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Wairarapa Gallery, The Southland Times

Delightful Interpretation

The Southland Times

 

Review by Amy Crowther       

Alan Bennett is an incredible playwright. He picks up the smallest parts of the human character and brings them to prominence.

Appleton-Maher is brave to attempt such a difficult medium as monologue but it is more than bravery pulling off this show, it is a talent and an eye almost as keen as Bennett's which has picked up so many characteristics and mannerisms which bring the ladies in question to life.

A nice touch at the end when Appleton-Maher returned to the stage to talk with the audience and thank them, almost a third act in itself, but one that showed she enjoyed the evening, as the audience.                           -Amy Crowther

A Night of Alan Bennett continues on Stewart Island tomorrow night.

 

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