The Late Middle Classes
Donmar, until 17 July
Lilies of the Land
Arts, until 17 July
Plotless plays are usually the work of beginners or nutcases. Very occasionally they’re produced by seasoned theatrical wizards. Simon Gray belongs to the third type.

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