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 Heart of Things, Jermyn Street Theatre – Review
An unconvincing slice of family life with the emotional punch of a ropey sitcom.
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All the Things You Said You Never Said Before You Thought You Could Ever Say, Ovalhouse – Review
Contemporary dance, physical theatre and performance are brought together to explore unintentional miscommunication and its consequences.
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The Dead Shepherd, White Bear Theatre – Review
A gripping play that expertly blends fact and fiction.
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Boy in the Darkness, Blue Elephant Theatre – Review
Murphy is stunningly versatile in this performance, but the piece fails to fully grab the attention of the audience.
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Lovesong of the Electric Bear, The Hope Theatre – Review
A clever, exciting and surprising play. Unusual and experimental yet still accessible and fun to watch.
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Shrapnel: 34 Fragments of a Massacre, Arcola Theatre – Review
A strong, provocative play which challenges your understanding and perception of war.
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The Cutting Of The Cloth, Southwark Playhouse – Review
Love and laughter are in the details of this comedy drama of Savile Row in the Fifties.
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A Chaste Maid In Cheapside, The Rose Playhouse – Review
A light and cheery revival of Middleton’s classic comedy, directed in completely the right spirit with some added fifties flair.
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Pride and Prejudice, Rosemary Branch Theatre – Review
Another immensely enjoyable production from Rosemary Branch Theatre. A lively, fast-paced adaptation that doesn’t stop to draw breath, sparkling with Jane Austen’s brilliantly funny characters and witty dialogue.
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Radiant Vermin, Soho Theatre – Review
A wickedly funny play that makes light of the current housing crisis.