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 Grand Tour, Finborough Theatre – Review
Complex, intriguing, serious yet witty. A complex musical that is definitely worth a watch.
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Bette & Joan: The Final Curtain, St James Studio – Review
Smart theatre-making and fearless acting. This is a fascinating portrayal of the real and the imagined in the intertwined lives of Bette Davis and Joan Crawford.
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The Collective Project, Camden People’s Theatre – Review
Like last year, this night of new writing offers fresh work in a fun format. Though not quite as special as previous incarnations, the night offers some great moments.
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A Christmas Carol, Middle Temple Hall – Review
A magical show that’ll give you instant Christmas spirit!
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Nativity In Creakebottom, New Diorama Theatre – Review
This irreverent jolly on the birth of Jesus is laugh-out-loud funny, and was a great way to see in the Christmas period.
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Widowers’ Houses, The Orange Tree Theatre – Review
A really enjoyable production of one of Shaw’s least celebrated plays. Entirely successful and highly recommended!
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A Christmas Carol, The Puppet Theatre Barge – Review
A unique and magical way to experience Dickens’ classic Christmas tale.
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Raymondo, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
A real page-turner, read with warmth and humour.
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Peter Pan, Polka Theatre – Review
An efficient show that gets the story told, but never really touches the heart.
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A Christmas Carol, Pleasance Theatre – Review
With tighter acting and more comedy this could be a great show.