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Reviews
5 hours ago
Review: Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B, Arcola Theatre
A mad cap Sherlock Holmes compendium with a feminist twist which raises a few laughs but mainly misses its mark.
Reviews
6 hours ago
Review: Red, Chickenshed
Who’s afraid of the Big Bad – Granny? Once again, Chickenshed prove themselves masters of the reimagined fairytale with this…
Reviews
6 hours ago
Review: A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story, Alexandra Palace
It lingers in its chills, atmosphere, and quiet reminder of the compassion at the heart of Dickens’ timeless tale.
Reviews
7 hours ago
Review: One Woman And Her Bitch, Etcetera Theatre
A bizarre blur of half-formed concepts
Reviews
11 hours ago
Review: Jack and the Beanstalk, Kings Head Theatre
The six highly skilled cast work their udders off in this fun, sparkly, well-crafted pantomime to inclusively invite all generations…
Reviews
13 hours ago
Review: Comedy of Errors Remixed, The Courtyard Theatre
Like witnessing the arrival of the next generation of theatre-makers – an unforgettable experience and a genuine privilege to watch…
Reviews
14 hours ago
Review: You Matched With…, The Pleasance
Putting the intelligence into AI, “You Matched With…” dissects the disasters of digital dating with an all-too-relatable comedy that ‘holds…
Reviews
2 days ago
Review: The Fool’s Flock’s Comedy About a Vampire, Etcetera Theatre
Moments of effective, well-written humour show promise for developing this funny but poorly structured farce; despite a weak plot, with some…
Reviews
2 days ago
Review: Artivist’s Handbook: An Interactive Play, SPID Theatre
An important and ultimately uplifting tribute to the power of art in the community
Interviews
2 days ago
Interview: A (Nut)cracking Christmas for a marvellous mousey musical!
Clare Beresford on The Nutcracker, and its amazing progress from Wimbledon to the West End
Reviews
2 days ago
Review: The Spy Who Came in from the Cold, Soho Place
A stylish, gripping adaptation of John Le Carré’s timeless Cold War spy thriller
Reviews
3 days ago
Review: A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Shakespeare’s Globe
A wintry reimagining of Shakespeare’s popular comedy that is intriguing, occasionally unsettling, but not always entirely convincing.
Reviews
4 days ago
Review: shed-ache, Half Moon Theatre
Bright, silly, and full of heart, shed-ache delights in bursts but drifts too often to fully land its playful promise.
Reviews
4 days ago
Review: Ring Ring, White Bear Theatre
An entertaining look at relationships, in the London premiere of acclaimed playwright Gary Owen’s latest work. Humour and talent abound.
Reviews
4 days ago
Review: The Lost Library of Leake Street, The Glitch
Engaging tale about two strangers who connect over the stories they tell each other. A short but perfectly formed feel-good…
Reviews
4 days ago
Review: Murder at Midnight, Churchill Theatre Bromley
A fast-paced farce in an eye-catching set with some strong performances, but a few missed beats.
Reviews
5 days ago
Review: Me…, Little Angel Theatre
A simple, sentimental and snowy adventure for the very young that will melt your heart.
Reviews
5 days ago
Review: How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?, Unicorn Theatre
An endearingly messy slice of Christmas silliness that’s as hit-and-miss as it is warm-hearted.
Fringe and OffWestEnd
5 hours ago
Review: Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B, Arcola Theatre
A mad cap Sherlock Holmes compendium with a feminist twist which raises a few laughs but mainly misses its mark.
6 hours ago
Review: A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story, Alexandra Palace
It lingers in its chills, atmosphere, and quiet reminder of the compassion at the heart of Dickens’ timeless tale.
7 hours ago
Review: One Woman And Her Bitch, Etcetera Theatre
A bizarre blur of half-formed concepts
11 hours ago
Review: Jack and the Beanstalk, Kings Head Theatre
The six highly skilled cast work their udders off in this fun, sparkly, well-crafted pantomime to inclusively invite all generations to groan at the familiar and laugh at the current.
13 hours ago
Review: Comedy of Errors Remixed, The Courtyard Theatre
Like witnessing the arrival of the next generation of theatre-makers – an unforgettable experience and a genuine privilege to watch unfold.
