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Thomas Hopkins, Michael Quinn, Guy Chapman, Park Theatre and Hope Mill Theatre in association with Creative House Productions, Ruthie Henshall & Paul Schofield present the revival of
Rose
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Directed by Scott Le Crass
Following a hugely successful online run, the award-winning revival of Martin Sherman's Rose comes to the stage. Featuring an unmissable star-turn from Dame Maureen Lipman.
This powerful one-woman production is a moving reminder of some of the harrowing events that shaped the century. It remains sadly relevant today with racial tensions and allegations of antisemitism continuing to dominate the news.
Blending the personal with the political, this sharply drawn portrait of a feisty Jewish woman traces Rose’s story from the devastation of Nazi-occupied Europe to conquering the American dream. Rose reflects on what it means to be a survivor. Her remarkable life began in a tiny Ukrainian village, took her to Warsaw’s ghettos and a ship called The Exodus, and finally to the boardwalks of Atlantic City, the Arizona canyons and salsa-flavoured nights in Miami beach.
Lipman is Rose - a woman shaped by her history. She offers an intimate and, at times, humorous account of the 20th century and its complicated heritage. This thought-provoking production acts as a caution, highlighting the importance of unity in the face of adversity and the need to recognise the suffering of others.
'If the 20th century were a person, she might be Rose' ★★★★★ Metro
'It's not just terrific theatre, it's essential viewing' ★★★★★ WhatsOnStage
'A fine actor at the top of her game, and a gripping life story' ★★★★★ The Jewish Chronicle
'An unmissable tour-de-force' ★★★★★ Jewish Renaissance
'Powerfully captivating' ★★★★★ Morning Star
'Lipman gives us a genuinely heart-moving experience and holds us under her spell' ★★★★★ Everything Theatre
'A performance for which phrases like ‘powerhouse’ and ‘tour de force’ were invented' ★★★★★ Attitude Magazine
'Maureen Lipman’s magnificent solo performance is spell-bindingly captivating… an unforgettable privilege' ★★★★★ Theatre Weekly
'Captures exactly what it means to be Jewish in an ever-changing world' ★★★★★ Pocket Size Theatre
'An unforgettable evening: profound darkness of evil streaked with unconquerable human light' ★★★★★ My Theatre Mates
'Infused with humour, spiced with colourful characters, and seasoned by settings around the world... a masterclass in human compassion' ★★★★★ London Pub Theatres
'A devastating, exquisitely realised piece of storytelling reflecting on the events of the 20th century' ★★★★★ A Youngish Perspective
'A clever, entertaining, informative and enlightening play... Superb revival' ★★★★ Daily Mirror
'One of the most moving and extraordinary theatrical experiences you will see this year' ★★★★ Ham & High
'A show that spans decades and continents but is never less than intimate and personal' ★★★★ Broadway World
'Rose is one of those plays that deserves to be seen by as many people as possible' ★★★★ Love London Culture
'An important play that urges audiences to remember the lessons of the past' ★★★★ West End Best Friend
'Everyone will be able to relate to something within this play' ★★★★ Lost In Theatreland
'An engaging piece of theatre that is as delightful as it is deep' ★★★★ LondonTheatre1