Golda Rosheuvel in Now We Are Here | Photo by Helen MurrayWe're sad about the fact it's over, but definitely not sad about the reception it received. The reviews are in for our new Taking Part play Now We Are Here - a brave collaboration of true stories written by four refugees and the award-winning poet and spoken word artist Deanna Rodger. Take a look below to see what critics made of the show.
★★★★
“This is seductive theatre, persuasive protest – the stories will haunt you”
The Times - read the full review here.
★★★★
“Simple but starkly affecting – anyone still in any doubt about theatre’s ability to tackle the pressing stories of the day should acquaint themselves sharpish with the Young Vic’s wholly admirable Horizons season”
The Evening Standard - read the full review here.
The Cast of Now We Are Here | Photo by Helen Murray★★★★
“Ian Rickson directs this sensitive, compelling production which strips away everything but the bare minimum needed for these voices to be heard”
The Independent - read the full review here.
★★★★
“It is absolutely paramount that more of these stories are told so that we are not desensitised by dehumanising statistics and relentless news reports. [...] These beautifully told stories with humour and wit are just the tip of the iceberg.”
Theatre News - read the full review here.
“One takes away from “Now We Are Here” great pride in the courage of the individuals presented alongside an abiding wish that an often unforgiving world can — or will — just let them be.”
The New York Times - read the review here.
