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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Orca, Southwark Playhouse – Review
A confident debut production with some hard-hitting moments – I just wish the difficult questions posed by the play had been wrestled with in more depth.
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The Last Five Years, St James Theatre – Review
The Last Five Years is an emotional and powerful musical, artistically depicting the ups and downs of a relationship, told from two perspectives.
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Follow Suit, Camden People’s Theatre -Review
The failings of big business are exposed without a word of polemic in this subtle, hilarious and ultimately shocking exposé of the world of high finance.
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Merryville, Camden’s People’s Theatre – Review
Perfect for anyone who enjoys music and comedy. Would recommend to anyone who wanted to know what it’s truly like to be a young adult in London.
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Harold and Broad, The Pheasantry – Review
Pros: Both Harold and Anita are incredibly talented, with voices that can transport you and evoke strong emotions. Cons: There were a few slip ups by the pair, but as Harold said, “Hey, it’s cabaret!” You won’t find a grander…
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Fool for Love, Found111 – Review
A sensuous and energetic direction of a quintessential American play about nomadic life and love that will transfix your attention.
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The Acedian Pirates, Theatre503 – Review
Jay Taylor's debut play about war shows great promise and is a tribute to the Theatre503 Playwriting Award of which this was previously shortlisted.
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Vir Das: Live in London, Soho Theatre – Review
Pros: A hilarious, naughty standup routine that will have you laughing until your sides ache Cons: A few of the jokes were lost if you aren’t totally immersed in Indian culture Vir Das is a fully-fledged Bollywood movie star who…
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The Iron Man, Soho Theatre – Review
Yet another beautiful, intricate story, told by one of the leading lights of British storytelling. A wonderfully intimate evening, and one I’d recommend to everyone.
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Side Show, Southwark Playhouse – Review
Songs packed with humour and pathos make the difference in an otherwise routine treatment of a mainly true story.