Reviews
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Misanthrope, Camden’s People Theatre – Review
Pros: Very entertaining and well acted performance which reminds us how relevant Molière’s plays still are today. Cons: The political point that Furlong tries to make is forced and doesn’t fit the play. In his preface to Tartuffe, Jean Poquelin, better known…
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Olaf, Barons Court Theatre – Review
Pros: Good to see an early Ibsen being staged. Cons: Early Ibsen sags in the middle. Ottisdotter Productions bring their focus to lesser known and obscure plays that emphasise the role of women in society. Having last been presented at London’s…
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Legally Blonde – The Musical, New Wimbledon Theatre – Review
A fun, fabulous feelgood show that will take you waaaaay over your daily recommended dose of sugar.
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Breaking Out Season: Kiss Chase & Guy, The Bunker – Review
Pros: The second show, Guy, is enough to make the whole evening worthwhile Cons: With such contrast between the two shows, a question mark has to be put over the decision to schedule these on the same evening The Bunker’s…
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Machinal, Almeida Theatre – Review
Pros: A brilliantly constructed set is a visually stunning accompaniment to the play. Cons: The disappointingly clipped nine episode format slows the plot down far too often for its own good. The Almeida is one of my favourite theatres so I pounced…
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Left My Desk, New Diorama Theatre – Review
Pros: Brilliant and politically sensitive script, fantastic cast and great direction Cons: Nothing to report A joint research report from Community Care and UNISON from 2016 found that social workers are suffering increasing emotional distress and verbal abuse in their routine work…
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The Yellow Wallpaper, Omnibus Theatre – Review
Pros: Subtle shifts in tone and mood lace a darkly disturbing atmosphere through a beautifully crafted performance. Cons: Less is definitely more, but I would have relished the tension being cranked up even more! Charlotte Perkins Gilman’s The Yellow Wallpaper…
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The Unbuilt City, King’s Head Theatre – Review
A wonderfully acted two-hander with expansive dialogue allowing the characters to develop and flourish.
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Smack That (a conversation), The Barbican – Review
Pros: Inventive and inclusive dance theatre. A moving and necessary exploration of domestic violence. Cons: While the piece’s educational mission can’t be faulted, it could have explored the psychology of the subject matter more creatively. ‘Welcome to the party!’ Music…
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Henry – A Tudor Musical, Cecil Hepworth Playhouse – Review
Amateur in name only, this musical can’t fail to delight an audience seeking a night out without having to venture into central London.