Month: December 2018

Features

RETURN OF THE REGGIES (Part 1)

Such was the reaction to last year’s Reggies, we felt compelled to beg Brian to stage a sequel; so yes,…

Interviews

‘Anomaly’: Liv Warden on Putting Women’s Stories Centre Stage

Playwright Liv Warden shares why it was important to centre women's voices and take on the effects of the #MeToo…

Comedy

Murder for Two, The Other Palace – Review

Pros: Astonishing performances and musicianship Cons: A little too long, and could use some variations in pace Arthur Whitney lies…

Musicals

Cabaret, Laban Theatre – Review

Pros: Lots of new talent showcasing their abilities. Cons: Doesn’t quite rise above student production standards. “Do you really love…

Drama

One Jewish Boy, Old Red Lion Theatre – Review

Pros: Funny dialogue, smart observations and powerful performances from two leads with natural chemistry.  Cons: The lack of nuance and…

Drama

The Cane, Royal Court Theatre – Review

Brilliant. A thoughtful exploration of the political structure that forms our society, supported by extraordinary acting, direction, and a disturbingly…

Musicals

Orpheus, Battersea Arts Centre – Review

Pros: Beautifully staged and performed with incredible joy and skill. Cons: Fans of Django Reinhardt may find his personal story underexplored.…

Drama

Hole, Royal Court Theatre – Review

Pros: The devil is in the detail: a compassionately crafted show. Cons: Issues with the flow of each segment of…

Interviews

Interview: Director James Tobias on ‘Seussical the Musical’

'Seussical the Musical' director James Tobias tells us about bringing the whimsical musical to Southwark Playhouse and the importance of…

Musicals

Guys and Dolls, The Mill at Sonning – Review

A fun show with very high production values, although its datedness does risk it becoming a bit of a museum…

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