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The Relapse
Barbican Pit
(10th April 96 - 15th June 96)

Review by Darren Dalglish
11th May 96

Oh, what a breath of fresh air, after recently seeing a lot of bad theatre (End Game, Designated Mourner etc.,) it was nice to see some good stuff! This play written in 1697 by John Vanbrugh has been brilliantly produced by the RSC, with Ian Judge directing

This is a light, mischievous, lusty comedy, where all the characters are trying to get it a way with each other, but it's all done in good taste of course.

The costumes and sets are a delight which gives the play a nice feel to it. But, it is the acting that makes this a good play, it is acting at its best.The best performance coming from Victor Spinetti who plays Lord Foppington. His face is a dream, just looking at him made me laugh. There is also a fine performance from Susan Tracy who played Berinthia.

This play lasts 3 hours and time goes fast, give yourself a treat and see this.

(Darren Dalglish)

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