Fringe/ OffWestEnd
We could argue for hours what makes a fringe theatre venue, and even then we doubt we’d come to a satisfactory definition. So to keep it simple, fringe here simply means the wonderful little venues, generally less than 100 seats, often located above or below or next to pubs, and very much at the heart of our theatre world, where all the magic usually starts.
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Review: The Importance of Being Oscar, Park Theatre
A scholarly, restrained portrait of one of our greatest literary figures that, appropriately perhaps, feels overly earnest.
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Review: Otto & Astrid: The Stages Tour, Soho Theatre
A German Duo with chemistry and character. They just need to organise the party.
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Review: This Year I Am Going To Die, Hen and Chickens Theatre
Anxiety has never been funnier in this one-man show about a man convinced his time has come
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Review: The Scale of Power, Union Theatre
A new and exciting musical that overflows with potential
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Review: Pearls Recommended, Drayton Arms Theatre
A thoughtful and emotionally resonant two-hander exploring duty, identity and expectation.
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Review: Good for Her!, The Other Palace
Searingly open, tragi-comedic tale of co-dependency
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Review: Midnight at the Never Get, Menier Chocolate Factory
A moving melodic tale of forbidden love, artistic struggle and the music that keeps love and hope alive
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Review: Hedda Gabler, Golden Goose Theatre
A thoughtful, if traditional, adaptation of the classic tragedy.
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Review: Scenes from a Falling World, The Coronet Theatre
Strength is shown in the commitment to the piece, each performer approaching their creation with joy, care, and athleticism.
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Review: Just Fall Over, The Glitch
An entertaining exploration of how people can manage loss and grief in different ways; serious or humorous, for better or worse.