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Harry’s Christmas review

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ReviewsDec 9, 2022by Emily JuppKing’s Head Theatre, London

Stephen Smith in Harry’s Christmas at King’s Head Theatre, London. Photo: Bonnie Britain

Timely revival of Steven Berkoff’s solo drama about loneliness, starring Stephen Smith

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