Lloyd Evans Lloyd Evans

The Beeb could turn this script into TV gold: Howerd’s End reviewed

But will theatre survive the latest closures? Or might it evolve into a decorative outdoor pursuit, like lawn bowls or cricket?

Simon Cartwright as Frankie Howerd and Mark Farrelly as Dennis Heymer in 'Howerd's End' at the Golden Goose Theatre. Photo: C. Steve Ullathorne 
issue 07 November 2020

It’s touch and go whether the theatre will survive this latest assault. Some venues have pushed back their entire programme by four weeks, which is chaotic but manageable. Theatres mounting a panto are in a trickier position because they can’t trust Gove and Johnson not to extend the curfew into the festive season.

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