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A Thong for Europe review

“Celebrates the joyful lunacy of Eurovision”

ReviewsApr 27, 2023by Catherine JonesRoyal Court Theatre, Liverpool

Emma Bispham, Gemma Dobson and Lindzi Germain in A Thong for Europe. Photo: Jason Roberts

Affectionate and hugely enjoyable celebration of the spectacle of Eurovision

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