Brian Penn, everything-theatre.co.uk Tue, 2014-09-02 01:00

The lighting was cannily set to make the most of a simple raised platform and long sweeping interiors, framing very actor with hugely imposing shadows as they took the stage. The lights turned a seductive crimson as the masked ball began. The stained glass window overlooking the main entrance beamed a thousand shades of primary colour as spotlights dimmed and brightened.