The Reviews For Cyrano de Bergerac Are In!
Scarlet, July 2nd, 2026
Edmond Rostand's timeless tale receives the critics verdict...
Edmond Rostand's tale of love, identity and sacrifice returned to the West End in a new production from the Royal Shakespeare Company. Following its acclaimed run in Stratford-upon-Avon, Cyrano de Bergerac arrived at the Noel Coward Theatre with Adrian Lester leading the cast as Cyrano. Blending swordplay with witty verses and heart-breaking romance, this fresh take on a theatrical classic reminds audiences with Cyrano has endured for more than a century.
But what did the critics think?
"Adrian Lester is sensational in this pitch perfect RSC overhaul of the classic romantic drama. Simon Evans's production is both exhilaratingly theatrical and deeply moving, balancing laugh-out-loud comedy with genuine heartbreak." - Time Out
"I'm here to report that Lester is the best warrior-wooer I've come across since Derek Jacobi brought this same character to the Barbican late in 1983. It's a performance of immense wit, warmth and emotional depth." - London Theatre
"Adrian Lester is perfect. He combines swagger, vulnerability and dazzling verbal dexterity in a performance that anchors a production of tremendous style and feeling." - The Times
"Utterly exquisite. This adaptation feels fresh and immediate while remaining true to the spirit of Rostand's beloved play, with a cast performing at the very top of their game." - WhatsOnStage
"Another RSC must-see. This imaginative revival combines spectacle with intimacy, delivering a Cyrano that is both thrillingly entertaining and emotionally resonant." - The Telegraph
