A superbly atmospheric production which is ambitious, bleak, a bit incoherent, but frequently thrilling.
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Danny and the Deep Blue Sea, Theatre N16 – Review
Pros: A wonderful play brought to life by two outstanding actors Cons: At times the American accents wavered John Patrick Shanley’s classic play Danny and the Deep Blue Sea tells the story of Danny and Roberta. Both sat alone in a New York bar, they begin to chat and find solace in confiding things to each other they haven’t told anyone else. Their troubled lives mean they feel trapped in their own minds. For Danny, he struggles to stop himself ...
Read More »The Fifth Column, Southwark Playhouse – Review
Pros: The solid supporting cast have impeccable comic timing and the set is superbly designed. Cons: A combination of clumsy plotting and under-development of central characters means the human story doesn’t illuminate the bigger picture as it should. A night at Southwark Playhouse is always a bit of a gamble. Whilst a comfy seat, clear view and great value bar snacks are always guaranteed, the productions themselves are anything but predictable. Which, of course, makes things all the more exciting. The ...
Read More »Henry V, Middle Temple Hall – Review
A superb adaptation of what could have been a dry play, full of emotion that could be seen clearly in such an intimate setting.
Read More »A Flea in her Ear, Tabard Theatre – Review
A fast, furious and funny farce with unpolished charm.
Read More »Unearthed, St James Theatre – Review
A perceptive study of family dynamics, delivering an important message about sibling rivalry and relationships in general.
Read More »The McConnell New Writing Fund, Theatro Technis – Review
All four playwrights, all four directors, and the entire ensemble show great promise and, although things drag at times, this is generally a charming and engaging showcase.
Read More »Win tickets to Haram Iran at Above The Stag Theatre
This is your chance to win a pair of tickets to see Haram Iran at Above The Stag Theatre. To enter simply retweet the tweet below by 5pm on 3.4.16 #COMPETITION Win tickets to see Haram Iran @abovethestag Retweet by 5pm on 3.4.16#Theatre pic.twitter.com/IIEniSv3Ol — Everything Theatre (@EveryTheatre) March 30, 2016 Good luck! In 2005, teenagers Mahmoud Asgari and Ayaz Marhoni were hanged in “Justice” Square in Mashhad, Iran. The news prompted outrage across the globe. Many believed the boys ...
Read More »All That Fall, Wilton’s Music Hall – Review
This is Beckett, but not quite as you expect it – more conventional and accessible, but unpinned by the blindfolded darkness. A rarely performed work delivered in a unique and exciting format. Don’t miss it!
Read More »The Picture of Dorian Gray, The Space – Review
A new take on this wonderful classic lets us see a Dorian Gray that we may never have been introduced to before.
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