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.
-
From Here to Eternity , Shaftesbury Theatre – Review
Harvey’s direction may lack a bit of punch but it delivers a tremendous amount of fun and frolics. Brilliant, good-feel, swinging musical.
-
Roots, Donmar Warehouse – Review
A sublime production that has historical resonance and, more importantly, says something about our relationship with our families.
-
Liza (on an E), Lyric Theatre – Review
There’s no doubting that Trevor Ashley is one of the best Liza Minnelli impersonators out there and fans of hers will no doubt love every second of this.
-
Othello, National Theatre – Review
William Shakespeare Directed by Nicholas Hytner ★★★★ Pros: One of the clearest productions of Othello I have seen. Had the whole audience on the edge of their seat for the whole 3 hours and 15 minutes. Cons: Rory Kinnear plays…
-
A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Noel Coward Theatre – Review
William ShakespeareDirected by Michael Grandage ★★★★★ Pros: A lavish, contemporary, comical production with an outstanding cast. The relatable interpretation succeeded in bringing this play full of fairies and spells to a wide and appreciative audience. Cons: I’m grasping at straws,…
-
War Horse, New London Theatre – Review
Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford Directed by Marianne Elliot and Tom Morris ★★★★★ Pros: A stunning play packed with emotion, talent and humanity. Cons: The ending moment perhaps lacked some of the emotion it had been built up to…
-
Inside Wagner’s Head, Linbury Studio Theatre, Royal Opera House – Review
Part of the Deloitte Ignite Festival 2013 Written and performed by Simon Callow Directed by Simon Stokes ★★★★ Pros: Witty, well-pitched and refreshing taste of classical music. Cons: It’s difficult to find any. Price of tickets is a little high…
-
The Pride, Trafalgar Studios
by Alexi Kaye Campbell Directed by Jamie Lloyd ★★★ Pros: The acting is very strong, and there is a nice balance between drama and humour. Cons: With the exception of one scene, there is little action or movement on stage.…
-
The Same Deep Water As Me, Donmar Warehouse
Nick PayneDirected by John Crowley ★★★★ Pros: Great writing that will have you laughing all evening. Cons: The joke! I’m saying no more. The ending might not feel right to everyone. Our Verdict: Humour applied to an unsavoury element of…