See it if You like deeply moving Documentary Theater w/ original cast from the National Theater. The ending is awesome. Run to see this powerful show
Don't see it if You only like upbeat theater with Razzle Dazzle. You don't like drama about a Tragic Fire caused by Government and Contractor Corruption. Read more
See it if A beautiful play based on a true tragedy. Without spoilers, I truly enjoyed how the story was delivered.
Don't see it if Heavy topics and potential triggers: death, bereavement, injustice. Long run time (3 hours). Simple but effective set and lighting
See it if disaster survivors telling their own story in an immersive, breaking the 4th wall, in the round, in the National Theater way appeals 2U
Don't see it if 3 hrs of gut wrenching yet beautifully done storytelling of great loss due to indifference and lies from government and big business isnt 4U
See it if you enjoy engaging, smart theater. I knew the end but still the suspense was palpable. By the end I felt that I really knew each character
Don't see it if you expect something light and fun.
See it if You want to see a “docu-drama” about the Grenfell fire with words taken from actual survivors. Relevant and heartbreaking. A call to action!
Don't see it if Real life drama isn’t your thing. Just go see it.
See it if you have a strong appetite for docu-style theater & social justice issues. Having a familiarity with the Grenfell tragedy probably helps too
Don't see it if you’re looking for an elaborately staged play, or something brief & lighthearted. It is none of these things. Read more
See it if You'd like a dramatization of the Grenfell Tower fire in London in June 2017. Includes excerpts from inquest after the event.
Don't see it if You've lived through major trauma, such as 9/11. Very hard to take Read more
See it if you like docu-plays. Chars vividly portrayed. Horrible corporate greed/bad govt vs human spirit/bravery. Call to action to save lives.
Don't see it if you prefer light fare. Or you want succinct story-telling. Still, powerful: many lives lost. Justice still not served. Highly diverse cast.
"In general, the ensemble keeps us engaged without standout performances."
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