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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Matryoshka’s Journey, Baron’s Court Theatre – Review
A worthy piece of experimental theatre, inventively directed and amusing overall, but slightly let down by some difficult changeovers and occasional rushed acting.
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The Domino Heart, Finborough Theatre – Review
Simple, honest storytelling with intelligence and plenty of (no pun intended) heart.
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The Cement Garden, VAULT Festival, Waterloo Tunnels – Review
Super cool venue and a quality production, I just hope you’re (somehow) sitting comfortably!
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Spark, VAULT Festival, Waterloo Tunnels – Review
Some good new writing, but it wasn’t entirely clear why the piece has been revived into the modern day.
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I Love You Because, Theatro Technis – Review
An admirable attempt at a West End-style musical production but with clear limitations in its narrative and technical aspects.
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Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, The Vaults – Review
Altogether a well-rounded evening in an interesting venue; it felt like an experience rather than just a performance.
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Bear, Old Red Lion Theatre – Review
Well-written, beautifully performed, and a good mix of comedy and drama.
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Carthage, Finborough Theatre – Review
A thought-provoking, darkly witty and unflinching comment on the care system. Book your tickets right now!
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Threshold (Part of Resolution! 2014), The Place – Review
A promising piece, both startling and mesmerising in its imagery, with a soulful narrative that will ignite audiences’ imaginations.
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Doctor Selavy’s Magic Theatre, New Wimbledon Studio – Review
Once you get past trying to figure out what’s going on, and instead just relish in the show’s wackiness and unpredictability, it becomes a highly enjoyable piece of musical theatre.