Return to the Forbidden Planet

A bold move for Tudor, but a very good one. Faye O’Leary’s fast moving production had all the elements of a sure fire hit. A hopeless romantic (Cookie, the ships cook played by Dan Anketell). The Love interest (Miranda, played by Charlotte Gaunt) and the mad Scientist (Doctor Prospero, Played by Paul Lumsden). Every time I see a Tudor production they get better and better. The set, though simple, was very effective. The costumes were very good, and I enjoyed being meet at the door by the crew of the spaceship. The music was ideal. I just love 60’s and 70’s. Three members of the company stood out for me. Paula O’Hare as Gloria, fantastic performance. Richard Ham as Ariel, I don’t know how he managed to stay upright on the skates all evening. And Charlotte Gaunt. I have seen this young lady progress through the ranks. What an outstanding voice and presence. A really entertaining evening.

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