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: Wishes, Libra Theatre Café
A raw and reflective Christmas moment.
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Review: For Puck’s Sake, Etcetera Theatre
For Puck’s Sake is funny and whimsical, taking one of Shakespeare's most endearing characters and making them the focal point of their own story,
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Review: Gawain and The Green Knight, The Park Theatre
A hilarious, energetic transformation of this classic poem to a modern office setting, with excellent technical design, although there are some slight oversights in its construction of the plot.
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Review: It Happened To Me, Old Red Lion Theatre
A bleak but often revealing insight into Rat Pack star Peter Lawford's career, albeit one which suffers from some factual inaccuracies.
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Review: Flat Earthers, Lion and Unicorn Theatre
An amusing and gentle look at the human need for connection and purpose.
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Review: I Can See The Sun, Etcetera Theatre
A promising work-in-progress exploring intergenerational trauma that becomes a little over-burdened by symbolism and convenient closure.
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Review: The Fit Prince, King’s Head Theatre
Ditch the panto – this is the funniest, most innovative and puppetastic show you will see this Christmas!
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Review: Never Tell Me The Odds, Old Red Lion Theatre
A thoughtful reflection on the risks and rewards of connecting with others. This valuable lesson is taught by companions both real and imaginary.
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Review: Boys in the Buff, Golden Goose Theatre
A cheeky, high-energy musical revue promoting body positivity, with strong performances and clever music, but with ultimately repetitive ideas.
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Review: The Signalman, Drayton Arms Theatre
This two-person Dickens adaptation features a detailed but claustrophobic design and despite obvious effort the story is muddled and unclear.