A review by joannaszulcm
The Hostage by Brendan Behan

dark emotional funny tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

a very funny play about ireland in the mid-20th century. the cast of characters is brilliantly diverse, from queer prostitutes, english aristocrats, working class london boys, to pious whores. loved it! what i wouldn't give to see it on stage someday
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