OMG! The PR Agency ‘Rize’ has been accused of being ‘ableist’ so the big guns have been brought in to do something about it. Shall we embark upon a course of action involving fact finding, learning and improvement? No, of course not. Let’s make some money. Enter unscrupulous, blind talent manager Tim (Samuel Brewer) who has a cunning plan. He manipulates and uses blind influencer Ross (Aarian Mehrabani) to use his disability for some money-making schemes. So, posting on the ...

This magnificent piece of storytelling comes to life in the hands of a brilliant cast, and the coming of age tale will resonate with many an audience.

A funny, slightly absurd combination of rom‐com, apocalyptic drama and self‐reflection.

Bittersweet, original, and maybe a turn too quirky.

Joe White Directed by Josh Roche ★★★★ Pros: A beautiful piece of theatre. Thoughtful and creatively presented. Cons: Not enough Shubham Saraf! Our Verdict: One of the most interesting and original new plays at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2013 – now in London. Courtesy of Fat Git Theatre Specie is the latest offering from Fat Git Theatre, a company that aims to challenge contemporary perceptions of ugliness. The show is a meaningful contribution to the debate, full of verve and ...

Ben AitkenDirected by Josh Roche★★★★ Pros: An all-round, very strong piece which deftly explores the harmony (or lack of) between self-identity and circumstance. Cons: I couldn’t see the benefits of making this show site-specific. Our Verdict: A very absorbing, intriguing narrative which is relevant to anyone living in Britain in 2013. Courtesy of The Old Red Lion Although the title refers to a place, this play is about people and the complex factors defining who we are. It delves into ...

Fat-Git Theatre, adapted from the novella by Peter MortimerDirected by Josh Roche★★★ Pros: Dark, quirky comedy, well acted, smooth and simple design. Cons: Sometimes hard to follow. Thought provoking, but ultimately unrewarding. Our Verdict: An equally entertaining and unsettling piece inviting questions about the safety and dangers of solitude, but failing to create a completely connected story line. Courtesy of Fat-Git Theatre It’s not an uncommon trope in modern theatre to have actors, like scenery, preset onstage as the audience ...