Refreshing dissection of serious subject matter by a talented young cast.
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Tape Face, Garrick Theatre – Review
A mime comedy show blending the styles of Buster Keaton and the Marx Brothers, Tape Face provides a selection of updated, not-so -silent film, silliness.
Read More »The Enchanted – The Bunker – Review
Pros: A compelling central performance from Corey Montague-Sholay who gives feeling and depth to his role as narrator, and a story that grips when allowed space to do so. Cons: Too much distracts from the central story, for the sake of cleverness. Heading to the Bunker tonight just felt so surreal that it surely had to affect my views on this show. For those who are unaware of this highly unique theatre in a converted underground car park: it ...
Read More »Punts, Theatre503 – Review
An entertaining comedy that talks dirty but acts coy.
Read More »Beauty and the Beast, Barons Court Theatre – Review
A fresh version of a classic tale that engages young children while entertaining the parents.
Read More »Roller Diner, Soho Theatre – Review
Pros: Adorable, hilarious characters in a fun and vibrant roller-diner setting (minus roller-skates). Funny moments are in abundance and the cast are superb. Cons: The politics behind the show are very blatant, but its comment is ambiguous. Roller Diner, the winner of the Soho Theatre’s prestigious Verity Bargate Award for new writing, is set in Eddie Costello’s authentic American diner… in Birmingham. It is a hub of sticky ketchup and family spats (but not customers, as it would seem). When ...
Read More »Lights, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
If you want The Matrix meets 1984 with a hint of 90s rave thrown in, Lights is the show for you, taking mime to a level you might never know existed.
Read More »Four Corners – Stratford Circus Arts Centre – Review
Pros: Exceptional performances from all and some stunning design elements. Cons: If you are not one for physical theatre then perhaps this isn’t the show for you. Though I knew there was a theatre in Stratford, I’m ashamed to say I had never been. So, walking into Theatre Square, I was amazed to find not just one not two, but three theatres! All three are grouped together in a sunny square with a statue of the mother of modern theatre, ...
Read More »How To Survive A Post-Truth Apocalypse, Roundhouse – Review
An engaging and funny journey of lies to make you question your own honesty, morality and sanity.
Read More »Ordinary Days, London Theatre Workshop – Review
Great songs and a charming cast hide the shortcomings of a familiar plotline involving twentysomething New Yorkers.
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