Reviews

• Anon

  Jan 21, 2018

  Really liked this, it is as fast and intense as the newspaper industry's reputation. Even from a high upper circle position the energy and momentum kept us engrossed.

• D Morgan

  Jan 7, 2018

  Saw Ink at the Duke of York theatre. Bertie Carvel was superb as Rupert Murdoch; he captivated us with a minimal, yet physical performance and soft Aussie accent. Set design was brilliant and the script was so tight and snappy that the circa 2.5hrs raced by. Both funny and tragically poignant it was a story that was familiar in places and surprising in others. Coming to the end of its run at the DOY now but if it tours i’d heartily recommend it.

• Anna B

  Jan 5, 2018

  A wonderful way to reflect and remember some UK history. The physical characterisation, the movement performances were tremendous. The choreography was fabulously coy and entertaining.

• katie

  Jan 4, 2018

  Far too long second half. All the excitement and buzz drained out of the show, by being at least half an hour too long.

• Anna

  Dec 31, 2017

  Fantastic evening, brilliant acting - funny and poignant.

• Dawn

  Dec 31, 2017

  Loved this...had almost given up on seeing this play so was more than delighted to discover very cheap tickets for this on 'From the box office' ..it completed my hat trick of seeing three James Grahams plays this year.

• Kram Koddam

  Dec 30, 2017

  A well put-together and very informative show giving an entertaining summary of how The Sun took over the publishing world. Overall it is entertaining although the 2nd half is laboured and far too much time taken over the launch of the page 3 girls - surely this wasn’t the be-all and end-all it was agonisingly made out to be in the play. Strong acting throughout although Rupert Murdoch strayed dangerously close to Leonard Rossiter in Rising Damp a lot of the time...

• Jude

  Dec 21, 2017

  The show must continue Excellent set - top talent Important to show MSM for the good and the bad Even more important in modern day

• Nina

  Dec 16, 2017

  Brilliant storytelling

• Miss Mary

  Dec 15, 2017

  Entertaining, great cast, staging. Obviously a great story. Very well done.

• Richard

  Dec 13, 2017

  This exceeded all my expectations. It really caught the atmosphere in a newspaper. The humour blended with poignancy and a little pathos was just right. As for the set!!!!!! And the acting !!!!!!!!! Wonderful

• John Wilsher

  Dec 13, 2017

  Excellent script, intelligent and entertaining. A full-throttle performance from all the cast, even though it's been running for some time. Briliantly staged. Should run away with a raft of awards.

• Rachel

  Dec 8, 2017

  A great play, brilliant directing, brilliant staging. Great team of actors. We found it a bit too long on the second act and sometimes slightly difficult to follow the language

• Liz Jolly

  Dec 5, 2017

  Excellent show! The content and writing were a sure bet but we were surprised and delighted by the visual impact of the show and the strong performances! Having lived through the period , the play brought great insight and perception of the whole period which was enlightening. entertainment!

• Faye

  Dec 5, 2017

  Great production with fantastic set design. Really brings to life the fun you can imagine behind the scenes at The Sun.

• Kate R

  Dec 4, 2017

  This was a complete joy to watch, fast paced, funny, tragic, insightful and thought provoking... it has fueled much conversation since watching it on Saturday. Actors were brilliant and believable. Absolutely loved it.

• Isabel Mazarro

  Dec 3, 2017

  Very dynamic, entertaining and witty, avoiding the risk of being sanctimonious.

• mary

  Dec 3, 2017

  brilliant play - easily best of the three of james Graham I have seen; but sadly there was no bucket around at the theatre to donate to the good cause they asked for.

• Sue

  Dec 1, 2017

  I enjoyed Ink immensely. The sets, direction and acting were excellent and the play was well written and kept me engaged throughout. The play really caught the atmosphere of a newspaper office in the '60s with the intense rivalry between the tabloids and the machinations of the characters involved, and it was fascinating to see the molten metal pouring down to make the beds of type. I heartily recommend it.

• Mary Hawkins

  Nov 30, 2017

  Wonderful set . Pace great. Acting very good. Lack of Australian accent of Murdoch struck very discordant note. Why was it presented in this way? Joyce difficult to hear at times.

• Adrian

  Nov 28, 2017

  Thanks so much for an excellent play. I didn’t really get the first half but second half was exceptional. Also touching that you mentioned the charity day at the end which is an important thing for everyone to know .

• Anonymous

  Nov 26, 2017

  This play was brilliant Actors who are well known & those who are not were vital to what was a gripping & humourous play One particular actress playing many roles Anna Murdoch/Diana/Christie/Apprentice deserves recognition for her outstanding ability for versatility within the play Thanks for a great performance

• Robert David Quinn

  Nov 25, 2017

  Unfortunately too high up in Seats F7 and F8 to hear most Of the dialogue. It is a very good Piece of theatre. We are considering another visit when We are able to buy better seats

• Victoria Berkeley

  Nov 24, 2017

  It was great entertainment and brilliantly acted and I would thoroughly recommend seeing Ink

• Max

  Nov 24, 2017

  The ensemble acting was second to none. À dramatic and impacyful play that is so engrossing and relevant to today's world.

