Photo: Robert Day. Jack Flammiger and Roger Alborough pictured Set in 1957 'Cops' tells the story of 4 very different Chicago police officers who, despite their differences, need to find a way to work together. There are broader plot elements, involving the mob, bringing an informant in, and trying to root out an internal mole, … Continue reading Cops at the Southwark Playhouse
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The Canary and the Crow at the Arcola Theatre
Photo credit: The Other Richard. Rachel Barnes, Daniel Ward & Laurie Jamieson pictured Founded in 2011 Middle Child have a bold vision for the future of theatre, and it is focused on revolutionising theatre audiences. How can you change the world with theatre, if only a small, privileged section of that world is watching it? … Continue reading The Canary and the Crow at the Arcola Theatre
JEW…ish at King’s Head Theatre
Photo credit: Samuel Kirkman. Pictured: Edie Newman & Saul Boyer Unleash the Llama's 'JEW...ish' is a show that explodes into life from its opening moments. This is not your standard ROM COM or Break Up comedy, far from having a formula, it plays with story telling conventions in a mischievous and engaging way that adds … Continue reading JEW…ish at King’s Head Theatre
The Girl with Glitter in Her Eye at the Bunker
Credit: Victoria double. Anna Mackay, Naomi Gardener & Modupe Salu pictured 'The Girl with Glitter in her Eye' opens with our cast of 3 moving across the stage with distinctly alien movements, they are the Furies who have brought us together in order to judge Helen for what she has done to Phil. Movement director … Continue reading The Girl with Glitter in Her Eye at the Bunker
Antigone at the New Diorama
Photo credit: Ali Wright. Annabel Baldwin and Rachel Hosker pictured With her version of the Antigone story, Lulu Raczka has infused this well known tale with youthful vigour. Focusing on the relationship between Antigone and her sister Ismene, she gives a fresh perspective on this well known tragic tale. The focus shifts, so we see … Continue reading Antigone at the New Diorama
The Edit at Theatre 503
Photo credit: Sabina McKenzie Brown. Jamie Wilkes and Serena Manteghi photographed. My first show of 2020 took me to Theatre 503 in Battersea for Sarah Gordon's debut play 'The Edit' which runs until 11th January. To start off I want to comment on Lydia Denno's beautiful design for the piece. The set (ignoring a malfunctioning … Continue reading The Edit at Theatre 503
A Christmas Carol at Middle Temple Hall
Photo credit: Scott Rylander Last night was my first time seeing Antic Disposition's adaptation of A Christmas Carol, now in its 5 season in the atmospheric setting of Middle Temple Hall. I can understand why this has become a Christmas staple,playing to packed audiences across the Christmas season. In fact, having done a quick check … Continue reading A Christmas Carol at Middle Temple Hall
Getting Over Everest at the Hope Theatre
As I headed to the Hope Theatre for my penultimate show of 2019, I already suspected I was in for a treat, as 'Getting Over Everest' had already secured an Offcomm Short Run Commendation. I have to say, having had the great pleasure of hooting with laughter at many points during this wonderful new comic … Continue reading Getting Over Everest at the Hope Theatre
Little Miss Burden at the Bunker Theatre
Photo credit: Kofi Dwaah, Ani Nelson, Said Ahmed and Michelle Tiwo pictured (from left to right) 'Little Miss Burden' fizzes with energy and charm. With this powerful piece of new writing, Matilda Ibini fuses the colloquial and poetic, with modern cultural references to create a moving, grounded and honest piece about growing up black, female … Continue reading Little Miss Burden at the Bunker Theatre
Mandy Picks a Husband at the Canal Cafe Theatre
Photo credit: Jody Christopherson, Amanda Broomell pictured Trauma, comedy and playfully adapted song lyrics are brought together by Amanda Broomell to create 'Mandy Picks A Husband', her solo show inspired by her own Instagram experiment. Unafraid to get personal, we journey through Mandy's romantic history, as Broomell shares her story with a disarming and engaging … Continue reading Mandy Picks a Husband at the Canal Cafe Theatre
