A fascinating historical drama

Paper Balloon artistic director Alex Kanefsky tells us about bringing the company's Anglo-Russian holiday tale 'Once Upon a Snowflake' to the Chelsea Theatre.

A confronting, challenging and compelling adaptation that engages with love and domesticity to evoke a keen sense of discomfort.

There’s only one word that you could really use to describe this show: fabulous!

This big-hearted story about the importance of meeting your friends halfway is perfect for the festive season (despite probably being the least Christmassy show around right now).

Brutal, almost dehumanising production that raises more questions about comedy than it is able to answer.

An actor takes on a script they have never seen before - a fascinating idea but a bit heavy-handed in practice.

This is the perfect seasonal treat for the family. A classic Christmas tale with a jazzy twist, filled with music and a penguin who could very well be Louis Armstrong. It is not often a show gets three-year-olds interested in theatre, and adults will have a wonderful time too!

Good old fashioned scary fun (minus any gore if you’re worried), and an innovative set design, makes this play a must-see for dark wintery nights in the Capital. 

Tony Diggle Directed by Matthew Gould★★ Pros: A simple, cheerful story that is easy to follow in a homely and friendly atmosphere.  Cons: The predictable storyline and the actors’ strange, unnecessary facial twitches. Our Verdict: A romantic comedy that would have benefited from a little more of both romance and comedy. Courtesy of Castlebar Productions Cycling for what seemed forever down posh but quaint King’s Road in Chelsea, as the traffic thinned and the trees became more abundant, made me feel ...