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Interrogating Instruction: 'An Oak Tree' Returns to the Young Vic After Two Decades
An Oak Tree challenges conventional theatrical forms, offering a rich meditation on grief, belief, and the alchemy of performance.
Emma Todbjerg
Jun 63 min read


Flawed Characterisation Handicaps Ewan McGregor’s Return to the West End: Reviewing 'My Master Builder' at the Wyndham's
★★ | The curtain rises on architect Henry Solness (Ewan McGregor) striding onstage to deliver a speech upon the unveiling of his latest...
Ashley New
Jun 25 min read


A GB Shaw Classic Comes to Life at the Garrick Theatre: Reviewing Imelda Staunton's "Mrs Warren's Profession"
Dame Imelda Staunton's dramatic range is complemented by her daughter Bessie Carter’s portrayal of a staunch demeanour undercut by flickers of hesitation.
Rex Heng and Gillian Choy
May 262 min read


Ed Fringe Sweethearts Take on the American Military and LBJ: In Conversation with Xhloe and Natasha
“[A Letter to LBJ] calls the audience to question their own nostalgia and lets us look people in the eye while they do so," the duo says.
Dan Ramos Lay
Mar 275 min read


The World or the Soul? 'Retrograde' Is a Portrait of a Legend: Apollo Theatre Review
This show is both a tribute to Sidney Poitier and a provocation to artists in times of political upheaval. Ivanno Jeremiah is impressive.
Er Kay Lynn
Mar 243 min read


Rewritten 'Dear England' Scores in Tackling Gareth Southgate's Rise and Fall: National Theatre Review
As a play about Gareth Southgate's drive to redeem himself to his sport and his country, 'Dear England' is a gripping, moving achievement.Â
Arianna Muñoz
Mar 223 min read


The Legendary Bard For A New Generation: Reviewing 'Playing Shakespeare's Macbeth' at the Globe
Considering it was the first time I understood the plot in its entirety, I believe it managed to increase the accessibility of Shakespeare.
Ashley New
Mar 204 min read


Re-interpreting 'The Seagull' for the 21st Century with Broken Wings and Billy Bragg: Barbican Theatre Review
Cate Blanchett’s Arkadina upholds equal parts grace and comedy and captures our respect. She wields absolute command over the stage.
Ashley New
Mar 146 min read


Through the Ranks: Reviewing ’Richard II’ at the Bridge Theatre
★★★★ | When Jonathan Bailey takes his place upon the throne as Richard II, he is sprawled across the grand chair, exuding the effortless...
Emma Todbjerg
Mar 84 min read


Choosing Change in This Journey to the 'Otherland': An Almeida Theatre Review
Bush delves into the complexity and breadth of experiences that exist within womanhood itself; this is a deeply affective watch.
Ashley New
Mar 75 min read
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