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Noises Off review

“Joyful and memorable theatrical experience”
ReviewsJul 14, 2025by David PollockTheatre by the Lake, Keswick
Hilary Maclean, George Kemp and Hisham Abdel Razek in Noises Off at the Theatre by the Lake, Keswick. Photo: Craig Fuller
Hilary Maclean, George Kemp and Hisham Abdel Razek in Noises Off at the Theatre by the Lake, Keswick. Photo: Craig Fuller
Michael Frayn’s demanding, hilarious farce-within-a-farce is given a skilful and energetic revival in this touring version, courtesy of director Douglas Rintoul

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