Mark Rylance stars in Darren Raymond’s adaptation of Molière’s 1664 comedy, playing in London until the 24th October.
The Guardian: “Engaging and likable performances include Usifu Jalloh as the bride’s father Oga and Nakeba Buchanan as stepmother Elmire, the characters who remain closest to Molière’s naming. As bride and groom, Sara Mokonen and Ivandro Da Cruz Leite sparkle together and apart.”
London Pub Theatres : “Honouring the original format of rhyming couplets in iambic pentameter, the fresh text is chopped, sliced and mixed, like music sampling, intercut with Afro-Caribbean vernacular and street talk. It’s funny, entertaining and accessible.”
Broadway World: “Tartuffe (Remixed) tries to be farcical without fully believing in the power of farce. The near-final scene unexpectedly knocks over the board and twists the tone, which would be an incredible choice if the rest of the show had the same vibe. It comes as a positive surprise, but the piece winds back to its form immediately after. More cohesion and a stronger grip on the ultimate goal of the play would have helped to ensure its success.”
A Young(ish) Perspective: “Tartuffe (Remixed) is energetic, clever and hilarious, while still finding room to explore family, faith and tradition. Go and see it if you haven’t already. Of all the shows I’ve seen recently, this is the one that has made me laugh the most.”
Everything Theatre: “The ending brings the story to a resolution and describes a family united in God, if rather expositionally. However, Tartuffe (Remixed) is undoubtedly a glorious success. With relentless comedy, upbeat music and reggae beats from Duramaney Kamara, Raymond has crafted a room full of sunshine that is ambitious and uniquely innovative.”
Plays to See.com: “Overall, Tartuffe (Remixed) offers a fascinating peek into a world that many regular theatre-goers might otherwise never encounter, while skilfully demonstrating how the classics can continue to speak to our modern world.”
All That Dazzles: “Tartuffe (Remixed) takes Molière’s archaic mixtape and gives us a 2026 playlist with spice, edge and plenty of laughs. The adaptation is genuinely inspired and manages to breathe fresh life into a story that is more than 350 years old. What impressed me most is that Raymond has not simply modernised Tartuffe but he has completely reimagined it for a different audience and made the language, culture and humour feel rooted in contemporary Nigerian and Jamaican life.”
The Reviews Hub: “There are some really strong performances. Both Sara Mokonen as Adanna and Nakeba Buchanan as Elmire find depth and strength in their characters as they cut through the chaos in their home, while Suzette Llewellyn and Blanche Williams as the family elders pitch their more comic performances well. The Nigerian-Jamaican setting suits Molière nicely, and Raymond’s production will only grow in strength as the run continues.”
WhatsOnStage: “Tartuffe (Remixed) works for a number of reasons: it honours the beats and intentions of the original play, but reinvents them in a vibrant new way. It’s also an affectionate love letter to the sometimes contrasting traditions and beliefs of African and Caribbean families, and a gentle examination of how they stand up to the challenges of modern British living. As a show, it’s as big of heart as it’s loud of mouth and, ultimately, just an awful lot of fun.”
Lou Reviews: “A riotous night out is to be had here, whether you know the original text or not. If you do, much of the plot and characters have survived the transition, and the abhorrent Pastor Blake becomes one of comedy’s most hideous creations.”
West End Best Friend: “Marylebone Theatre is fortunate to attract this production to its theatre, which has only been open since 2022. But such is the appeal of Mark Rylance in anything, it must surely transfer into a larger West End theatre in 2027 and that would be a very big plus to widen the appeal of theatre to a more diverse audience while promoting and celebrating the work of the Intermission Youth and Ensemble.”
To book tickets visit: https://www.marylebonetheatre.com/productions/tartuffe-remixed