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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The Box, Draper Hall – Review
An important piece, not to be missed.
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Wish List, Royal Court Theatre – Review
Pros: Delicately written and superbly acted, Wish List brings a difficult subject matter to life with heart-breaking reality. Cons: An overly domineering set that occasionally distracts from the subtlety of the script. Wish List is painfully relevant. The play follows…
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Abigail, The Bunker – Review
A good watch if you’re disillusioned about romantic relationships and want to feel validated about that breakup you just went through.
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Strangers In Between, King’s Head Theatre – Review
An intelligent and at times, raucously funny tale of a boy discovering his sexuality.
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Veterans Day, Finborough Theatre – Review
Pros: An engaging, visceral and aggressive play with contemporary relevance. Strong themes, tackled with sensitivity and intelligence by very capable actors. Cons: The theatre was very hot. The play suffers slightly from wearing another production’s clothes, and could maybe do…
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Takeaway, Hackney Attic – Review
An honest and thought-provoking comedy about gentrification that stands out despite its low budget.
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Three Sisters, Union Theatre – Review
Pros: A voyeuristic Chekhov. Clear and easy to follow with no extraneous detail. Staged well with intricate use of sound. Some audience members loved it. Cons: It lacks the weight required by the text. Character is often diluted to serve the…
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The Men From the Ministry, White Bear Theatre – Review
The nostalgic stage version of a classic radio comedy, full of delight and deeply rooted in British culture.
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The Trackers of Oxyrhynchus, Finborough Theatre – Review
The Trackers of Oxyrhynchus is an amusing, albeit slightly odd, play. This production gives audiences an opportunity to get ‘up close and personal’ with satyrs and Greek gods.
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One Nine Two Seven, Evans & Peel Detective Agency – Review
Despite some logistical hiccups, this is a fun and engaging show that’ll keep you guessing to the very end.