Birdsong

Synopsis

A mesmerising story of love, courage and sacrifice is now brought to the stage in this critically acclaimed version of Sebastian Faulks's bestselling novel. An epic tale of love and war set both before and during the Great War. In pre war France, a young Englishman Stephen Wraysford embarks on a passionate and dangerous affair with the beautiful Isabelle Azaire that turns their world upside down. As the war breaks out over the idyll of his former life, Stephen must lead his men through the carnage of the Battle of the Somme and through the sprawling tunnels that lie deep under ground. Faced with the unprecedented horror of the war Stephen clings to the memory of Isabelle as his world explodes around him.

Our Review:

6 February 2013

Sebastian Faulks’ bestselling novel Birdsong was first adapted for the London stage by Rachel Wagstaff. For its first national tour, a revised version is brought to the stage by The Original Theatre Company and Birdsong Productions LTD.

This epic story of love, hope, despair and courage follows Stephen Wraysford, a young army officer, who has to lead his men through the unprecedented horrors of the Great War. His only salvation is by clinging to the memory of his passionate affair with Isabelle Azaire, hoping one day to be reunited with her.

The current production, directed by Alistair Whatley, is immediately brought to life by the excellent cast of 12. Newcomer Jonathan Smith gives a fine performance as Stephen Wraysford, both as the tormented officer and in flashbacks of the lovelorn young man. Tim Treloar is outstanding as Jack Firebrace, a sapper who must face his own personal tragedies alongside the struggles of war. The remaining cast ...

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George Crawford - 4 March 2013:

Tim Treloar was above the rest - amazing performance...

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