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A trivial depiction of mass violence, presented with a self-indulgent script and a muddled direction.

An amiable old-fashioned comedy whose overqualified cast makes up for a dull plot.

Pros: Its well-researched and original approach to the dark times of Irish history. Cons: Being unfamiliar with the topic, I found the play difficult to enjoy. If you’re familiar with Irish history and the troubles, The Passion of the Playboy Riots gives a valuable insight into the role of theatre at the origins of the IRA. Spanning 24 years, the play is based on the published writings of William Butler Yeats and Lady Gregory, founders of the Irish Literary Theatre, and Patrick Pearse, ...

An original and relevant courtroom drama where the public is called in directly to judge the accused.

Anna Marsland and David Fairs of Golem! Theatre talk putting a new twist on a Shakespearean classic in 'I Know You Of Old'.

Pros: Imaginative, energetic and really entertaining. Cons: The performance is quite long and requires some serious stamina. The other night I had a funny dream. Accompanied by three other people, I was exploring the streets of Clapham Old Town, visiting estate agents, entering empty Italian cafes and interacting with some odd individuals. I had headed to Clapham Common to attend a performance of William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream but, instead of the theatre’s address, I was told to wait ...

A promising performance from a stunning man in drag which was entirely spoiled by amplification problems.

Director Phil Willmott talks criticism, directing at The Scoop and bringing Arthur Miller's 'Incident at Vichy' back to the stage.

A thought-provoking new play which depicts Africa's longstanding issues and clichés with a good balance of comedy and drama.

A fresh version of a classic tale that engages young children while entertaining the parents.