Monday 15 August 2011

Day 10 Roundup (three 5*s - what a day!)

Agnes & Walter, Zoo Southside. A glorious dance eulogy to the idea of growing old with someone. Free-spirited, life-affirming new work. 5/5

Recursion, C Soco. A play about memory loss. I can't wait to forget it. 1/5

Rich Hall's Hoe Down, Pleasance Courtyard. Hall and his band make for great late night company. Top country music, and a bar onstage! 3/5

The Seagull Effect, Zoo Roxy. Ambitious in scope, if a little literal-minded, this highly visual piece is filled with little delights. 3/5

Tonight, Sandy Grierson Will..., Assembly. Astounding, electric - the performance is a protean feat, and the script will sweep you away. 5/5

Wright Brothers, Pleasance Courtyard. Pleasant enough and occasionally charming, but this aviator bio never really takes flight. 2/5

Your Last Breath, Pleasance Dome. Searingly complex, literate and invigorating - an adrenaline shot to the mind and the heart. Terrific. 5/5