60 minutes of genius writing that is not to be missed.
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Tamburlaine, Arcola Theatre – Review
Ng Choon Ping's forward-thinking production of this Marlowe classic struggles to overcome the limitations imposed by an insufficient cast and the Elizabethan language.
Read More »Suicide at Vine House, 52 Romney Street – Review
Pros: An alternative night out, in a house that’s a real treat for Grand Designs fantasists Cons: Far too long to support the story line presented I have never attended an immersive theatre show that lasted much longer than an hour. I believe there is a reason for this; a time limit creates stakes. Unfortunately, Suicide at Vine House clocks in at over two and a half hours and by the end of the show my enthusiasm was waning. Furnished with an address and ...
Read More »The Kid Stays in the Picture, Royal Court Theatre – Review
An exhibition of a performance. Fast paced and slightly overwhelming at times. Promises Hollywood drama and delivers it in spades.
Read More »Run, The Bunker – Review
A top notch play and incredible one man performance, all let down by issues with the staging. If you go, don't sit down the sides.
Read More »Normal, Styx Theatre – Review
Pros: Gripping plot, strong acting and beautiful design. Cons: The venue has character but is too wide for a psychological thriller and too cold for a winter evening. Can violence ever be considered normal? Is there a good enough reason to hurt an innocent? Can violence received justify the perpetration of further violence to others? These are some of the questions you might have in mind when you leave the Styx Theatre after watching Normal. This piece, written by Scottish playwright Anthony ...
Read More »The Bad Seed, Jack Studio Theatre – Review
A gripping story with a lightly witty start and a dark and devastating end.
Read More »Southern Baptist Sissies, Above the Stag – Review
A theatre with a charming sense of community; a sense that everybody is made to feel welcome here. This is a great night out for the theatre’s target audience, their friends and allies.
Read More »The Monkey, Theatre 503 – Review
An unmissable show from an exciting writer that explores drugs and violence with truly compelling results.
Read More »Made In India, Soho Theatre – Review
A finely honed piece of theatre that deals sensitively with a plethora of human difficulties and is delivered by the cast to a remarkable standard.
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