I love theatre, both on and off the stage. I’ve reviewed shows for Everything Theatre and Official Theatre, and interviewed artists for local radio.
Review: Bat out of Hell the Musical
When I took my seat to watch Bat out of Hell the Musical, I willingly put all pre-conceptions aside, ready for whatever this production was going to bring. A single spotlight on the stage, a voice tearing through the auditorium “I remember everything!!!!’, and we’re off to a good start…
Review: Beautiful Thing
It’s been a long time since I’ve set foot in a theatre and I’m sure I don’t need to explain why - the last year or so has not been what you’d call ‘recreational’.
So imagine my delight when I discovered I could watch theatre from home and yes, even review it.
Supporting theatre during lockdown
The last twelve months have been a struggle for many industries and the arts are no exception. Whilst the end of lockdown may (hopefully!) be in sight, it will take time before those theatres which are able to reopen are fully ‘back on their feet’.
So what can we theatre-lovers do to help?
Screwing up Shakespeare: Why imperfect theatre is so great
Some years ago, during a production of Macbeth at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre in Stratford-Upon-Avon, one of the actors missed his entrance. I don’t remember the exact cue line but it was something like “and behold, he comes!”… and he didn’t.
Theatre’s magic is becoming a numbers game
Following Andrew Lloyd Webber’s socially distanced test event at the London Palladium last week, discussions have arisen around the importance of having a full auditorium. It seems theatre looses some of it’s magic, when a significant chunk of the audience is missing.
Interview: Kit Redstone, writer of TESTOSTERONE
Interview with Kit Redstone, writer of TESTOSTERONE
Review: TESTOSTERONE
TESTOSTERONE is an award-winning collaboration between Rhum and Clay Theatre Company and Kit Redstone. I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Kit, so when I went along to the ‘pay what you can’ showing at Hertford Theatre, I had some idea of what to expect… or at least, I thought I did!
Interview: Elise Davison, Artistic Director of You’ve Got Dragons
Interview with Artistic Director Elise Davison, of Taking Flight theatre company, about their accessible play for children, You’ve Got Dragons.
Review: Romeo and Juliet
A classic story, told with excitement, passion and originality. Review written for Everything Theatre
Review: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
A fresh portrayal of a classic play; great fun for everyone. Review written for Everything Theatre
Review: Wonderland
An entertaining, moving and memorable piece. Review written for Everything Theatre
Review: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Last week, I had the privilege of joining Laughing Buddha and the bloggers of London, for the Dirty Rotten Scoundrels digital press night, at the Savoy Theatre.
Review: Billy Elliot The Musical
Last night, I had the privilege of joining the #LDNTheatreBloggers to review Billy Elliot The Musical at the Victoria Palace Theatre, courtesy of Official Theatre.
Review: The Flying Roast Goose
A highly imaginative, moving and poignant drama. Review written for Everything Theatre
Review: Archimedes’ Principle
A provocative, challenging piece of drama, with real depth and a creative delivery. Review written for Everything Theatre