The Hound of the Baskervilles
8 August – 5 September
"...the craft of the performers lifts it into the realm of a masterclass in truly excellent physical comedy"
Terry MacTavish for Theatreview says, "Cheerful, high-spirited absurdity". Read the full review
Spoof good, barmy fun thanks to great skill
Barbara Frame for the Otago Daily Times said, "Patrick Davies, Nick Dunbar and Simon Leary display... speed, agility, precise timing, lightning costume changes and comic expertise." Read the full review
"The Hound of the Baskervilles is barking mad and very silly, but that’s the beauty of a show that is pure escapism"
Brenda Harwood for The Star says, "A great chance to have a good laugh, and to marvel at the acting chops of three very clever fellows." Read the full review
Dunedin Performance Journal gives another great review of the show, "My night at The Hound of the Baskervilles was a fantastic one. And if the reactions of the audience were anything to go by, it’s a show that will be enjoyed by a wide range of people."
"If you are looking for a funny, warm, entertaining and out-of-the-ordinary night, this spectacular production is awaiting you."
Critic rates The Hound of the Baskervilles 4/5 and says, "The small cast may not seem advantageous but the actors’ talents at effortless transitions allow them to embody characters, both male and female, with consistent accents, voices and mannerisms that create a recognisable persona within each of them." Read the full review
Review by Gray Gibson and Sam van der Weerden
Fortune Theatre School Ambassadors from Kings High School
"Hilarity ensues when three actors are forced to take on thirty-seven roles with seventy-two costume changes in the latest play from the Fortune's season, The Hound of the Baskervilles. This witty and self aware adaption of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic is a must see. The cast of Simon Leary, Nick Dunbar and Patrick Davies (who also doubled as the director) convincingly pulls off the organised chaos that the play's comedy is built on. This well known whodunit is complimented by a variety of excellent physicality between the three actors, promising a Sherlock Holmes story like you've seen before."
Feedback from patrons:
"Had a great time at the preview last night! Thanks for a good two hours of laughter!!" Celia
"BRILLIANT show - wonderful acting with some really talented performers, a gripping story that managed to be engaging even though it was run on laughter, a real masterpiece of physical theatre. Will definitely come see it again!" Joseph
"It was a great night. Well done...have to love Dunedin's fortune theatre." Val
"Was at the preview last night - excellent performance. Loved every minute especially the first 5 minutes after interval." Nicola
"Awesome!! So funny & entertaining. Laughed until I cried lol." Vicki
"Loved it. I even had the bonus of an eccentric woman sitting directly behind me who was very much into audience participation. Such fun for a stormy Sunday arvo! Appreciated the sauna!" Kathryn
"Loved the train journey and other stop/go moments - such good fun!" Gill
