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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Strindberg’s Women: ‘The Stronger’ and ‘Storm’, Jermyn Street Theatre – Review
A well-constructed duo, but ultimately let down by lacklustre content.
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A Doll’s House, Secret location in London – Review
A confronting, challenging and compelling adaptation that engages with love and domesticity to evoke a keen sense of discomfort.
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Still Ill, New Diorama – Review
Pros: Brilliant cast, sustained rhythm and a clear script Cons: Although the play is perfectly delivered, the theme is such that the show might seem a bit too long Inside the New Diorama Theatre there are orange seats and a…
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Orca, Southwark Playhouse – Review
A confident debut production with some hard-hitting moments – I just wish the difficult questions posed by the play had been wrestled with in more depth.
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The Last Five Years, St James Theatre – Review
The Last Five Years is an emotional and powerful musical, artistically depicting the ups and downs of a relationship, told from two perspectives.
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Follow Suit, Camden People’s Theatre -Review
The failings of big business are exposed without a word of polemic in this subtle, hilarious and ultimately shocking exposé of the world of high finance.
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Merryville, Camden’s People’s Theatre – Review
Perfect for anyone who enjoys music and comedy. Would recommend to anyone who wanted to know what it’s truly like to be a young adult in London.
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Harold and Broad, The Pheasantry – Review
Pros: Both Harold and Anita are incredibly talented, with voices that can transport you and evoke strong emotions. Cons: There were a few slip ups by the pair, but as Harold said, “Hey, it’s cabaret!” You won’t find a grander…
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Fool for Love, Found111 – Review
A sensuous and energetic direction of a quintessential American play about nomadic life and love that will transfix your attention.
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The Acedian Pirates, Theatre503 – Review
Jay Taylor's debut play about war shows great promise and is a tribute to the Theatre503 Playwriting Award of which this was previously shortlisted.