All's Well That Ends Well

The Telegraph“Not yet reviewed”

Remotegoat.co.uk“Not yet reviewed”

this is london“The performances are uniformly excellent...” In Marianne Elliott’s gorgeous production the textures of this layered and awkward work are fully explored. Elliott’s direction has a clarity not far short of visionary...

The Independent“Among the men, the finest work is done in the minor parts...” With a cast that drifts in and out of audibility, this All's Well needs more attention to basics, including the human need, far more basic than that for diversion, to be reassured that our yearnings are taken seriously by kindly gods.

The Times“A gorgeous mix of Gormenghast and Grimm... ” Clare Higgins is so formidable and true as the Countess of Rossillion, the dauntingly reproachful mother of Rainsford’s callow, ruttish Bertram and there is fine comic relief from Conleth Hill as Bertram’s fake friend, the braggart soldier Parol

Whatsonstage.com“We’re transported straight away to another world...” Superbly played by Clare Higgins as the Countess and Michelle Terry as Helena. Higgins' rather stern demeanour disguises her true feelings, so the audience remains in suspense - it’s a beautifully played scene.

Guardian“Elliott gives us a fairytale for grown-ups...” The joy of the production is that it balances romance and realism. Bertram's idiocy in initally rejecting Helena is explained when we see him conducting adolescent sword-fights with imaginary foes. And Parolles' vanity is neatly captured.

Time Out“The setting is a darkly expressionist nature...” The result – despite the unsubtle and unnecessary souring of smiles on the faces of reunited couple Helena and Bertram as the lights dim – is an unusually warm and engaging staging of one of Shakespeare’s most neglected mature works.

Financial Times“Elliott highlights the points at which it parts with fairytale tradition...” Marianne Elliott’s immensely imaginative staging draws out uncertainty of the title. This beautifully acted production finds the heart of the tale in the loving relationship between Bertram’s mother and Helena...

The Stage“Michelle Terry as Helena, gives a powerful, heartfelt performance...” The newlyweds’ equivocal expressions in the final seconds add a necessary ironic touch to an immensely enjoyable evening.