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 Upstanding Member, Old Red Lion – Review
The Upstanding Member is a really funny play that had the whole audience in fits of laughter throughout!
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Operation Crucible, Finborough Theatre – Review
A poignant yet witty premiere of a beautifully written new play.
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Toynbee: Fragments of Other Lives and Times, Toynbee Studios – Review
A brilliant promenade performance that celebrates Toynbee Hall and Studios; its stories, past and present, at every twist and turn.
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Psychostasia, Old Cholmeley Boys’ Club – Review
The performance unfortunately relies heavily on two aspects that could do with improvement. The visuals are stunning but can’t quite make up for the rest. Interesting collaboration with lots of potential though.
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The Players Lab, St. Clements Hospital – Review
A Shutter Island experience of immersive theatre, with an old mental hospital as the setting! Make sure to always stay in the front of the group (and top of the stairs) to catch every scene.
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A Christmas Carol – The Musical, Tabard Theatre – Review
Grab a ticket and get filled with mulled wine and festive spirit. In the words of Charles Dickens and Tiny Tim, God Bless us, everyone one!
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Seussical The Musical, The Arts Theatre – Review
The cute but slightly canned production will be perfect for kids and families, but may be lacking for adult theatre fans.
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Gizmo Love and Three Little Birds, New Diorama Theatre – Review
Gizmo Love proves that screenwriting is a dangerous thing. It is literally fraught with blood, sweat and tears.
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Dick Whittington, Theatre Royal Stratford East – Review
This unabashedly wacky and high spirited take on a Christmas classic is lots of fun.
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Speed, Tristan Bates Theatre – Review
Not your usual lovey-dovey rom-com; this is a comedy about people and relationships with themes of culture, religion and sexuality intertwined. Expect comedic realism.