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Speaking In Tongues

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16 of 19(84%)customers would recommend this to a friend.

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Review 1 for Speaking In Tongues

5 / 5

Goosebumps....

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- Sat 12 Dec 2009 @

Favourite moment: The dance:-) @

Posted 14/12/2009

by EiriniV

Location: Southampton

I am not a theatre expert but I have to say this is the first time every single one of the actors is brilliant.... The set was genius, a great amount of effort was put to transport the audience to 6(?) different places with the simplest objects...
The play itself was very intense... It was really mirroring the last days of a couple that used to be in love.... I got goosebumps at the end! It was a stunning ending!!!!
Highly recommended!

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- Sat 12 Dec 2009 @

Favourite moment: The dance:-) @

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Review 2 for Speaking In Tongues

4 / 5

Intelligent and entertaining

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- Fri 4 Dec 2009 @

Posted 07/12/2009

by Jaytona

The acting was incredible and the play brilliantly written. A few 'expected surprises' were thrown in but they managed to avoid coming off as cheesey or contrived. A thought provoking piece and an intelligent look at the dynamics of relationships and human nature.

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Review 3 for Speaking In Tongues

4 / 5

Speaking in Tongues - Excellent...

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- Sat 5 Dec 2009 @

Favourite moment: Favourite moment was when John was being interviewed by the policeman, and the outcome!!!!!! @

Posted 06/12/2009

by deb593

Location: Hertfordshire

This play although I thought was over priced, was brilliant, very deep in places, I could relate to many of the scenes. I was on the edge of my seat at times. Different bits keep coming back to me, what a shame it is only showing for a limited period. I would recommend it. I don’t think it’s to be taken light heartedly.

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- Sat 5 Dec 2009 @

Favourite moment: Favourite moment was when John was being interviewed by the policeman, and the outcome!!!!!! @

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Review 4 for Speaking In Tongues

4 / 5

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- Wed 2 Dec 2009 @

Favourite moment: All through the play @

Posted 04/12/2009

by JaneandTony

Location: Worcester

Excellent production, which with the rather different begining was acted by all cast very well. A really good afternoon's entertainment and it was nice to visit this lovely old threatre whose staff were first class

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- Wed 2 Dec 2009 @

Favourite moment: All through the play @

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Review 5 for Speaking In Tongues

4 / 5

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- Wed 2 Dec 2009 @

Favourite moment: At the beginning of Act 2 when the actors were performing their synchronised monologues @

Posted 03/12/2009

by Anonymous

Brilliant acting and a wonderfully intricate plot made for excellent theatre and lively post show discussions

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- Wed 2 Dec 2009 @

Favourite moment: At the beginning of Act 2 when the actors were performing their synchronised monologues @

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Review 6 for Speaking In Tongues

4 / 5

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- Wed 25 Nov 2009 @

Posted 26/11/2009

by Anonymous

intriguing, well acted and would highly recommend.

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Review 7 for Speaking In Tongues

5 / 5

speaking in tounges will keep you talking all day

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- Sat 21 Nov 2009 @

Favourite moment: Leon introduces himself as Harold. @

Posted 22/11/2009

by PDoe

Location: Chelmsford

Did not really know what to expect. But right from the start we were captivated by the clever use of language the simplicity of the set and acting of such a high standard you forgot this is their day job.
Not suitable for youngsters not just because of the adult nature of the story but there is a few ripe phrases in context.

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- Sat 21 Nov 2009 @

Favourite moment: Leon introduces himself as Harold. @

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Review 8 for Speaking In Tongues

4 / 5

Is this what awaits me?

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- Mon 16 Nov 2009 @

Posted 17/11/2009

by FaustArp

Location: London

Speaking in Tongues in all it's brilliance is certainly not the kind of play you want to take your partner too if there has ever been any question of infidelity, or perhaps it is?

Speaking in Tongues forces you to confront the realities of marriage and mid-life, which fortunately still await me.

The cast move seamlessly between characters and their performances compensate for a sparse set.

Foreboding for some, comforting for others, or all too close to home...I would highly recommend Speaking in Tongues for a thought provoking, and entertaining evening.

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- Mon 16 Nov 2009 @

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Review 9 for Speaking In Tongues

4 / 5

Pleased but puzzled

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- Sat 14 Nov 2009 @

Favourite moment: Difficult question...probably the cross talk between the four characters. @

Posted 16/11/2009

by Gjay

Location: South East

With the unusual benefit of nearly front row seats we weremost impressed with the quality of the professionalism, the attention to detail in gesture and posture was amazing. The sets were imaginative and refreshing, the sory line cleverly constructed. We left having appluaded with genuine appreciation and then discovered that neither of us understood the final conclusion! Who did what to whom? Maybe we are sad or just had a lapse of attention, can anyone help us out please?

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- Sat 14 Nov 2009 @

Favourite moment: Difficult question...probably the cross talk between the four characters. @

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Review 10 for Speaking In Tongues

5 / 5

Speaking in Tongues is well worth the watch!

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- Sat 31 Oct 2009 @

Posted 13/11/2009

by Anonymous

I was surprised at just how good this play was, the actors and actresses were amazing, jumping from one character to the next. They spoke clearly and precisely. In certain parts of the play I felt like I was in it... the adrenaline was really pumping.

I'd recommend this as a MUST see!

