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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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.
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Will, The Rose Playhouse – Review
This is a truly unique piece of theatre, which incorporates modern dance and song to tell the moving story of young William Shakespeare’s life.
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Junk, Little Angel Studios – Review
An endearing show which, while it entertains and amuses, educates children and serves as a reminder to the rest of us.
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Ouroboros, Rosemary Branch Theatre – Review
A fast-paced dark comedy that uses physical acting and impersonation to expose a narcissistic and harmful mindset.
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An Abundance of Tims, The Bread & Roses Theatre – Review
Original and enjoyable show by one man (and two speakers!) which offers an interesting view on self-reflection and the play-within-the-play theme.