Captures the magical power of great popular music to free the spirit and empower the powerless, thanks to magnificent central performances from Helen Darbyshire as Little Voice, and from Irene Macdougall.
If the script is limited, Jemima Levick’s production is tight, courageously designed and well-acted.
Packed with entertainment, from the idiosyncrasies of the characters to the witty dialogue and catchy tunes, but in the quieter moments the poetic language of Cartwright's writing filters through, revealing raw truth and emotion behind the apparent lightheartedness.
Cartwright’s script, with its disarming mix of humour and toughness, is enhanced by the powerful performances.
The Rise and Fall of Little Voice set for Dundee Rep
The rise of Dundee Rep's Jemima Levick
Dundee Rep Theatre, Dundee from Sunday February 27, 2011, until Saturday March 19, 2011. More info: www.dundeereptheatre.co.uk
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