The Birds review – sparse, one-woman adaptation is a feat of sound design

Daphne du Maurier’s *The Birds* is celebrated for its unsettling mystery without resolution or emotional payoff, leaving room for creative interpretation. Its adaptation by Louise Fox as a solo performance stands out with immersive sound design, immersing audiences in the bird's haunting presence alongside character dynamics centered on the determined protagonist, Tessa. This production recontextualizes Hitchcock’s 1963 film, adapting its setting and family dynamics while maintaining core themes of dread through innovative storytelling and audio integration.