Macbeth, RSC, Stratford Review
A recent visit to Belfast and Glasgow revealed a unique atmosphere, distinct from other UK cities like Manchester or Birmingham.
The difference lies not only in architecture and accents, but in the lingering sense of history and transgression that permeates these cities.
For example, navigating Glasgow's Gorbals Street or witnessing the contrasting murals on Belfast's Falls Road and Shankhill Road can be a poignant experience.
As an Englishman, these places evoke a deep-seated anxiety, rooted in their complex past, which still resonates today.
there’s something that lingers in the air, mere reality no competition for deep-seated anxiety.
Author's summary: Glasgow and Belfast have a unique atmosphere.