We asked our reviewers to take a look at 2016 and to nominate some stand out productions for 2016.
Danny Coleman-Cooke replied with the following:-
David Haig and the cast of Guys And Dolls. Photo: Paul Coltas Guys and Dolls, Savoy Theatre
This revival did great justice to one of theatre’s finest ever musicals – the all-star cast included David Haig, Jamie Parker and Sophie Thompson. Infused with stunning choreography from Andrew Wright and Carlos Acosta, it fully deserved its critical acclaim and resulting UK tour.
Cuttin It, Young Vic
A fantastic play tackling the important issue of FGM, Cuttin It starts as a good-humoured tale of childhood friendship but turns into something much darker. Simple yet powerful in its staging, it was the most emotional production I saw all year, provoking floods of tears from the audience.
Richard Gadd: Monkey See Monkey Do, Soho Theatre
My previous experiences of Richard Gadd had left me fairly cold, finding him a bit crude and one-dimensional. However, Monkey See Monkey Do was much more complex, surprising and thought-provoking, as he laid bare his demons and traumas. Running on a treadmill, whilst interacting with his own audio and video recordings, it was an energetic, compelling and often very funny production.
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Danny Coleman-Cooke is an experienced writer, who covers news, sport and comedy for high-profile personalities and broadcasters. His speeches and scripts can be seen on stage, on primetime TV and in Parliament, broadcast to wide and diverse audiences. His experience includes writing for the BBC’s Have I Got News for You, Channel 4’s Paralympics coverage, and the Premier League’s live match commentary. He has also managed social media accounts for a number of major brands, including Tesco, The Guardian and the BBC. He's also a well-established speechwriter, scriptwriter and copywriter and has written for a wide range of famous faces in the world of politics and entertainment. He recently had his first theatrical credit, as co-writer of a musical adaptation of Beowulf, which toured the Midlands and was performed at the Royal Albert Hall. Danny is a huge theatre fan and was part of the writing team for the 2015 and 2016 Olivier Awards.
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