We take a look at what is being said about the world premiere of Louis Emmitt-Stern’s comedy-drama, playing at the theatre until the 11th April.
The Guardian: *** “The script’s constant revelations, though, wring it of any sense of realism, and the structure of shocks feels unnecessary in an otherwise well-written piece. It remains, however, a knotty dissection of the queer dating scene and of bereavement in many forms. And watching two exes hash it out is always compelling, isn’t it?”
PlaystoSee.com: **** “Overall this is an impressive evening, and there seems little doubt we shall hear more of this writer and see fresh outings of this play. All credit also to everyone responsible for enabling the cooking of a very plausible dish of spaghetti carbonara which plays an important role in the course of the evening and which I very nearly got to sample in the front row!”
London Theatre 1: *** “An inviting living room ambience is created in this intimate and moderately paced production.”
The Stage: *** “Impeccably acted, stylishly written two-hander from Louis Emmitt-Stern probing addiction, regret and grief.”
Theatre Weekly: **** “Ultimately, Slippery is less interested in dramatic resolution than in the uncomfortable honesty of its characters’ situation. There is no miracle reconciliation and no neat emotional cure. Instead the night ends much as life often does: quietly, uncertainly, with both people left to confront the emptiness that follows emotional exhaustion.”
Everything Theatre: ***** “There’s so much to love about this show, from its unpacking of important social themes that are often left quietly unaddressed, to outstanding performances that deliver humour and humanity. It gifts us skilful writing and expert direction that fill the stage with unspoken understandings made perceptible; with vulnerability and strength, challenges and kindness; and with mechanisms to cope with whatever challenges life might throw your way.”
The Reviews Hub: **** 1/2 “Hannah Schmidt’s set design of a swanky, show-home style apartment helps to ground the realistic atmosphere even further. The actors are able to smoothly wander around the kitchen-living room area, grabbing stuff from cupboards or occasionally wandering off to another room. These small levels of detail and interaction with the set further draw the audience in as flies on the wall. Intimate and intriguing, this is a strong show that completely hooks you and makes you want more.”
To book tickets visit: https://www.omnibus-clapham.org/slippery/