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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An Enemy of the People, Theatro Technis – Review
A thought provoking production that will have you walking away from this perfectly stripped down theatre feeling empowered.
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Anatomy of a Suicide, Royal Court Theatre – Review
A powerful and poignant story of three generations of women who struggle with suicide.
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Tommy, Theatre Royal Stratford East – Review
Pros: The cast, the live music and the great use of integrated sign language. Cons: Pete Townshend – bloody good songwriter, questionable grasp on narrative structure. Ramps on the Moon is a long-term collaboration between a number of theatres and…
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The Last Ones, Jermyn Street Theatre – Review
The cast is good, and there are some tender and comic moments, but overall this production fails to make much impact.
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Edgar Allan Poe Double Feature, Jack Studio Theatre – Review
Two classically written tales performed through stylised macabre.
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Landmines, Ovalhouse – Review
Refreshing dissection of serious subject matter by a talented young cast.
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The Enchanted – The Bunker – Review
Pros: A compelling central performance from Corey Montague-Sholay who gives feeling and depth to his role as narrator, and a story that grips when allowed space to do so. Cons: Too much distracts from the central story, for the…
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Punts, Theatre503 – Review
An entertaining comedy that talks dirty but acts coy.
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Beauty and the Beast, Barons Court Theatre – Review
A fresh version of a classic tale that engages young children while entertaining the parents.
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Roller Diner, Soho Theatre – Review
Pros: Adorable, hilarious characters in a fun and vibrant roller-diner setting (minus roller-skates). Funny moments are in abundance and the cast are superb. Cons: The politics behind the show are very blatant, but its comment is ambiguous. Roller Diner, the…