REVIEW: ENOUGH., Moonstone Theatre Company, EdFringe 2025 ★★★

Irie has just finished her training, and has been placed on duty as a police constable. As a young, black woman, she already feels alienated amongst her squadron, and the attitude of her colleagues isn’t helping either. 

As covert racist comments lead to a full-blown accusation of crime scene theft, Irie is pushed to the brink. She questions how much her fellow female police officers really have her back, and wonders whether to leave the force altogether. 

ENOUGH. is a dark, thrilling peek behind-the-curtain at misconduct within the police. Moonstone Theatre Company uses verbatim elements to illustrate how racism thrives within its ranks, and how corruption can take many forms. 

Riah Amelle as Irie, our new recruit, absolutely stuns. Her development from enthusiastic, try-hard rookie, to disillusioned, frustrated employee is encapsulated perfectly. When Irie declares at the conclusion of the play that she has ‘had enough’, our heart breaks with her as her dreams come crashing down. 

Conceptually, ENOUGH. is very clear in its direction. It has a distinct understanding of its message, and having deeds and words of serious corruption spoken by powerful female officers is incredibly affecting. Conflicted, we want to celebrate these formidable women, but their horrific actions prevent us. 

The depiction of racism throughout the piece is hard-hitting. We can instantly tell from Irie’s entrance that she is considered an outcast, made all the more painful by how eager she is. Our collective realisation that she is there simply to tick a box, rather than be respected for her work, is all too tragic. 

Where the production suffers is in its aesthetic. Whilst the barrier-style metal bar works visually and practically, the frequent movements up and down the centre of the stage feel futile. The same can be said for our two foldable chairs and table, which at times only seem to be moved an inch or two between scenes. 

A braver use of the space would also have benefitted the piece. Pulling away from the centre, and using the entire breadth of the stage, would give scenes some much needed space to breathe. More time spent before switching from one chapter to another would have made a difference, giving opportunity for deeper impact. 

ENOUGH. is evidently a well-rounded, heavily-researched, and intentional piece. Post-Sarah Everard has produced a lot of theatre in this vein, but ENOUGH. is undoubtedly a standout amongst them all. 

Recommended Drink: Anyone for a brew?

Performances for ENOUGH. have now concluded at EdFringe 2025.