Love Labours Won by Ryan J-W Smith  

I am not, and never will be, a fan of William Shakespeare or his work, and I know this makes me somewhat of a philistine, but hey that’s life.

The Rogue Shakespeare Company however, well that’s a different story judging by the performance of this play I witnessed.

This play in the style of The Bard, written and directed by Ryan J-W Smith is to my point of view far better than anything that came out of Stratford, the text, written in rhyme that does just that is funny and informative, the action pacey and using a lot of the devices common to the genre this seven strong all female cast make the most of every word as the tale unfolds.

The minimalistic set, just two benches are all that is there, the excellent direction and performances form the talented cast make this a show well worth attending. It is easy to see why it was so critically acclaimed last year.

****

G

Fringe Programme Page No

205

Company

Rogue Shakespeare Company

Venue Name and Number

Gilded Balloon Theatre Company V 14

Dates and Times

1 to 27 August 16.30 to 17.30

Comedy 2007

Music 2007

Others 2007

Theatre 2007

Musicals 2007

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