ENGLISH (Kiln Theatre) London Reviews and Tickets

91%

(83 Ratings)

Positive

95%

Mixed

Negative

Members say

Clever, Absorbing, Entertaining, Delightful, Great acting

About the Show

Iranian classmates navigate English learning, discovering life beyond language.

In the heart of an Iranian classroom, 'English' unfolds a poignant narrative as four adult classmates embark on the intricate journey of mastering a foreign language. As they grapple with the nuances of English—perfecting accents, pronunciation, and vocabulary—a profound realization dawns upon them. The play, crafted by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Sanaz Toossi and skillfully directed by Diyan Zora, captures the comic and deeply moving essence of this linguistic odyssey.

Set against the backdrop of a transformative learning experience, 'English' transcends the confines of a language class. It delves into the complexities of life that extend beyond the expressible realm of words. Having earned acclaim at the Royal Shakespeare Company’s The Other Place Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon, this production, presented in association with Kiln Theatre, resonates with authenticity and cultural richness. 'English' is a compelling exploration of the human connection, revealing that the true essence of existence goes far beyond the linguistic tapestry we weave

Show-Score Member Reviews (8)

90%

Intelligent, Great writing, Great acting, Clever, Absorbing

See it if For a brilliantly clever play which explores themes of language.

Don't see it if Not as elaborate a staging as at the Atlantic in New York but still worked extremely well.

75%

Great acting, Funny, Ambitious, Clever

See it if you ever tried to learn English as a foreign language

Don't see it if you prefer more complex characters and plots, this one is pretty easy and straightforward

70%

Refreshing, Relevant, Resonant, Thought-provoking

See it if You are interested in the intricacies of language learning

Don't see it if You want a more complex plot.

100%

Great acting, Funny, Entertaining, Delightful, Absorbing

See it if you want every box ticked when it comes to a play.

Don't see it if you aren't interested in language.

100%

Must see, Clever, Absorbing

See it if you want to see a new play that is strong on every level. Great acting and writing and a story that deserves to be seen.

Don't see it if don't like new plays.

90%

Clever, Delightful, Great writing, Intelligent, Thought-provoking

See it if You like plays with strong, intelligent narratives (within a single room). This is quirky and bittersweet. Sharp script - witty and layered.

Don't see it if You like razzmatazz! This is all about language, its power and the variety of perspectives it evokes. Marvellous production.

100%

Quirky, Absorbing, Entertaining, Enchanting, Clever

See it if You love comedy with heart. You want to understand different perspectives. You have ever tried (or succeeded) to learn a new language.

Don't see it if You don’t like dialogue based shows.

100%

Entertaining, Enchanting, Absorbing, Delightful, Clever

See it if It was a really touching subject. The dialoges were well chosen and designate a true stories! Very well played by amazing actoress & actor.

Don't see it if If the story has’t had a depth content to it & you could have not relate to the narrative & the story

Critic Reviews (3)

"I found it beautiful, an elegantly existential rationalisation of the soul searching"
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"this witty and moving gem of a show explores big ideas through intimate language lessons"
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"Misleadingly minimal but refreshingly unique, English well warrants your attention”
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