“Caryl Churchill’s new play, Triumph, is a gem.” By Jane Darcy, Oct 19 · 100%
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Triumph
Opened Oct 18, 2026 · Closed Oct 23, 2026 · Ran for less than a month
6 Rave
9 Positive
4 Mixed
1 Negative
Critics' Take
Churchill's 20-minute satire packs a punch, cleverly merging ancient Rome with Trump-era politics through sharp writing and timely resonance. Critics praise its wit and prescience, though some find the brief Trump allegory too obvious or underdeveloped.
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Critic Scorecard
20 reviews6 Rave
9 Positive
4 Mixed
1 Negative
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“O’Flynn as Iris is outstanding.” By Rebecca Clifton, Oct 19 · 5/5 stars
“At 88, Churchill remains sharp as ever.” By Sarah Hemming, Oct 19 · 4.5/5 stars
“A superb, substantial sliver from a master who can still cut it, gleaming and toothed and entire unto itself.” By Simon Jenner, Oct 19
“Proof that even at 88, one of the finest playwrights of the last few decades still has plenty to say.” By Mark Bibby Jackson, Oct 18
