RON JACOBS welcomes a timely history of the Anti Imperialist league of America, and the role that culture played in their politics
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An exhibit rather than a play
‘Don’t expect a play, or even to know what it was you saw or why,’ is MARY CONWAY’S uncomfortable verdict
Martin Crimp 'defies expectations but leaves us wondering what exactly stands in their place'
[Carla Chable de la Heronniere]
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Not One of These People
Royal Court
NORM-DODGER Martin Crimp is an acquired taste. And – as with dry January or veganism – his ardent fan-base seems to grow by the day.
The Royal Court Theatre – evidently one such fan – is presenting his latest offering Not One of These People for four performances only. Clearly hedging their bets, the theatre management aim to please the faithful, while acknowledging that most theatre goers will stay away.
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