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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Lights! Camera! Improvise!, Union Theatre – Review
A hilariously silly evening of high quality improv.
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The Last Days of Limehouse, Limehouse Town Hall – Review
This site-specific look at 1950s Limehouse Chinatown is an evocative and entertaining glimpse at a recent but forgotten past.
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Leviathan, Hackney Downs Studios – Review
This stunning combination of music, visuals and performance takes you on a journey to discover new worlds of theatre.
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Red Ladies, Southbank Centre – Review
The potential is there, but it needs more polish and cohesion.
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Fat Man, Ovalhouse – Review
A touching version of Orhpeus and Eurydice that is at times exceptional. The show adds something to the original story by bringing it up to date, which was quite unexpected.
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In the Surface of a Bubble, Blue Elephant Theatre – Review
A confusing hour of theatre, clearly a product of overactive imaginations.
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Dumbstruck – Battersea Arts Centre – Review
Hugely energetic ensemble piece featuring excellent music that carries a touching message in an innovative way. Fine Chisel is a really exciting young company that you should keep an eye on.
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Next Day, Unicorn Theatre – Review
Who knew a group of kids could put forward such a powerful critique of societal values and priorities.
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A Dream Turns Sour, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
Beautiful and haunting, this performance is the perfect tribute to the poetry of the First World War.
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Midnight Circus, Jackson’s Lane Theatre – Review
This show is filled with a dark, lurid energy that will leave you wanting more. The staging, concept design and gravity-defying feats give an amazing perspective into the raw nature of circus performance.