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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Then, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
An evening that will have you fondly reminiscing and maybe pondering about things yet to come. Sadly there are no more performances planned at present but this must surely be a temporary glitch.
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Fairytales for Grown-ups Season 2, The Forge Camden – Review
Witty asides, audience interaction and plenty of comedy will keep you engaged, but perhaps not inspired.
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Angel and Now We Are Pope, The London Theatre – Review
An intense but enjoyable evening well suited to The London Theatre's intimate environment.
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Ordinary Days, London Theatre Workshop – Review
If you are a fan of (Broadway) musicals performed lovingly and skilfully this will be right up your street.
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Puffball, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
A well-intentioned and charming performance but fails to develop into a fully satisfying show in its current shape.
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An Awfully BIG Performance, Chickenshed Theatre – Review
A truly magnificent display of emotional love and physical talent underpins Chickenshed’s inspirational community work. Simply stunning.
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Hedda, Sutton House – Review
This skillful adaption of Ibsen’s masterpiece provides a sumptuous night out in one of London’s top heritage houses. Hedda’s private anguish is portrayed though an exquisite use of film, photography, the digital space and live theatre.
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Shame, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
A thought-provoking and visually stimulating performance inspired by the feeling of shame.
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A Tale From The Bedsit, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
A warm-hearted story about learning how to stand on your own two feet. With delicious biscuits.
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(Merely) Romeo & Juliet, The Cockpit Theatre – Review
It is nice to see a new approach to Shakespeare, but this production slightly misses the mark.