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 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.
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Review: 1:17am, or Until the Words Run Out, Finborough Theatre
Ambitious and emotionally charged, this play offers powerful moments amidst dark themes and is a moving reminder of grief’s ability to both fracture and unite us.
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Review: Josh Sharp: ta-da!, Soho Theatre
Clever, heartfelt, and technically dazzling – but playing it safe keeps this show from greatness.