Audience Reaction
“We absolutely loved Parlour Song. The combination of three brilliant actors, the humour, the potent symbolism of the piece and the production values, set it out as one of the best all round theatrical experiences of the decade both for myself and my wife. We've urged all our friends to go."
“Parlour Song was excellent in all aspects - script, direction, setting, and a terrific trio of actors”
"A very good play - very clever and creative set - excellent acting by all 3 actors - we thought particularly the younger guy coming to the front of the stage, engaging the audience, was outstanding.
“We absolutely loved 'Parlour Song!' We thought it was really Pinteresque. The acting was superb. We have seen several productions at the Almeida and always look forward to our visits!”
“Parlour Song was the best show I saw during my trip - and I saw a few West End shows in addition to National Theatre and fringe shows as well. Thanks!"
"It was brilliant: the play itself; the direction and set; the acting - all living up to Almeida's legacy of putting on exceptional theatrical experiences. Could easily book to see this play again - and I don't say that too often.”
“Very interesting play; well written, sad, comedic, witty, Pinteresque. And what a wonderful actor Toby Jones is (Andrew Lincoln and Amanda Drew also excellent but Toby Jones is special)".
“I thoroughly enjoyed 'Parlour Song'. The language and characters were so well observed and beautifully interpreted by the cast. Ian Rickson added so many subtle and quite compelling details that complimented the stage design and the lighting and projections. The music was quite beautiful whilst being unobtrusive and added moments of reflection."
"The staging was inventive and supportive to the story and the performances were wonderful to watch. I cannot wait to see what Toby Jones does next."
"Enjoyed it greatly, Toby Jones’s physical comedy was fab."
“I really enjoyed Parlour Song, and was still laughing about certain scenes days after. The Almeida is my favourite theatre in London and I have seen quite a few productions there and never been disappointed.”
“Parlour Song was hilarious and darkly disturbing at the same time and Toby Jones' performance just wonderful. Congratulations again to the Almeida who never fail to give us something interesting.”
“I thought it was great- really wonderful production”
“My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed Parlour Song, a well written and acted piece."
“Great performance. Cast was brilliant and we really enjoyed it. Excellent use of the staging facilities and the lighting effects were superb. Loved the theatre - cosy and close to the action - perfect combination.”
“Our friends and us enjoyed this production very much - great play, amazing acting and I particularly loved the design! The proximity to the stage is one of the reasons I am never disappointed coming to the Almeida Theatre: you do see the spit flying... Thanks for a very special evening.”
“I went to see Parlour Song with my school for a trip and I would just like to say how much of an excellent play this was. I laughed the whole way through it, it was hilarious and well done to all the performers you were excellent”
“I saw Parlour Songs on Saturday evening and thoroughly enjoyed it. I thought the two male actors were superb and the humour spot on. The clever use of language was particularly entertaining. Well done."