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The last of the Dragons Reader's Review
The Last of the Dragons
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“I loved it!” (and even got to swap places with the Prince on stage)
- Caelan aged 6
We are spoiled for choice in Edinburgh at Festival time, and it’s not easy to choose from the wealth of family entertainment on offer. Look no further! The Last of the Dragons, with a stellar cast directed by Laura Stevens, is just the ticket, with its hilarious and high-energy slapstick comedy. My son and I were both thoroughly impressed by the quality theatre production starring Hannah Howie as the strong-willed Princess, Isobel McArthur, her dedicated nurse, the star-gazing Prince, played by Thomas Doherty and his charismatic Valet, Tom Duncan. The Princess is a reluctant damsel in distress who wants to battle the dragon herself, much to the chagrin of her father, the King, played by David Mahoney, who fondly reminisces about his own dragon fighting days.
The audience is caught up in the fast-paced adventure, from beginning to end. Each scene is expertly staged by the cast who interact directly with the audience, much to everyone’s amusement. The casting is superb and the costumes are fabulous. The story has been adapted by Kristin Walter from the story by Edith Nesbit. Best to get there early to get good seats, as the theatre filled up quickly. The queue is through the archway to the Pleasance Courtyard - Beneath, in a ‘secret’ (to us) extra bar area. There are children’s activities in the ‘Pleasance Kidzone’ before and after the show. This is a professional show suitable for the whole family. My 6 year old son and I both highly recommend it!
Reviewed by Catherine Pierce 13 August