My Father’s Fable
94%

My Father’s Fable London Reviews and Tickets

94%
(63 Ratings)
Positive
98%
Mixed
0%
Negative
2%
Members say
Absorbing, Clever, Great acting, Entertaining, Delightful

About the Show

A family's fragile ties unravel as secrets are revealed when a long-lost half-brother arrives.

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Show-Score Member Reviews (11)

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81 Reviews | 8 Followers
100%
Clever, Engaging, Funny, Great Acting, Refreshing

See it if you enjoy a small cast contemporary play with a twisty storyline. Great pace and plot, compelling characters, funny and heart-breaking.

Don't see it if No reason not to see this play! One of the best play's I've seen recently. Great cast, compelling storyline and a reveal!

1 Review | 0 Followers
92%
Engagingly Written, Entertaining, Humorous, Insightful, Passionate

See it if You like Nigerian/African literature, theatre, art, film, comedy or media. You like satirical British humour.

Don't see it if You have a fear of the occult/witchcraft. You react negatively to strobe lighting/flashing lights.

62 Reviews | 4 Followers
100%
Absorbing, Delightful, Entertaining, Funny, Great Acting

See it if You want have an enjoyable time, watch great acting and laugh.

Don't see it if You are close minded

1 Review | 0 Followers
85%
Clever, Funny, Great Acting, Relevant, Thought-Provoking

See it if It is culturally relevant to so many nationalities

Don't see it if There was no application of the dialogue, so with back to audience, it was sometimes hard to hear characters.

2 Reviews | 0 Followers
97%
Clever, Excruciating, Great Writing, Intense, Thought-Provoking

See it if Like depth, plot twists and Nigerian homage.

Don't see it if Don’t like realism and good plays

1 Review | 0 Followers
100%
Absorbing, Clever, Delightful

See it if Slick writing , absorbing plot, fantastic acting . We Loved it . Saw a review in the Guardian and thought I’d give it a go .glad we did!

Don't see it if Can’t think of a single negative thing . Loved the audience gasps and laughs . Nice balance of humour and intensity . Read more

144 Reviews | 11 Followers
89%
Absorbing, Clever, Great Acting, Riveting, Thought-Provoking

See it if you want an intense family drama that unfolds in twists and turns like a good mystery. Well drawn relatable characters and tension.

Don't see it if you don't find fractured family relationships interesting - this is a play for those who enjoy the intensity of human relationships.

1 Review | 0 Followers
90%
Absorbing, Clever, Delightful, Entertaining, True

See it if You want an authentic, new story. If you want something funny, emotional and easy to watch

Don't see it if nothing bad to say. first half was a bit long, but worth it. Read more

Critic Reviews (6)

London Theatre
June 29th, 2024

"a gripping new drama that keeps you guessing right to the end"
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The Times (UK)
June 23rd, 2024

"My Father’s Fable might sound as if it has too many moving parts. "
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The Guardian (UK)
June 23rd, 2024

"a slick delve into identity and complicated family relationships"
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The Arts Desk
June 25th, 2024

"hilarious and haunting family drama"
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Time Out London
July 1st, 2024

"Faith Omole’s flawed but gripping domestic drama"
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WhatsOnStage
June 24th, 2024

"My Father’s Fable will have you wincing, laughing and gasping out loud in equal measure"
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