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 Bastard, Puccini!, Park Theatre
An entertaining recount of operatic rivalry that doesn’t quite hit the emotional high note.
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Review: People in Cages, Drayton Arms Theatre
Come one, come all to a truly eerie showcasing of the human condition
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Review: Reality Bites, Arches Lane Theatre
Despite this collection of monologues having a lot of interesting things to say, their unfocused nature means it's a slightly unsatisfying play overall.
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Review: in defence of adventurous mothers, The Glitch
A warmly human and engaging story packed with potential, but which has a hill to climb in its basement space.
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Review: MisSfits, Etcetera Theatre
Charming classroom-set solo show exploring queer identity with wit, warmth, and heart
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Review: The Unkillable Mike Malloy, Bridge House Theatre
Based on an incredible true story of an indestructible Bronx Irishman, this noir tale needs more oomph. Pump up the volume and the hysteria, and then it will be ‘Ra Ra Rasputin’ Mike Molloy
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Review: They Weave with String that Suffocates, University of East London
Stories of women from Ancient Greek literature are weaved together to create a feminist account of their lives that feels powerful and urgent.
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Review: Big Shoes, The Hope Theatre
An intimate dialogue between two brothers that aims to make you laugh and cry at the same time.
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Review: Never Get To Heaven In An Empty Shell, The Glitch
Angel tube station is purgatory in Claudia Fielding's quirky tragicomedy solo piece, exploring grief and healing.
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Review: Piss Girls, Hope Theatre
A charmingly quirky tale of teen female friendship that just needs a little more depth.