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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Taking Flight Festival, New Diorama Theatre – Review
A sharp and engaging collection of relatable and moving stories from new writers.
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Dubailand, Finborough Theatre — Review
An interesting production punctuated with some impressive character dialogue. Worth seeing but could use some fine-tuning.
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Frankenstein, Greenwich Theatre – Review
There are so many excellent components to this newly adapted version of Frankenstein but unfortunately the direction lets it down.
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Henry V, Southwark Cathedral – Review
A brilliantly conceived adaptation.
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We Raise Our Hands In The Sanctuary, The Albany – Review
An ambitious play about the 1980s gay club scene underscored by a thrilling dance beat.
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An Offer You Can’t Refuse, The Hen and Chickens Theatre – Review
With no script or preparation the cast perform an hour-long show based on a crime suggested by an audience member.
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The Depraved Appetite of Tarrare the Freak, Wilton’s Music Hall – Review
Imagine Les Miserables meets Sweeney Todd done in the style of A Taste for Love (Dracula puppet comedy-rock opera at the end of Forgetting Sarah Marshall). If you are a fan of the weird and the wonderful you should definitely go…
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Focus Group, Ovalhouse – Review
Pros: Brilliant writing, excellent acting Cons: You have to be comfortable with audience participation to enjoy the show There are many reasons why I love Woody Allen. Not least of them is his rare gift of addressing profound existential issues…
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Cautionary Tales for Daughters, Jermyn Street Theatre – Review
An eclectic mix of cabaret, stand up and monologue add sparkle to an acutely observed performance.
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Necessity, The Bread and Roses Theatre – Review
Great for those who love explorations of marital drama.