‘Owen O’Neill and Dave Johns have fashioned a compelling stage version of much power and intensity.’
Daily Express

‘The relationship between the two men, which ranges from the practical to the near-spiritual, is movingly, even tenderly handled by Kevin Anderson and Reg E. Cathey.’
Daily Express

‘Reg E. Cathey coolly inhabits Red’s soul. The play is worth seeing for his portrayal alone.’
Daily Express

‘The excellent Reg E. Cathey holds the evening together with his moving, unforced dignity.’
The Independent

‘There is little doubt that this stage version of The Shawshank Redemption will be a big hit.’
Daily Telegraph

‘The implicit irony of a prison play is that it celebrates the liberation of the human spirit and this clever stage adaptation of Stephen King’s brilliant novella is as powerful as any such drama.’
Whatsonstage

‘Every performance has received a spontaneous standing ovation.’
Whatsonstage

‘Kevin Anderson and Reg E. Cathey are both terrific.’
Whatsonstage

‘Cathey comes home to roost in the audience’s affection with his own brand of twinkling humour and gravelly vocal delivery.’
Whatsonstage

‘Simply glorious.’
Whatsonstage

‘If you haven’t seen this show you are missing a treat. Simply wonderful!’
Fox News / BBC Radio

‘The novella was a page turner, the film was gripping, and you won’t be disappointed by the play. It will have you on the edge of
your seats.’
Jeffrey Archer

‘Brilliantly staged and superbly acted, this stage adaptation captures the essence of Stephen King’s redemptive tale. It is a compelling and moving piece of theatre. I loved it.’
Bill Bailey

‘This stage version is already a phenomenon. The theatre roof is in danger of lift off, such is the deafening roar that greets every
final bow.’
The Sun

‘Brilliantly staged version – a polished, stand-alone work.’
Sunday Business Post

‘Ferdia Murphy’s stark, domineering two-tiered set makes its mark, remaining as impressive from the moment it’s revealed until the
feel-good finale.’
Sunday Business Post

‘The performances are uniformly exquisite. The production values are accomplished. The overall experience is one of entertainment: that’s good theatre.’
The Irish Examiner

‘Peter Sheridan’s direction is slick and the production design – from sound to lighting to the stark set – is excellent and the final scene is particularly striking.’
Metro

‘A lavish offering. Director Peter Sheridan seamlessly moves the action.’
RTE online

‘This is a gem worthy of the standing ovation.’
Evening Herald

‘Fantastic. Amazing. I urge people to go along, it’s absolutely brilliant.’
Today FM

‘Compelling performances.’
Sunday Times