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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When We Embraced, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
A lesson in the perils of talking to people, instead of with them. Unfortunately all this talk did not succeed in communicating truth, or offering insight.
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Solo Two, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
An honest yet unconventional look at human connections.
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The Love and Devotion of Ridley Smith, Old Red Lion Theatre – Review
An uneven production with both excellent elements and decidedly clunky bits.
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Odd Shaped Balls, Etcetera Theatre – Review
A searing one man show - Chris Sheridan stuns in this moving play about a gay rugby star.
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Fred and Madge, Hope Theatre – Review
A dated play that spends much time stating the obvious. An interesting analogy that hasn't been worked out as much as it deserves.
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Backstage in Biscuit Land, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
A fantastic, hilarious and genuinely inspiring show that challenges the limits of theatre.
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The Greene Card, The Space – Review
A heart-warming, engrossing show from a strong new addition to London's theatre scene.
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Another F*cking Variety Show, London Wonderground – Review
Stylish cabaret-style fun with Lili and friends in a gorgeous venue.
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The Liberation of Colette Simple, Jackson’s Lane Theatre – Review
A charmingly staged and well performed first project for new musical theatre innovators, Spatfeather.
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Mass (work in progress), Camden People’s Theatre – Review
An interesting discussion about the place of religion in the modern day, but needs a little more development before coming to fruition.