The conflict between the swaggering Mercutio (Chris Lindon) and the fiery Tybalt (Richard James-Neale), who also plays the
tattooed hippy Friar Lawrence, was electric.
tattooed hippy Friar Lawrence, was electric.
| - Robin Strapp, The British Theatre Guide (March 29th, 2011) |
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There are some lovely moments... notable mentions go to Richard James-Neale's Simon - his angst encoded in every nuance - and
James Maclaughlan's Pirsg whose intriguing persona commands every scene. Thought provoking.
James Maclaughlan's Pirsg whose intriguing persona commands every scene. Thought provoking.
Whispering Happiness - Box of Tricks, Tristan Bates Theatre
9th June - 4th July, 2009
| - Jackie Cobham, The Telegraph (June 24th, 2009) |
...The real focus should not be taken away from the main element the showcase - drama. Not that watching such quality, tense
pieces as that from 'A Single Act' (by Jane Bodie) with Sarah Cromarty and Richard James-Neale in a rather curious stand off over a
pet rabbit in a box, would allow you to soon forget that side of this production.
As the fur starts to fly over the rabbit - named Stu by James-Neale's worryingly dark persona, the tag as he kicks it into the wings was
brutally effective and cruelly clinical - two students working well together and without nerves.
'Experts Choice' - Richard James-Neale, Henry Maynard and Victoria Bell (Fiona Keddie - Keddie Scott Associates)
pieces as that from 'A Single Act' (by Jane Bodie) with Sarah Cromarty and Richard James-Neale in a rather curious stand off over a
pet rabbit in a box, would allow you to soon forget that side of this production.
As the fur starts to fly over the rabbit - named Stu by James-Neale's worryingly dark persona, the tag as he kicks it into the wings was
brutally effective and cruelly clinical - two students working well together and without nerves.
'Experts Choice' - Richard James-Neale, Henry Maynard and Victoria Bell (Fiona Keddie - Keddie Scott Associates)
Mountview West End Showcase, Criterion Theatre
29th March, 2006
| - Derek Smith, The Stage (May 11th, 2006) |
...In its familiarity, this play is not without its challenges and The Mechanicals can be risibly embarrassing. Happily, this is not the
case. As Bottom, Matthew Devitt is superb, with excellent vocal range, faultless timing and the instinct of a fine actor for solo and
ensemble playing. During some scenes, thanks to some very good original visual gags, the audience weeps with laughter. The play
scene in particular will not have raised such uncontrollable and un-embarrassed laughter for years. It is a gem from all participants.
A talented group of young actors...
case. As Bottom, Matthew Devitt is superb, with excellent vocal range, faultless timing and the instinct of a fine actor for solo and
ensemble playing. During some scenes, thanks to some very good original visual gags, the audience weeps with laughter. The play
scene in particular will not have raised such uncontrollable and un-embarrassed laughter for years. It is a gem from all participants.
A talented group of young actors...
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Ludlow Castle
24th June - 8th July, 2006
| - Prue Britten, The Stage (June 26th, 2006) |
...The other players - John Cockerill as Flute, Ian Harris as Snug, Richard James-Neale as Snout, Tom Jude as Starveling and
Daniel Leatherdale as Quince - were perfect foils for Bottom and brought out the comedy to maximum effect.
Daniel Leatherdale as Quince - were perfect foils for Bottom and brought out the comedy to maximum effect.
| - The Kidderminster Shuttle (July 12th, 2006) |
The cast by and large handle the verse intelligently, and it's engaging to hear it delivered in strong regional accents (think Billy Elliott
speaking pentameter). Richard James-Neale's Roderigo and Leila Crerar's Emilia, in particular sew the language and some very
contemporary intentations and physicality together skillfully.
speaking pentameter). Richard James-Neale's Roderigo and Leila Crerar's Emilia, in particular sew the language and some very
contemporary intentations and physicality together skillfully.
Othello - Frantic Assembly, Lyric Hammersmith
6th - 22nd November, 2008
| - Karen Fricker, Variety (November 10th, 2008) |
Richard James-Neale brings Simon's fury of rejection by society vividly to life.
| - Dominic De Nezza, Remotegoat (June 23rd, 2009) |
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The standout performance was definitely Richard James-Neale’s Tybalt and Friar Lawrence. His energy and ability to portray
character perfectly meant that whenever he took the stage he shone above all the others.
character perfectly meant that whenever he took the stage he shone above all the others.
Romeo and Juliet - Pilot Theatre Company, UK Tour
10th September, 2010 - 9th April, 2011
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| - Luke Murphy, FringeReview.co.uk (February 12th, 2011) |