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‘Powerful without being sentimental’: THE APOLOGY – Arcola Theatre

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Kyo Choi’s new play, The Apology, looks at sexual slavery in the Second World War and insists that a tactical political apology isn’t remotely enough for the women and their families denied official acknowledgment of responsibility from modern governments.

It always takes one lone voice, someone brave enough to stand up and speak about what happened to them. Soon, others will follow inspired by that first individual and that is how truths eventually come to light. With Maria Schrader and Rebecca Len…

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IN PICTURES: Check out the stunning production images of Amy Ng’s new drama Under The Umbrella

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If opening an umbrella inside really is bad luck, I fear for the Under The Umbrella team, because these rehearsal images of the world premiere coming to the Belgrade Theatre from 2 to 16 March 2019, show the cast and creative team throwing caution to the wind popping their parasols without fear.

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ROUND-UP: It’s raining down ★★★★★ & ★★★★ reviews on Under The Umbrella!

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The cast and creative team of Amy Ng’s new play Under The Umbrella have been blown away by the deluge of positive reviews they have received since the production opened at the Belgrade Theatre. We’ve collected together some of the best – take a look then book your tickets!

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I didn’t want it to be about strange people doing weird things on the other side of the world: Amy Ng on Under The Umbrella

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From being approached with an already well-formed idea to re-evaluating her opinion of Chinese culture, Amy Ng tells us about her latest play, Under The Umbrella. Read her fascinating interview, then book your tickets for the show having its world premiere at the Belgrade Theatre until 16 March!

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GALLERY: Peek into rehearsals for the world premiere of Under The Umbrella at Belgrade Theatre

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If opening an umbrella inside really is bad luck, I fear for the Under The Umbrella team, because these rehearsal images of the world premiere coming to the Belgrade Theatre from 2 to 16 March 2019, show the cast and creative team throwing caution to the wind popping their parasols without fear.

CHINGLISH – Park Theatre

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Riffing on the chuckles that come from mistranslated menus and signs (I swear, it is one of my favourite things to do in touristy abroad), Chinglish follows the efforts of an American businessman trying to break into the Chinese market by providing accurately translated signage.