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Christmas Tales is a sweet performance

Pros: An original play with a largely female cast. Good use of props and set pieces to create the multiple locations of the play as well as nice use of puppetry. Cons: The issue of feminism wasn’t really explored despite the gender swap of the lead characters. It felt like the script could have done with an edit to make it more succinct as was a little meandering in places. Burn-Bright’s production of Frankenstein replaces the male scientist from Mary ...

Pros: An original and ambitious new musical showcasing new writers and songwriters that makes for a fun, fast-paced night out with friends Cons: The script is corny at times, with a few plot holes. The songwriter could have done with cramming fewer words into some of the songs as they were hard to follow in places Guy: A New Musical is an original play which showcases new writers and songwriters. It brings the narrative of young gay men navigating the often ...

A cast of young opera singers and musicians tackle a huge production in a simple outdoor setting, bringing Mozart’s classic opera to life with a modern twist.

A toe-tapping musical adaptation of the iconic early noughties drag queen movie, with live music impressively integrated into the action.

Pros: A glittery, toe-tapping fun fest which gives you an insight behind the scenes of the world of drag. Cons: We were promised a few tears, but I didn’t shed any. Would have liked to see a little bit more of the struggle in Bonnie’s story. A riot of iconic gay anthems, neon wigs and fistfuls of glitter confetti, this 45-minute performance is the story of Cameron Sharp’s early life and that of his drag alter ego, Bonnie Love. We ...

An original fairy tale adaptation with a catchy musical score. Ideal for a family who want a West End experience without the big price tag.

A piece of immersive theatre where the audience is part of a surprise wedding party for a pair of unsuspecting newly-weds.

A collection of original skits spanning comedy, dramatic monologues, dances, games and songs, all performed by the energetic and multitalented theatre company Degenerate Fox. A diamond in the rough; could be a real gem with some polishing.

A light-hearted look at the less than perfect Christmases that many families experience that takes the audience on a journey to consider the true meaning of Christmas.