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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
Review: PYGMALION at Swan Theatre, Worcester A good opportunity to see a seminal work by one of the 20th Century greats. ★★★☆☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
Review: THE ANASTASIA FILE at Malvern Theatre Ryton’s gripping two-hander is a tense exploration of truth versus delusion. ★★★★☆ t.co/fjWDAJLMyx @MalvernTheatres
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
Review: ONCE UPON A TIME IN SOKOTO at Oxford Playhouse Theatre A rare chance to encounter a little-known period in African history that continues to impact on our modern world. ★★★★☆ t.co/y1qAfrq3wg @OxfordPlayhouse
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
Review: CHAUNTECLEER & PERTELOTTE at Alma Tavern Theatre Winning performances from a pair of actors possessed of boundless energy. ★★★★☆ t.co/QvpePXhirO @AlmaBristol
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
Review: THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO at Oxford Playhouse Theatre The sharp social satire is given a breath of new life. ★★★★☆ t.co/aXh8TO67EH @OxfordPlayhouse
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Review: THE OCEAN CAN BE A BRIDGE at The Alma Tavern Theatre A stateliness emanates from Benoit-Joyce’s interpretation ★★★☆☆ t.co/CqQayHC20U @AlmaBristol
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Review: AS YOU LIKE IT at RSC Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon A thoroughly interesting and idiosyncratic production of As You Like It. ★★★★☆ t.co/IR4mvVLgZ8 @TheRSC
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
What’s On at Theatres Theatre lovers! StageTalk Magazine is pleased to announce our new feature.
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Review: August Wilson's FENCES at Oxford Playhouse Theatre An impressive revival of August Wilson's classic drama of family and race. ★★★★★ t.co/vFyPcPJtSK @OxfordPlayhouse
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Review: MURDER BEFORE EVENSONG at The Watermill Theatre An excellent cast of eight playing 17 different characters from Coles’ original novel ★★★★☆ t.co/pE600qwM4s @WatermillTh
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Review: APPLICATION 39 at Bristol Old Vic Weston Studio An important, heartfelt piece of agitprop laced with dark comedy. ★★★★☆ t.co/paWDspa5C5 @BristolOldVic
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Review: DON GIOVANNI at Tobacco Factory Theatres Giovanni has to be a baddie, and in Samuel Pantcheff we have just the guy. ★★★★★ t.co/IczDR42LX3 @tftheatres
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Review: DAUNTLESS: GRACE O'MALLEY, PIRATE QUEEN at The Wardrobe Theatre A splendid piece of masterful story-telling. ★★★★☆ t.co/xcioC6LzDd @WardrobeTheatre
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Review: HOPE HUNT AND THE ASCENSION INTO LAZARUS at The Mount Without, Bristol This poignant, uplifting and distinctive solo is not to be missed. ★★★★☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Review: BLOOD BROTHERS at Oxford Playhouse Theatre Willy Russell’s tragic tale has a powerful mythic quality which ensures it will endure. ★★★★☆ t.co/Xc4LZxvkuP @OxfordPlayhouse
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Review: JULIET AND ROMEO at Bristol Old Vic A cleverly constructed piece that transforms Shakespeare’s doomed lovers into ordinary middle-aged people experiencing the rigours of life. ★★★★☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Review: UNDER MILK WOOD at Bath Theatre Royal The ease and warmth with which he holds his audience is a quite remarkable testament to his brilliance as an actor. ★★★★☆ t.co/Vv9FaRP87V @TheatreRBath
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Review: TRISTAN & YSEULT at Bath Theatre Royal An immensely enjoyable, euphoric celebration of theatre itself. ★★★★★ t.co/jDccezAehT @TheatreRBath
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Review: A GHOST AMONG THE LIVING at Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham A powerful and haunting reimagining of four tales from the master of the macabre. ★★★★☆ t.co/vQS3LIVDSw @EverymanChelt
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Review: BADGERS at Bristol Old Vic Weston Studio Malaika Kegode is someone who can take the eternal problems of society and psychology and cast them in a new light.★★★★☆ t.co/GVhcQEeHNc @BristolOldVic
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Review: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham This Earnest is witty, romantic and gloriously playful ★★★★☆ t.co/WZYQf7aFsF @EverymanChelt
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Review: ACTION HERO: A SONG & DANCE at The Wardrobe Theatre Action Hero turns stage fright into a funny, looping act of collective reassurance. ★★★★☆ t.co/3QIjXfxeqX @WardrobeTheatre
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Review: PRESENT LAUGHTER at Bath Theatre Royal A novel take on ‘The Master’ with a central performance that is a revelation leaving us wanting more ★★★★☆ t.co/meb3Wqzufj @TheatreRBath
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Review: Matthew Bourne's THE CAR MAN at Bristol Hippodrome A highly successful and it has to be said, sexy, repurposing of a much loved cultural classic. ★★★★★ t.co/wS98LZMjpj @BristolHipp
