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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Suicide at Vine House, 52 Romney Street – Review
Pros: An alternative night out, in a house that’s a real treat for Grand Designs fantasists Cons: Far too long to support the story line presented I have never attended an immersive theatre show that lasted much longer than an hour. I…
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The Kid Stays in the Picture, Royal Court Theatre – Review
An exhibition of a performance. Fast paced and slightly overwhelming at times. Promises Hollywood drama and delivers it in spades.
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Run, The Bunker – Review
A top notch play and incredible one man performance, all let down by issues with the staging. If you go, don't sit down the sides.
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The Fall, Acklam Village Market – Review
Pros: Gorgeous visuals, fascinating live score, welcoming atmosphere Cons: Time constraints made some episodes of the story hard to follow Tucked right at the top of Portobello Road under the Westway flyover, Acklam Village Market isn’t the easiest place to…
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Normal, Styx Theatre – Review
Pros: Gripping plot, strong acting and beautiful design. Cons: The venue has character but is too wide for a psychological thriller and too cold for a winter evening. Can violence ever be considered normal? Is there a good enough reason…
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Rosalind, The Place – Review
Shakespeare’s cross-dressing romp 'As You Like It' refracted through the lens of high quality contemporary dance theatre.
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The Bad Seed, Jack Studio Theatre – Review
A gripping story with a lightly witty start and a dark and devastating end.
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Eat the Poor, Orange Tree Theatre – Review
A show that's full of sublimely witty wordplay and dynamic energy.
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Southern Baptist Sissies, Above the Stag – Review
A theatre with a charming sense of community; a sense that everybody is made to feel welcome here. This is a great night out for the theatre’s target audience, their friends and allies.
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The Monkey, Theatre 503 – Review
An unmissable show from an exciting writer that explores drugs and violence with truly compelling results.