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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Ruddigore, The King’s Head – Review
The Charles Court Opera Company nail this production with finesse. It is lots of fun and will put a smile on your face!
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Hamlet, Cockpit Theatre – Review
A novel setting gives the Bard’s most performed play fresh impetus.
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Time for Heroes, Barons Court Theatre – Review
An authentic and heartfelt drama about friendship, love, and war from one of London’s most talented young writers.
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Songs of Lear, BAC – Review
Truly remarkable craft, but fails to capture completely.
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Britain’s Best Recruiting Sergeant, Unicorn Theatre – Review
This inspiring story of the life of Vesta Tilley is excitement and exhilaration from start to finish.
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John and Jen, Drayton Arms – Review
A strong cast do their best with a book that tries to do too much.
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Ablutions, Soho Theatre – Review
Powerful performances make this a memorable and entertaining production, mixing comedy and pathos, mime and soliloquy.
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If I Cover My Nose You Can’t See My Face, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
A lively, funny and interesting spoken word storytelling performance.
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London Tales, Rich Mix – Review
A multi-faceted production that makes us want to learn more about the London that we are missing.
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Lie Collector, The Vaults – Review
A superb, laugh-out-loud riot of a show!