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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Dirty Work (The Late Shift), Battersea Arts Centre – Review
If you like fatalist humour, this is the play for you.
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The Passion of the Playboy Riots, Hen and Chickens Theatre – Review
Pros: Its well-researched and original approach to the dark times of Irish history. Cons: Being unfamiliar with the topic, I found the play difficult to enjoy. If you’re familiar with Irish history and the troubles, The Passion of the Playboy Riots…
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Double Double Act, Unicorn Theatre – Review
Plenty of fun for very young theatre-goers.
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All I Want is One Night, Wilton’s Music Hall – Review
An enchanting piece of new writing with songs. The original subject matter makes this piece even more interesting, and the gorgeous set, costume and lighting will carry you away.
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Mr Gillie, Finborough Theatre – review
Pros: A forgotten play gains new resonance in this timely revival. Cons: It’s very wordy, and the first act takes quite a while to pick up momentum. On Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays, a visit to the Finborough Theatre will take…
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The Hare & the Tortoise & other stories, The Puppet Theatre Barge – Review
This show is an excellent way for anyone of any age to spend an afternoon.
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The Tempest, The Rose Playhouse – Review
An enjoyable adaptation of one of Shakespeare’s later, well-loved plays. Thoughtful stylisation and creative choices make the play magical at times, but it was just a little bit rough around the edges.
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The Quentin Dentin Show, Tristan Bates Theatre – Review
Inventive project with a fabulous score, story could have flowed better.
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Terror, Lyric Hammersmith – Review
An original and relevant courtroom drama where the public is called in directly to judge the accused.
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Food, Finborough Theatre – Review
Food is a lovely starter and delicate main course, it just needed a sweet dessert to make it the perfect three course meal.