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 Diary of a Hounslow Girl, Ovalhouse – Review
A fresh and hilarious play written and performed by such a talented lady that I did not just enjoy the play, I was completely and utterly impressed by it.
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Persuasion, Rosemary Branch Theatre – Review
A slightly confusing production that may be just a bit too faithful to the original story of the novel to work on stage.
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La Poule Plombée, St James Theatre – Review
Small and perfectly formed: La Poule Plombée features top-notch music, comedy and storytelling.
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Abominations, Etcetera Theatre – Review
A production with much potential but which felt more like a lecture at times.
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Down and Out in Paris and London, New Diorama – Review
A smart interpretation that allows for extra elements of understanding into Orwell’s work.
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Saucy Jack and the Space Vixens, King’s Head Theatre – Review
Pros: A cult show for disco lovers and 90s nostalgics. Cons: The singing needs some polishing. I am writing this review with my jaw still sore from all the laughter, while proudly displaying my “Space Vixen” badge. If you –…
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Might Never Happen, King’s Head Theatre – Review
A passionate and gripping piece of theatre, exploring different perspectives and accounts of street harassment, that questions what we as a society can do to move forward on this issue.
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Richard II, Arcola Theatre – Review
An exciting, modern-day take on Shakespeare's political drama that's particularly pertinent just before the Mayoral election.
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Gabriel Bisset-Smith Tells The Most Original And Funny Joke In The Universe!, Soho Upstairs – Review
Sharp writing and infectiously silly clowning combine in a slightly-too-knowing show that haemorrhages charm.
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Calais, Barons Court Theatre – Review
This play could be incredibly thought-provoking and moving, but some points are so obvious that spectators sadly don’t get a chance to come to their own conclusions.