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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Beasts Live DVD, Soho Theatre – Review
An utterly ridiculous hour of laughs, charm and flying bread in one of London's most reliably fun venues
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Press, The Bread and Roses – Review
The play poses an interesting central question, but everything about it is undercooked
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As You Might Like it, Rosemary Branch Theatre – Review
A cross between a stand-up routine and a Shakespeare revival, this show is original, funny and clever. The performers are definitely ones to watch.
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The Lowland Clearances, Camden People’s Theatre – Review
There were some fun creative activities, but this suffered from slow pace, lack of thematic development and an unfortunate venue.
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Clickbait, Theatre 503 – Review
Due to the challenging subject matter, it’s not for everyone but Clickbait is a great, thought-provoking play, exploring social attitudes to sex and woman.
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Variety of Kings, The Star of Kings – Review
A brilliant and varied night of entertainment featuring some excellent stand-up comedy and laughter-inducing sketches.
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The Lighthouse, The Space – Review
A magical performance and story about a well-known saint that speaks to us all. With the January blues hitting hard, this delicate piece of theatre is one not to be missed.
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Give Me Your Love, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
An enjoyable, if not particularly memorable, hour of original, thought-provoking theatre that ruminates sensitively on a serious topic.
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Botallack O’Clock, Old Red Lion – Review
Twisted and funny: a loving tribute to an English eccentric.
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Helen Duff: Smasher, Camden Comedy Room – Review
One of the silliest, funniest evenings you can spend contemplating the niceties of orgasm.