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 Phantom Raspberry Blower, St James Theatre – Review
A touching reminder of simpler times, and proof that you don’t need an expletive ridden script to be funny.
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The Moderate Soprano, Hampstead Theatre – Review
An affectionate but entertainingly critical look at Glyndebourne’s early beginnings, seen through the lens of a touching marital love.
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A Cool Million, Jack Studio Theatre – Review
A thoroughly enjoyable evening of fast-paced comedy. Excellent work all round and well worth the money.
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First Love Is The Revolution, Soho Theatre – Review
A fun 90 minute love story that flies by, with enough of a novel take on the boy meets girl concept to make it stand out.
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Twelfth Night, Rose Theatre Bankside – Review
Exuberant, fast-paced gender comedy in an unusual and atmospheric setting.
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Titus Andronicus, New Wimbledon Studio – Review
A version of Titus Andronicus which says true to the text while mixing in some new ideas.
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Fairytales For Grown-Ups: Grim Grimms, The Forge – Review
This is the fresh dose of magic you need in your life.
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Moments, Drayton Arms Theatre – review
With a little more work, this play could be a powerful and thought-provoking piece of theatre.
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RoosevElvis, Royal Court Theatre – Review
The play jumps around, sometimes causing it to feel overly complex and confusing, but dazzling performances by King and Sieh keep the audience entertained.
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Treasure, Finborough Theatre – Review
A testament to Yiddish 20th Century Theatre, this production is fun to watch, although at times the script seems to get itself into a tangle.