RED BUS LONDINIUM Reviews

  • Review: Sorry (I Broke Your Arms and Legs), Pleasance Theatre, ★★★★ ½

    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, Pleasance Theatre ★★★★

    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: Cock, Colab Theatre ★★★★★

    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, Kiln Theatre ★★★ ½

    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, Bush Theatre ★★★ ½

    Review: Heart Wall is a poignant exploration of home, grief, and unresolved family secrets

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  • Review, In The Print, King’s Head Theatre ★★★★

    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: Broken Glass, Young Vic  ★★★½

    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, Southwark Playhouse ★★½

    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! 20th Anniversary, RH and friends ★★★★★

    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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  • Review: Lifeline, Southwark Playhouse ★★★

    Review: Lifeline at Southwark Playhouse blends Alexander Fleming’s story with contemporary antibiotic resistance, delivering a heartfelt, albeit overextended, narrative.

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  • Review: Lighthouse, Courtyard Theatre ★★★½

    Review: Lighthouse, a gripping play by Early Doors Productions, explores isolation and human complexity amid the dramatic setting of lighthouse keepers.

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  • Review: John Proctor Is A Villain, Royal Court ★★★★

    Review: John Proctor is a Villain re-examines Arthur Miller’s classic, blending teenage struggles and contemporary issues

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  • Review: A Mirrored Monet, Charing Cross Theatre ★★

    Review: A Mirrored Monet at Charing Cross Theatre is a visually stunning exploration of the costs of artistic obsession, with a little light missing.

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  • Review, Yentl, Marylebone Theatre, ★★★★

    Review: Kadimah’s Yentl at Marylebone Theatre authentically revives Singer’s story, exploring gender and faith with contemporary relevance and emotional depth.

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  • Review: Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, Lyric Hammersmith ★★★★

    Review: Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, a collaboration of Jocelyn Bioh and Monique Touko, brilliantly showcases community and culture at Lyric Hammersmith.

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  • Review: Welcome to Pemfort, Soho Theatre ★★★★

    Review: Welcome to Pemfort, a new play by Sarah Power. A pretty gift shop hides a much darker story with no easy answers.

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  • Review: Waitress Musical, New Wimbledon Theatre ★★★★★

    Review: The 2026 Waitress UK tour celebrates its tenth anniversary, featuring Carrie Hope Fletcher as Jenna at various theatres across the country.

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  • Review: Choir Boy, Stratford East ★★★★

    Review: Choir Boy at Stratford East compellingly explores identity and legacy through music and drama, delivering a powerful, moving theatrical experience.

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