• Sally Lambert

  Nov 24, 2017

  Fast, furious and funny this gripped from the start! Some superb casting and convincing acting made this play so satisfying. James Graham has managed again to make a play for our times both relevant and engaging. Murdoch’s grip on the media has only tightened, so it is fascinating to watch the birth of his Sun. Inevitably, the later stages of the play had a more serious tone

• Graham

  Nov 24, 2017

  Outstanding set, superbly directed, excellent cast. The contrast between the first (punchy, fast-moving, action packed) and second (introspective, darker and more judgmental) halves worked very well and confirmed the outstanding quality of Graham’s writing. One of the best West End plays I have seen in years.

• theatreaddict

  Nov 21, 2017

  Another excellent play which smacks of the truth by James Graham. Look forward to his next target!

• Vicky Hope-Walker

  Nov 20, 2017

  This production will leave a permanent marker as regards inspiring British theatre. From a superb script, to great direction, great set and superb acting. I bought daughters, their boyfriends and my husband, a great night out and lots of food for debate on press at drinks afterwards. More of this please!

• Sue Harrington Spier

  Nov 20, 2017

  An excellent all round production. Writing, acting, set superb. Darkly funny at times and quite a revelation about the competition between the 2 newspapers. I would not hesitate to recommend it .

• Thought provoked from Essex xx

  Nov 19, 2017

  Really thought provoking and unbelievable to watch, weather you think of it as a good or bad thing that happened so many twists and turns packed into that first year of ownership - one would think it was unbelieveable. Wish they would make a sequel showing the 80s, 90s and the further controversy caused over the years. Can't make up my mind whether Murdoch was a saint or sinner - just can't stop thinking about the whole thing !!

• jane

  Nov 17, 2017

  I enjoyed this production but for me it did not live up to the 5 star reviews it has received. The two central performances were excellent with good backing from the rest of the cast. I think that the play was too long and could have been cut by at least 20mins without losing any impact. It may have felt so long due to the very uncomfortable seats at the D.O.Y.

• John

  Nov 17, 2017

  Knowing the era, the narrative is accurate, the chacterisation is believable and the dramatic tension is spellbinding. Funny and solemn by turns, a faithful recreation of the times with imaginative set design and superlative acting.

• Maria E

  Nov 17, 2017

  A wonderful play.

• J morrison

  Nov 16, 2017

  Excellent! We were really stimulated by it - especially the first half. The second was just too repetitive. The script was crisp, punchy and horrible. The 2 key actors had their parts completely under their belts and everyone else was both beautifully cast and excellent in their varied roles. The stage deserves a special mention- an exciting, clever layout. I would have enjoyed seeing the first act again. By the way - Doesn’t Rupert have an Australian accent?

• Witch of Oz

  Nov 16, 2017

  Ink is completely glorious, a non-stop, fascinating, clever, informative and compelling review of the rebirth of The Sun newspaper. A brilliant set and great acting. Highly recommended.

• Tabasco

  Nov 15, 2017

  Great storyline and acting and very a propos to today’s fake news and sensationalism.

• Jo from London

  Nov 14, 2017

  Fabulous production with incredible ensemble work that truly recreates the excitement - and ferocity - of print media. A real slice of history with both the heights and the horrors of tabloid journalism fully exposed

• Jomel

  Nov 8, 2017

  Vaguely remembered bits and pieces from the 60s and 70s plotted into a timeline, combined with an entertaining portrayal of how The Sun came into being made this a brilliant night out!

• Angie

  Nov 2, 2017

  Marvellously clever and funny play. I found myself rooting for The Sun - to my amazement!

• Georgie

  Nov 1, 2017

  Absolutely loved it. The direction, set and above all the acting were fab.

• Lynda

  Oct 31, 2017

  The show is fantastic! Funny, charismatic & exciting! With an amazing cast, who leave everything on the stage, you will not be disappointed! Bravo!!!!

• Nina

  Oct 31, 2017

  Just brilliant - surprisingly hilarious in parts, wonderful performances by both leads. Highly recommended

• Evan

  Oct 18, 2017

  This does not disappoint. The story is a great one, very interesting and it doesn't get boring at all. The set is outstanding, and the acting top notch. Loved the way they use music too.

• EF

  Oct 11, 2017

  I have heard so many excellent reports about Ink so I immediately booked the best seats when I heard that the play was relocating to the West End. We enjoyed the first half of the play but...... I am afraid we left at the interval... the reason being....

• Rr

  Oct 11, 2017

  The second interval of the play was extremely prolonged in few scenes... the seasts we re not comfortable although we were seated in good seats

• Kristyn

  Oct 6, 2017

  Fantastic show, great acting, brilliant stories, spectacular set. I have a Bachelor of Journalism from Australia so have a vested interest but think anyone would find it enthralling.

• Richard

  Oct 6, 2017

  Beautifully acted and directed. Thoroughly involving. Richard Coyle stole the show with a superb performance as Larry Lamb. Bertie Carvel was more limited as Murdoch. It was not always easy to hear his words and his attempt to mimic the mannerisms of Murdoch came over as self-consciously affected at times. Great ensemble playing and very creative use of music and movement. The play also carries a very important message relating to the Brexit and Trump phenomena which plague our societies - the danger of pandering to the lowest taste and mentality in the population.

• Vass

  Oct 6, 2017

  Great performance but terrible theatre, cramped and viewing not too good. Ladies toilets difficult. For the price expected better.

• Ben

  Oct 6, 2017

  Gives a lot about the war behind the nice words.