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 Secret Letters of Gertie and Hen, New Wimbledon Studio – Review
Over two-and-a-half hours long, this new play is still very much work in progress and would benefit from a drastic pruning.
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Arcadia, Bridewell Theatre – Review
Humble but well accomplished production of one of the best plays of the 20th century.
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The Sleeper, The Space – Review
Poignant and thought-provoking play which invites us to look at the refugee problem from the refugee’s perspective.
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Lovebites, White Bear Theatre – Review
More musical revue than musical, this show offers an evening of light entertainment in its exploration of the universal theme of love.
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Relentless Unstoppable Human Machine, CircusFest 2018 at the Roundhouse – Review
Pros: A concept that is highly technical and inventive. The show features gorgeous live music with a multi-talented, engaging cast. Cons: There is something not quite right about the narrative pacing. Some of the acts don’t build the sense of anticipation that…
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Plastic, Old Red Lion Theatre – Review
This magnificent piece of storytelling comes to life in the hands of a brilliant cast, and the coming of age tale will resonate with many an audience.
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Death of a Hunter, Finborough Theatre – Review
Passionless and to a certain degree dull solo play about the last hour in the life of American writer Ernest Hemingway.
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Devil With The Blue Dress, The Bunker – Review
A great concept that never quite takes shape, but instead left this audience member cold.
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Bury the Hatchet, Theatre N16 – Review
Combining music, storytelling and meta-theatre, this is an ambitious piece with some loose ends.
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Pressure, Park Theatre – Review
A powerful true story about the importance of weather in wartime.