Battlesong of Boudica

Battlesong brings the familiarity of a Greek Tragedy and a Shakespearean History play while simultaneously feeling absolutely modern. Despite being 90 minutes, the show flies by! The tragedy is mixed with witty humor, creative dance choreography, and Jen Albert's signature award-winning fight choreography. Thoroughly entertaining and highly recommended!... full review

Another fierce and fascinating show from School of Night, this time reaching into first century Britain and the female warrior who hurt the Roman Empire as few others ever did.... full review

Spectacular, top to bottom, with elaborate costumes, props and sets and effects. The is a bold, ambitious, large scale adventure, all brought to life with grandiosity and conviction. The fight scenes choreography is top notch.... full review

Top-notch storytelling filled with great action, visuals, and performances. Christopher Johnson has crafted a wonderful script and directs a tight, fast-paced show. Jen Albert leads a committed group of actors as they tackle an ancient story filled with modern relevance with a great combination of sincerity and humor. An excellent example of how you can work within the constraints of Fringe and still put on a fully-realized, high concept production.... full review

Nothing like watching a Woman who has been massively wronged kill and behead all of her enemies! I had such a great time at this show. You know how 90 minute shows can feel suuuuuper long at Fringe? NOT THIS ONE. Loved it from top to bottom.... full review

What a great production, the atmosphere, the cast, the music and everything within the play just worked so well together. ... full review

Great show, great combat, great story! ... full review

A gripping historical drama about the power and hazards of revenge, staged with tremendous ambition.... full review

The show feels like a vivid campfire story. It's an epic topic told in an intimate setting, and I was completely absorbed from the outset. The cast were all great, they managed to keep a fun, contemporary feeling to the story, while still conveying the horrors of war and occupation. Boudica and her two daughters keep the play grounded in genuine emotion, conveying believable family dynamics behind the mythology. They made a great use of props, including puppets ranging from the little sacrificial bunny to the huge goddess of war. There are beheadings and bloody sword fights. A lot of fun and surprisingly moving.... full review

The show was amazing, raw & savage, I was legitimately entertained, strength of womankind on display, start to finish hanging on to every scene!... full review