Underdog: The Other Other Brontë London Reviews and Tickets

See it if you like a light entertainment or you are a fan of Gemma Whelan. She is superb on stage as usual.

Don't see it if you worship Brontë sisters thus not be amused by half truth half imaginative stories.

See it if You like biographical theatre with a modern humorous take

Don't see it if you have no interest in the people or want a dry look at the sisters

See it if You think its a *comedy* about the sisters and are into slapstick.

Don't see it if You are not in puerile slapstick.

See it if You’re a Brontë fan

Don't see it if …

See it if You want a light hearted look at sibling rivalry from a modern viewpoint. Not sure it always works or does the sisters story justice.

Don't see it if You don’t like an irreverent approach or don’t expect bad language. Read more

See it if An excellent modern telling of women who are made real, rather than insipid portraits

Don't see it if You want something super traditional from the Brontës story

See it if You enjoy a fun night out. Staging was good. Moved pretty quickly. Great venue.. I enjoyed the ensemble pieces like the carriage ride.

Don't see it if You are a hard core Bronte fan. This isn't a true to the Bronte lore show. Is funny though.

See it if You like great acting and smooth writing.

Don't see it if You prefer your historical shows set firmly in that period - it's got some modern wording, but it works!