Barker's work remains emotionally true, poetic psychologically and full of startling insights. The Arts Desk A major triumph for playwright Howard Barker There's a pugnacious tone, and a liberated style, about Barker at his best that is unlike anything else on our stages today.' - WhatsOnStage A modern study of the meaning of art and the truth of war this play has a timeless power and truthfulness. The Stage Witty and insightful a highly enjoyable tour de force British Theatre Guide Accessible and stringently witty [mixes] austere intellectual rigour and knockabout, anachronistic humour. 4 stars - Independent Shows Barker's poetic talent at its most disciplined and has the feel of a contemporary classic. - 4 stars Guardian Fiercely impassioned and as subtle as a quizzically raised eyebrow, its also adorned with teasing, Blackadderish humour. 4 stars - Metro
Barker's work remains emotionally true, poetic psychologically and full of startling insights. - The Arts Desk A major triumph for playwright Howard Barker... There's a pugnacious tone, and a liberated style, about Barker at his best that is unlike anything else on our stages today.' - WhatsOnStage A modern study of the meaning of art and the truth of war... this play has a timeless power and truthfulness. - The Stage Witty and insightful ... a highly enjoyable tour de force - British Theatre Guide Accessible and stringently witty... [mixes] austere intellectual rigour and knockabout, anachronistic humour. 4 stars - Independent Shows Barker's poetic talent at its most disciplined and has the feel of a contemporary classic. - 4 stars Guardian Fiercely impassioned and as subtle as a quizzically raised eyebrow, its also adorned with teasing, Blackadderish humour. 4 stars - Metro