In the intimate gravel-covered space, 3 wooden pillars evoke the rural setting of the play but are also cleverly to suggest a series of locations and doorways . The action is accompanied by live cello music performed by Maria Grico. Initially this proved quite atmospheric, but as we got into the action, I actually found it to be intrusive, especially when it was playing over the talking, the language is powerful and interesting enough without it.
Never outstaying its welcome, this is an engaging, haunting play, strongly acted, nicely staged and with a confident, intelligent use of language, the opening scene in particular is simply written yet immensely powerful, which is a real pleasure to watch.
Running time: 80 minutes (with no interval)
Programme cost: £1