Reviews
Reviewing is at the heart of what we do. Here you’ll find all the reviews that our wonderful team have written. If you want to find something more specific, why not pick a genre of show instead from the menu.
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Fire in the Machine and DenMarked, Battersea Arts Centre — Review
These two excellent, very different shows make for an evening full of variety.
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Swifties, Theatre N16 – Review
A self-indulgent and disturbing profile of two Taylor Swift fans on the edge of a mental breakdown.
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I’m Gonna Pray For You So Hard, Finborough Theatre – Review
Fine acting, fine script, intimate venue, even a pub downstairs, everything that good theatre should be.
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Darwin’s Tortoise, Cervantes Theatre – Review
An amusing and thought provoking play in a comfortable venue with friendly staff.
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Handbagged, Jack Studio Theatre – Review
Pros: Funny and moving at times, with nostalgic moments for an older audience. Plenty of talking points. Cons: Heavy on text, light on action. Younger audience members might not feel engaged. I really like the Brockley Jack Theatre. It’s a…
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Hamlet, Almeida Theatre – Review
Andrew Scott gives a commanding and convincing performance in this powerful updated production.
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Siren, The Vaults – Review
A funny and touching two-hander about serial killers, would you believe it!
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The Importance of Being Earnest, Bridewell Theatre – Review
Considering the brilliance of the script, I did not laugh as much as I had hoped.
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Noh Time Like The Present, LSO St Luke’s – Review
Pros: A rare opportunity to appreciate a form of theatre which has been performed without interruption since the 14th century. Cons: As with anything out of the ordinary, this show can be quite challenging to follow, due to the lack of…
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Lizzie, Greenwich Theatre – Review
Pros: Blistering score, faultless vocals and a mesmerising story. A well produced and executed piece. Cons: Not a family friendly show, with some disturbing scenes and strong language. Upon introduction to the concept of this musical, I was sceptical as to…