A dark and disturbing tour-de-force set in a Soho club in the Rock and Roll 50’s . As comic as it is terrifying.
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Othello, Drayton Arms – Review
A sexy and inventive retelling of Othello. Well-paced and atmospheric, with some really superb performances.
Read More »Anna Weiss, The Space – Review
If you are interested in a psychological study of memory this is an interesting piece, but the trip out to the Isle of Dogs might be prohibitive for some.
Read More »Picnic / Eastern Europeans for Dummies, Rosemary Branch Theatre – Review
A nice diversion to break up the working week if you’re in the area, and the second play of the two is definitely worth catching.
Read More »Breeders, St James Theatre – Review
A missed opportunity that fails to capitalise on a rich subject matter and deep pool of talent.
Read More »Façade / Eight Songs For A Mad King, Arcola Theatre – Review
An often excellent, sometimes disturbing production of difficult music by an impressive cast of young performers.
Read More »Intimacy, Southbank Centre – Review
Helped along with fantastic musical direction, this is an unsentimental exploration of the personal impact of a MS on the life of one woman, and the man closest to her.
Read More »Oliva Tweest, Hackney Empire – Review
Judging by my fellow spectators’ enthusiasm this is a great show for the initiated, but it’s less suitable for afrobeats rookies.
Read More »Royal Duchess Superstore, The Broadway Barking – Review
A well presented production that is perhaps trying to say too much at once. The show goes for a suspenseful build up with no real resolution - a confusing let down.
Read More »The Return of the Soldier, Jermyn Street Theatre – Review
In the centenary of the Great War, a timely reminder of sacrifices made by a lost generation.
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