The Reviews For Teeth N Smiles Are In!
A star that prioritises pleasure for her audience!
Reviews are rolling in for Teeth 'n' Smiles at London's Duke of York's Theatre, and it sounds like this gritty revival starring Self Esteem (aka Rebecca Lucy Taylor) is hitting loud, with unanimous acclaim for Taylor in particular.
David Hare's cult play - now marking its 50th anniversary - throws us back to a pre-punk world of electric ambition, with a dash of ego. The story follows Maggie Frisby, a once-iconic frontwoman now spiralling through booze, burnout, and brutal honesty, clinging to a voice (and a legacy) that won't fade away so quietly.
It's messy, it's loud, and critics are weighing in - read on to see what they're saying.
Teeth N Smiles London Reviews
"[Taylor] gives a formidable portrayal of a talent in free fall, fighting off her demons while making life just about impossible for everyone around her." - The Times
"Self Esteem proves that star casting doesn't have to turn the West End into I'm a Celeb" - The Independent
"The show comes alive with every song. Taylor becomes magnetic. The sound, by Ben and Max Ringham, moves though you. But the dialogue does not have enough meat on its bones." - The Guardian
"Taylor, who recently starred in the West End production of Cabaret, goes at the part with an impressively blank-eyed force." - The Telegraph
"The singer also known as Self Esteem offers a raw, impassioned performance in David Hare's dated rock drama" - TimeOut
"Taylor is not only an incendiary performer, but also arguably one of the most exciting and intelligent recording artists in pop and there's no question that her casting in Daniel Raggett's production gives the entire undertaking credibility and thrill." - The Stage
