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The Other Place, Park Theatre – Review
Pros: A tremendous lead performance by Karen Archer. Cons: Although billed as a psychological thriller, it’s neither surprising nor subtle enough to properly fit that bill. The Park Theatre is modern, comfortable, and only a couple minutes’ walk from Finsbury Park station. Also, they have pizza. Why don’t more theatres do pizza? It’s two of my favourite things in the world, combined. The Other Place focuses on Juliana Smithton, a high-flying neurologist whose life starts to unravel when she is diagnosed ...
Read More »Old Fools, Southwark Playhouse – Review
Poignant and thoughtful depiction of a couple where one of them suffers from dementia at a young age.
Read More »Interview: Matthew Seager on ‘In Other Words’
Actor and playwright Matthew Seager discusses 'In Other Words' at The Hope Theatre and the power of music.
Read More »Mrs Horton’s Finger, Ovalhouse – Review
An engrossing piece of work-in-progress devised theatre, filled with fun and creative promise.
Read More »Lost In The Neuron Forest, Camden People’s Theatre – Review
An interesting, interactive and engaging production on a growing issue and very topical subject that many of us would prefer to turn away from.
Read More »Tea With Mamgu, The London Welsh Centre – Review
A Heartwarming approach to dementia's effect on family and friends, but ultimately lacking a bit of depth.
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