"It isn’t perfect but it is the theatrical equivalent of a favourite cosy jumper and follows in the tradition of great British ensemble comedy dramas"
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"There’s plenty of uplift at the end. With a few more rewrites, the play would have the makings of a fist-bumping, queer equivalent of Calendar Girls."
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"As important to watch as it is enjoyable, this play shines a light on these subjects better than any other show I have seen so far has managed."
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"It is exuberant and uplifting, accomplishing the extraordinary feat of being broad and universal in its appeal, yet speaking to and about the lesbian and queer community."
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"Gripping, interesting and complex without causing alienation. This show is a bold show that is well balanced, passionate and vitally needed."
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The plotting and characterisation are heavy handed and Hannah Hauer-King’s production isn’t exactly subtle, but altogether it’s a charming, funny and inclusive piece of work. Qureshi ['s] ... play delves boldly into issues of transphobia and homophobia but it has a generous, open spirit.
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‘The Ministry of Lesbian Affairs’ tackles massive themes, in ways that threaten to unbalance what's fundamentally a feel-good comedy. But it all just about works, thanks to a septet of winning performances and Hannah Hauer-King’s taut direction. It's a warm cosy hug of a show.
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Iman Qureshi’s second full-length play is a bright and raucous affair. The first act is appealingly bouncy, but the second is let down by a lack of surprises, its issues writ unfortunately large.
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