Stage Review THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES

Pictured: Jake Ferretti as Sherlock Holmes and
 Niall Ransome as Dr. Watson
Photography by Pamela Raith

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This is a farcical type stage adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's famous Sherlock Holmes novel: The Hound of the Baskervilles, directed, on tour, by Tim Jackson. Original direction from Lotte Wakeham.

Holmes decides to investigate the mysterious death of Sir Charles Baskerville down in South West England. Dr Watson, along with the last remaining heir of the Baskerville Estate, canadian Sir Henry, go on ahead to Dartmoor - leaving Holmes in Baker Street (or so it seems). However, with rumours of a dark and fearsome creature running loose and howling on the moors at night, Holmes and Watson are challenged somewhat in protecting Sir Henry and in solving the case. 

 
Pictured: Jake Ferretti, Niall Ransome and Serena Manteghi

in The Hound of the Baskervilles

Photography by Pamela Raith

This production is wonderfully lively, and has many funny moments. An ensemble cast of just three talented actors who undertake swift costume changes; quick character switches; as well as move the staging and deftly utilise the props, in rapidly changing scenes. 

The trio have incredible comic timing and energy, and develop an affinity with their audience in naturislistic ways. A tip of the deer-stalker hats to Jake Ferretti, Serena Manteghi and Niall Ransome.

All involved have had a cheeky, theatrical spree with this . A great team effort!

Note: 'Designer is David Woodhead, Lighting Designer is Derek Anderson, Sound Designer is Andy Graham, Costume Supervisor is Chrissy Maddison and Production Manager is Tammy Rose'.

The Hound of the Baskervilles is a touring production. Review is by theatre critic, Debra Hall who attended the press night on 08 February at The Belgrade Theatre, Coventry 7.30pm