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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As You Like It, The Albany – Review
William Shakespeare A Transport Production Directed by Douglas Rintoul ★★ Pros: This is a different take on a classic Shakespeare comedy. Certainly good for those who know the story well and like to see a new perspective on the play…
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Tomorrow’s Parties, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
The devised nature means it’s a totally different performance each night – but as a result it manifested itself merely as an interesting acting exercise rather than anything particularly entertaining.
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The Collective Project, Camden People’s Theatre – Review
Andrew Curtis, Will Howells, Mike Carter, Joseph Lidster, Guleraana Mir, Jo Pockett, Polly Churchill and Kate Webster Directed by Neil Sheppeck, Chris Lawson, Gavin Dent, Richard Jacques, Saraha Ford, Madelaine Moore, Bryony Thomas and Laura Kim ★★★ Pros: Every short…
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Romantic Fools, Canal Café Theatre – Review
Outrageous and dynamic parody on relationships, dating, marriage and meeting that special person.
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The Door, Park Theatre – Review
Cherise CrossDirected by Amy Draper★★★★ Pros: During this psychological thriller, one is never bored or frustrated at not having all the information to hand. Cons: If you like everything spelt out for you, you might find the mystery more irksome…
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Head-Rot Holiday at The Cockpit – Review
Sarah Daniels Directed by Bryn Williams ★★★ Pros: The strength of the play is in the three patients. By presenting individual stories it personalises the issue of mental health, which is otherwise too easy to ignore. Cons: A tough watch…
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Chalk Farm, Bush Theatre – Review
Chalk Farm is a thought-provoking social commentary that should not be missed. Period.
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Siren Song, The Lion & Unicorn Theatre – Review
Written and directed by Lisa McMullin★★★ Pros: The live music, and some strong performances, particularly in the final act. There is also fun and clever wordplay in the script, providing lightness to what is a rather grim look at love…
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Y&P, Camden People’s Theatre – Review
Part of the DYSPLA Festival Devised through the WHITEBOX Development Process Directed by Pete Cain, Chryssanthi Kouri & Gary Thomas ★★★ Pros: Thought-provoking, with good use of projections and media. Cons: The timings are not very clearly billed. Our Verdict:…