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The Boys Are Kissing review

“Commendable debut”

ReviewsJan 25, 2023by Nikita KariaTheatre503, London

Eleanor Wyld and Seyan Sarvan in The Boys Are Kissing at Theatre503, London. Photo: Tristram Kenton

Zak Zarafshan’s debut at Theatre503 is a fresh, intelligent drama of identity and playground politics

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