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The Famous Five review

“Distinctive and catchy composition”

ReviewsSep 30, 2022by Chris BartlettTheatr Clwyd, Mold

Louis Suc, Isabelle Methven, Maria Goodman and Dewi Wykes in The Famous Five at Theatr Clwyd, Wales. Photo: The Other Richard

Tamara Harvey and Elinor Cook unite to bring Enid Blyton’s books to life in a lively modern musical

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Chris is a freelance feature writer, reviewer and playwright, and former chief sub-editor at The Stage. He has been reviewing for The Stage since 1999

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