THE TANNER

Solo Show · fringe management llc · Ages 16+ · United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

one person show
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BRIAN KNUDSON encore judge certified reviewer June 17, 2022
This show is definitely not Snowflake Theatre. For the squeamish or thin-skinned, I recommend seeing this before a meal, not after. On a side note, if the (watered down) Braveheart film script were completely accurate from beginning to end, the gore alone would have eliminated any possibility for studio funding. Once you see this show, you'll understand why. Although the sheer brutality of these 13th Century battles is truly shocking, this show is important and necessary to understand Scottish (and English) history. Fortunately, performer Alex McSherry has the grit and chops to deliver a powerful story.... full review
FANTASYS SNICKER uncertified reviewer March 17, 2023
tagged as: great
A story that is both old and new about regular people taking up arms against an oppressor. Writing and acting that keep you interested. Wonderful stories. One can easily imagine that this man has been telling <a href="https://food-le.com">foodle</a> these stories in different ways for more than 700 years.... full review
COLIN GUTHRIE uncertified reviewer August 19, 2022
tagged as: Freedom!!!
Minimalist to perfection. A Masterfully told story of the fight against Scottish Oppression with incredible accuracy. Would kill to see it again. From the moment it began I became increasingly more enchanted with the story being told. Forgetting entirely the world outside and existing only in the world he presented to me. ... full review
KATIEROSE DONOHUE ENRIQUEZ certified reviewer June 26, 2022
Highly recommend. Brutal, gritty. This is not a spit polish history lesson, it is raw, nasty storytelling in the best way. ... full review
ROBERT HOLCOMB certified reviewer June 26, 2022
tagged as: realistic. · well acted · powerful
A well designed and excellently presented show.... full review
ERIC CORNWELL certified reviewer June 25, 2022
tagged as: Storytelling · solo · drama · History
A timeless and timely story of common people taking up arms against an oppressor. Riveting writing and performance. Great storytelling. One can easily imagine that versions of this gentleman have been telling versions of these stories for over 700 years.... full review
WILLARD MANUS total theater certified reviewer June 24, 2022
tagged as: 123
here is the link to my review: https://www.totaltheater.com/?q=node/8905... full review
ALISON ZATTA uncertified reviewer June 23, 2022
Wow! Completely enthralling from start to finish. This show grabs you and doesn't let go. Highly recommended!... full review
EILEEN WEINER certified reviewer June 22, 2022
Alex McSherry is a powerhouse who brings history brilliantly to life in The Tanner. This show is a must-see for fans of William Wallace, Scottish history, or compelling theatre. As he weaves his tale, we learn about the ancient art of tanning and the brutal machinations of medieval combat through the eyes of a 13th century peasant.... full review
CJ MERRIMAN theatre theater podcast (along with j. bailey burcham and scott leggett) certified reviewer June 22, 2022
tagged as: war stories · solo show · historical
I WOULD WATCH THIS OVER BRAVEHEART ANY DAY. Total powerhouse performance and excellent story teller. I was with him from beginning to end. Y'all have to go and watch this goddamned show!... full review