Alternative
Fancy something a bit different from the norm? Something immersive, or something taking place in a caravan perhaps? Here you’ll find reviews of some of the most interesting and unique shows that we’ve seen.
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Best of Be Festival, The Barbican – Review
A culturally diverse sampling of work from the Be Festival, interesting but could do with some tightening.
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Confirmation, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
A solid and well researched one-man presentation that challenges the way you conceive others.
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Armine, Sister, Battersea Arts Centre - Review
An intense, unsettling production. More impressive than enjoyable.
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The Murderettes, Phoenix Artist Club – Review
An impressive attempt to improvise a whodunnit in a great London establishment, with some outstanding performances.
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The Ring, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
Fuel set us up wonderfully for a memorable experience, but what they ultimately deliver is a surreal and intimate radio play rather than theatre.
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iAm, Kensal House Community Rooms – Review
Immersive theatre that is entertaining, demanding and creepy in the best possible way.
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Karaoke, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
A unique experience that was far more performance art than traditional theatre - certainly not to everyone’s tastes.
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Calm Down, Dear: ‘Women’s Hour’ and ‘Pretty Ugly’, Camden People’s Theatre – Review
Both productions are a bit rough around the edges but could be enjoyed by anyone who holds strong views on feminism.
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One Thousand And One Nights, Rich Mix – Review
This relaxed and enchanting evening with a gifted storyteller is a great way to experience some of the most sumptuous folk tales ever produced.
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Feral, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
A truly talented company, with each member possessing multiple and impressive skills in their crafts. A multi-layered and memorable production by a company worth seeking out.