Let’s start with a disclaimer, shall we? I’m not a “professional” critic, nor, sad to say, even a regular theatre-goer these days. (Further disclaimer : I live in New Delhi, and so am many, many miles from anything remotely resembling London’s amazing theatre life.) Even so, the level of bowled-over-ness …
Delhi, bizarrely, for such a major capital city does not have anything resembling a thriving theatre culture. Hardly any big overseas professional shows of any genre come here as part of their world tours. No ballet, no opera, hardly any orchestral concerts. No travelling Shakespeare, no pantomime at Christmas, no Broadway …
At first I thought it was an age thing. As in “I am SO old that clearly I don’t get the humour of youngsters today.” But then I looked at my husband and another friend our age, and they looked as mystified as I did. Then I thought, “Oh, it’s because …
On a recent trip to Hong Kong at the end of August/early September, my daughter and I (both balletomanes of note) were thrilled to be able to see a performance of “Swan Lake” by the Hong Kong Ballet. It was the first time either of us had seen this company …
This is going to be one of those gushingly enthusiastic reviews, be warned. When you see an absolutely pitch perfect, drop-dead wonderful production of Shakespeare, with not one foot put wrong at any level, what else can you do but gush ? Other than advise anyone in London who hasn’t …
