Get into the Doll’s House Debate

January 15th, 2011 by Frances Loy

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A DOLL'S HOUSE IS STIRRING UP A STORM

Though some nights are sold out, there are still plenty of tickets left available

"Theatre Delicatessen's arresting and strangely persuasive pop-up version, directed by Frances Loy, honours the original, while challenging the notion that men and women are now equal in society...the cross-gender casting of the male characters intimates how women are still expected to contort themselves into roles dictated by men. At the same time, there's a strong sense of vindication in the skill with which the performers pull off the impersonations"
THE INDEPENDENT

"Frances Loy's all female production takes care to judge both genders equally...(it) throws every social opposition - class, wealth, race - into sharp relief on the traverse stage...the re-evaluation of every character is a sign of the intelligence of this production"
TIME OUT CRITIC'S CHOICE

"Sophie Reynolds’ adaptation of what is perhaps Ibsen’s most famous play is absolutely captivating...A Doll’s House is typically hailed as the first truly feminist play, and, with an all-female cast, this production does justice to that reputation. Not, we must add, in a male-hating, burning-your-bra sort of way, but in an intelligent and thought-provoking way."
THE LONDONIST

"The scandal caused by A Doll’s House when first released is easy to forget...But what feels most uncomfortable today is Theatre Delicatessen’s reminder of just how modern the play’s themes still are."
THE LONDON VIEW

"Every detail has been thought of carefully and the proof is in the pudding, the result is a production that effortlessly draws in its audience, makes it think and leaves it affected. Definitely one not to miss!"
THE PUBLIC REVIEWS

"This is a classic play with a message for us even today to be real, sincere and share our worries with our partner in life, rather than just ‘having fun' or ‘playing a part'."
TOTALLY THEATRE

Theatre Delicatessen's lastest production has been stirring up debate and controversy across the blogs and papers in London - but ticket sales are responding as audience leave embroiled in discussion, staying late to talk over the themes and ideas with the actors and adding their comments to online reviews. It's incredibly exciting to be at the epicentre of what feels like a tidal wave of debate around what consitutes feminism today and never have we seen one of our productions result in such a hotbed of very personal experiences brought to the table. Tickets ARE selling fast but we still have some full nights available online and always have a handful available we keep back to sell on the door, so don't miss out on this massively talked about show - get involved!

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***** for Theatre Souk!

September 24th, 2010 by admin

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Reviews are coming in and so far our predictions for Theatre Souk are coming true - if you miss this you seriously miss out on the top pop-up Theatrical Event of the Year!

***** “Extraordinary odyssey through modern drama… If you get a chance, attend it, and look out for any new work from what are by now certainly one of the most exciting theatre companies in London.” Remote Goat

***** Theatre Souk offers a tremendous experience of innovative and experimental theatre and a fantastic evening out.” What’s On Stage

**** “Gutsy, innovative zeal and not a little in the way of panache… it's innovative fun, and a fascinating night out.” London Theatre

“The atmosphere’s excellent, and the audience as interactive as the performers… It’s like a vertical slice of Edinburgh Festival handily shrinkwrapped into one convenient building” Public Reviews

Trust what the critics and audience are telling you BOOK NOW!

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Theatre Souk featured on Daily Telegraph culture blog

The Daily Telegraph came in to have a look around, and recorded this video blog of Roland Smith, one of Theatre Delicatessen's artistic directors, explaining the concept behind Theatre Souk:

The Daily Telegraph culture blog


Pedal Pusher – Hit of the Fringe

August 15th, 2010 by Roland Smith

Pedal Pusher

6th-30th August at 4PM
Zoo Roxy, venue number 115

"A muscular production... nothing short of ingenious"
**** The List, Edinburgh - Top 20 Unmissable shows

""Brilliantly explored... impressive offering from Theatre Delicatessen"

**** What's On Stage


"A gripping production"
Radio 5 Live

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"In Pedal Pusher what Theatre Delicatessen managed to do with a couple of plastic chairs and some cycling shorts was pretty spectacular."
Best of the Year 2009 - Time Out

"Pedal Pusher is theatrical revolution"
www.guardian.co.uk

…the physicality of the play is as impressive as its linguistic and emotional energy"
Remote Goat

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Mercury Fur Review – 5 Stars – Remote Goat

March 8th, 2010 by admin

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Remotegoat Review of Mercury Fur

"Very little in London's recent theatrical landscape has resonated with quite the amount of sheer intensity and lacerating emotional whirlwinds as theatredelicatessen's wholly original take on Philip Ridley's Mercury Fur...

"...It is testament to Frances Loy's direction and the skills of the impressive acting cast that a certain energy that other productions can only dream about is grabbed by the throat from the opening scene and only ratcheted up to almost unbearable levels as the performance progresses. Whilst none of the acting itself can be particularly faulted, Ben Wigzell's outstanding turn as the psychotically charismatic Spinx has to be noted for its undiluted power and absolute domination of the stage at all times. A seemingly rough but ready approach to the lighting and set design serves to effortlessly draw the audience into the skewed, turbulently young and incandescent world of the play through the space."

-- Patrick Cash, remotegoat.co.uk

Read the full review here

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Mercury Fur – Only 2 weeks left

March 2nd, 2010 by admin

Mercury Fur by Philip Ridley

There are now only 2 weeks / 10 performances left of theatredelicatessen's production of Philip Ridley's Mercury Fur. Audience and Critical responses have been phenominal. BOOK NOW to avoid disappointment.

Critical Response

"Almost unbearable to watch yet so compelling you can't stop watching...There are some standout performances from the young cast, and the play is perfectly matched to this here-today-gone-tomorrow ­pop-up venue"
-- FOUR STARS, Lyn Gardner, THE GUARDIAN

"It's evidence that the controversy that greeted its premiere was not all Mercury Fur had to offer; even with its shocks somewhat blunted by foreknowledge, it just takes the right company in the right space to reveal the heart behind the horrors."
-- Matt Boothman, BRITISH THEATRE GUIDE

Audience Feedback

"Theatre Delicatessen's Mercury Fur - the best piece of theatre i have ever seen, fact. "
-- NichFleming, Twitter

"Can't recomend strongly enough. As far as I'm concerned there is nothing like this on the london stage at the moment. The acting is incredible from such a young cast. And the space fits the play perfectly. This is theatre that stays with you long after you leave."
-- Mike, WhatsOnStage Comment

"Saw Mercury Fur tonight and it was superb. It's one of my favourite plays and it was wonderful to see it again and to see it so expertly performed and staged. Well done!"
-- Jan Poklewski, Facebook theatredelicatessen page

"Saw Mercury Fur last night. Totally wow'ed by it. Thanks for a great production!"
-- Laura Whittaker, Facebook theatredelicatessen group

"Mercury Fur - gripping and deeply moving, 1 of the most exciting things I've seen recently! So impressed I may come back."
-- onealie, Twitter