GOOD theatre comes in many guises and the Clod Ensemble's witty and innovative production proved that even without the actor's main instrument, the voice, it is still possible to engage and entertain.
Greed is a simple fable of a dentist and his wife who discover what seems to be a miracle teeth-whitener, which turns out to have disastrous consequences both for the teeth of the populace and for the couple.
But this is no ordinary play - it is a live silent movie, complete with projected titles and brilliantly evocative piano playing by John-Paul Gandy. The two performers, Sarah Cameron and Marcello Magni, maintain for an hour a perfect representation of the manner and mannerisms of the likes of Keaton, Chaplin and Clara Bow.
The courage, invention and determination of these bright, young touring companies maintains centuries of theatre tradition and it is a great pity that more people cannot tear themselves away from Corrie or EastEnders to watch live entertainment. Last Wednesday's small but appreciative audience were clearly delighted that they had made the effort.
REVIEW BY STEVE EVANS
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