Betrayal REVIEW

Betrayal By Harold Pinter Directed by Jon Halpin Presented by Queensland Theatre Company Cremorne Theatre, QPAC Betrayal is a back-to-front love affair story that delves into the deception, passion and consequences of infidelity. The play starts at the end and finishes at the beginning, yet all the while the audience are left wondering “what will happen next?” The gradual unravelling of how Robert’s wife Emma, became the lover of his best friend, Jerry, creates a layered and unsettling drama. The pauses and minimal text mean it can feel slow at times, but if you’ve got the patience it’s worth the wait. It is amazing how writer Pinter has made so little say so much... To read the full review, please visit http://www.brisbanecritiques.com