“ Despite its strong cast, Come Out Fighting is in need of a more nuanced script and tighter direction to give this exploration into suppressed sexuality and homophobia within the armed forces the story and platform it deserves. ”

“ There are quite a few surprises tucked away in the unfolding narrative of this tense drama, but just when I thought I had the measure of this three hander, everything gets flipped in a direction I definitely had not seen coming “

“ Given 2016’s production was already a well-polished affair, Spreadbury-Maher has managed to give this latest outing of Tommy Murphy’s play a fresh coat of varnish, making Strangers In Between as funny and moving as it has ever been. “

“ This is a fresh, funny and entertaining slice of queer theatre that succeeds on the merits of Louis Emmitt-Stern’s strong script and impressive performances by the entire cast. “

“ With a confident and challenging performance by Michael Batten at it’s core, and assured direction from Scott Le Crass, the play provides plenty of moments you’ll be dissecting long after the plays finalé. “

“ My overwhelming post-show feeling was one of having just been given a great big, beautiful LGBTQ+ musical hug “

“ A Critical Stage is a gentle, but nonetheless highly enjoyable, witty and surprisingly layered production that, despite the amusing shock of its opening, allows itself time to let the story unfold. “

“ With Mayflies writer and composer Gus Gowland is on top form once again, delivering a witty, thought provoking and inclusive musical every bit as impressive as his previous outing, Pieces Of String. “

“ With such well defined characters at the centre of this thoroughly engaging story, I would have happily spent more time in their company to see their journey given even more time to unfold. ”

“ Con-Version is a thought-provoking piece of theatre, successfully realising nearly all of it’s epic ambitions. Filled with an abundance of talent this production is a fantastic way to conclude this years VAULTfestival experience. “