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 London Short Play Festival, Tea House Theatre – Review
Although there was potential in all three plays, a few weak links in the cast let the night down.
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Secret Theatre, Secret Location, East London – Review
Wonderful site-specific venue, but the performance was unconvincing.
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All My Sons, Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre – Review
This production opens our eyes to the unique tools that theatre has at its disposal to bring stories closer to the audience.
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Positive, Waterloo East Theatre – Review
A very honest and surprisingly funny exploration of a difficult topic. Current and extremely relevant to a 2014 audience.
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Hunger, E5 Bakehouse – Review
An endearing show with a very tasty reward at the end.
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American Boy, Sadler’s Wells – Review
This humorous performance is engaging and fun, and would have benefited from delving more deeply into its more interesting elements.
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Fings Ain’t Wot They Used T’be, Theatre Royal Stratford East – Review
A barnstorming update of a musical showcasing the unique talent of Lionel Bart.
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LineUp, Greenwich Theatre – Review
An excellent, relatively risk-free chance to get to know some new playwrights.
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Limbo, London Wonderground (Southbank Centre) – Review
This funky, gritty, sexy, and modern version of the traditional circus provides a unique evening of summer entertainment at the Southbank!
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Paula’s Story, Chickenshed – Review
Incredibly moving. Telling Paula's story through the eyes of her family is an effective method of showing their strength and love.