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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Ready or Not, Arcola Theatre – Review
A pertinent, intelligent and often funny tragedy about war, fear and family.
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Men & Girls Dance, The Place – Review
A unique, timely and unforgettable dance work that will make you laugh, cry and think.
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It Is So Ordered, Pleasance Theatre – Review
Pros: The performers have energy and commitment. Cons: Incoherent plot and characterisation. Little variation. Having overcome the travails of TFL, and with drink in hand, I made my way from the spacious bar at The Pleasance, past the main theatre and…
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Key Change, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
A piece that gives insight into prison life.
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It’s Not Yet Midnight…, Roundhouse – Review
A spectacular demonstration of physical abilities by a company with a strong ethos which could benefit from more theatrical direction.
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How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Wilton’s Music Hall – Review
Infinitely more enjoyable than many West End productions, How to Succeed is an ambitious and triumphant revival with an excellent cast.
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Homegrown Festival, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
It might not be aimed at the older audience, but the energy and joy within the building is so infectious that everyone should go and support an amazing week of youth and creativity.
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Montagues and Capulets, CoLab Theatre -Review
Great for under-25 fans of rushing about and 90s rave culture.
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Miss Nightingale, The Vaults – Review
A fabulous British musical romp that blazes like the Blitz with enough gusto and innuendo to make a Nazi blush!
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Expensive Shit, Soho Theatre – Review
Pros: The message about objectification of women is powerful and originally conveyed. Cons: The parts spoken with a Nigerian accent might be harder to understand for those who don’t speak English as a first language. The objectification of female bodies…