PRESS
THE MEMORY OF WATER
“[T]he laughs come frequently in Ed Wightman’s sensitive and powerful production.” Canberra Times
“Ed Wightman’s direction of this play is impressive…” ArtSound FM
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THE BOOK OF EVERYTHING
“The…audience laughed its way through the show, and people stamped their feet on the floor in approval at the end.” Canberra Times
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TWELFTH NIGHT
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“[A]n entertaining and frequently…funny production of one of Shakespeare’s more accessible plays…” Canberra Critics Circle
“Wightman clearly knows his stuff. He displays a deep understanding of the play, and of comedy, and clearly has a knack for getting the best from his performers.” Sydney Morning Herald
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LAWRENCE & HOLLOMAN
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“[T]he first must-see independent show of the season…” Sun Herald
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FAWLTY TOWERS LIVE
“Fawlty Towers Live works like a charm…” The Age
“[A] very clever iteration of a TV masterpiece…” The Daily Telegraph
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ARMS AND THE MAN
“Wightman skilfully directs an excellent…cast to achieve a balance between humorous satirical jibe and serious social commentary…Don’t miss the opportunity to see this rarely performed play.” Canberra Times
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“Vibrant, entertaining and sumptuous…a fine new production by director Ed Wightman…” City News
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ARE YOU LISTENING NOW?
“[D]irector Ed Wightman has the story unfold sharply while drawing fine performances from his cast.” Audrey Journal
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“[T]his play is definitely worth the trip to the Old 505.” Weekend Notes
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ROPE
"Meticulously detailed and superbly staged..." Canberra Critics Circle
"[This] rock-star Rope plays out like clock-work..." City News
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BABY JANE
"...[A}n absorbing piece of well-made theatre ... highly recommended." Canberra Critics Circle
"...[G]ripping, unsettling ... a strong production ..." City News
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