Critical Reaction

Critical Reaction

Critical Reaction

"A genuinely moving show and one I will savour with pleasure in my memory for a long time. [& ] Stephen Clark has adapted the story into a succession of short scenes which [& ] follow on cohesively and coherently resulting in a believable and very poignant evening. [& ] Howard Goodall s score is tuneful and effective and highlights the emotions of the characters without denigrating their strength. It is a score worthy of a second hearing." - IndieLondon

"Howard Goodall (music) and Stephen Clark (book and lyrics) have crafted a terrific new musical. [& ]  the songs offer welcome moments of interiority in the hectic narrative onslaught, giving crucial emotional heft and access into the hearts and minds of the lovestruck duo." - Evening Standard

"Elegant [& ] Goodall s music [& ] is always interesting, often beautiful." - WhatsOnStage.com

"The production and the show, despite all the perils, are forceful without being forced. When you can make it seem genuine even though it's clearly not, you never do have to say you're sorry." - Philly.com

"Howard Goodall s music is one of the strongest (if not THE strongest) components of this theatrical piece. The quiet and intricate melodies are mostly rapturous. The emotional duet Everything We Know is the strongest from a music standpoint, but nearly every song is beautiful and interesting with common musical themes running through each of them." - DC Metro Theater Arts