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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Clementine’s Seasonal Spectacular, Rosemary Branch Theatre – Review
This show is an excellent way to begin the festive season, with extraordinary characters and personalities throughout.
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Jackson’s Way: The Christmas Top-Up Power Seminar, BAC – Review
A clever, funny send-up with a warm heart!
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Dead Dog in a Suitcase (and other love songs), Shoreditch Town Hall – Review
An enthralling evening of 'dodgy delights', in a venue that showcases the play's message without overdoing it.
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Kwaku, Ananse and Other African Folk Tales, British Library – Review
An unusual and delightful night of entertainment.
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The Terrible Tale of the Tiddly Widdlies, The New Diorama Theatre – Review
a punchy, if short, show.
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The Sun Shining On Her Hands, The Bread & Roses Theatre – Review
As a piece of visual art alone the three performers – together with fantastic choreography and hypnotic music – are enough to draw your attention for the hour long performance.
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I Love You Because, London Theatre Workshop – Review
A musical about love that offers a few laughs, great music and an enjoyable night out for a cheaper price.
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The Ballad of Robin Hood, Southwark Playhouse – review
A fresh and exciting take on a familiar tale that will ensure you never look at Robin Hood the same way again!
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A Rabbi, a Vicar and an Imam Walk into a Comedy Club, JW3 – Review
What’s the role of humour in religion? A rabbi, a vicar and an imam audaciously jump on stage to give us a practical demonstration. The line between performing and preaching has never been so thin.
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Here We Go and Evening at the Talk House, National Theatre – review
Both plays show promising intentions, but are ultimately disappointing.