Twelve Angry Men Reviews

Denise Brennan from London,

BLISS

Went yesterday to see the show. Loved it; engrossed from start to finish. As a huge fan of the 50's movie, I was concerned that I would be disappointed; could Lee J Cobb's performance be equalled? Well I have to say that Jeff Fahey's performance was magnificent; a character to be despised and yet inspire pity; brilliant. As for shouty man, excellent. Loved Robert Vaughan's old codger as well. I could go on. All good; excellent ensemble cast. Thank you for a glorious bit of theatre. Denise B

Tammy Hayes from London, via Washington DC

TWELVE ANGRY MEN

Flew in from Washing DC just to see Twelve Angry Men! The cast is superb! Robert Vaughn was wonderful! Going again to see it. If you live in London, please do not miss this masterpiece!

Paul Blakeley from Rotherham. S Yorks.

UNMISSABLE

Could not take my eyes off it. The performance gripped from the first to the last. Still relevant today. Martin Shaw and Robert Vaughn were outstanding. The subtle rotation of the table took everyone by surprise - and I was expecting it from the reviews.

MAZ HELVELLYN from WEST COUNTRY

RIVETING

Saw this 30th Jan. Seats in Grand Circle, bit squashed, some of the action was out of view, which I was aware of when booking, but I could hear every word.Loved original film and was keen to see how it transfered to stage. Marvellous, engrossing, each character portrayal so detailed. Simple set, very effective, especially clever use of revolving table. A triumph, well done to all. Glad its got a two week extension, would see it again if I could.

Donna, Alvechurch from West Midlands

GRIPPING AND WONDERFULLY ACTED AND PRODUCED

Wow, my brother and I went to see this last night and cannot recommend it enough. Every actor is believable even when the main focus of the dialogue is not on them. The tension in the room is perfectly enhanced with the clever suggestion of a humid atmosphere followed by a rain storm. As well as the twists and turns of the plot the set also shifts without you ever really noticing how. Go and see it!

Basil Hamzie from London,

EXCELLENT!

Saw it yesterday ...captivating from beginning to end!

Jane Simpson from London,

12 ANGRY MEN

Absolutely brilliant. One of the best plays I have ever seen. Totally engrossing, you could have heard a pin drop.

Lorraine from London,

AMAZING

Went to see the show today for the second time and was not disappointed. The first time around I was stuck behind a pillar and a very tall person so did not get the best of views. Today I was smack bang in the middle of row A and enjoyed every minute, and truly felt the intense atmosphere of the play The cast are all so fantastic but, and this is no slur on the other cast members Martin Shaw, Robert Vaughan, Jeff Fahey and Nick Moran are just out of this world. I am so glad that I have managed to see it once more before Mr Shaw leaves the cast this weekend. Beg borrow or steal to get a ticket because it is SO WORTH IT. On both occassions there has not been a single empty seat for the weekday matinee performances so can't begin to imagine what the evening/weekend performances must be like

Anonymous from London,

GREAT PLAY, EXCELLENT CAST, LET DOWN BY SOUND

Powerful production, very well worth seeing, but let down by the sound. Much of the sound wouldn't carry to the back of the stalls. Got a pair of headphones to use the loop system at the interval. This was better, but still often unclear. The theatre is looking really tatty as well. Can't you spend some of the inflated ticket prices on decoration, more comfortable seats and getting rId of the bare electric wires hanging out of the ceiling?

Adam from London,

FANTASTIC ENSEMBLE CAST AND POWERFUL PERFORMANCES

Saw this last night and wasn't diappointed. Jeff Fahey was outstanding, the simple set and lighting meant that the audience could fully appreciate the performances and the rumble of the picadilly line actually adds to the atmosphere! The overall experience was only slightly hampered by the outdated theatre (complete with squeaky chairs!) if you are in the stalls, the front half is a must unless you have a keen sense of hearing.

Leanne from London,

GREAT

Every bit as enthralling as the original movie. These guys did a great job. Definitely recommend it, and would go and see it again.

P B from east sussex

WHY IS THIS SHOW HYPED?

To be fair the acting is good especially Robert Vaughn and Nick the problem is the director takes the audienve for granted in good will and co-operation. We do not know the plot or who the characters are also it is unclear if it is the 1940s or 1950s unless you purchase a program. If it is the hottest day of the year wouldnt they have removed their jackets? The room is not air conditioned they occupy.

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