An amiable old-fashioned comedy whose overqualified cast makes up for a dull plot.

A representation of UK’s reality that will shake you up and leave you mindful

An ambitious and far-reaching exploration of family, fertility and international surrogacy.

An unflinchingly realistic portrayal of thirtysomething Dee’s dating life, which is as chaotic as her bedsit and temp job. Includes a healthy dose of humour, a whip-smart cast that’s mostly used to its advantage, and a rotating set design that mirrors the whirlwind.

The thinking person’s summer panto.

A thought-provoking, funny and sympathetic one-man show about how employment – or lack of it – can sometimes be linked to identity and how one man tries to cope with it.

A simple premise, almost flawlessly executed by a talented, young troupe. The writing makes for a provoking social commentary and the raw delivery gives it a refreshing edge.

The complex theme is just too academic to be entertaining and fails to deliver a coherent message.

In an US town in the 1980s, the owner of a map shop and his off-beat and flighty companion try to come to terms with the increasing loss of many of their friends to an unspecified disease in this important production.

Pros: Its well-researched and original approach to the dark times of Irish history. Cons: Being unfamiliar with the topic, I found the play difficult to enjoy. If you’re familiar with Irish history and the troubles, The Passion of the Playboy Riots gives a valuable insight into the role of theatre at the origins of the IRA. Spanning 24 years, the play is based on the published writings of William Butler Yeats and Lady Gregory, founders of the Irish Literary Theatre, and Patrick Pearse, ...