Ophelia

A great chance to relive Shakespeare's tragedy in a way that challenges conventions and highlights the resilience of a woman finding her voice. "Ophelia: This is Her Story" is a must-see that promises to captivate, inspire, and leave you with a renewed appreciation for the power of storytelling

Excellent performances, phenomenal acting, the direction and staging was uniquely gifted given the fringe space, and all around well put together show. 10/10 Highly recommend. Excellent adaptation and strong character development.

A professional and enjoyable classic story with a modern twist. It was an intimate theatre setting and all the actors nailed the brief of the story without falling into the trap of overacting. The hour length performance had real passion. I would happily pay money to see these actors again.....not forgetting the writing and the technical team. Well done.

Ophelia was all about what would have happened if one of Shakespeare's female characters didn't die quietly off stage. It also examined the likely/potential relationship between Ophelia & her brother, Laertes. The writing was both credible & strong. The acting was sharp & completely engaging. The stand-out performances were Ophelia & Laertes but the whole cast were word & pitch perfect. This was a powerfully emotional play written & performed by Bristol University students that belied their youth. Bravo!

A profound and moving analysis of Ophelia as a young woman trapped by patriarchal norms that begin in the original Hamlet and are explored with great nuance and emotional depth as they extend into modern day. What has changed, the play asks? Are young women still condemned to being controlled, sidelined in life and literature - or can Ophelia find a way to outlive her destiny and find her own vitality and voice? This performance, so beautifully acted by a talented cast, made me want to cry and laugh at the same time as it brings Ophelia’s inner narrative alive for the first time - go see the last performance tomorrow!

For someone who hardly remembers Hamlet, this show is an ode to Shakespeare and therefore a major credit to itself. Ophelia's character and its potential complexity are explored making you think about the depth of messages within the original piece and the relevance of the one which is addressed in this retelling. In a world where societal constructs are more freely discussed, it concisely criticises the patriarchy and its 'softer' actions towards women, those done with seemingly good intentions yet contradicting themselves in their results. The cast was brilliant, particularly Hamlet who plays an anxious, afraid but easily roused character struggling to find his place in the patriarchy too.

The show also highlighted my Porsche ownership. Not bad eh.

Saw this amazing play today. Cannot recommend it enough. The script is brilliant and really analyses toxic masculinity. The acting is
outstanding. You must see it!

What a fantastic show. Written beautifully and performed to perfection. Ophelia is outstanding closely followed by Hamlet and the rest of the cast. The space was tight but they managed it well and were truest in character. A clever set and some engaging physical theatre. Highly recommend this show just a shame it’s a short run.

Excellent script and very talented cast make this a must watch! The audience is immediately engaged by the characters and taken on a roller coaster of emotions from first love to anger & loss. So much packed in to a very short time. Wonderful - this is the stuff which makes the Fringe so special.

Sensitively written and directed, and performed by a cast whose names you’ll know very soon. Highly recommended.

This is an outstanding production by a new writer and what the Fringe is all about. Excellent performances by talented young actors in a tightly directed and engaging show. Go if you can!

Really moving, great production and cast. Great for anyone looking for an amazing retelling of a Shakespeare classic.