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: Carl Donnelly: Another Round, Leicester Square Theatre
It’s as if everyone’s gathered for a few pints and a catch-up
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Review: From Dusk Til Dawn, Hackney Church
An immersive, theatrical journey through four centuries of music. Clever staging, individual instrument highlights, insightful commentary, and dynamic lighting creates a unique storytelling experience that carries the audience from night to dawn.
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Review: Karen, Underbelly Boulevard
Cathartic potential is clear, but emotional connection is missing.
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Review: Even more… Ghost stories by candlelight, Battersea Arts Centre
Don’t let the lights go out
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Review: The Meat Kings! (Inc.) of Brooklyn Heights, Park Theatre
A kitchen drama sharp as a butcher's knife.
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Review: Gwenda’s Garage – The Musical, Southwark Playhouse (Borough)
A riotous brand new, vibrant musical from Sheffield that assembles commitment, inspiration and genuine entertainment and will fire you up to stand up for your rights.
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Review: The Wrong Trousers with Live Brass Band, Woolwich Works
This electrifying encounter with a brass band and an evil penguin offers a grand day out for all ages.
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Review: No Good Drunk, Greenwich Theatre
No Good Drunk is an all-American autobiographical musical drama exploring generational ripples of alcoholism with pictures, video and catchy song.
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Review: The League of Improv, Underbelly Boulevard
Improv meets stand-up in this jam-packed comedy night, which will leave you laughing until your cheeks ache.
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Review: Kindling, Park Theatre
Five women are brought together on a camping trip to scatter their mutual friend’s ashes, which leads to personality clashes and bonding in this poignant comedy/drama that is an ode to friendship.