Pros: A pleasant, well-appointed venue and the opportunity to see an infrequently performed Shakespeare play. Cons: The scenic backdrop relied on styling from the 1950s and 1960s, and didn’t sit particularly well with the tone of the play. This particular visit to the theatre represented two firsts for me. It was my first visit to the Bridewell Theatre in the City of London. Although signposting announced the theatre’s location in Ludgate Circus, it was a struggle to find it as I weaved through a ...
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Sex With Robots and Other Devices, King’s Head Theatre – Review
A daring, innovative new play offering a frightening glimpse into the potential of robots.
Read More »Fox Hunting, The Courtyard Theatre – Review
A disturbing, though thoroughly absorbing study of gang culture and knife crime in London.
Read More »Gaps, Katzpace – Review
An overused storyline of thirtysomething Londoners linked by a dating app doesn't go anywhere meaningful.
Read More »Victim, King’s Head Theatre – Review
An intriguing companion piece to an earlier play makes its point with clarity, providing a sobering conclusion to the most disturbing of storylines.
Read More »Plastic, Old Red Lion Theatre – Review
This magnificent piece of storytelling comes to life in the hands of a brilliant cast, and the coming of age tale will resonate with many an audience.
Read More »Then Again, King’s Head Theatre – Review
Whilst not exactly breaking new ground, a natural energy carried the play through any rough patches.
Read More »Summer and Smoke, Almeida Theatre – Review
One of Tennessee Williams' lesser known plays gets a stunning reboot in a production oozing with class.
Read More »Hilda and Virginia, Jermyn Street Theatre – Review
Both plays are sharply observed and well written but thank god for St. Hilda who lightened an otherwise sombre mood.
Read More »Find Your Way Home, Etcetera Theatre – Review
Although brilliantly scripted, the harshly drawn characters border on caricature and the play as a whole has 1970s written all over it. Ultimately, however, the superior storytelling shines through.
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