Forth Children's Theatre Edinburgh, Park

Reviews

1. Bill Geake ★★★★★

   The production of The Addams Family is remarkable - this is the top end of youth theatre and the lead roles in particular are so well played, it's hard to see what experienced professionals could do better. Forget about making allowances for age - this was genuinely entertaining. It helps that the show is written with great wit, and you will laugh because you can't help it. The standard of acting is high - these actors know that they have to act with their voice, face, movement and whole body. Comic timing, and just enough knowing-ness, are here in spades, and not just from the principals. You can't do that without having drawn the audience into the play and knowing that you've done so. The dancing is remarkable - both from the specialists and the actors. The choreography is ambitious but the cast is well up to the challenge. An evening well-spent, surely watching some people who will go as far as they want. Addendum: A year on, another excellent show (The Sound of Music). Not easy to do: everyone knows it, the principals need nuanced performances and vocally… well, Climb Every Mountain isn’t easy in your own shower. But again, these guys aced it, with just the right amount of pathos, humour and the odd arch moment. Wonderful.

   1 year ago
2. Kevin Freeman-Ferguson ★★★★★

   FCT have created an excellent production of Everybody’s Talking about Jamie for the 2024 Fringe. It is moving funny and insightful. The singing was note perfect and the dancing on point. Put this show on your must see list for the Fringe this year. A huge well done to everyone involved in putting together, especially the kids!

   almost 2 years ago
3. stephie Bain ★★★★★

   Absolutely fantastic performance. Well done to everybody in the show and involved. Myself and my 8 year old girl loved it ❤️

   almost 3 years ago

1. Bert Craig ★★★★★

   In my teen years [ over 60 years ago) I loved participating in amateur dramatics. The show by Forth Theatre group was outstanding and the Cast, stage crew and production team brought back happy memories. I do have 2 granddaughters in the show and I hope to attend many more performances.

   almost 3 years ago
2. Laura Nicol ★★★★★

   Outstanding performances- very gifted group of young Actors, singers, dancers. Comedic roles played very well. Set and props also very effective and live music added to overall experience.

   almost 3 years ago
3. Trish Duncan ★★★★★

   Thoroughly enjoyable performance of Anything Goes by a talented group of young people. The singing and dancing was superb and the dialogue hilarious at times. All involved in this show should be very proud.

   almost 3 years ago

1. Pauline Dickson ★★★★★

   I have had the privilege of being involved in Forth Children’s Theatre as a parent and also a volunteer. There is so much to get involved with and fantastic support and encouragement. They also produce excellent shows with a wealth of incredible talent. Would highly recommend getting involved.

   almost 3 years ago

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