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: Space, St Martin-in-the-Fields
Space by Luxmuralis has rich material – moon landings, wormholes, psychedelia – but needs a stronger point of view to encourage cosmic introspection.
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Review: Dr Faustus, The Courtyard Theatre
An engaging version of the classic tale that keeps the message intact throughout its modernised adaptation.
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Review: The Seafarer, Putney Arts Theatre
An excellent cast does justice to McPherson's tender script.
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Review: Othello, Network Theatre
A disconnected performance of a Shakespeare favourite.
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Review: Too Small To Tell, Riverside Studios
An important and moving account of the ongoing repercussions for Weinstein’s lesser-known victims, and a powerful reminder of the lasting impact for anyone who feels their voice is “too small”.
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Review: Donbas, Theatre503
A deep dive into the complexity and human cost of the conflict in Ukraine
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Review: The Vertical Hour, The Questors Theatre
A revival that brings its conflict to life through great performances, but time has dulled the impact...
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Review: Practically Imperfect, OSO Arts Centre
A complicated relationship between a writer and her biggest creation. This could be supercalifragilisticexpialidocious – maybe with a spoonful of sugar, next time.
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Review: After Miss Julie, Park Theatre
Undercooks the tension needed for Strindberg’s masterpiece.
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Review: Living with an Alien, Playhouse East
A cosy village mystery collides with cosmic unease in this sharp, sci-fi tinged comedy.