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A heavyweight cast save a lightweight script in what might otherwise have been a routine tale of bereavement and loneliness.

Everything that fringe theatre should be: an important tale to tell and told in an explosion of multi-faceted performance.

Meet Norma Jeane… and the voices in her head. They’ll hook you in, but might leave you wanting more.

A wonderful and emotional one man show which gives an insight into the unique father-son relationship behind one of Hollywood's finest leading men.

Pros: A new fusion of British and Western unlike anything currently showing, with a strong multitalented band Cons: The plot is erratic and overdramatic with few props and little set to aid it. Some of the jokes are distasteful Queens Theatre, Hornchurch boasts a beautiful auditorium and a large, spacious stage. With a light-bulb lined border and giant, floating Dolly Parton head, it sure looks the part for a country musical. Unfortunately the band takes up most of the stage, leaving ...

An intense 75-minute piece that intelligently has you guessing throughout.

Pros: Builds a fantastic relationship between audience and performers. Fast paced, energetic and hilariously clever. Cons: Perhaps not suitable for anyone under the age of 16 and be warned, there is audience participation! Of the many performances mounted this year to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death, I was lucky enough to experience Burn Bright Theatre’s production of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare. This outstanding and utterly hilarious performance is a wonderful tribute to Shakespeare’s timeless tales. Combining rehearsed and unrehearsed ...