Post by joem on Dec 28, 2016 13:26:46 GMT
I have noticed this has been nominated for several "Offies", unsurprisingly in the technical categories.
It is very well produced, especially bearing in mind the smallness of the Old Red Lion stage, with the limited space inventively and creatively used to create a sense of space and to isolate different actions in different areas. Together with the use of special effects this really makes it a West End production in a tiny fringe space.
BUT... the play is a creaky old relic. Credited with having inspired The Rocky Horrow Show it looks as if it's going to be fun but the horror bits make Scooby Doo positively terrifying by comparison and the comedy, such as it is, pretty dated. Which is a shame given the above and given some smart acting with great tempo and ensemble work.
I am a great fan and supporter of fringe work. However some plays are justly neglected and this is one of them.
It is very well produced, especially bearing in mind the smallness of the Old Red Lion stage, with the limited space inventively and creatively used to create a sense of space and to isolate different actions in different areas. Together with the use of special effects this really makes it a West End production in a tiny fringe space.
BUT... the play is a creaky old relic. Credited with having inspired The Rocky Horrow Show it looks as if it's going to be fun but the horror bits make Scooby Doo positively terrifying by comparison and the comedy, such as it is, pretty dated. Which is a shame given the above and given some smart acting with great tempo and ensemble work.
I am a great fan and supporter of fringe work. However some plays are justly neglected and this is one of them.
