Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh: Snappy and brief, Andrew Panton's take on David Wood's adaptation of Roald Dahl's novel plays up the subversive elements that make the author such a hit. The moment when Claire Knight and Lewis Howden, as Mum and Dad, announce the magician at Sophie's birthday party and his cancellation all in the same breath, is perfect parental cruelty. Read the full review
SOURCE: The Stage at 10:26AM on December 4, 2014