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The King’s Speech review

“Modest yet moving”
ReviewsSep 30, 2024by Paul ValeWatermill Theatre, Newbury
Arthur Hughes and Peter Sandys-Clarke in The King's Speech at the Watermill Theatre, Newbury. Photo: Alex Brenner
Arthur Hughes and Peter Sandys-Clarke in The King's Speech at the Watermill Theatre, Newbury. Photo: Alex Brenner
Revival of the drama based on the popular 2010 film highlights the vast divide between the populace and an archaic monarchy

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Paul has been writing for The Stage since 1998 as a critic and feature writer. He is also part of The Stage's Edinburgh Fringe review team.
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