Dumbledore Is So Gay (Southwark Playhouse) London Reviews and Tickets
Show-Score Member Reviews (8)
See it if You want to feel nostalgic about the 90s and love a coming of age story and struggles of being out - really enjoyable watch
Don't see it if The subject matter is of zero interest
See it if you can recognise being an outcast or did struggle with your sexuality
Don't see it if youre pleased with yourself
See it if your a fan of either queer theatre or Harry potter
Don't see it if your expecting a masterpiece with lots of big effects
See it if You are open to watching something new and original
Don't see it if I found the writing to be a bit confusing and I didn't really connect with the piece.
See it if you want to see a heart-warming, funny, well-written and superbly acted play.
Don't see it if you're expecting a Harry Potter play.
See it if you grew up with the Harry Potter books/films and enjoy a queer story.
Don't see it if you haven't seen Harry Potter and want to avoid spoilers.
See it if you want an earnest and not too challenging coming of age play well acted.
Don't see it if you’re expecting something that you haven’t seen before.
See it if you grew up wishing you could have some magical tools at your disposal, especially around coming out. and if you enjoy queer theatre
Don't see it if the above doesn’t chime with you and you’re expecting a big production
Critic Reviews (4)
“Tom Wright’s sparkly but unvariegated production certainly has its moments. Despite the undeniable warmth that emanates throughout, some sections feel sluggish, plagued by visual repetitiveness and a handful of jokes that don’t land...No doubt streamlining the script’s over-bloated final section would let it pack a stronger punch and garner a greater sense of joy.”
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“Over-conceptualising aside, this is a sweet, sincere and frequently very funny play...Tom Wright’s 75-minute production is slickly paced, with judicious use of lighting to switch location, time period and mood...Ultimately more nostalgic than ground-breaking, but the gentle optimism in looking to a better future holds its own kind of magic.”
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“Despite the show’s humorous, frequently silly tone, Holtom’s script is far from simplistic...Director Tom Wright sets a lively pace here, letting scenes bleed fluidly together without losing momentum.”
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“Wholly sparkling, the show has a magical sheen to it...Excellent direction from Tom Wright really allows these fantastic actors to show off their talent. A tangible chemistry between the trio pulls you in and allows to sit with them in the moment...I would recommend this play to nearly everyone I know, and wish I had my own time-turner to experience it for the first time all over again.”
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