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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Candida, Orange Tree Theatre – Review
Witty and engaging, this play reflects many of the issues still affecting society today.
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Our Ladies of Perpetual Succour, Theatre Royal Brighton (Brighton Festival) — Review
An outstanding production full of soul, fun and debauchery, led by a strong ensemble cast.
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The Idiot Brain, Dome Studio (Brighton Festival) – Review
Pros: Interesting discussion, led by smart, funny presenters Cons: More of a book promotion than a performance The Idiot Brain is billed as a light-hearted look at the psychology of superstition, the neuroscience of sleep, how tall people are more intelligent,…
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Shakespeare Untold, Dome Studio (Brighton Festival) – Review
Pros: An imaginative new perspective on well-known stories Cons: Risks being patronising at times In a combined production from Shakespeare’s Globe and Seabright Productions, Shakespeare Untold introduces us to the worlds of Romeo & Juliet and somewhat obscurely Titus Andronicus, through…





