FringeReview UK

1979

Political history told in Mamet-fast satire, imagined conversations and accurate stats. What could be more thrilling? 82 minutes later you won’t ask why this three-hander is like curing New Year’s hangover with Red Bull, ice, something illegal and a vodka chaser.

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23.5 Hours

A worthy successor to Never Not Once, almost from the other side of the glass, it makes Crim one of the most visible and exciting of US dramatists.

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Afterglow

It’s conquered both sides of the pond. Stunning, heartwarming, heartbreaking. We need this.

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Greenhouse Festival LAMDA Festival New Directors in association with Orange Tree

Every one of these productions could enjoy a run at the Orange Tree: they’re exciting and accomplished.

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Here in America

A must-see.

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Kunstler

An outstanding production persuading us such a self-narrating show can enthral as well as inform. A hidden gem.

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Machinal

This triumphant revival by Ustinov Studios and the Old Vic might finally encourage exploration. You must see this.

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Sanctuary

Christine Rose as dramatist is a name we’ll be hearing, with luck, very soon.

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The Comeuppance

Might prove the most lasting American drama about. emerging to a different world.

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The Good John Proctor

A valuable corrective to anticipate both real events and Arthur Miller’s take on Abigail Williams

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The Grapes of Wrath

Absorbing and essential, Grapes of Wrath is here as complete as you could wish.

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The Hot Wing King

Hall, following Nottage in particular, emerges as one of the most exciting US dramatists.

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The Silver Cord

A darkly thrilling masterpiece, given what might be its finest UK revival. All are outstanding and Alix Dunmore, and certainly Sophie Ward, should be up for some glittering prizes.

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The Voice of the Turtle

An exquisitely-faceted gem.

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