a tough lead role played very well by Clive Owen (even if his American accent wandered occasionally). It was a slow starter and sagged in a couple of places, but was generally enjoyable viewing.
Jeremy Leese Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Refreshing scenography.
9 September 2019
Refreshing scenography.
Great A.Gunn's interpretation of the role.
You need to have a good sense of T.Williams play to appreciate the play properly!
Micky Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Solid production, wonderful set
6 September 2019
I really enjoyed this production, even though it did not quite draw me in emotionally as I had hoped. The elaborate set worked wonderfully. The performances of the two lead actresses were great, especially Li Williams/Hannah. I felt that Clive Owen, who I admire greatly as an actor, struggled with the American accent and that this took away a little from his performance. Julian Glover was a joy to watch at any moment. The smaller roles, especially the Germans and the two Mexican boys, were perfect in their parts and wonderful additions, sometimes almost stealing the show. Would I recommend this show? Absolutely!
Vera Mark Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Great show
1 September 2019
Fantastic set, great acting. Thoroughly enjoyable afternoon.
Mary B Confirmed ticket purchaser
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A Superb Performance
1 September 2019
Like the title states, the acting was superb (I wasn't expecting it to be any different, these are seasoned actors). The performance in its entirety was not lacking anything and I truly felt Williams' vulgar and raw vibration pounding as the actors embodied the characters. Stage craftmanship was next level! And the sound effects as well as lighting, one of the best I have seen. You genuinely felt the thunder rattle your bones and the pitter patter of the rain on the wooden veranda. This was my first introduction to Williams' plays and I must say, I was not disappointed.
Ariana P Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Sumptuous revival
29 August 2019
Totally believable and charismatic performances from the three leading actors. Some of the minor characters veered towards two dimensional caricatures (partly down to the writing)
The staging was ingenious and the lighting and sound added enormously to the impact of the piece
Steve Liversedge Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Treat
28 August 2019
Had second thoughts about attending the play, however enjoyed the show . Theatre was very comfortable.
Jo Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Girl's Trip Out to the Theatre
26 August 2019
Took my Mother-In-Law & Daughter to see this production at the Noel Coward Theatre Sat 24/8 it was, however, a very hot day 31 degrees so aircons used in this Theatre was most appreciated! The show was a little slow to start and end however, some humorous moments in between which got the audience more engaged and laughing! Was expecting more performance and drama but was more dialogue so you did have to concentrate in order to follow the storyline but overall was a good play and all featured did a good job!
Paula Bains Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Clinging on
25 August 2019
In this production of The Night of the Iguana the set depicts a tiny settlement clinging to a massive outcrop of rock. This symbolises the characters in the play who are precariously clinging to existence.
The damaged Larry, finds a repressed soulmate in Hannah but it is clear that for Tennesee Williams the sensitive are doomed to make their journey through life alone.
The play seems more experimental than some of his better known works. The happy but totally insensitive and obnoxious German family act almost like a chorus to emphasise that not everyone is crippled by angst.
Much more humane Maxine represents the sensual pragmatist but our sympathies
remain with Larry and Hannah. At least Williams ends with a glimmer of hope when the not very talented grandfather dies happily after at last completing his poem.
Beautifully acted and timed to perfection this was a fascinating production to watch. Many thanks to all concerned.
cynthia Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Janet&Jackie
18 August 2019
Brilliant-we were transported
Janet&Jackie Confirmed ticket purchaser
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15 August 2019
Very enjoyable, well acted, tense,
Steve Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Memorable afternoon at the Noel Coward TheatreTheatre
15 August 2019
Having seen Night of the Iguana on several occasions over the past forty years, I can say without hesitation that this the best production Ive seen of a play I love.
The acting was wonderful, it was a truly pleasurable afternoon at the theatre.
Jane Deyong Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Iguana
11 August 2019
Tennessee Williams at his best. Outstanding performances. Highly recommended.
Molly Confirmed ticket purchaser
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compassion for the desolate
7 August 2019
This was a splendidly acted and staged version of The Night of the Iguana. As with all Williams's plays we have a collection of sinners (no saints!) who demand our attention and gain our sympathy. My single reservation is about the Nazi family: they are an embarrassment. There is enough humour in Williams's dialogue; we do not need such stereotyping, and Williams included it as it was a current issue in 1961. The director chould have ditched it. But overall an excellent production, and the three main actors were excellent.
