‘Phil Willmott proves why he is one of the most versatile, best and amazingly prolific directors around with this revival. [He] makes better stage pictures than almost anyone around, and here he is also blessed with a cast of uncommon talent. Peter Polycarpou is superb as Arturo Ui…’ THE GUARDIAN ‘The intimate Bridewell lends itself to Willmott’s film noir moodiness as he drives the play along with all the speed of a Cagney gangster movie. Chillingly funny and enjoyable.’ THE TIMES ‘Peter Polycarpou is frankly irresistible in the lead role… Andy de la Tour’s fine translation… Highly entertaining and slick.’ TIME OUT ‘A superbly entertaining satirical parable’ DAILY MAIL ‘Polycarpou’s Ui is a meaty creation… Hansjorg Schmidt’s film noir lighting seduces the eye.’ WHAT’S ON ‘A formidably industrious, hyper-energetic production… Billowing with clouds of dry ice combined with Hansjorg Schmidt’s high-class lighting design produce a choking atmosphere of menace. And, in Peter Polycarpou, the production has a hypnotically manic, suitably diminutive Arturo, eyes glinting with mischief, face metamorphosing in a trice from oleaginous smiles to repellent leers. Amusing and terrifying…’ THE INDEPENDENT ‘Polycarpou rises to the challenge in this high-energy production. The production’s highlight is visual, as Willmott conjures up 1930s celluloid America in a swirl of mist and silhouettes… Casts a sinister spell.’ EVENING STANDARD ‘Cracking with machine-gun pace, Phil Willmott’s characteristically dynamic and stimulating production makes this show a success.’ THE STAGE ‘An absolutely thrilling performance… Superb acting from all… The lighting and staging effects are stunning… An unforgettable show’ THEATREWORLD.COM