With a small cast, the action takes place in the modest kitchen-living room of dysfunctional husband and wife Tam (Charlie Brooks) and Martin (Simon Lipkin), as they struggle to care for their severely autistic and non-verbal child, Laurence. Also in the equation is Laurence’s carer of two years, Gary (Michael Fox), who is both a blessing but also a constant reminder of the couple’s own failings as parents. The play has received a barrage of negative press for its representation ...
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Declaration, Stratford Circus Arts Centre – Review
Declaration provides an entertaining and educational insight into life with ADHD. Well worth watching if you want to gain a better understanding of the condition – a must see for people working in caring professions.
Read More »Lovebites, White Bear Theatre – Review
More musical revue than musical, this show offers an evening of light entertainment in its exploration of the universal theme of love.
Read More »A Day by the Sea, Southwark Playhouse – Review
Another London revival of work that might once have been thought a masterpiece, but now may fail to engage a younger audience.
Read More »13 The Musical, Ambassadors Theatre – Review
A script that doesn’t take itself too seriously, catchy musical numbers and a formidable young cast all make for an enjoyable and heartwarming evening at the theatre.
Read More »Just to Get Married, Finborough Theatre – Review
An affordable and pleasant evening at the theatre for fans of costume drama.
Read More »The Flight of Babuscha Baboon – Review
Pros: A magical experience that will leave you in awe of the skill and mastery that goes into creating marionette theatre. Cons: This is very much a family affair, which can cause some distractions. However, the children’s reaction to the work is beautiful. I can hardly believe my only experience of puppetry has been The Lion King and War Horse. Had I known about the charm of The Puppet Barge, currently docked in Little Venice, I would have visited sooner. Movingstage’s unique floating venue ...
Read More »Southern Baptist Sissies, Above the Stag – Review
A theatre with a charming sense of community; a sense that everybody is made to feel welcome here. This is a great night out for the theatre’s target audience, their friends and allies.
Read More »The Children, Royal Court Theatre – Review
A relevant and thought-provoking 2016 kitchen sink drama from a theatre that can be relied upon to present the best in new writing.
Read More »Confessional, Southwark Playhouse – Review
An unmissable exploration of sexuality and homophobia, this firecracker of a play is gripping from start to finish.
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