Owen Thomas James

Owen has written about theatre since he moved to London in 2017. He trained as a classical actor specialising in Shakespeare, but his love for variety knows no bounds. He is regularly on the stage for a number of amateur theatre companies, and has a particular enthusiasm for sound design. He has been part of the Everything Theatre team since 2025.

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Owen Thomas James2 weeks ago

Review: The Glamification of Loki, Southwark Playhouse

Norse mythology meets Lush in this dazzling showcase of emerging musical theatre talent.
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Owen Thomas James3 weeks ago

Review: The Animator, Southwark Playhouse

A tribute to an animation pioneer, that blurs more than it illuminates.
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Owen Thomas James29 July 2025

Review: Maiden Voyage, Southwark Playhouse Elephant

A production that embarks with strong vocals and good intentions, but its storytelling lacks wind in its sails.
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Owen Thomas James26 June 2025

Review: Jimmy, Park Theatre

A blistering solo show that brings tennis legend Jimmy Connors back to life in a hilarious, heartfelt, and physically electrifying…
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Owen Thomas James7 June 2025

Review: Our Cosmic Dust, Park Theatre

A touching tale of stars and sorrow, brought to life with stunning puppetry, that tugs at the heartstrings but frustrates…
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Owen Thomas James24 May 2025

Review: ALiCE, Sadler’s Wells

A visually striking contemporary dance reimagining of Alice in Wonderland, bold in style but muddled in narrative cohesion.
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Owen Thomas James21 May 2025

Review: Little Brother, Jermyn Steet Theatre

Moving, unsettling, and beautifully performed, this is a powerful adaptation of a true story about one man’s journey through the…
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Owen Thomas James20 May 2025

Review: In Other Words, Arcola Theatre

An intimate, heart-wrenching portrait of love and Alzheimer’s, where music becomes memory, and silence says everything.
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Owen Thomas James15 April 2025

Review: Heisenberg, Arcola

Loneliness lingers in this queer reimagining of Simon Stephens’ tale of fractured connection.
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Owen Thomas James11 April 2025

Review: Shanghai Dolls, Kiln Theatre

A flashy presentation of the untold true story of two of the most influential women in Chinese history.
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