Off West End
Much like fringe theatre, trying to define what Off-WestEnd venue really means is a debate that would take us long into the night. So for our own sanity, we define it as those venues that are slightly bigger than the fringe venues (so roughly 100+ seats), but not the big West End or similar venues that form part of the Society of London Theatre (SOLT). Like fringe venues, Off-WestEnd are eligible for consideration for awards via the Fringe Theatre Awards.
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Review: Dagmarr’s Dimanche: Songs from the Cinema, Crazy Coqs
A pacey, good-humoured tour of movie songs and the women who sing them that showcases Hersh Dagmarr’s charm but only hints at the sex and glamour of his subject.
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Review: Cable Street,Marylebone Theatre
A heartfelt and detailed portrayal of a vital part of London’s history, with an exciting score, compelling songs and excellent performances.
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Review: Tell Me, The Place
There’s incredible fluid strength in Sadiq Ali's beautiful and menacing piece for MimeLondon 2026 that uses Chinese pole techniques, among others, to explore perceptions of HIV.
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Review: Death of Gesualdo, St Martin-in-the-Fields
The otherworldly, hauntingly beautiful music of Gesualdo underscores a fascinating and impassioned presentation of his life story,
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Review: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Orange Tree Theatre
The Orange Tree's Young Company deliver strong performances in a full and sometimes visually overwhelming adaptation.
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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: Divine Feminine, Soho Theatre
A sharp, relatable hour with a compelling premise and plenty of laughs, even if its most intriguing ideas never quite reach their full potential.
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Review: Most Favoured, Soho Theatre
A lot of laughs on a wing and a prayer
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Review: Sh!t-Faced Showtime: A Pissedmas Carol, Leicester Square Theatre
A roaring and reliable pantomime-reminiscent show sure to become a staple in anyone’s festive schedule.
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Review: Cinderella and the Matzo Ball, JW3
A refreshingly original take on the classic tale, this is great fun for all of the family, and anyone else too!