Abigail's Party review: Mike Leigh drama brought sensually to life

Abigail's Party review: Mike Leigh drama brought sensually to life

Abigail’s Theatre at Stratford East Theatre – ★★★★☆  In Mike Leigh’s early play Abigail’s Party, almost nothing happens: even the titular shindig takes place next door. Instead, saucy old soak Beverly – impeccably, outrageously played by a sensual and sozzled Tamzin Outhwaite – has gathered a smattering of neighbours for a far more intimate soiree. There is Laurence, her put-upon estate agent husband; Angela and Tony, a young couple from immigra…

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Writer: Mike Leigh Director: Nadia Fall The bar is stocked with gin and tonic, the cigarette holder is full, a cheesy pineapple hedgehog has been prepped and Demis Roussos is on the record player. It means that for a few select neighbours, Beverley’s 1970s suburban soirée is about to begin.   Abigail – the teenager … The post Abigail’s Party – Stratford East Theatre, London appeared first on The Reviews Hub.