The Years

A beautifully performed and imaginatively staged Production with a multi talented group of Actors. An at times raw and graphic account of women’s life experience through the years with each decade evocatively depicted. Whilst the snapshots of life portrayed are especially female centric and relatable it is perhaps not a watch for the faint hearted, sheltered from life or overly sensitive. Do however see it if you can . It’s imaginative re creation of past life experience is still so relevant in today’s world and it is a privilege to watch such a talented performance from the amazing cast.

I bought a ticket at the last minute, not knowing much other than it was a good show, and it blew my socks off. Not to mention the night I went one of the actresses was in the middle of an extremely emotionally charged scene when the house lights were brought up to help somebody having some kind of medical emergency. When the show resumed the actress picked up like she wasn’t interrupted at all! In a way the presentation of the play reminded me of the show Six, but without the pop concert feel (although there was some singing and a dance number). With 5 actresses, the show tells the story of different phases of a woman’s life from 1940 something to present day. The style and the way technology was used is completely original as far as I know.

Wow what a play, very high standard. Never read the book, but don’t need to now. We Loved the way it was portrayed with fantastic actors. Made us tearful and then laughed. Definitely one for woman of all ages, We could so relate to all the different ages and stages of life. I also loved the theatre and will come again.

This is not a a play for those that avoid the mess in life, but for all the rest it is a review of what has influenced something of female lives over time

This show is unique and unlike anything I’ve ever seen. I went with my best friend and we are both 66, making us at the younger end of the references in the play. A must see for women my age and older- brutal, truthful- funny and moving- the whole gamut of emotions in 90 minutes. I don’t need to see it again, but I am so glad I had the experience. Amazing acting- AMAZING. Bravo ladies!

Possibly most appeal to the over 50s

Pertinent for women born in 50’s 60’s So acurate and great depiction of the struggles , the reality and the emotions of that time . I was very moved and I ended shedding a few tears …..

The acting was great. The story was very good. It covered quite a long period of time. Some of the scenes were very graphic, wouldn't recommend it for anyone under 15/16

Fantastic review of the feminine post-war experience. Moving and powerful rendition of Annie Ernaux’s work.

Totally loved this play, all the cast were superb but Harmony Rose Bremner stood out ( albeit amongst giants ), her singing was beautiful and her acting so joyful. We had bargain seats (£35) on the front row and missed some scenes that took place low on the floor (below our eye level), but in the main the seats were great and fantastic value. Amazing to be so close to the cast.

Acted beautifully,a lot of triggers and situations which some of the audience may not be aware of . Definitely not for the faint hearted but they did the book proud . Very empowering