Drama
A staple for us and for many if you fancy a more traditional play. When we first started Everything Theatre it was specifically to review drama. We’ve branched out over the years, but it will always be a favourite of ours.
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Unfolded, The Bread and Roses Theatre – Review
Pro’s: The event constitutes a valid and accessible platform to discuss socio-political issues. Con’s: A bit of background information about some of the stories would have been useful. With the intention of exploring how global events have an impact on…
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Midnight, Union Theatre – Review
Pros: Catchy tunes, zingy one-liners and great performances. A hugely enjoyable riot. Cons: The play takes a little time to warm up, but the wait is worth it. When the devil sings, he roars, he reigns. New Year’s Eve, at the height…
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A Pocketful of Bread, Ovalhouse – Review
A timely and poignant reflection on human nature, but not a lot of fun.
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Square Rounds, Finborough Theatre – Review
Compelling pacifist play by Tony Harrison in which we are posed with the question of what men decide to do with scientific progress
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Missing, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
Pros: An exhilarating performance that barely uses words, but takes your breath away and makes you feel so much. Cons: You have to interpret and feel the show, rather than be given all the answers. In 2015, Battersea Arts Centre’s…
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Birth Right, Calder Theatre – Review
An imperfect production of a promising text.
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Blood Wedding, Omnibus Theatre – Review
Pro’s: Intensely dramatic and beautiful adaptation of classic; not one to miss. Con’s: Anything that wasn’t quite up-to-scratch was forgiveable, and more than made up for. Lorca’s classic is given the modern-day London treatment by a multinational, multi-talented cast. Boldly…
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Distance, Park Theatre – Review
Pros: The solid sound and lighting design. Cons: This pessimistic portrayal of mental illness doesn’t contribute to fighting the stigma, and risks sending out a discouraging message. The soaring incidence of suicide in British men under 45 has recently become…
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Italian Theatre Festival, Print Room at The Coronet – Review
Pros: A rare opportunity to see some of Italy’s most iconic theatre works. Cons: The language barrier is only partially compensated by the presence of subtitles. Promoted by the Italian Cultural Institute and curated by Monica Capuani, the first edition…
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Dust, Trafalgar 2 Studios – Review
Pros: A virtuoso performance from Milly Thomas both as writer and performer, easily holding the attention with the slightest glance or mannerism. Cons: A dissection of emotional frailties and dysfunctional relationships is often uncomfortable to watch. I had to steel…