Citizens' Theatre Company

Events and reviews

Hamlet
Until October 13 2007 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"Uninspiring... the ghost's appearances are like some- thing from children's TV"

Peter Pan
Until January 5 2008 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"Charming ... a fresh, family-friendly alternative to panto"

The Shadow of a Gunman
Until November 18 2008 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"Despite capable performances, the emotional drama fails to resonate"

The Caretaker
Until November 15 2008 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"The production's success lies in the performances, all of which are excellent"

Tom Fool
Until November 18 2006 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"Excellent performances ... never less than enthralling"

Waiting for Godot
Until March 8 2008 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"Easily accessible to those who have not experienced Beckett's work before"

James and the Giant Peach
From January 1 2006 to December 30 2006 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"Some charming moments, but lacks wow factor"

Mary Stuart
From January 1 2006 to October 21 2006 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
From October 27 2006 to November 18 2006 at Royal Lyceum, Edinburgh.
"Not a dry history lesson, but a neatly plotted political thriller"

Six Characters in Search of an Author
From January 1 2006 to March 8 2008 at Royal Lyceum, Edinburgh.
From March 12 2008 to March 29 2008 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"Theatrical self- consciousness permeates almost every line of dialogue... the play is a paradox"

Desire Under The Elms
From January 1 2008 to November 17 2008 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"A play riddled with cliches... leaves much to be desired"

Don Juan
From January 1 2008 to October 11 2008 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"Some fine moments... but everything soon becomes too cluttered"

The Sound of My Voice - May 2008
From May 20 2008 to June 10 2008 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"Billy Mack gives a towering performance... should not be missed"

Little Otik
From May 21 2008 to May 31 2008 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"A story of isolation, loneliness and the breakdown of community"

The Wizard of Oz
From November 29 2008 to January 3 2009 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"The whole production has terrific energy and bounce"

Educating Rita
From February 11 2009 to March 7 2009 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"Theatre’s equivalent of a nice cup of cocoa on a cold afternoon: pleasant, satisfying and cosy"

Ghosts
From May 13 2009 to May 30 2009 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"Those expecting a faithful production may feel short-changed"

The Sound of My Voice - August 2009
From August 6 2009 to August 30 2009 at Assembly @ George Street, Edinburgh.
"This was one of last year’s best productions, and it is even better now"

Topdog/Underdog
From October 20 2009 to November 7 2009 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"The two actors portray a damaged relationship that is completely engrossing"

Othello
From October 21 2009 to November 14 2009 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"Andy Clark’s Iago is potently charismatic and disarmingly jocular"

Cinderella
From November 28 2009 to January 2 2010 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.

Backbeat
From February 9 2010 to March 6 2010 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"Vividly captures a spirit of a time and place ... but is in some ways a bit of a tease"

My Name is Rachel Corrie
From March 2 2010 to March 20 2010 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
"Thought provoking, very moving and constantly engaging"

One Million Tiny Plays About Britain
From May 18 2010 to June 5 2010 at Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow.
Snapshots of life in Britain derived from the popular column in The Guardian, adapted to create high-octane montage theatre.