Fringe Theatre
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: Joseph and the Stag, Hen and Chickens Theatre
A comically dark piece that is skillfully performed but might leave you a little lost amongst its more abstract moments.
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Review: The Behaviours of Posie Marshall, Upstairs at the Gatehouse
A funny, moving and powerful look at a life that's out of control, in a strong one-woman performance
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Review: Drive, Peckham Fringe
A comical piece on a wannabe boy band dispersed with the hard hitting realities of life.
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Review: Gumshoe, Brighton Fringe
A hilarious dive into noir absurdity with a washed up 1940s detective: Gumshoe!
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Review: Mute Messiah, Bridge House Theatre
A spirited narrative that feels too much like a first draft.
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Review: Bertie Hodd – Dad Jokes, Camden People’s Theatre
An inspired, funny and poignant look at parenting a non-binary child.
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Review: I See Me & Meryl Streep, The Other Palace
A camp, musical tribute to teenage insecurity and Meryl Streep’s long career.
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Review: Scenes with Girls, Golden Goose Theatre
A solid and well-executed take on Miriam Battye’s bold 2020 flatshare drama.
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Review: A Million Miles Under Hampstead Heath, Lion and Unicorn Theatre
A heartbreakingly beautiful exploration of a doomed relationship and how grief can weave its way deep into the core of everything.
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Review: The Tempest: This Island, Cockpit Theatre
A well-crafted 90-minute reimagining of Shakespeare’s final comedy.