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Review: YES, PRIME MINISTER at The Barn Theatre, Cirencester The Barn’s sitcom revival brings laughs….and questions. ★★★☆☆ t.co/cpQj1EEKJK @theBarnTheatre
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Review: SONG OF THE CROW at The Wardrobe Theatre A thoroughly engaging show, full of music and mystery, and the strange power of folklore. ★★★★☆ t.co/GiWPgx2GPU @WardrobeTheatre
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
Review: THINGS I'VE NEVER SAID at The Redgrave Theatre, Bristol The energy, commitment and sheer skill of these young dancers is a joy to watch. ★★★★☆ t.co/AQWGGTLK2O @RedgraveTheatre
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Review: ANNIE at Bristol Hippodrome Fresh spirited and filled with enthusiasm ★★★☆☆ t.co/efP3qBBMU0 @BristolHipp
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
REVIEW; THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD at Bath Theatre Royal The play offers little cheer in a cold war world that never really left us ★★★☆☆ t.co/orr6ec9mJW @TheatreRBath
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REVIEW; THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD at Bath Theatre Royal - StageTalk Magazine
The play offers little cheer in a cold war world that never really left us ★★★☆☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Review: The Marriage Of Figaro at Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham Director Danielle de Niese brings zest to this travelling production of Figaro, part of the Wild Arts Summer Opera Tour. ★★★★★
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Review: The Marriage Of Figaro at Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham - StageTalk Magazine
Director Danielle de Niese brings zest to this travelling production of Figaro, part of the Wild Arts Summer Opera Tour. ★★★★★
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Review: WAITRESS at Bristol Hippodrome A mouthwatering production, at times cheesy and a touch sweet, but never hard baked. ★★★★☆ t.co/UM7oMTVzXe @BristolHipp
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Review: WAITRESS at Bristol Hippodrome - StageTalk Magazine
A mouthwatering production, at times cheesy and a touch sweet, but never hard baked. ★★★★☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Review; HANSEL AND GRETEL at Longborough Opera Festival, GL55 0QF Another triumph for this adventurous festival ★★★★★ t.co/nyqsWJNznY @lfotweet
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Review; HANSEL AND GRETEL at Longborough Opera Festival, GL55 0QF - StageTalk Magazine
Another triumph for this adventurous festival ★★★★★
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Review: OUR MAN IN HAVANA at Oxford Playhouse Theatre Moving at a hectic pace with dextrous scene changes this is a faithful reflection of Greene's original book ★★★★☆ t.co/OSvzjpDWkh @OxfordPlayhouse
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Review: OUR MAN IN HAVANA at Oxford Playhouse Theatre - StageTalk Magazine
Moving at a hectic pace with dextrous scene changes this is a faithful reflection of Greene's original book ★★★★☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Review: Teechers at Bath Theatre Royal Captures the gauche enthusiasm and non-stop energy of teenagers who have discovered the joys of drama. ★★★☆☆ t.co/NIkG8a2mOi @TheatreRBath
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Review: Teechers at Bath Theatre Royal - StageTalk Magazine
Captures the gauche enthusiasm and non-stop energy of teenagers who have discovered the joys of drama. ★★★☆☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
Review: Sherlock Holmes And The Mystery Of The Governor's Nose at West country outdoor venues An hilarious mash-up in the wonderfully British tradition of summer theatre shows. ★★★★☆
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Review: Sherlock Holmes And The Mystery Of The Governor's Nose at West country outdoor venues - StageTalk Magazine
An hilarious mash-up in the wonderfully British tradition of summer theatre shows. ★★★★☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
Review: Carmen at Northcott Theatre, Exeter Sung in French, the quality of the voices was notable. ★★★★☆
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Review: Carmen at Northcott Theatre, Exeter - StageTalk Magazine
Sung in French, the quality of the voices was notable. ★★★★☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
Review: THE TEMPEST at Bristol Old Vic Weston Studio A clear, playful and generous account of The Tempest. ★★★★☆ t.co/yJariXJM9d @BristolOldVic
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Review: THE TEMPEST at Bristol Old Vic Weston Studio - StageTalk Magazine
A clear, playful and generous account of The Tempest. ★★★★☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Review: THE CHERRY ORCHARD at The Swan Theatre, Stratford-Upon-Avon A modern version of The Cherry Orchard, sticking to the essence of the action which gives the language a contemporary edge ★★★☆☆ t.co/yc6ChCr2Zv @TheRSC
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Review: THE CHERRY ORCHARD at The Swan Theatre, Stratford-Upon-Avon - StageTalk Magazine
A modern version of The Cherry Orchard, sticking to the essence of the action which gives the language a contemporary edge ★★★☆☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Review: MISS SAIGON at Bristol Hippodrome There is an abundance of spectacle, but this is a very human story, powerfully told. ★★★★☆ t.co/PDJaxbvjVi @BristolHipp
