Of course, we know the answer, but it’s still horribly fascinating watching the relationship break down as Adolf gets older, grows his signature moustache and becomes progressively more frustrated in his ambitions to be a painter. Over the years Freud is met with an increasingly angry Adolf as his feelings of entitlement harden his focus on finding both followers and scapegoats. On Hannah Danson’s simple, versatile set lined with the doctor’s magnified notes, Tafler’s Freud conveys authority, professionalism and composure in his formal dress and manner.
Other doctors are played by Brendan Lyle and Neil Chinneck steps into the shoes of Alois Hitler, Carl Jung and various army officers. All are pitch perfect, relishing their roles as the audience relishes this superb, satirical what if.
By Judi Herman
Photos by Simon Jackson
Dr Freud Will See You Now, Mrs Hitler runs until Sunday 28 September. 7.30pm, 3pm (Sat only). £25. Upstairs at The Gatehouse, N6 4BD. upstairsatthegatehouse.com
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