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Belly of the Beast review

“Appealingly acidic humour and sharply observed dialogue”
ReviewsJan 10, 2025by Dave FargnoliFinborough Theatre, London
Shiloh Coke and Sam Bampoe-Parry in Belly of the Beast at Finborough Theatre, London. Photo: Ali Wright
Shiloh Coke and Sam Bampoe-Parry in Belly of the Beast at Finborough Theatre, London. Photo: Ali Wright
Heartfelt performances animate this promising, if unpolished, play about identity, idealism and the often-shocking state of our schools

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