Pygmalion is the story of My Fair Lady, in which a young flower seller learns that language and its use are keys which may unlock societal doors.
I thoroughly enjoyed this performance, not least the transformation of the young girl- although I did feel that Rachel Barry's interpretation of the unrefined Miss Dolittle was far more pleasing than her somewhat stuccato duchess. The costumes and staging were exquisite, and even without the musical elements it did feel happily familiar.
I particularly enjoyed the portrayal of Henry Higgins by the great Alistair Mcgowan. He came across as rather child like. He threw humorous temper tantrums at the apron strings of his mother, and I was pleased interpret him as slightly autistic. I feel that this worked very well, and Mcgowan pulled this off beautifully.
David Grindley's production continuously delights. My only qualm is that none of the elocution lessons were shown, and there was no blooper at the races; and those are perhaps my favourite parts of the story.
Highly recommended.
Image above not my own.
8.5/10
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