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A View From the Bridge
Opens: 18/05/2011 Closes: 25/06/2011
The Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
Arthur Miller's tragic story of familial betrayal is set in 1950s Brooklyn, and tells the story of Eddie Carbone whose life takes a turn for the worse when his wife's young cousins arrive from Sicily. Eddie is played by Olivier Award winner Con O'Neill, with direction by Sarah Frankcom.
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Guardian“Impressive work...” Too often the play is reduced to the grindingly obvious moral of a man who cannot let go; O'Neill suggests that what he really wants is for the girl he has raised to fly high and free of this foul neighbourhood...
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The British Theatre Guide“Powerful emotional punch...” Teeters on the edge of melodrama without losing the audience's sympathy or belief in the characters...
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Whatsonstage.com“One steely, yet emotionally resonant production...” Frankcom's direction is subtle yet incredibly effective, leading to heart-wrenching results. Known for her slow burning scenes, View From The Bridge is no exception...
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The Stage“Remarkable staging...” Add in some fascinating social backdrop - of work as a defining instinct and the unbreakable yet unspoken codes of respect in society - and this is a deep, satisfying play. The Royal Exchange has more than done it justice...
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