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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1992 and Over There, Blue Elephant Theatre – review
A double bill of short new plays by two internationally acclaimed playwrights takes you from a dilapidated flat near Liverpool to a mountainside within 45 minutes.
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The State versus John Hayes, Kings Head Theatre – Review
An outstanding theatre debut for writer and performer Lucy Roslyn, who must surely be recognised as a star in the making.
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64 Squares, New Diorama – Review
A complex and layered piece exploring themes of memory and identity.
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One Last Waltz, The Hope Theatre – Review
This amusing and profound production hits home on the struggles of Alzheimer's disease.
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Pig Farm, St. James Theatre – Review
An unsung gem. If you are a fan of gritty dark humour à la Martin McDonagh or Sam Shepard-esque drama, do not miss this show
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Four Minutes Twelve Seconds, Trafalgar Studios – Review
A wonderfully polished piece that raises some uncomfortable issues concerning sex, class and gender in a digital age.
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The Session, Soho Theatre – Review
A quiet, intimate drama with beautiful performances that only falters when it tries to be bigger than it actually needs to be.
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In My Head, The Proud Archivist – Review
An excellent and accessible way for those who are not familiar with the theme to find out about some of the current topics surrounding mental health.
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Multiverse and CSI: Crime Scene Improvisation, Bridewell Theatre – Review
A fantastic night - an evening of hilarity and some naughty fun that will leave you feeling like you were part of something unique.
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Anita and Me, Theatre Royal Stratford East – Review
Well drawn characters complement some brilliant attention to detail it but does occasionally feel like a TV soap opera.