RED BUS LONDINIUM Reviews

  • Review: Maggots, Bush Theatre ★★★★ 

    Review: Maggots at the Bush Theatre explores the hidden human cost of urban neglect, revealing the fragile connections between community and storytelling in contemporary society.

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  • Review: BIGRE / “Fish Bowl”, Sadlers Wells ****

    Review: Bigre “FishBowl” at Sadlers Wells offers intelligent physical comedy and sharp social satire, capturing relatable awkwardness through clever characters and intricate scenography.

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  • Review: Friends! the Parody Musical, New Wimbledon Theatre, ***

    Review: FRIENDS! The Musical Parody blends nostalgia and comedy but falters in balancing tribute and satire, appealing largely to devoted fans.

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  • Review: Ebony Scrooge, Sadlers Wells East ****

    Review: Sadler’s Wells presents a vibrant Caribbean-inspired remix of A Christmas Carol, showcasing dynamic choreography and a fresh narrative twist.

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  • Review: Sunny Afternoon, (on tour), New Wimbledon Theatre, ***

    Review: Sunny Afternoon at New Wimbledon Theatre celebrates the Kinks’ legacy, blending captivating music with the band’s complex story for an engaging experience.

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  • Review: After Sunday, Bush Theatre ★★★★ 

    Review: After Sunday at the Bush Theatre explores the intersection of Caribbean identity and a failing psychological care system, highlighting trauma, resilience, and human connection.

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  • Review: The Ecstasy of Hedy Lamarr, New Wimbledon Theatre, ****

    Review: The Ecstasy of Hedy Lamarr showcases her journey as an actress and inventor, highlighting her impactful life and achievements.

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  • Review: Not your Superwoman, Bush Theatre ★★★★½ 

    Review: Not Your Superwoman captivates audiences with its exploration of generational dynamics in a Guyanese immigrant family, promising a West End transfer.

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  • Review: Tentacle Tribe: PRISM, Sadlers Wells East ****1/2

    Review: Tentacle Tribe’s Prism captivates with vibrant movement and reflections, creating a unique, immersive dance experience without a traditional narrative.

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  • Review: The Gardening Club, New Wimbledon Theatre ****

    Review: The Gardening Club is a compelling musical exploring women’s rights through humour and emotion, set against a vibrant 1960s backdrop.

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  • Review: Black Power Desk , Brixton House ****

    Review: Black Power Desk is a poignant musical debuting in Brixton, blending 1970s Black British protest with personal narratives, inviting audience engagement.

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  • Review: How to be a Dancer in Seventy-two Thousand Easy Lessons, Sadlers Wells East ****1/2

    Review: “How to Be a Dancer in 72,000 Easy Lessons at Sadler’s Wells East explores choreographer Michael Keegan-Dolan’s life through vivid narratives and dance.”

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  • Review: Make Me Feel, Bush Theatre (Young Company) ★★★

    Review: The Bush Theatre’s production “Make Me Feel” showcases the Young Company’s talent, tackling pertinent themes around communication and mental health, culminating in a powerful, engaging performance.

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  • Review: R.O.S.E., Sadlers Wells East ****

    Review: R.O.S.E. at Sadlers Wells merges nightlife with contemporary dance, featuring DJ Call Super and captivating performances by Sharon Eyal’s dancers, encouraging audience participation.

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  • Review: Inside Giovanni’s Room, Sadlers Wells East ****

    Review: Phoenix Dance Theatre presents a captivating dance adaptation of Baldwin’s Giovanni’s Room, exploring timeless themes of identity and societal expectations.

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  • Review: Just for one day, Shaftesbury ****

    Review: “Just For One Day” is a vibrant tribute to Live Aid, examining its legacy and challenges with engaging performances and powerful music.

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  • Review: Miss Myrtle’s Garden, Bush Theatre ★★★★½  

    Review: Miss Myrtle’s Garden is a poignant play about memory loss, explored through Myrtle’s relationships, blending humour and deep emotion effectively.

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  • Review: Tending, Riverside Studios ****

    Review: Tending powerfully voices the experiences of NHS nurses, highlighting their sacrifices and struggles during the Covid-19 crisis through poignant theatre.

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