David Irvin Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Unexpected thumbs up
28 July 2019
After the critical reviews in the press happy to say it was a wonderful and enjoyable experience.
Great set and great performance
Recommended
David Confirmed ticket purchaser
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A memorable night out
25 July 2019
Everyone was excellent. The German family were hilarious and following on every performance was superb. It was a play they kept one entranced from beginning to end.
NCB Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Tennessee Williams with humour
25 July 2019
The set design was a magnificent brooding force dwarfing the repressed emotions of the actors. The evident humour was I guess direction and interpretation of the play. The leading actors were sensitively emerged in their characters. Great to see Clive Owen back on the English stage. His duologue with Tia Williams beautiful confession towards the end of the play was emotionally moving. A must see fine production and outstanding performances.
Sandra Thomas Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Go see it!
25 July 2019
Outstanding performances by all three leads. Supporting cast was also very good.
Frances Speaks Confirmed ticket purchaser
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25 July 2019
Amazing. Very impressed with al actors.
Cibele Confirmed ticket purchaser
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19 July 2019
Great
Gm Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Atmospheric production
19 July 2019
Interesting play with a damaged man as centre stage, usually damamged women with TW but well acted,, A little too long and the tension sagged in the second half for me,, but well worth seeing as not performed in Wesgt end much
Anne Jonathan Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Riveting Revival of a Classic!
18 July 2019
This is one of Tennessee Williams's less frequently performed works.This new production certainly does justice to the play.
The performances were excellent.Clive Owen brought a beaten up charm of sorts to the delusional and self-pitying Shannon. Owen has a very charismatic stage presence and a resonant delivery.
Lia Williams was a revelation as the deceptively 'mousy' spinster Hannah, who delivers some of the play's best lines.
Anna Gunn was also very convincing as the rather washed up hotelier Maxine.
A mention too for the stage design- brilliant- also raher apt on a humid London summer evening!
I thoroughly recommend this production.
Theatre loving Anna. Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Great Show
17 July 2019
Amazing performance and really outstanding set design
Marli Confirmed ticket purchaser
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The Night of the Iguana
14 July 2019
Absolutely brilliant - a mesmerising portrayal of an uncomfortable story in everyway be it acting, stage scenery, effects or costume. Funny, worrying, cruel, kind and sad - Tennesse has been done proud here. This is a must see
Alice & Carlos Confirmed ticket purchaser
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14 July 2019
Not a big fan of the play itself but overall very happy to have watched it. The acting was really great, each one of the main actors put a lot of effort in building the characters. I also liked set design, sound and weather effects. It’s quite a long show (about 3 hours including the interval), well done everyone!
Chiara Confirmed ticket purchaser
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The Night of the Iguana
14 July 2019
Absolutely loved this version. Saw the Richard Burton film in the 60's but much better seeing it on the stage. The set was very inventive and all the cast gave very creditable performances. But of course the shining star was Clive Owen. Outstanding
Jan Drury Confirmed ticket purchaser
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12 July 2019
Great play & presentation of feelings of human despair & isolation yet finding way through it encountering another. Loved the actors & set. Old theatre beautiful, not too big.
Rachel Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Amazing performance!
10 July 2019
Very impressed by the quality of all actors, who brought their characters to life with solid performances. Especially impressed with Clive Owen. Highly recommend seeing this!
Ellaine Confirmed ticket purchaser
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10 July 2019
We saw the show on Monday and it’s still work in progress. Too long and cumbersome. Particularly the 2nd act and the (boring) final delivery of the poem. By Nonno. Almost killed me. Some good performances (the female characters were the best) but for me Clive Owen was over wrought and not very believable.... the role needs more subtlety.
Nick T Confirmed ticket purchaser
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7 July 2019
Amazing!!!
AG Confirmed ticket purchaser
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Good Performances
7 July 2019
It starts off a little sleepy but the 2nd act pulls it all together and expands on the characters.
Karen Confirmed ticket purchaser
