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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Botheration, Hen & Chickens Theatre – Review
An overall enjoyable line-up with great potential, a good mix of physical and intellectual comedy that can sometimes slow down a bit but remains fun nevertheless.
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Revolution Farm, Newham City Farm – Review
A really accessible production of a modern classic - a great way to introduce younger audiences to the works of Orwell and get them thinking about the structure of societies and the nature of government.
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Troilus and Cressida, Tristan Bates Theatre – Review
This is cutting-edge Shakespeare, don’t miss it. Lazarus’ work epitomises the spirit of fringe theatre.
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Dirty Promises, Hope Theatre – Review
A haunting, albeit brief, tale of all-consuming love, control and obsession.
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Madame Bovary, The Hope Theatre – Review
Forget your high school thoughts of Madame Bovary, and dive into a fresh look at Gustave Flaubert’s classic. Banal realism is turned on its head as the classic characters satirise the humdrum of daily life in this dark comedy.
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Acis and Galatea, Arcola Theatre – Review
A delightful production of this pastoral opera.
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Buttons, The Space – Review
An admirable blend of puppetry and storytelling from two relaxed and likeable performers.
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Werther, Arcola Theatre – Review
Glyndebourne can wait – this beautiful production of the tragic story of Werther and his beloved Charlotte will move you to tears.
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The Long Road South, Hope Theatre – Review
An admirable attempt to explore American racial politics that falls short.
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Dead In The Water, Hen and Chickens Theatre – Review
A good show with some catchy songs, but needs some streamlining to make the plot easier to follow.