14 hours ago
Review: You Matched With…, The Pleasance
Putting the intelligence into AI, “You Matched With…” dissects the disasters of digital dating with an all-too-relatable comedy that ‘holds space’ and hangs us all out to dry.
2 days ago
Review: The Fool’s Flock’s Comedy About a Vampire, Etcetera Theatre
Moments of effective, well-written humour show promise for developing this funny but poorly structured farce; despite a weak plot, with some attention to detail this play could flourish in the future.
2 days ago
Review: Artivist’s Handbook: An Interactive Play, SPID Theatre
An important and ultimately uplifting tribute to the power of art in the community
4 days ago
Review: shed-ache, Half Moon Theatre
Bright, silly, and full of heart, shed-ache delights in bursts but drifts too often to fully land its playful promise.
4 days ago
Review: Ring Ring, White Bear Theatre
An entertaining look at relationships, in the London premiere of acclaimed playwright Gary Owen’s latest work. Humour and talent abound.
4 days ago
Review: The Lost Library of Leake Street, The Glitch
Engaging tale about two strangers who connect over the stories they tell each other. A short but perfectly formed feel-good festive treat.
5 days ago
Review: Camille O’Sullivan: Loveletter, Soho Theatre
An impassioned exploration of past loves, longing, languish, and laughter. O’Sullivan’s vocal capabilities are surpassed only by her ability to draw out emotions, from mourning to laughter.
5 days ago
Review: Taylor-Made Or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the B*dy, The Lion & Unicorn
A bold, audacious comedy featuring some alluring performances; the only problem is that it suffers from just a few too many lazy, innuendo laden gags.
5 days ago
Review: David Copperfield, Jermyn Street Theatre
This joyous, energetic, and inventive interpretation of the Dickens classic is a real pre-festive treat.
5 days ago
Review: Jobsworth, Park Theatre
A near-perfect comical commentary on capitalism – armed with a ratty dog.
6 days ago
Review: Doughnut Drive, Drayton Arms Theatre
A joyous buddy comedy-thriller that entertains throughout but excels even more in their final ‘heist’ scenes.
6 days ago
Review: Ian Smith: The Foot Spa Is Half Empty, Soho Theatre
A brilliantly inventive hour of well-observed stand-up, delivered with engaging energy and great comic timing.
6 days ago
Review: Sunny Afternoon, New Wimbledon Theatre
Not to be confused with Kinky Boots (despite the similar logos), Sunny Afternoon continues its tour in the land of its birth, although its journey is an unsteady one.
Theatre for Young Audiences
6 hours ago
Review: Red, Chickenshed
Who’s afraid of the Big Bad – Granny? Once again, Chickenshed prove themselves masters of the reimagined fairytale with this…
2 days ago
Interview: A (Nut)cracking Christmas for a marvellous mousey musical!
Clare Beresford on The Nutcracker, and its amazing progress from Wimbledon to the West End
4 days ago
Review: shed-ache, Half Moon Theatre
Bright, silly, and full of heart, shed-ache delights in bursts but drifts too often to fully land its playful promise.
5 days ago
Review: Me…, Little Angel Theatre
A simple, sentimental and snowy adventure for the very young that will melt your heart.
5 days ago
Review: How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?, Unicorn Theatre
An endearingly messy slice of Christmas silliness that’s as hit-and-miss as it is warm-hearted.
1 week ago
Interview: Woodland wonder and mice in pyjamas – making magic happen in Deptford
Icon Theatre's Nancy Hirst discusses creative ideas and partnerships ahead of bringing The Snow Queen to The Albany this Christmas
Regional and Touring
4 days ago
Review: Murder at Midnight, Churchill Theatre Bromley
A fast-paced farce in an eye-catching set with some strong performances, but a few missed beats.
1 week ago
Interview: Woodland wonder and mice in pyjamas – making magic happen in Deptford
Icon Theatre's Nancy Hirst discusses creative ideas and partnerships ahead of bringing The Snow Queen to The Albany this Christmas
1 week ago
Review: Opera Highlights, Traverse Theatre – Edinburgh
For anyone tempted to think of opera as stuffy, remote or inaccessible, this production shows we might all have opera-sized…
3 weeks ago
Review: The Band, Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield
A top quality, lively and feel-good production with excellent performances from a highly talented cast.
