West End/ SOLT venues
We’ve expanded our definition of West End to include those big venues that whilst not physically in the West End, budget wise are very similar. Think of places like Southbank Centre or Royal Albert Hall. Generally these are the venues that are members of the Society of London Theatre and eligible for all the big award ceremonies. Whilst we don’t attend lots of these shows, now and again it’s fun to savour the glitz and glamour they can offer.
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Becoming Hattie, Leicester Square Theatre – Review
A wonderful reminder of the Carry On genre, and a genuinely affecting performance from Ashley Christmas in the title role.
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This Is Living, Trafalgar Studios – Review
This Is Living is a funny, emotional and very clever production with a simple but effective set and strong cast.
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DiaoChan: The Rise of the Courtesan, Arts Theatre – Review
A breath of fresh air, this well-constructed and intoxicating play deserves a full house every night!
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Blue on Blue, Tristan Bates Theatre – Review
A production that bravely addresses issues some theatre-makers wouldn’t dream of handling, and worthy of all the coverage it receives.
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My Mother Said I Never Should, St James Theatre – Review
Pros: A bright script, with some sparkling one liners and an excellent cast, led by the redoubtable Maureen Lipman. Cons: Although it pays tribute to the strength and stoicism of women, the story doesn’t really pick up the equality issues to…
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In the Bar of a Tokyo Hotel, Charing Cross Theatre – Review
This is one of Williams’ lesser produced works – you’ll probably need to be a fan of the writer, or of the theatrical epoch that the work typifies, to enjoy it.
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What I Learned From Johnny Bevan, Soho Theatre – Review
This is a whirlwind hour of delectably angry poetry that tells a pertinent story and is delivered with an enthralling vigour.
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Firebird, Trafalgar Studios – Review
This is a brave, well-intended and well executed production: the creative team are clearly invested, highlighting the issue of child abuse in a meaningful way.