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EPISODE · Apr 25, 2026 · 39 MIN

Les Liaisons Dangereuses – Wooing for Sport

from A & O Review the Show · host Adrian and Olivia Polglase

This week, Adrian & Olivia swap the West End for the National Theatre, stepping into the seductive and scandalous world of Les Liaisons Dangereuses where manipulation is an art form and romance is anything but innocent.In this review, they delve into the performances, the backdrop, and discuss the themes of the show in amongst its dark games of power and persuasion at the heart of this classic drama.From whispered schemes to full-blown betrayal, they ask who really comes out on top, and whether it's the audience.A quick note for the visually inclined: our camera decided to stage its own dramatic exit for about 20 minutes. The video takes a brief intermission, but the audio carries on flawlessly because unlike certain characters, we remain committed to the truth.So, consider yourself invited to the party… if you dare.

This week, Adrian & Olivia swap the West End for the National Theatre, stepping into the seductive and scandalous world of Les Liaisons Dangereuses where manipulation is an art form and romance is anything but innocent.In this review, they delve into the performances, the backdrop, and discuss the themes of the show in amongst its dark games of power and persuasion at the heart of this classic drama.From whispered schemes to full-blown betrayal, they ask who really comes out on top, and whether it's the audience.A quick note for the visually inclined: our camera decided to stage its own dramatic exit for about 20 minutes. The video takes a brief intermission, but the audio carries on flawlessly because unlike certain characters, we remain committed to the truth.So, consider yourself invited to the party… if you dare.

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