4 weeks ago
Review: 9 to 5 The Musical, Acorn Theatre
A high energy production with some impressive vocal performances, infectious Dolly Parton songs and plenty of comedy.
West End/ SOLT venue reviews
2 days ago
Review: The Spy Who Came in from the Cold, Soho Place
A stylish, gripping adaptation of John Le Carré’s timeless Cold War spy thriller
3 days ago
Review: A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Shakespeare’s Globe
A wintry reimagining of Shakespeare’s popular comedy that is intriguing, occasionally unsettling, but not always entirely convincing.
5 days ago
Review: Ballet Black – SHADOWS, Sadler’s Wells
A brilliant double bill by Ballet Black as they make their Sadler’s Wells debut.
1 week ago
Review: All My Sons, Wyndham’s Theatre
An impeccable and emotionally affecting adaption of Miller’s classic
1 week ago
Review: Marking Time, Sadler’s Wells
The transition from a quiet, intimate reflection on identity, to a fluid, playful water inspired trio culminating in a dark, ritualistic finale makes for an outstanding evening with exceptional choreography, striking visuals, and sublime live music.
2 weeks ago
Review: Into The Hairy by S-E-D // Sharon Eyal, Sadler’s Wells
Have you ever wondered what the spiders in the corner of your room do when you blast some thumping techno? Sharon Eyal, Gai Behar, Koreless and eight dancers answer this oddly niche question.
3 weeks ago
Review: 1 Degree Celsius, Southbank Centre
Seven dancers move with breathtaking precision through an exhilarating electronic score, translating abstract climate data into something immediate and felt. 1 Degree Celsius makes us witness what we've been living through all along.
4 weeks ago
Review: Nederlands Dans Theater & Complicité Figures in Extinction, Sadler’s Wells
Stunning display of the impact of the climate crisis
4 weeks ago
Review: Garry Starr: Classic Penguins, The Arts Theatre
A deliriously unhinged masterpiece— you’ll laugh, cringe, and beg for more.
1 November 2025
Review: The Line of Beauty, Almeida Theatre
A production about denial that seeks to prove the cost of beauty in a world built on appearances.
31 October 2025
Review: Prayers for a Hungry Ghost, The Barbican
An utterly bewitching, superbly executed production that invites us into the liminal space where the living and the dead crossover.
Interviews, Features and Podcasts
Interviews
2 days ago
Interview: A (Nut)cracking Christmas for a marvellous mousey musical!
Clare Beresford on The Nutcracker, and its amazing progress from Wimbledon to the West End
Interviews
1 week ago
Interview: Woodland wonder and mice in pyjamas – making magic happen in Deptford
Icon Theatre's Nancy Hirst discusses creative ideas and partnerships ahead of bringing The Snow Queen to The Albany this Christmas
Interviews
2 weeks ago
Interview: Collaborating to take a family furry tale on tour
Chris Elwell talks all things The Three Bears with the team at Full House Theatre and Daryl and Co.
Interviews
2 weeks ago
Interview: Car Dealerships and Film Club
Finella Waddilove tells us about Doughnut Drive
Interviews
3 weeks ago
Interview: Vesper, the Schrödinger’s Cat of Theatre
KC Thomas on the development process of her show, Sorry I Can't Come Into Work, My Cat Died
Interviews
3 weeks ago
Interview: A wooden boy brought to life at the Wooden O
Aya Nakamura talks puppetry in the Globe’s Christmas classic, Pinocchio
Interviews
26 October 2025
Interview: Taking trans talent to the top
Jamie Hale and CN Lester talk Transpose: Subverse at Barbican Pit
Interviews
23 October 2025
Interview: A mysterious world of martial arts and movement for children
Takeshi Matsumoto reveals the secrets of Club Ninja
Interviews
17 October 2025
Interview: Spooks, spirituality and social standards
Elisabeth Gunawan on Prayers for a Hungry Ghost, playing at Halloween
Interviews
16 October 2025
Interview: Finding a new world
Fanta Barrie takes us to the edges of This Little Earth
Interviews
6 October 2025
Interview: But What Will We Have On Our Toast?
Nance Turner chats about her debut play Jamless