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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The Oppression Olympics, The Bread and Roses Theatre – Review
Pros: The plot makes a good point about empathy and self-pity. Cons: Too many scene changes in the first half disrupt the flow of the play. Set in an unnamed British town, The Oppression Olympics shows the lives of some…
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The Twilight Zone, Almeida Theatre – Review
A mind-bending, imagination-blowing adaptation of the cult classic TV series, laced with humour and hidden depths; Suitable even for sci-fi refuseniks.
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Great Expectations, Old Red Lion Theatre – Review
A vibrant updating of Dickens’ story of a life turned around.
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Daisy Pulls It Off, The Park Theatre – Review
Jubilate! This show was splendidly capital! Witty, pretty and a big hit(ty?), Daisy Pulls It Off is a light hearted and jolly story told by an incredible cast.
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Thirty Christmases, New Diorama Theatre – Review
A light-hearted look at the less than perfect Christmases that many families experience that takes the audience on a journey to consider the true meaning of Christmas.
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Shadows, Theatro Technis – Review
This important discourse on what it means to be black contains some eye-opening conversations. Unfortunately, the script drags and fails to deliver the drama and tension it is clearly meant to.
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Crick Crack Club’s 30th Birthday Bash, Rich Mix – Review
Dipping a toe in childhood and being allowed some naughty anecdotes is a privilege reserved for grown-ups.
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White Pearl, Rich Mix – Review
Fearlessly confronting issues of racial and national identity, xenophobia and political correctness, White Pearl is both timely and watchable. Some characters’ habits and actions do irritate, but overlook them to enjoy this thought-provoking play.
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The Vanek Trilogy, Secret Location – Review
An intimate immersive theatre experience that packs an unexpected punch.
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The House of Bernarda Alba, Cervantes Theatre – Review
A right hook of a play held up on the shoulders of a clutch of powerful performers who give their all.