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Review: MISS SAIGON at Bristol Hippodrome - StageTalk Magazine
There is an abundance of spectacle, but this is a very human story, powerfully told. ★★★★☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
Review; NORTHANGER ABBEY at The Commandery, Worcester A quintessentially English summer evening ★★★★☆
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Review; NORTHANGER ABBEY at The Commandery, Worcester - StageTalk Magazine
A quintessentially English summer evening ★★★★☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Review: BLACK IS THE COLOUR OF MY VOICE at Bristol Old Vic The audience celebrated both Campbell and Simone, two very special performers. ★★★★☆ t.co/yi3HA15OM3 @BristolOldVic
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Review: BLACK IS THE COLOUR OF MY VOICE at Bristol Old Vic - StageTalk Magazine
The audience celebrated both Campbell and Simone, two very special performers. ★★★★☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Review: EQUUS at Bath Theatre Royal A piece of extraordinary theatre that can still shock. ★★★★☆ t.co/fumQiRpa4A @TheatreRBath
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Review: EQUUS at Bath Theatre Royal - StageTalk Magazine
A piece of extraordinary theatre that can still shock. ★★★★☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Review: THE LAST LAUGH at Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham Three very different people united in their driving desire to ‘make’em laugh’. ★★★★☆ t.co/Ejkhn2U5wX @EverymanChelt
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Review: THE LAST LAUGH at Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham - StageTalk Magazine
Three very different people united in their driving desire to ‘make’em laugh’. ★★★★☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Review: The Rocky Horror Show at Bristol Hippodrome Die-hard fans will love it, but I'd challenge the director to think harder about how to keep my generation feeling included too. ★★★☆☆ t.co/9vSuhG86ru @BristolHipp
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Review: The Rocky Horror Show at Bristol Hippodrome - StageTalk Magazine
Die-hard fans will love it, but I'd challenge the director to think harder about how to keep my generation feeling included too. ★★★☆☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Review: GLOVE FULLA VASELINE at The Alma Tavern Theatre, Bristol An amiably discursive show featuring clever songs and some good jokes. ★★★☆☆ t.co/oiduH6xOFm @AlmaBristol
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Review: GLOVE FULLA VASELINE at The Alma Tavern Theatre, Bristol - StageTalk Magazine
An amiably discursive show featuring clever songs and some good jokes. ★★★☆☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Review: LULU at Tobacco Factory Theatres The students proved themselves absolutely capable of meeting the challenges with a performance that could be both hard-edged yet witty, sometimes almost unworldly. ★★★★☆ t.co/i8sXHFgYaX @tftheatres
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Review: LULU at Tobacco Factory Theatres - StageTalk Magazine
The students proved themselves absolutely capable of meeting the challenges with a performance that could be both hard-edged yet witty, sometimes almost unworldly. ★★★★☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Review; CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG at The Watermill Theatre, Newbury The stage bursts with joy in a production that has everything one might want from family entertainment ★★★★★
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Review; CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG at The Watermill Theatre, Newbury - StageTalk Magazine
The stage bursts with joy in a production that has everything one might want from family entertainment ★★★★★
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Review: FAWLTY TOWERS at Bath Theatre Royal The moustachioed Danny Bayne pulls it off, admirably, as the irascible Basil Fawlty. ★★★★☆ t.co/xBvmrVQxTU @TheatreRBath
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Review: FAWLTY TOWERS at Bath Theatre Royal - StageTalk Magazine
The moustachioed Danny Bayne pulls it off, admirably, as the irascible Basil Fawlty. ★★★★☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
Review; MACBETH at Longborough Festival Opera, GL 55 0QF Some great moments with standout arias and a superb 62-piece orchestra ★★★☆☆
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Review; MACBETH at Longborough Festival Opera, GL 55 0QF - StageTalk Magazine
Some great moments with standout arias and a superb 62-piece orchestra ★★★☆☆
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stagetalkmag.bsky.social @stagetalkmag.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Review; TRISTAN UND ISOLDE at Longborough Festival Opera, GL56 0QF A triumphant revival; holding the audience in its grip until the shattering climax ★★★★★
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Review; TRISTAN UND ISOLDE at Longborough Festival Opera, GL56 0QF - StageTalk Magazine
A triumphant revival; holding the audience in its grip until the shattering climax ★★★★★
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