(Mark Fisher’s article appeared in the Guardian, 7/9.)
Crucible, Sheffield
Transformative puppetry, design and direction, and a great human lead, make this adaptation of Yann Martel’s book unmissable
5/5 stars
A tip for playwrights: when you want to field a formidable character, make sure you give them a good build-up. Do as Lolita Chakrabarti does in her theatrically savvy adaptation of the Yann Martel novel and keep us waiting. By the time Richard Parker, the accidentally named Bengal tiger, slinks on stage, she has primed us to expect something awesome. We already believe in his animal power and carnivorous appetite.novel and keep us waiting.
