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Review: I’m Not Being Funny at the Bush Theatre explores grief, laughter, and the things we say when time feels short.
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Review: if you are of an age where parents’ belongings and siblings’ long memories are beginning to feel like a calendar appointment, Arthur Miller’s The Price at Marylebone Theatre will hit closer to home than you might expect.
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Review: Warm, witty, and unexpectedly moving, I’m Sorry, Prime Minister at the Apollo is the reunion you didn’t know you needed. Griff Rhys Jones and Clive Francis bring Hacker and Sir Humphrey back with all their pomposity and charm intact
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Review: Morgan Lloyd Malcolm’s psychological thriller, Wasp, returns to London with two outstanding performances exploring class, trauma, and the lasting damage of our school years.
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Review: this Doll’s House adaptation feels uneven but Romola Garai’s performance is a compelling reason to watch
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Review: Clint Dyer’s reimagining of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest at the Old Vic is a stirring reimagining that tackles institutional power and land loss with grace.
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Review: A rare, intimate Showstopper that captures the company at its most immediate and inventive.
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Review: Teeth ‘n’ smiles is a fierce revival of Hare’s play, driven by Rebecca Lucy Taylor’s raw and magnetic performance.
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Review: Alexis Gregory’s Smoke powerfully explores chemsex, mental health, and isolation in the LGBTQ+ community, prompting vital discussions.
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Review: Sorry (I broke your arms and legs) presents a hilariously fresh viewpoint on the adolescent school experience, via Powerpoint
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Review: Down to Chance at the Pleasance Theatre. A poignant, masterly look at Genie Chance, the voice of the 1964 Alaska quake. A deft tribute to the lifeline of radio and human resilience.
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Review: Mike Bartlett’s play “Cock” explores identity and love with raw performances in an intimate setting, provoking thought on desire and connection.
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Review: Please Please Me at Kiln Theatre explores Brian Epstein’s profound legacy, balancing his personal struggles with his impact on The Beatles’ success.
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Review: Heart Wall is a poignant exploration of home, grief, and unresolved family secrets
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Review: In the Print offers a gripping portrayal of the 1980s Wapping dispute, showcasing accomplished performances and insightful commentary on industrial conflicts.
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Review: Arthur Miller’s “Broken Glass” at the Young Vic explores personal and societal denial amidst rising anti-Semitism, though pacing and casting issues persist.
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Review: Flyby at Southwark Playhouse showcases technical skill but struggles with too many ideas and a toxic relationship narrative.
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Review: Hoopla celebrates 20 years of improv, evolving from pub nights to a thriving theatre, honouring its rich heritage and diverse community.
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