What The Critics Say

The Royal Hunt of the Sun (2001)

Reviewed by: The Cornishman | Performed at: The Minack Theatre, Cornwall

"Director Ann Garner ... digs deep into Peter Shaffer’s play, and successfully mines every one of its rich seams ... to strike it rich with a king-size nugget of spectacular theatre. Her use of the theatre itself is exceptional; it’s a long while since I’ve seen the potential of the Minack put to such golden use.

... the set pieces are superb ...

The standard of performance all round ... is golden, with the protagonists ... being nothing less than pure gold."

The Royal Hunt of the Sun (2001)

Reviewed by: Bath Chronicle | Performed at: Kingswood Theatre, Bath

"Next Stage is fielding a very large, but strong, acting team in this production. The cast, coupled with dramatic sets and pacey, imaginative direction make this a memorable theatrical occasion."

Blue Remembered Hills (2001)

Reviewed by: Scarborough Evening News | Performed at: Steven Joseph Theatre, Scarborough

"It's a welcome return to the Stephen Joseph Theatre for the talented Next Stage company from Bath with this fine adaptation of Potter's classic television play. Blue Remembered Hills translates well to the stage, and with seven outstanding performances, plus a brilliant contribution from the effects department ... it's quality entertainment."

Blue Remembered Hills (2001)

Reviewed by: Bath Chronicle | Performed at: Kingswood Theatre, Bath

"The Next Stage Theatre Company put on an impressive performance, the adults playing the part of children perfectly."

Death of a Salesman (2000)

Reviewed by: Bath Chronicle | Performed at: n/a

"This production...sees the Next Stage theatre company hitting the top of its admirable form.
...the production is tight and beautifully timed, and played, so that everything Arthur Miller put into it is delivered right back to the audience."

A Small Family Business (2000)

Reviewed by: Bath Chronicle | Performed at: n/a

"... the cast was blessed with a fine sense of comic timing and a firm grasp of character ... a highly enjoyable evening's entertainment."

Skylight (2000)

Reviewed by: Scarborough Evening Post | Performed at: Stephen Joseph Theatre

"An impressive company...acting of this quality is always welcome in Scarborough."

Talking Heads (2000)

Reviewed by: Bath Chronicle | Performed at: n/a

"Another great evening's entertainment...with some admirable performances."