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.

Everything Theatre13 August 2013
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Camden Fringe: An Insomniac’s Guide To Ambulances, London Jewish Cultural Centre

Part of Camden Fringe 2013Rachel Creeger and Aryeh MyersTime2shine Productions ★★★ Pros: Enjoyable and entertaining, lots of emotional material and some interesting directorial decisions. Cons: Bare set and props make the show feel a bit raw Our Verdict: An interesting and enjoyable…
Everything Theatre12 August 2013
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Camden Fringe: The Philosopher’s Tale, Tristan Bates Theatre

Part of the Camden Fringe 2013Fauzia RahmanDirected by Chris Hislop★★★ Pros: A highly amusing play with a standout performance by Anthony Curran. Cons: The big reveal at the end felt a little rushed. Our Verdict: The play could do with…
Everything Theatre12 August 2013
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Camden Fringe: Four Femmes on the Thames, Canal Cafe Theatre

For lovers of musical theatre and cabaret, the Four Femmes on the Thames deliver a joyful evening of hilarious musical numbers.
Everything Theatre12 August 2013
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Camden Fringe: Stag Nation, The Colonel Fawcett

Part of the Camden Fringe 2013Kat Wootton★★★ Pros: An interesting idea and very funny. Cons: Doesn’t fully develop what is a lively and unusual concept. Our Verdict: A funny, clever take on the morning after the night before. Courtesy of…
Everything Theatre12 August 2013
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Camden Fringe: Chris is Dead, Etcetera Theatre

by Vicki BaronPresented by Empty Photo Theatre★★★ Pros: The theme of death is sensitively dealt with and dark comedy is peppered throughout the performance. Cons: I was left wanting more of a conclusion from the characters’ clashing relationships. Our Verdict: An…
Everything Theatre11 August 2013
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CommonWealth, Almeida Theatre

Roz Wyllie Directed by Caitlin McLeod ★★★ Pros: Timely look at the world of the privileged few. Cons: Not really sharing anything new. Our Verdict: An enthusiastic bunch of young and brave performers. Courtesy of Almeida Theatre I was very impressed by…
Everything Theatre11 August 2013
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Camden Fringe: A Girlband, The Pirate Castle

Part of the Camden Fringe 2013Written and directed by Samantha Ng-Knight ★★★ Pros: Plenty of amusing moments and obvious parallels to groups like The Sugababes and The Spice Girls. Cons: Certain characters, perhaps, could have been more roundly developed. Our…
Everything Theatre11 August 2013
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Black T-Shirt Collection, Battersea Arts Centre

A one-performer show it is, but one with a superb storyline that will keep you entertained and will have you moved all way through.
Everything Theatre10 August 2013
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As Is, Finborough Theatre

William M. Hoffman Directed by Andrew Keates ★★★★ Pros: Seamless staging and impassioned acting. Cons: Almost zero, although being ultra-picky, I’ll say there was scope for the emotional scenes to be cranked up even more. Our Verdict: A virtually faultless production, with…
Everything Theatre9 August 2013
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Camden Fringe: The Hard Comedy: Offline, Canal Cafe Theatre

Part of the Camden Fringe 2013The Hard Comedy Troupe★★★ Pros: Funny and culturally relevant sketches are brought to life by a wickedly talented and engaging ensemble. Cons: The Hard Comedy’s material is intended for YouTube, and while the live show…