Rebel in the Soul

See it if Kirwin's docu-drama about post Irish social politics it too cluncky to have the potent impact it should. Monologue style kills dramatic pace

Don't see it if Moore's leaden direction slows already wordy nature of piece. Keating's Archbishop ignites whenever he's on stage which alas is not enough

See it if you have an interest in Irish history and/or are particularly intrigued by health care issues.

Don't see it if you are looking for dramatic conflict. The differing opinions are diluted by the use of monologues, rather than by conflicting dialogue.

See it if you enjoy a historical drama, relevant to today's discussions, in an intimate theatre.

Don't see it if you seek escapist comedy or dance numbers.

See it if Will learn about an unfamiliar character in recent Irish history. Still relevant political discussion

Don't see it if Feel monologue laden, talky and undramatic

See it if you like to learn about history through plays

Don't see it if you don't care about Irish history

Also The acting is very good, but the play is flawed: dialogues alternate with super-long monologues that explain the characters' story. It's like having a book read to one... Read more Read less

See it if You like to see a play about a serious issue facing our country. It about the politics of health care and how things haven't changed.

Don't see it if You don't like serious historical drama.

See it if A small, elegant production of a page of Irish history that twines politics and church. Partly overly didactic, especially when the main...

Don't see it if ...character addresses the audience, but also inspired & revelatory of a system that substitutes piety for good works.