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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Scottish Widows, White Bear Theatre – Review
Four well written and original monologues that tweak funny bones and heart strings alike.
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Dead At Last, No More Air, Camden People’s Theatre – Review
This black comedy about the death of theatre may be of interest to some fringe theatre enthusiasts, but is difficult to engage with and may leave general audiences with a headache.
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A Trick To Catch The Old One, Rose Theatre – Review
This excellent production shows that Elizabethan/Jacobean theatre isn’t limited to Shakespeare. Jolly good fun!
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The Belinda Tree, St. James Theatre – Review
A moving storyline, brought to life by imaginative direction and top class performances from an up-and-coming cast.
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Richard III, The Cockpit – Review
Smoothly spoken and well paced, this production overcomes its weaknesses with powerful performances.
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Yesterday’s Tomorrow, Drayton Theatre – Review
A mixed bag - the portrayal of a gay relationship in the army worked, but the portrayal of war left a lot to be desired.
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Gone to Get Milk and Women’s Tales, Blue Elephant Theatre – Review
A beautiful show that provides an accessible way into modern dance and physical theatre for those less familiar with the genres.
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Alice in Wonderland, The Selkirk Upstairs – Review
Whimsical, colourful, and entertaining! A charming production that is fun for both kids and parents.
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A Small Family Business, National Theatre – Review
Overall the play seems torn between making a statement and being funny, but the great performances and set easily make up for that.
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Foreplay, King’s Head Theatre – Review
You don’t have to be a brainiac to enjoy this psychosexual thriller. An entertaining look at the private lives and ideas of some of the greatest minds of the postwar central European generation.