Reviews

• Eugenia

  Jun 4, 2018

  The show was very long (over 3 hours) and the subject not the lightest, but the overall atmosphere was amazing. Very touching, moving, and intimate. The actors were amazing, the plot kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time and the scenery was stunning. A beautiful play.

• Linda Maguire

  May 20, 2018

  We were sitting in the grand tier & struggled to hear everything which slightly spoiled what was otherwise an excellent & very powerful play.

• NT

  May 20, 2018

  Acting was great, and the subject so true to the past and revealing of what happens all the time.

• Lynneberyl

  May 18, 2018

  Excellent piece that explored relationships within an extended family that also gave an insight into a specific time period in recent history.

• Pat Mcgowan

  May 18, 2018

  Excellent play enjoyed very much , great cast

• Derek

  May 18, 2018

  Compelling , provoking, funny, . How often can three hours pass so rapidly and leave you feeling quite so engaged with a story. A play that explores Ireland, the Irish, the politics of the IRA, the complexities of human emotion. The contradictions and ultimately the pain, joy and chaos of the lives of the protagonists.

• Derek

  May 18, 2018

  Compelling , provoking, funny, . How often can three hours pass so rapidly and leave you feeling quite so engaged with a story. A play that explores Ireland, the Irish, the politics of the IRA, the complexities of human emotion. The contradictions and ultimately the pain, joy and chaos of the lives of the protagonists.

• Andrew Beeson

  May 17, 2018

  Gripping and a wonderful production with many subplots . important to be prepared for the Irish accent !

• CazB

  May 17, 2018

  This is he 2nd time I’ve seen it. I was so mesmerised by it the first time I needed to go back to understand it completely. It didn’t disappoint. It was as good there 2nd tone as the first. The first time I was so busy trying to work out who was related to whom that I missed parts of the story. Wonderful acting, the child actors were engaging and very talented. A fabulous cast and crew. Bravo!

• Amber

  May 17, 2018

  The show was absolutely brilliant! Would definately recommend to anyone wanting to go and watch a show, the storyline kept you hooked throughout. Fantastic.

• Mary

  May 17, 2018

  The Ferryman was recommended by a number of friends as an excellent production. It was spell binding. The quality of acting was truly excellent. Outstanding performances by all the actors, there were no hangers on. There was an amazing atmosphere in the Theatre. Standing ovation. Would definitely see it again.

• O Bird

  May 17, 2018

  We really loved the play. Brilliant development of the plot. Excellent cast . Lovely set.

• Jane

  May 16, 2018

  Great play. Only 'problem' was the sound/voices didn't always carry well and I had difficulty hearing quite a lot of dialogue especially if the character was speaking directly to another character ie not facing the audience. Other than that - loved it

• John Sweet

  May 15, 2018

  This was a powerful piece of work strong on narrative, grappling with a demanding subject. At nearly three hours long I was relived when it was over.

• Jenifer Rohde

  May 15, 2018

  Just an extraordinary play. Fantastic cast including the children. Deep, moving, funny at times, shocking and complex. A wonderfully satisfying evening. Please God that Brexit does not complicate matters in Ireland in the future. Thank you to the cast and everyone who made it so deeply moving. Get a ticket if you still have time!

• Dulcie Rowe

  May 15, 2018

  I found it difficult to understand their accents in places - some of the actors were louder and clearer than others. Lots of concentration was required to keep up with the story. We sat at the back of the stalls and had to endure several groups of people arriving late which was extremely disruptive (why on earth is this allowed?! It never used to be!). There were people standing behind us and as people passed they tripped over their bags. Strange 3 minute second interval where people were told not to leave their seats as a set change only - but there wasn't a set change, they just lit candles. Also very disruptive as lots of men needed to go to the loo - as such a long play. The real live 6 month baby was unnecessary and actually cruel! Is this allowed? I

• Judith Howe

  May 15, 2018

  Stunning naturalistic performances and so much energy. Great set and atmosphere. Loved it! The 3hrs went by very quickly as I was captivated!

• Imogen R Cotterill

  May 13, 2018

  Best show I have seen at the theatre !

• Deacon-rogers

  May 13, 2018

  My husband and myself thoroughly enjoyed the Ferryman!! We would definitely recommend it!!

• Helen Aveyard

  May 13, 2018

  This play had been recommended to us but we found it quite confusing to follow- not helped that 2 of the characters had the same name ( I think) and there were lots of sub plots - there was so much going on and it was not clear which would be followed up in the play and which were not central to understanding the play. I think seats in the upper circle didn’t help as sometimes the voices didn’t carry well making it harder to understand.

• Liz O

  May 13, 2018

  Absolutely fascinating and gripping story, superb performance from a talented cast, this show deserves an extended run or tour

• Sophie

  May 13, 2018

  Best production I’ve ever seen. Gripping, tense and beautifully acted.

• London reviewer

  May 12, 2018

  So glad stopped wavering about going to see the ferryman and went .very well staged, written, acted. Enjoyed it immensely.

• Cathy

  May 12, 2018

  I thought the play was marvellous in very way.

• Jim Bostel

  May 10, 2018

  Very atmospheric, very powerful. We were on the edge of our seats.

• paddy quinlan

  May 10, 2018

  very enjoyable

• Hazel

  May 10, 2018

  Brilliant captivating sad humourous haunting realistic great array of characters and acting esp the animals and the most gorgeous baby

• Duncan Haigh

  May 10, 2018

  I have seen the play three times due the the fact it is closing soon, but also because it is an excellent ensemble piece that is enthralling from beginning to end.

