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Review: Cirque du Piano – 1 Piano, 3 Pianists, 6 Hands, 30 Fingers!
Piano gymnastics from three superb pianists
Review: Double Take
A mime show that, starting from a classical setup, reaches post-modern themes, daring to go outside the boundaries of classical miming.
Review: Do Astronauts Masturbate in Space?
A mature and hilarious dystopian fantasy that entertains and enrages in equal measure.
Review: Downward Spiral: The Benji’s Mind Show
A surreal late-night talk show staged inside a fractured psyche, blending absurd comedy with raw reflections on identity and belonging.
Review: Beggared in SA
With an unflinching eye and a stripped-back aesthetic, this is a taut gaze on South Africa’s social and political contradictions.
Review: Garry Starr: Classic Penguins
From the moment the large on-stage recliner turns to the audience, the vacuous Udderbelly theatre is full of laughter and joyful energy.
Review: Sophie’s Surprise 29th
The non-stop high-energy show features acrobats, dance, aerialists, clowns, and a roller skating routine that will knock your socks off.
Review: Orpheus and Eurydice
In this crowded field, how do you make this story stand out? Opera Australia came up with an answer — circus.
Review: GENDAI
A mesmerizing fusion of lasers, smoke, and dance that embodies the meaning of its name: modern, present, alive.
Review: The Drop of a Hat
An exceptional piece of Boy’s own drama that crinkles your stiff upper lip into wide grins.
Review: King
A high-octane solo show about a Singaporean woman discovering freedom and masculinity through her drag king alter ego.
Review: Sense & Sensibility
Austen fans can feel they’re delivered the story’s heft, if not all its socially pinched circumstance. It’s a small gem.
Review: Gimme A Sign!
A Highly Energetic, Humorous But Sensitive Combination of Comedy and Storytelling
Review: How to Win Against History
This is your chance to immerse yourself in an uproarious, flamboyant, flashy, lavish, and grandiose production about a little-known historical character that now you will never forget.
Review: 1, 2, 3. Shit. That’s my OCD.
Rhythmical, immediate, and cleverly structured, it’s gorgeous work on a strong mind trying to make sense of its landscape past and present.
Review: Frat
A stunningly riveting performance which asks questions and leaves the audience wanting more
Review: The Baker Street Ladies
A compelling performance which successfully transported us back in time
Review: The Sound of Water
Pertinent theatremaking addressing climate change through poetic storytelling.
Review: Euripides’ Iphigeneia in Tauris
Captivating, tense, moving, and laced with themes of violence, human agency and gender politics. A hidden gem.
Review: Twelfth Night
The most exuberant Shakespeare out there, and a summer last-blast to make Malvolio weep.
Review: Stefania Licari: I Can Make You Italian in 55 Minutes
A tasty, satisfying and very funny show served with just the right amount of Italian herbs and spice.
Review: Bernie Dieter’s Club Kabarett
Silly. Serious. Accepting. Enthralling. Terrifying. Magnificent.
Review: Balfour Reparations
An interesting theatrical deconstruction of what might happen in 20 years’ time if we wake up to what we did in Palestine.
Review: Michael Elsener: How to Live in Paradise
Swiss satire meets soulful storytelling in a sharp, multilingual journey through politics, identity, and paradise lost.
Review: Rooting, Ecology, Extinction and Environmental Emergencies
Thought provoking show with an ecological focus
Review: The Silly William Gambit
A fascinating story of a man heading towards Philadelphia whilst on a train playing chess no less than seven times.
Review: Ha
"leaves a lasting impression of skill, bravery, and thoughtful, disciplined theatrical craft"
Review: Last Rites
Physical theatre about ritual and grief. Imaginative, human, witty non-verbal Signed story.
Review: CADEL: Lungs on Legs
An inside look at cycling race Tour de France with a vibrant, dramatic story of cyclist Cadel Evans brought to life by Connor Delves, riding his bicycle for one hour!
Review: Seating Plan
Impressive performances by both Radford and Airey in this neat little two-hander.
Review: Lily Blumkin: Nice Try
A lively rummage through childhood memories and the colourful characters they inspire
Review: The Wild Washerwomen, Brighton Open Air Theatre
Ella Turk-Thompson has scored something special here.
Review: Agadez and Antonio Forcione: Queendoms Unplugged
New music through the inspiration and creative lens of two outstanding performers.
Review: The Oxford Commas: Aca-demic Weapons
Go spend an afternoon with the Oxford Commas. You will leave knowing more about this venerable part of English history but, more importantly, with a smile on your face and a song in your heart from these enjoyable entertainers.
Review: Josh Elton: Away With The Fairies
A cracking debut and well-rounded hour, brimming with charm, wit and personality.
Review: Pussy Riot: Riot Days
Pussy Riot: Riot Days is highly impactful. It is a must-see for people who care about history, freedom, and human rights. The performers are outstanding actors, vocalists and musicians. It is a completely gripping hour for anyone who wants to be fully immersed in a unforgettable story with very powerful music.
Review: The John Smith Show
An excellent show performed by a veteran of deaf stand-up comedy looking back at his adventurous career
Review: No Strings Attached – An A Cappella Love Story
A charming and engaging a cappella performance by a talented university ensemble
Review: A Series of Poorly Timed Questions
A curious, playful hour of questions that delight, unsettle and inspire
Review: Late Night Lehrer – with Caspar Phillipson
Sit back and enjoy an hour of laughs, insights, fabulous piano playing, biting humour, clever writing, impressive singing, and all-around charm with Danish film and TV star Caspar Phillipson. It is both intellectual and just rousing fun.
Review: Kaddish (How to Be a Sanctuary)
A bold, multi-voiced meditation on grief, justice, and Jewish identity, staged with striking theatricality.
Review: 15:10 To Yuma
An engaging personable show about growing up in the hottest place in the United States - Smith's got great stories
Review: Adrian Lukis Being Mr Wickham
There’s nothing more charming or endearing in the West End this summer.
Review: I’m Autistic – A New Musical
"I’m Autistic strikes the perfect balance between education, emotion, and experience, leaving us with an equally thought-provoking and entertaining production."
Review: Traces of Belief (Taiwan Season)
Simultaneously about "everything" without losing its peaceful quality, the show envelops us like a wave or a prayer
Review: Arthur Hull’s FLOP: The Best Songs From The Worst Musicals Ever Written
Arthur Hull is the real deal. Not a flop
Review: Henry Churniavsky… Life Lessons from a Jewish Grandfather (Zaida)
A warm, funny, and delightfully unfiltered hour from a seasoned Fringe comic.
Review: John Gibson: The Likes of Me
A blend of humour and heart in a thoughtful tale of class, identity, and the long journey to the Fringe.
Review: Cirque Kalabanté: WOW (World of Words)
Cirque Kalabanté is an hour of entertainment through the extraordinary physical feats of talented performers.
Review: Steffan Alun: Stand Up
An excellent hour: smart, heartfelt and genuinely funny. It’s not just comedy, but a joyful act of solidarity.
Review: The Family Copoli: A Post-Apocalyptic Burlesque Musical
Would you bring a child into a world like this?
Review: Daniel Cainer: Topical
A gentle, companionable hour of music and storytelling that feels like being welcomed into Daniel Cainer’s living-room.
Review: Her Raving Mind
An exploration of childhood emotional abuse and its long-lasting consequences
