Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

Synopsis

Set in the early 1960s, Edward Albee’s explosive play captures the mood of a society on the brink of massive change. Ferociously funny and emotionally raw, this is a compelling rollercoaster ride into the darkest depths of love and marriage. Fifty years after the original play was set, the emotive issues raised are as relevant now as they were then. The 1960s were classed as a sexual, political and musical revolution, when risks were taken and groundbreaking changes evolved. This new production will provide a sexy, sassy, and stirring look into the volatile world of relationships.

Our Review:

24 September 2011

Bolton Octagon director David Thacker delivers again with his production of Edward Albee’s award-winning play Who’s Afraid Of Virginia Woolf? Set in 1950s America, this is a poignant and symbolic piece of writing that has been translated into visual perfection.

Focused around four characters - George (George Irving), Martha (Margot Leicester), Honey (Tammy Joelle) and Nick (Kieran Hill) - the narrative is at once filled with bleakness and humour, both couples playing a series of games in an effort to hide some of their most painful truths. It’s not Virginia Woolf they are afraid of, rather it is the prospect of unveiling their illusions...

The cast are extremely tight, getting laughs in all the right places and never faltering in terms of stage presence and accents.
In particular- Irving shines as George, with his dry delivery and natural flair for performing. His rapport with each character ...

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Carol - 4 October 2011:

Excellent production and acting by George Irving and Margot Leicester - loved it....

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