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 Wolves of Willoughby Chase, Jack Studio Theatre – Review
So entertaining, so fun, so worth a visit!
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Into the Numbers, Finborough Theatre – Review
Pros: Whilst Elizabeth Chan and Timothy Knightley head the cast, Amy Molloy’s portrayal of Minnie Vautrin, a missionary in Nanking, is a show stealer. Cons: Besides the bleakness of the topic, at times the show can be a little muddled and…
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Bananaman the Musical, Southwark Playhouse – Review
A silly and uplifting bundle of joy for all those children trapped in thirty-something bodies.
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Rapunzel, Chickenshed – Review
An original fairy tale adaptation with a catchy musical score. Ideal for a family who want a West End experience without the big price tag.
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Slava’s Snow Show, Royal Festival Hall – Review
Pros: You’re unlikely to see anything quite like this anywhere else. happily its uniquely irresistible Cons: Anyone looking for any kind of clear narrative or thematic structure will be left bewildered, and probably pretty disappointed Standing in the auditorium of…
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The Book Of Darkness & Light, Camden People’s Theatre – Review
Competent collection of original Gothic stories with violin accompaniment.
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The Wedding Reception, Kingsway Hall Hotel – Review
A piece of immersive theatre where the audience is part of a surprise wedding party for a pair of unsuspecting newly-weds.
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Thark, The Drayton Arms – Review
P.G. Wodehouse this is not, but there are plenty of moments of frothy enjoyment to be had here.
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How to Win Against History, Young Vic – Review
A fresh, funny and fantastic new comedy musical that shines amongst London’s theatre
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Nine Lessons and Carols for Godless People, Conway Hall – Review
A great evening that demonstrates that science isn’t just for geeks, that snowflakes should only have six sides and that hedgehogs are very lucky.