• Jenny Clark

  May 10, 2018

  Thoroughly enjoyed it!!!! The accents left a lot to be desired. I only wish I'd gone sooner to see it as I most definitely would like to see it again. Well done to all.

• Patricia Leggettet

  May 9, 2018

  As good as we had hoped, in fact excellent in every way, superb casting.

• theresa

  May 8, 2018

  A group of 4 friends went to see the production on Friday evening. Thoroughly enjoyed the drama which kept us gripped throughout despite the play running for 3 hours. We had upper stalls seats at the front and limited leg room was manageable but maybe not for everyone. Amazing actors who immersed themselves in their roles. Some difficulty in catching all the dialogue but mainly the actors voices carried well. Would definitely recommend.

• Sandy

  May 8, 2018

  With all the hype around this play I chose expensive seats and expected excellence. The night was however a real disappointment, on many levels. Too long, too many actors with no specific contribution to the story line, and with poor voice projection at times, especially the children. We sat in back row of the stalls, and found it a real effort to catch the words said. The story line itself was the major let down, it didn't have anything new to convey , a 2018 take on the 1980's in N Ireland, it came across as a poor copy of the original Irish classics, I felt it had no soul. As an Irish catholic who spent my childhood in Belfast I felt let down by the stereotypical characterisation. Indeed using Tom Kettle's neuroatypical chatacter as a vehicle for plot and comedy was lazy and inaccurate, perpetuating the myth that those with mental health conditions are prone to 'wringing necks'. As to the more modern inclusion of singing and dancing, again it was no match to Girl from the North Country. A production that has lost its way.

• Helen

  May 8, 2018

  Quite a journey, from moments of "I'm not quite sure this works" to "wow, this is amazing theatre". So pleased that I saw this very good production. It was difficult to understand what the children were saying, perhaps a combination of a not-very-good seat in the Grand Circle and having to concentrate on soft voices with Irish accents. At times I felt there were just too many characters on stage, and I wanted a deeper understanding of fewer characters. It was a very long play, 3 hours 20 minutes from start to departing the theatre. But the weaving together of the different plots to deliver a climatic final scene was superb theatre. Bravo.

• Helen

  May 8, 2018

  Quite a journey, from moments of "I'm not quite sure this works" to "wow, this is amazing theatre". So pleased that I saw this very good production. It was difficult to understand what the children were saying, perhaps a combination of a not-very-good seat in the Grand Circle and having to concentrate on soft voices with Irish accents. At times I felt there were just too many characters on stage, and I wanted a deeper understanding of fewer characters. It was a very long play, 3 hours 20 minutes from start to departing the theatre. But the weaving together of the different plots to deliver a climatic final scene was superb theatre. Bravo.

• Vic

  May 8, 2018

  Never seen play such so delicate theme but they all portrayed it so beautifully. It was a full intense drama all actors are fantastic.

• Jessie

  May 7, 2018

  Fantastic brought back memories what it was like in N Ireland

• Sheila thompson

  May 6, 2018

  We had seats in the grand circle and unfortunately we could not hear a lot of the cast, nor understand the quite strong Irish accent. We missed such a lot in particular the children so we were disappointed.

• Julie Gibb

  May 6, 2018

  Outstanding - although 3 hours and more ... epic entertainment - could sit through it all again. Every actor sings from the same song sheet - what a superb casting

• Johnnie Scanlon

  May 6, 2018

  I am a regular theatre and my family and I agree that this was the best play we have ever seen bar none.

• Mary K

  May 6, 2018

  What a brilliant play! We came away feeling as if we were part of the scene as it unfolded!. Some of our group were in tears by the end of the play as the acting was so powerful creating very strong emotions, fear, love, sympathy and an understanding of How politics can affect families and communities as a whole. The little boy Declan had a superb Irish accent and so good in his role. Would go again and highly recommend it!

• Su Emery

  May 6, 2018

  Started well but second half went on dat too ling and started to fall asleep . Not my cup of tea faikedcti see why this was rated as a 5 star play Sorry !

• Ava B House of Film

  May 6, 2018

  Five stars in every aspect: superb performances, brilliant writing and directing. An evening to remember forever

• Anonymous

  May 6, 2018

  Unfortunately the actors didn’t enunciate enough to understand what they were saying at all, especially with their accents. Left at the first intermission! Bummer

• PDB

  May 5, 2018

  Even was before the play actually started the sound track and then a presence on stage intrigued and drew on into the atmosphere of the time. The audience was in a state of anticipation before the first words were spoken. All performances were of a consistently high standard Despite the clearly structured building of tension in the final scenes the denouement wasn't spoilt and the final actions delivered the intended 'shock'. We left in silence and didn't start discussing the play for several minutes while we reflected individually on what we had experienced.

• Sheila

  May 3, 2018

  Excellent thought provoking acting at is best on the edge of my seat

• Sheila

  May 3, 2018

  Excellent thought provoking acting at is best on the edge of my seat

• Debi

  May 1, 2018

  Fantastic show - Beautifully acted .... emotive ... funny, sad, alarming at times . Kept me on edge of seat .

• CWJ

  May 1, 2018

  Excellent performance by all of the cast, very powerful and very clever. I especially loved the scene with the young male cousins, absolutely superb!

• AQ

  Apr 30, 2018

  Great cast staging etc. An authenic insight into the 'troubled' times in Ireland's history running alongside a family's struggle to cope with it and all in it's wake.

• Sheridan

  Apr 29, 2018

  Fantastic play, funny, emotional and throughly enjoyed. ☘️