The Etties are very much a bit of fun to celebrate those smaller shows and venues that all too often will get overlooked in the bigger awards. We’ve put together our shortlists with the help of our team of reviewers and much like all awards, it’s very subjective!
The winners will be announced on 3 March during our Runn Radio show, starting at 8pm. You can find details of all our categories here.
Having reviewed a whopping 61 shows at Camden Fringe, we felt it was only right they should have their own category. What we love about Camden Fringe is that it allows creatives a safe space to try out new work, meaning so much of what we see is at its very early stages of its life. It is always great to catch a show in its infancy and then watch as it grows over time.
So, after much debate and discussion, we’ve whittled those 61 down to a shortlist of just six, which are:
Blackheath @ Old Red Lion Theatre
“This is a fully engaging and thoughtful drama which is brilliantly brought to life by the cast.”
How You Died @ Hen and Chickens Theatre
“An emotional rollercoaster that moves from poignant scenes about grief to intense drama focused on the specifics of a relationship, with a final deeply affecting gut punch that addresses the wider issue of coercion.”
Rosaline and Juliet @ Lion and Unicorn Theatre
“Both talented writers and performers, Lawman’s and Roberts’ theatre company is a formidable one. You wouldn’t guess that this was their first production.”
That Boy Has No Shoes @ Camden People’s Theatre
“This is a poignant production that uses silent movement alongside historic testimony to dramatic effect. Carefully choreographed, every movement, item and spoken word contributes to an immersive and emotional evening.”
Whiplash @ Courtyard Theatre
“It’s a brave venture in many ways, not just because of how people might pre-judge both the show and those involved. It’s not the usual ‘stripper makes good’ or ‘seedy club owner gets his comeuppance’ that you might expect. It is instead much more nuanced, offering strong arguments in support of both the clubs and the workers.”
With A Bang @ Etcetera Theatre
“A thought-provoking, emotionally charged exploration of love, regret, and the human tendency to seek closure. Midnight Detour Theatre has created a production that lingers in the mind long after the final (non) explosion.”
Winner to be announced during our Ettie Specials Runn Radio Show on 3 March from 8pm.
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