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Confessional, Southwark Playhouse – Review
An unmissable exploration of sexuality and homophobia, this firecracker of a play is gripping from start to finish.
Read More »Operation Love Story, King’s Head Theatre – Review
Promising work but not really a ‘destination piece’; it is worth watching as part of a body of work (which to be fair, is the intention).
Read More »Babes in Arms, Ye Olde Rose and Crown – Review
A brave choice of revival by All Star Productions, but not the best: feels out of place and offers little relevance. Definitely a show for fans of the 1930s musical era.
Read More »The Fix, New Union Theatre – Review
Pros: Resplendent and enduring performances with an engaging narrative Cons: The heat in the studio and additional seating affected comfort levels This summer sees the return of The Fix at Southwark’s New Union Theatre. Last seen at the theatre in 2012 before the Union Theatre moved into its new home (hence the change of name), the musical follows the drama and corruption of the Chandlers, a family that is determined – at all costs – to get their hands on the ...
Read More »In the Bar of a Tokyo Hotel, Charing Cross Theatre – Review
This is one of Williams’ lesser produced works – you’ll probably need to be a fan of the writer, or of the theatrical epoch that the work typifies, to enjoy it.
Read More »Crime Scene Improvisation, Leicester Square Theatre – Review
An affordable evening of light-hearted entertainment that caters to a specific market
Read More »Firebird, Trafalgar Studios – Review
This is a brave, well-intended and well executed production: the creative team are clearly invested, highlighting the issue of child abuse in a meaningful way.
Read More »Encounter, Above the Stag – Review
Perhaps a crowd pleaser for the regulars and a certain market. It doesn’t do what it advertises: it is not heart-breaking, nor a truthful exploration of forbidden gay love.
Read More »A Cool Million, Jack Studio Theatre – Review
A thoroughly enjoyable evening of fast-paced comedy. Excellent work all round and well worth the money.
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