The Way Of The World
3.6 (5) · Comedy
Family, money, desire: the rules of the game, the way of the world.
Overview
Lady Wishfort’s sprawling, dysfunctional family are riven by desire – there’s everything to lose and six thousand pounds to gain. Congreve’s glorious ensemble of characters battle it out in this exposing, satirical comedy where everyone needs to win just to get by.
Following their collaboration on the mesmerising Roots in 2013, James Macdonald returns to the Donmar to direct Linda Bassett in the role of Lady Wishfort.
Critic reviews
Boldly naturalistic take on a classic Restoration comedy...
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Time Out
A slick, handsome production
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The Stage
Beautifully accomplished
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Whats On Stage
A serviceable revival of Congreve's complex comedy.
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The Telegraph
Sparkling restoration of Congreve's comic gem
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The Guardian
Dazzlingly portrayed
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Observer
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Date & time
Show ended
Thu 29 Mar - Sat 26 May, 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Venue
41 Earlham St, Seven Dials WC2H 9LX London, UK
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