Pretty set, actors give it all they’ve got, but limp writing and absence of humour means this is one farce that never truly makes an entrance.
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Loot, The Park Theatre – Review
Side holdingly, eye wipingly funny, gloriously uncut production of a rarely staged masterpiece of humour and language.
Read More »Our Man in Havana, Pleasance Courtyard – Review
Pros: A perfectly executed adaptation of Graham Greene’s novel, with endlessly inventive choreography and the best use of a vacuum cleaner you’ll ever see on stage. Cons: None – it’s a solid all-rounder. Have you ever seen a vacuum cleaner become a coat stand, a bar, a phone and a dog? All these are possible, and many more transformations too, in Our Man in Havana, by Spies Like Us. Here, the household prop, which is sold by a vacuum salesman ...
Read More »Tape Face, Garrick Theatre – Review
A mime comedy show blending the styles of Buster Keaton and the Marx Brothers, Tape Face provides a selection of updated, not-so -silent film, silliness.
Read More »Potted Panto, Garrick Theatre – Review
Pros: It’s funny, clever and there’s something for everyone. Your children will be uncontrollably giddy upon exit. Cons: Jaw ache from laughing (and your children will be uncontrollably giddy upon exit). It’s safe to say that my seven-year-old and I are now thoroughly in the festive spirit after enjoying this frantic and funny, 80-minute performance, celebrating the beloved art of pantomime. Potted Panto is back for the Yuletide season and no tradition, innuendo (safely floating over the heads of the little ...
Read More »Camden Fringe: The Alternative Fringe that Should be on your Radar
Sarah Tattersall puts a spotlight on the Camden Fringe and which of its shows you should be booking for this month.
Read More »Interview with Comedy Duo Noah & Jordan
Sarah Tatersall talks to comedy duo Noah & Jordan about their comedy partnership and upcoming show at the Camden Fringe Festival.
Read More »Jerks in Progress, Etcetera Theatre – Review
A hit and miss sketch show.
Read More »Duck Flu, Etcetera Theatre – Review
If you're a fan of Elf Lyons' stand-up comedy you'll enjoy the humour, but don't look for a profound theatrical experience.
Read More »The Museum of the Robot Pussycats, Etcetera Theatre – Review
Bodes well for the Fringe 2015!
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