Pros: The show’s imagination, creativity and atmosphere are outstanding examples of how to bring a classic to life. Cons: Some may find the flashing lights, loud metal music and smoke a bit much. Wilton’s Music Hall is a charming piece of history. It is the oldest surviving music hall in the world and its exposed and crumbling bricks, distressed walls and creaky floorboards make it the perfect venue for a classic piece of art to come to life in modern form. ...
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Antigone, The Hope Theatre – Review
A haunting, passionately performed, and accessible all-female adaptation of a Greek tragedy.
Read More »What I Learned From Johnny Bevan, Soho Theatre – Review
This is a whirlwind hour of delectably angry poetry that tells a pertinent story and is delivered with an enthralling vigour.
Read More »Happiness is a Cup of Tea, Vault Festival – Review
A courageous performance of a deeply emotional theme, told with a unique voice. Annie McKenzie’s creative exploration of grief, relationships and purpose is a show to look out for, and with some bolder stylistic decisions, could become unmissable.
Read More »Firebird, Trafalgar Studios – Review
This is a brave, well-intended and well executed production: the creative team are clearly invested, highlighting the issue of child abuse in a meaningful way.
Read More »One Festival Programme A, The Space – Review
A marvellous visual journey to the moon, guided by a talented physical performer.
Read More »The Devil Speaks True, Vault Festival – Review
This attempt at immersive theatre is well-intentioned but unfortunately lacks clarity of message
Read More »Mirrors, Rosemary Branch Theatre – Review
An amusing, well paced show that would benefit from a more coherent theme or plot to steer the audience through the various threads and thoughts.
Read More »Hamlet, The Rose Playhouse – Review
A powerful abbreviated Hamlet, set in the haunting (yet chilly!) archaeological dig of the Rose Playhouse.
Read More »Four Play, Theatre503 – Review
A fun play which takes a modern approach to the subject of relationships in the 21st century. It rarely flags as it flies through its 80 minutes.
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