Pros: A tense, thought-provoking story with strong, dedicated actors and a neatly crafted design. Cons: The studio is a small, claustrophobic space, which might unnerve some. Occasionally, the timeliness of a production not only has an effect on the play, but also on the audience; its content hits close to reality, making us stop and think. Tess Berry-Hart’s bold new drama Cargo, playing at the Arcola Theatre, does just that. Cargo is an 80-minute thriller, with no interval, presenting a portrait of ...

Still raw and still relevant, Cathy shines a light once again on the misconceptions surrounding poverty and homelessness.

A remarkable night of theatre exploring the tragic life of Judy Garland.

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One not to miss. A night of fun filled laughter, with exceptionally clever direction and great performances all round.

The Merchant of Venice is a thrillingly tangible production full of community spirit.

A strong effort to challenge stereotypical theatre and provide a less comfortable viewing experience, favouring the apprehension and suspense it instils. Good performance built on a weaker foundation of plot.

An interesting but isolated story of the unseen atrocities of the ‘homosexual cure’ in Third Reich occupied Denmark.

This understated production lacks depth, passion and dramatisation; with disappointingly dull and disconnected performances.

A powerful and provocative show that should be mandatory viewing for anyone who is, was or has forgotten what it’s like to be thirteen.