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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Shadows of Time – The 13th B’ak’tun, Arcola Theatre – Review
A modern and experimental journey through time from the birth of our planet to present day.
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White Rabbit, Red Rabbit, Chelsea Theatre – Review
An actor takes on a script they have never seen before - a fascinating idea but a bit heavy-handed in practice.
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Laptop Dancer – Phoenix Artist Club, Review
An homage to women has never been done quite like this. Steven Carne brings to life the famous and not so famous through his own version of drag and vaudeville-like comedy.
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Ever After is an Awfully Long Time, The Phoenix Artist Club – Review
A great idea with potential but needs more development.
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House of Burlesque, London Wonderground – Review
If you’ve never seen burlesque, then see this show! If you’ve seen burlesque, still see this show! Best of its kind in London.
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Instructionally Invited, The Space – Review
This immersive theatre production is an hour of silly fun.
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Reality Abuse, Dublin Castle – Review
This engaging and unique show makes for a truly magical experience.
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Marry Me A Little, St James Theatre – Review
Sondheim aficionados will love this collection of rarely used pieces that all have the classic hallmark style of their celebrated creator.
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Metamorphosing, Camden People’s Theatre – Review
An ambitious performance offering plenty of visual interest which may be too abstract for some.
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Playground, The Horse and Stables – Review
An evening of seven very different mini-plays on the theme of deception. Not for someone looking for a comprehensive story to get lost in, but very interesting to see a subject matter manipulated in so many inventive ways.