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Forgettable stuff: The Crown Jewels, at the Garrick, reviewed

Plus: only a psychopath could endure the inhuman bilge of Martin McDonagh's The Pillowman

Al Murray as King Charles II in The Crown Jewels. Photo: Hugo Glendinning
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  • The Crown Jewels

    Garrick Theatre, until 16 September

  • The Pillowman

    Duke of York’s Theatre, until 2 September

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