This play about the ongoings of backstage theatre stars Reece Shearsmith and Ken Scott. Shearsmith shines as the dresser to an ailing, slightly deranged actor. He’s overly tolerant yet amusing in all he does. The first half is an on off, on off, deliberation as to wether the play can go on with a ‘Lear’ in this state.By the second half it’s been decide that the show will indeed go on, but an irrational lead is not the only thing afflicting the company. As World War II bombs fall around them, the actors do a poor job on stage of masking their fear. The action is frantic, many of the lines are improvised and you can’t help but feel the stage manager’s anxiety. Outstanding performances from the cast and no shortage of laughs.
The Dresser can be seen @ Duke of York's Theatre until 14th January
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