A relevant and thought-provoking 2016 kitchen sink drama from a theatre that can be relied upon to present the best in new writing.
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Foreign Goods Last Forever, Theatre 503 – Review
Amazing concept, but poor execution. With more rehearsal, this show will be something really special.
Read More »Before It Starts, Mirth Marvel and Maud – Review
Pros: Some graceful physical theatre in a vivacious 30’s venue. Cons: A confusing mix of themes and impersonal performances across the board. Some 13 years after the EMD Granada cinema closed to the public it has finally reopened, giving the people of Walthamstow and afar a lively 1930’s inspired hangout. It is now the home of Mirth, Marvel and Maud offering an eclectic assortment of music, food and theatre. What could be any better? Being a lover of all things ...
Read More »Still, Ovalhouse – Review
Bold and intelligent, this play is an experience unlike any other though a few aspects and ideas fall flat.
Read More »Dido & Aeneas: Remixed, Redbridge Drama Centre – Review
Perfect theatre for those who enjoy hauntingly beautiful love stories.
Read More »I Call My Brothers, Gate Theatre – Review
A play about terrorism that approaches a hot topic with lukewarm arguments.
Read More »The Worst Was This, Hope Theatre – Review
Shakespeare’s greatest hits with a hint of Frankenstein make for an innovative and entertaining new take on the Bard’s work.
Read More »An Inspector Calls, Playhouse Theatre – Review
A well realised production with excellent staging and strong performances which feels more timely now than ever.
Read More »F*cking Men, The Vaults – Review
Pros: Superb cast, strong script and beautiful direction Cons: Unavoidable noise from outside the venue I had the pleasure of seeing this play in 2009 during one of its numerous sold out runs at the wonderful Kings Head Theatre in Islington. I then bumped into some friends at this year’s Edinburgh Festival who had just seen it on the Fringe, so I went again. I’ve now had the delight of seeing this fantastic play for a third time as it ...
Read More »Bits of Me are Falling Apart, Soho Theatre – Review
Edmondson’s performance is worth seeing, even if the narrative lacks drama.
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