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Review 11 for Speaking In Tongues

5 / 5

speaking in tongues had an extremely clever plot

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- Fri 6 Nov 2009 @

Favourite moment: The use of technology when the girl was running through the wood @

Posted 07/11/2009

by cahore09

Location: london

This play kept you at the edge of your seat. It was an extremely clever plot. Albeit a little confusing at the beginning of the second half but this added to its intensity. All four actors were brilliant. It was refreshingly different and a lot better than I expected. I would highly recommend this play.

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- Fri 6 Nov 2009 @

Favourite moment: The use of technology when the girl was running through the wood @

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Review 12 for Speaking In Tongues

2 / 5

Speaking in Tongues wasn't worth the price

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- Wed 28 Oct 2009 @

Favourite moment: None @

Posted 01/11/2009

by cagey

Location: London

While the acting was good, the play was hard to follow. The story left a lot to be desired. It was one of the plays I'm sorry I spent money on. This happens only once in a great while in London.

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Review 13 for Speaking In Tongues

4 / 5

John Simm is hot!

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- Thu 22 Oct 2009 @

Favourite moment: When the two male characters have their conversation at the bar (first half). @

Posted 23/10/2009

by blondenotbimbo

Location: Essex

Interesting, somewhat complex play. No dozing off for this one as the plot plus subplot took continuous concentration. The first half was excellent; the second half different with different characters (same actors) and the ending somewhat abrupt. My friend next to me, said 'Is that it'? However, all in all brilliantly acted, a lesson in 'six degrees of separation' and who wouldn't be happy with anything that JS is in. He is such a fine, versatile actor.

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- Thu 22 Oct 2009 @

Favourite moment: When the two male characters have their conversation at the bar (first half). @

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Review 14 for Speaking In Tongues

5 / 5

speaking in tongues fantastic

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- Sat 10 Oct 2009 @

Favourite moment: All of it. @

Posted 21/10/2009

by silverlea

Location: Lancashire

My friend and I went to watch this on the 10 Oct 09 and it was amazing. It wasn't your usual drama it was very confusing at times but kept you guessing and not wanting to miss the next bit. Although I went to see John Simm the other three actors were amazing too. If I lived in London I would definatley go and see it again.

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- Sat 10 Oct 2009 @

Favourite moment: All of it. @

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Review 15 for Speaking In Tongues

5 / 5

Speaking InTongues - Wow

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- Sat 17 Oct 2009 @

Favourite moment: The way that the separate plots slowing gelled into an amazing story @

Posted 20/10/2009

by RooBear

Location: Leicestershire

John Simm, is there anything this man is not excellent in, though Ian Hart was fantastic. But, I may have selected the wrong play to celebrate my wedding anniversary (infidelity)
If you are a fan of John Simm this is a must.

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- Sat 17 Oct 2009 @

Favourite moment: The way that the separate plots slowing gelled into an amazing story @

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Review 16 for Speaking In Tongues

4 / 5

Stunning Performances

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- Sat 17 Oct 2009 @

Favourite moment: John Simm's character being "sussed" as a policeman! @

Posted 20/10/2009

by Soccerboy

Location: Suffolk

What a change from big West End musicals! Yes - John Simm was the magnet that drew us to the Duke of Yorks - but this was a riveting play and all the actors were superb. Not to be recommended if your concentration levels are not high..! The plot was complex but with a final twist at the end of the play. Absolutely suited to the intimate setting of the Duke of Yorks.

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- Sat 17 Oct 2009 @

Favourite moment: John Simm's character being "sussed" as a policeman! @

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Review 17 for Speaking In Tongues

1 / 5

First act, first half

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- Sat 3 Oct 2009 @

Favourite moment: None @

Posted 04/10/2009

by Lolty

The irritating nature of the dialogue - two people saying the same thing - in the first half of Act 1 conditioned my view of the whole play. As with others, we nearly walked out at the interval.

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- Sat 3 Oct 2009 @

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Review 18 for Speaking In Tongues

4 / 5

Speaking in Tongues

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- Thu 24 Sep 2009 @

Posted 27/09/2009

by Anon1

Extremely good, acting superb, came out wishing to know more.

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Review 19 for Speaking In Tongues

3 / 5

comedy or tragedy?

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- Thu 24 Sep 2009 @

Favourite moment: Ian Hart @

Posted 25/09/2009

by msblob

Location: North London

I am a big fan of both Kerry Fox and Ian Hart. I am waning on my enthusiasm for John Simm. When the play started with a rather self conscious style of speaking together, I thought I might have to make a run for it. (my husband disagreed - he loved it, like music he said). The play soon settled in and allowed the 4 fine actors to get a grip on their parts, but I was perplexed when some people sitting near me started to laugh. Oh! oh? A comedy? In the 2nd half which became more intense John Simm, playing the role of the heart breaking neighbour, sensed that his role was causing some amusement (with those same people behind me), and completely hammed up the rest of his speech. I wondered if the rest of the cast were seething like I was.
On the plus side, the performances are great (John Simm is a fine actor but I fear some ego has slipped in since Life On Mars) and the set is delicious, though a technical error meant I had a bright light coming straight at me through the screen spoiling the wonderful images.
This is a production that needs tidying up. Get rid of the humour, keep John Simm on course, and then I'd tick the yes box. oh and if like me you have seen Lantana, and enjoyed it, hold on to your hat.

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- Thu 24 Sep 2009 @

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