Lessons on Revolution

Inspiring, poignant, thought-provoking. An all too timely “lesson” on student activism and the political impact of arts. A love letter to archive. A vulnerable historical artifact. “A glimpse of hope.”

An excellent show, delivered with a lot of energy. Quite enjoyable while making you think as well!

Story inventively told. An hour very well-spent, in short, a cracker. More next year comrades.

Probably the show that touched me most out of all the ones I saw this year – and I've seen many very touching shows. But I felt something tugging at my heart the entire time of Lessons on Revolution. I think one of the things I loved most about it is how it demonstrates the interconnectedness of different communities, epoches, and countries in the struggle for justice and liberation. What I thought would be a show about London at first turned into a show about the world, and I think this is deeply important nowadays – to remember we don't live in a bubble.

It is also a show about individuals, and these two performers really do a good job in transmitting their individuality, their personality, and how the "small" matters of their lives (the flat where they live, their grandparents, etc.) connect them to global battles and to figures long since gone.

Just a spectacular interweaving of personal and political, of local and global. As a young queer student who often wonders about my place in the world and how I can help it, who sees the people around me struggle with the same questions, I really needed to see this. It is full of hope.

Part history lesson, part uni/slum flat/ flatmate survival story, a beautiful show that makes it clear how intricately linked the fabric of every story truly is -- how the ripples of one decision nearly 200 years ago reverberate with as much potency and necessity today, paving the way for two young artists to tell their own story. This is what good experimental theatre should feel like -- a bit like a revolution.

Poignant and touching, with the right amount of humour and depth. Key viewing for anyone interested in the act of protest, the role of universities in society and culture, and the state of housing in London.

Such a thoughtfully constructed piece weaving in aspects of the creative process, archival material and how we engage with the legacy of aspirational change or movements. I really appreciated how the space was constructed!

Unlike anything I have seen at the Fringe. Stand-out, creative and original slick production which received a heartfelt applause from a packed room. So pleased to have supported this show.

Experimental theatre at it's finest! A really beautiful and thoughtful piece that implores you to think. I loved this show! Top pick of my list this year.