'Ghosts'

by Henrik Ibsen

Directed by David Graham-Young
Set and lighting designed by David Burrows
Costumes designed by Chrystine Bennett

at The Old Red Lion, Islington, London
October/November 2000

Mrs Alving is overjoyed when Oswald her son, a successful young artist, returns from Paris to celebrate the opening of the orphanage built in memory of his late father. However, with the arrival of Pastor Manders, an old family friend, dark secrets from the past emerge, unleashing a relentless chain of events which culminate in a tragedy of Greek proportions.

Reviews:

“Finely acted and clear-sighted production”
Time Out

“Elegant and punchy. David Graham-Young’s production is well worth a look to remind yourself what a sophisticated and enthralling dramatist Ibsen is”
What’s On in London

“David Graham-Young and his excellent cast exploit the many moments of ironic humour, which prevents the evening from becoming over-heavy. Ibsen may have been writing about something rotten in 19th century Norway but this gripping production shows his attacks on narrow-minded convention, bigotry and hypocrisy sill have a potent relevance today.”
The Stage

“Impressively directed”
Highbury and Islington Express

“The production is delicately tuned to the script’s nuances and expertly balances the emotional tension with touches of subtle humour… the performances are superb all round.”
Camden New Journal

“Powerful, yet evenly palatable production… one of the better entertaining evenings of the year. Well worth the detour to Islington. Highly recommended.”
The Borough News, Wandsworth.