2:22 A Ghost Story - MK Theatre
- leejamesscriven
- Sep 16
- 1 min read
Spooky live theatre is difficult to achieve. Without the aid of cinematic special effects, you could say an impossible challenge. But 2:22 A Ghost Story at MK Theatre proves it can be done and done extremely well.
The key is ambience, create a scary atmosphere and you're half-way there. 2:22’s simple staging sets the tone perfectly. With dark corners, big glass doors and a haunting visable clock collectively create the perfect setting.
The play starts in the new house of Jenny and Sam. With a fresh lick of paint and Ikea furniture, it appears to be the perfect start for them and their new family - but Jenny (Stacey Dooley) is convinced that the house is haunted.
Others are not convinced and during a dinner party with friends, Lauren and Ben, they argue their scepticism. So, they all decide to stay up to 2:22am to witness it once and for all.
The tempo of the conversations are fast paced and humorous, this leads us into comfort zones before shocking us with unexpected ghostly surprises.
Armed with an emotionally effective soundtrack, plus with the aforementioned sudden shrieks and blackouts, the play never failed to scare the audience and you could feel the tension running through the auditorium.
Ultimately, the final reveal (no spoilers allowed) was a befitting end to a very good play.
So, to sum up; 2:22 A Ghost Story is a seriously spooky, spooky do!
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