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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En Avant, Marche!, Sadler’s Wells – Review
A melting pot of performing arts which, at times, can be tricky to follow.
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The Burning Gadulka, Drayton Arms Theatre – Review
One musician’s story about his ambivalent love for an obscure folk instrument, in a society whose values lie elsewhere.
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YOUARENOWHERE, Shoreditch Town Hall – Review
Pros: Unique in every way, with stage trickery that is bound to stay with you for the rest of your theatre-going life. Cons: Theatre at its best but something this unconventional will not be for everybody. : Walking along Shoreditch High…
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Gertrude – The Cry, Theatre N16 – Review
A rare chance to see an accomplished revival of a significant work, but be prepared for an uncomfortable evening - both physically and emotionally.
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James and the Giant Peach, Polka Theatre – Review
A magical, humorous and innovative adaptation of the classic Roald Dahl tale. An afternoon of entertainment for the whole family to enjoy.
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Empathy Museum, outside Now Gallery – Review
I had reservations about this installation, and was delighted to be proven wrong. Empathy Museum is a fantastic, fun, free pop up which represents something we need much more of in our city.
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Heels of Glory, Chelsea Theatre – Review
There’s only one word that you could really use to describe this show: fabulous!
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This Much, Soho Theatre – Review
An exciting production tackling the role of tradition in modern culture in a responsible, balanced way. A fresh, funny and touching piece of contemporary theatre which audiences should flock to for style as much as content.
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Phaedra(s), Barbican – Review
An emotionally raw trilogy which challenges as much as it intrigues.
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Handle with Care, Urban Locker Old Street – Review
Pros: A really interesting piece of immersive theatre, cleverly choreographed in an extremely unusual space. Cons: Could have been a little more succinct in places, and it was sometimes difficult to see bits of the action because of the space.…