Everything Theatre Reviews, interviews and news for theatre lovers, London and beyond

A delicious mix of stand-up, cabaret and monologue delivered with real style.

An indelible stamp of quality from the pen of Broadway legends; a great musical just waiting to be discovered.

Unsurprisingly, the kids steal this immensely enjoyable show and prove there are exciting young performers waiting in the wings.

An outstanding play full of brilliantly drawn characters and natural humour that easily holds the attention.

Pros: A brilliant script and a beautiful performance from Nancy Sullivan. Cons: Although intimate, the venue has a dark and airless atmosphere, which can sometimes be uncomfortable. London theatre never fails to surprise me. The latest shock is that the New Wimbledon Theatre has a studio! Like all good studio theatres it stands at the vanguard of new, innovative productions and Fabric is no exception. It tells the story of Leah (Nancy Sullivan) in a one woman, one act play ...

Pros: A charming and talented cast performing one of Shakespeare’s best comedies. Cons: Appalling weather taking the shine off an otherwise brilliant production. So have we got everything? Excellent cast: check; delightful venue: check; sparkling comedy: check and the weather….? Oh what wretched luck for Iris Theatre, one of the finest purveyors of outdoor plays. When I was last at St Paul’s Church I saw them stage a spellbinding version of Richard III, which bathed in hot sunshine. This time ...

Pretentious, self-indulgent pop culture that owes little to the principles of performing arts.

An articulate, thought provoking reminder of the refugee crisis, which will be on everyone’s radar as a major issue in the EU referendum debate.

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

A wonderful reminder of the Carry On genre, and a genuinely affecting performance from Ashley Christmas in the title role.