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All The Little Lights, Arcola Theatre – Review
A moving presentation of an expertly written and directed piece of new theatre on a very challenging topic.
Read More »Vixen, The Vaults – Review
The best opera I've seen in years. Unmissable.
Read More »The Children, Royal Court Theatre – Review
A relevant and thought-provoking 2016 kitchen sink drama from a theatre that can be relied upon to present the best in new writing.
Read More »Russian Dolls, King’s Head Theatre – Review
This is a must-see production: not only for its skill and artistry, but for its exploration of our culture.
Read More »My Eyes Went Dark, Finborough Theatre – Review
A thought-provoking and accomplished new play brought to vivid life in a high-quality production.
Read More »Dream of Perfect Sleep, Finborough Theatre – Review
Sweet, sombre, heart-warming portrait of an elderly couple’s last days on Earth.
Read More »Johnny Got His Gun, Southwark Playhouse – Review
Amid the current hype over centenary celebrations, this WWI drama carries an alternative and relevant message for today and delivers it superbly.
Read More »Fiji Land, Southwark Playhouse – Review
Despite its powerful visuals and intriguing premise, this allegory of a pot plant nursery as a concentration camp fails to engage or provoke.
Read More »Nothing is the End of the World (Except for the End of the World), Finborough Theatre
Bekah Brunstetter Directed by Max Pappenheim ★★★ Pros: Well-fleshed out drama chronicling the highs and lows of adolescence complimented by a solid cast and highly original staging. Cons: A tad repetitive in places and occasionally suffering from a case of over-inflated teenage angst. Our Verdict: Provocative, snappy dialogue from a bright emerging American playwright who is definitely a talent to keep an eye on. Courtesy of the Finborough Theatre Bekah Brunstetter has a knack for creating the kind of dialogue ...
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