★★★ 'Six Serpents and a Tarantula' is a new play written and directed by Maryanna Clarke and presented by Old School Players. It is a Western, set in 1888 and told from a female perspective. On arrival we are greeted by four of the cast, all female and in character as brothel workers. A fifth … Continue reading Six serpents and a Tarantula at the Hen and Chickens (Camden Fringe)
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I Miss Amy Winehouse (WIP) at Etcetera Theatre (Camden Fringe)
Suchandrika Chakrabarti Slightly out of my element (but in a good way) I found myself reviewing a comedy show last night. 'I Miss Amy Winehouse' is the first solo hour from new comedian Suchandrika Chakrabarti and it is about how much she misses Amy Winehouse, there are quizzes and everything. Of course it is also … Continue reading I Miss Amy Winehouse (WIP) at Etcetera Theatre (Camden Fringe)
Glitch at the Vault Festival
For context, I had already agreed to attempt my first review of a recording of a show specifically for 'Glitch', this was before we went into full pandemic mode. Now, in an attempt to convince my brain that something is normal, I am writing that review. I'll be honest, my brain isn't 100% buying it, … Continue reading Glitch at the Vault Festival
Sonder at the Bread and Roses
Pictured: Annabelle Dodd & Eleanor de Rohan sonder, noun: the realisation that each random passerby is living a life as vivid and complex as your own 'Sonder' is a new play by Mimi Monteith. She also directs and produces the piece, and as any regular readers of my reviews will know (do people regularly read … Continue reading Sonder at the Bread and Roses
For The Sake of Argument at The Bridewell Theatre
Photo: Charles Flint. Ella May, Lucia France, Arthur Velarde, Ashleigh Cole, Greg Snowden and Henry Eaton-Mercer pictured. 'For the Sake of Argument' is a new play written and directed by Harry Darell, running at the Bridewell Theatre until 8th February. It is an ambitious if confused piece, that looks at the dangers of intellectual argument … Continue reading For The Sake of Argument at The Bridewell Theatre
Sex/Crime at the Soho Theatre
'Sex/Crime' is down to limited availability (if any) for remaining performances before it closes at the Soho Theatre on 1st Feb. Written by Alexis Gregory this is a pitch black comedy about sex, connection, violence and love. This two-hander stars Jonny Woo as A and Alexis Gregory as B. As the play opens B has … Continue reading Sex/Crime at the Soho Theatre
F**k Freud at the Tristan Bates
After a short and well received run as part of the Camden Fringe Festival, Lucio Veronesi's debut play 'F**k Freud' is running at the Tristan Bates until 7th December. Lucio Veronesi also takes the lead in this piece about Leone, a young Italian actor living in London and trying to make sense of life after … Continue reading F**k Freud at the Tristan Bates
The Engagement at the Bread and Roses
'The Engagement' is a dark tale based on a true story about the destructive power of alcoholism. Playwright James Alexander Allen worked with Wayne Liversidge to bring his experiences to life. Following a successful run in Brighton in 2018, this is 'The Engagement's London premiere. Allen is not afraid to lean into the darkness behind … Continue reading The Engagement at the Bread and Roses
Bed Seven at the Tristan Bates
Set in the 1950s, Bed Seven is a sweet and charming true-life love story. This two-hander stars Chloe Wigmore as nurse Patricia and Jesse Rutherford as Gerald, the resident of the eponymous Bed Seven. They also take on the roles of each other's respective parents, with these slightly out of frame voices providing important context … Continue reading Bed Seven at the Tristan Bates
Oh Yes Oh No at the Battersea Arts Centre
Last night I went to a relaxed performance of Louise Orwin's 'Oh Yes Oh No' at the Battersea Arts Centre. My expectations were high as I'd just seen the announcement on Twitter that it has been nominated in the Best Performance Piece category by the Offies. I was not disappointed. 'Oh Yes oh No' sparkles … Continue reading Oh Yes Oh No at the Battersea Arts Centre
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