Kiss of the Spider Woman
A dreamlike play with little oases of draconian torture and unending routine, it really does draw you into its quietly seductive web
Kiss of the Spider Woman
It is a remarkable story, which leaves a lingering reminder of our ability to hate and fear as well as our ability to connect deeply to another person.
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Kiss of the Spider Woman
A dreamlike play with little oases of draconian torture and unending routine, it really does draw you into its quietly seductive web
Why see Kiss of the Spider Woman?
New production
Join the Menier Chocolate Factory for this new adaptation of Manuel Puig's provocative novel about the unlikely bond that blossoms between two cellmates as they pass the time in a Buenos Aires jail. Navigating the themes of friendship and unexpected love in captivity will be Samuel Barnett (The History Boys, Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency) and Declan Bennett, who'll star as window dresser Molina and political prisoner Valentin respectively.
First penned in 1976, Puig's novel has seen more than a few adaptations over the years, including Kander and Ebb's 1993 musical and an Oscar-winning film. Allan Barker, who translated the play for Puig's own 1983 production returns to collaborate with The Motorcycle Diaries' Jose Rivera for this highly anticipated new staging.
Reviews
Our review
Quiet two hander
The ever-adaptable space of the Menier Chocolate Factory is transformed into a stinking Buenos Aires jail cell in this tight two-hander that explores the growing romance between the chalk and cheese occupants
Kitty McCarron
Customer reviews
2 reviews, average rating: (5.0 Stars)
Nicola
Riveting
Took a little while but gradually drew me in until I was unaware of time and completely immersed
In the play. The acting was superb and convincing, I felt extremely moved at the end.
There is never a bad seat at the Menier, so you are always guaranteed a good view. ... Read more
moving and funny - a perfect performance
samuel barnett and declan bennett make this a production to savour
and remember - just loved it ! ... Read more
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