UNDER MILK WOOD by Dylan Thomas
Performed SOLO by Guy Masterson
Directed by Tony Boncza
Original music and Soundscape by Matt Clifford (Rolling Stones)
Now in its 31st year, Olivier Award winner Guy Masterson’s solo rendition of Dylan Thomas’s magical masterpiece returns to London Welsh Centre in celebration of Wales Week '25 and simply HAS TO BE SEEN TO BE BELIEVED!
Inspired by his famous uncle, Welsh legend Richard Burton - who led its first broadcast on the BBC World Service in January 1954 - this award winning production has now played well over 2000 times all around the world since 1993 from Edinburgh to the West End, New York to New Zealand, Hong Kong to Calcutta enchanting audiences wherever it has played..
In an amazing feat of memory and physical virtuosity, Masterson recreates all 69 of Dylan Thomas’ wonderfully ebullient inhabitants entirely on his own! Complemented by a stunning original soundscape by Matt Clifford, this unique solo interpretation makes the words sing!
It's bawdy and beautiful, sad and sensual and, through the music of language, leaves indelible, unforgettable images of humanity. The beauty of Thomas's wordplay and Masterson's virtuosity will leave you breathless!
★★★★★ "If you've never seen 'Under Milk Wood' before, this is perhaps the ultimate rendition. Don't miss it!" (The Times)
★★★★★ "It's a feat of multiple characterisation impeccable timing, vocal dexterity and precise physical control, performed with tremendous sensitivity and panache!" (The Guardian)
★★★★★ "Absolutely wonderful, intensely therapeutic, intensely uplifting! Guy Masterson is something exceptional!" (BBC Radio Scotland)
