Off West End
Much like fringe theatre, trying to define what Off-WestEnd venue really means is a debate that would take us long into the night. So for our own sanity, we define it as those venues that are slightly bigger than the fringe venues (so roughly 100+ seats), but not the big West End or similar venues that form part of the Society of London Theatre (SOLT). Like fringe venues, Off-WestEnd are eligible for consideration for awards via the Fringe Theatre Awards.
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Review: Temporary Boyfriend, Serpentine Pavilion
A surreal, unpredictable performance that, while visually and conceptually compelling, is sometimes emotionally diluted by its density and uneven execution.
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Review: Vermin, Park Theatre
This dark and disturbing drama charts the descent of an ordinary couple into violence and horror, as their morbid obsessions overtake them.
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Review: (God Save My) Northern Soul review, Park Theatre
In this powerful study of grief, Hannah Tyrell-Pinder charts love, life and Northern Soul by following the story of Nicole, whose life is turned upside down when her mum suddenly dies.
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Review: The Truth About Blayds, Finborough Theatre
A fascinating revival of an A.A. Milne play that will transport you back to the twenties.
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Review: American Candy, Omnibus Theatre
As devoid of substance as the eponymous food, American Candy leaves a sour taste in the mouth.
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Review: Patience, Wilton’s Music Hall
The Charles Court Opera delivers a wonderfully funny and energetic performance of Gilbert & Sullivan’s classic.
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Review: Bill Posley: The Day I Accidentally Went to War, Soho Theatre
A warmly human performer relating a powerful story that's touchingly emotive and thought-provoking rather than hysterical.
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Review: Really Good Exposure, Soho Theatre
From childhood aspirations of stardom to a fizzled-out career and swathes of scandal, Megan Prescott lays bare the horrors that lie behind the scenes of showbiz.
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Review: The Glamification of Loki, Southwark Playhouse
Norse mythology meets Lush in this dazzling showcase of emerging musical theatre talent.
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Review: Interview, Riverside Studios
A rare case of a stage adaptation that's better than its source material.