This radical adaptation of Zola’s dark and shocking masterpiece is brimming with derailed passion, haunting criminality and withering comedy. Fans of the novel and the play should see this version.
Read More »Yearly Archives: 2014
The Merchant of Venice, St. Leonard’s Church – Review
A production that needs taking by the scruff of the neck; some good potential but chances were not all seized upon.
Read More »The Velveteen Rabbit, Unicorn Theatre – Review
This is a charming adaptation of a classic story. It is perfect for children, though thought-provoking enough for adults to enjoy it too.
Read More »Bash Latterday Plays, Old Red Lion Theatre – Review
Three well-crafted and well-performed character studies by an accomplished writer.
Read More »Egusi Soup, The Albany – Review
A very funny piece of theatre about the trials and tribulations of a grief-stricken family.
Read More »Father Nandru and the Wolves, Wilton’s Music Hall – Review
Go for the wolves, stay for the goats.
Read More »Sket, Burrell Street Sexual Health Clinic – Review
Sket is an exceptionally well written, smart piece of theatre that made me laugh out loud and nearly brought me to tears. I will be first in line to get tickets for Maya Sondhi’s next play; get out my way.
Read More »Head Hand Head, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
Ever heard anyone say, “I’m being a bit OCD”? Well this is a startlingly truthful snapshot of what the thought processes are like when you live with it, however, there isn’t much more to it than that.
Read More »Cell – Little Angel Theatre, Review
A touching glimpse into the world of a man developing Motor Neurone Disease and finding a new resolve to live life to the full.
Read More »00 and His 7, St James Studio – Review
Great if you want to get 45 minutes away from work and watch a production which is neither taxing nor confusing. However, if you are a ballet fan, it might leave you wanting more.
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