Wednesday, December 27, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
We asked our review team to nominate their 2017 theatre highlights. Sophie Adnitt nominated her favourites.
This post My 2017 Theatre Highlights – Sophie Adnitt first…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 08:11AMThursday, December 7, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
Dizzyingly joyful, expertly crafted and with a smart social conscience, it’s safe to say that this is the Carol to see this Christmas.
This post REVIEW: A Christmas Carol,…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 07:27AMWednesday, November 8, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
With it’s eerie echoes of today’s top news stories, Mother Courage and her Children makes for some thought-provoking viewing. Add in a show-stealing performance from Law…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 12:57PMFriday, November 3, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
A sharp shot of highly creative storytelling, Heather is well worth a visit to witness just what can be achieved with any limitations
This post REVIEW: Heather, Bush Theatre…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 12:13PMFriday, October 13, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
A rare production that has both style and substance, Stephens and Chekhov have made a winning match.
This post REVIEW: The Seagull, Lyric Hammersmith ✭✭✭✭✭ first …
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 07:22AMTuesday, September 12, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
With its tidy ending and compact narrative, The Knowledge is satisfying enough, but capable of so much more than is ever delivered.
This post REVIEW: The Knowledge, Charing …
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:36AMSaturday, September 2, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
9 to 5 is best when it revels in its own high camp and allows itself to be gloriously over the top.
This post REVIEW: 9 to 5, Upstairs At The Gatehouse ✭✭✭✭ first a…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 11:47AMWednesday, July 12, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
Dominated and ultimately hindered by its unfortunate subtext, Bodies leaves its audience feeling uneasy for all the wrong reasons.
This post REVIEW: Bodies, Royal Court Thea…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 10:36PMFriday, July 7, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
The Scar Test is a striking piece, with deeply unsettling moments that will remain with the audience for a long time afterwards.
This post REVIEW: The Scar Test, Soho Theatr…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 07:19AMThursday, July 6, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
A fond and affectionate parody, Instructions for American Servicemen in Britain guarantees laughs and nostalgia in spades.
This post REVIEW: Instructions for American Servic…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 07:26AMMonday, May 22, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
An incredible showcase of talent, The Color Purple in concert is impossible to walk away from without feeling deeply moved.
This post REVIEW: The Colour Purple In Concert, C…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:20AMTuesday, April 25, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
Poor translation, vague concepts and an undramatic source material all make for a dispiriting and slightly uncomfortable fare.
This post REVIEW: The Braille Legacy, Charing …
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 10:20AMTuesday, April 18, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
A deeply affecting story with moments of dark humour, Guards at the Taj is an excellent choice of a premiere for the newly renovated Bush Theatre.
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SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 05:48AMSunday, March 12, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
The laughs come thick and fast through the ensuing chaos, and with some stand out comedic performances, it seems like there’s still plenty of life in Molière’s old Mise…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 04:20PMSunday, February 26, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
A witty and very enjoyable look at the world of star casting, The Understudy is a must see for those involved in the theatre business and those curious about behind the scen…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 10:38AMWednesday, February 8, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
With its strong cast, impeccable design, timely subject matter and a solid script, School Play could easily become one of the surprise gems of 2017. Now is the time to see i…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:24AMSaturday, January 14, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
Ultimately, Abigail comes across as a confused thing, hindered by just too many good ideas in too short a time. Good production helps redeem the play to a degree, but all in…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 06:39AMMonday, January 9, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
There’s no new ground broken in this interpretation, but everything done is done well and is full of clever ideas for building the world of the play with limited resources…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 07:50PMSunday, January 1, 2017
By Sophie Adnitt
We asked our reviewers to take a look at 2016 and to nominate some stand out productions for 2016. Sophie Adnitt replied with the following:- An Inspector Calls (Play…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 07:32PMMonday, December 5, 2016
By Sophie Adnitt
Jest End returns to Waterloo East with a new, updated show which takes all the musicals you know and love, and tears them to pieces.
This post REVIEW: Jest End, Waterloo Eas…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 04:20AMSaturday, November 12, 2016
By Sophie Adnitt
The entire production is a fascinating interpretation, and completely lives up to its ‘landmark’ hype. In these times of political upheaval, Priestley’s reminder that …
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 12:49PMSaturday, October 22, 2016
By Sophie Adnitt
Bowie was a fascinating figure, with aspects of his work and image that make for rich pickings when it comes to creating a show. Unfortunately what From Ibiza to the Norfolk…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 10:44AMSunday, October 9, 2016
By Sophie Adnitt
Despite this, there are quality performances on offer and an intriguing plot. The gradual descent of Nick from hero to scoundrel in Constance’s estimations is very well do…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:31AMFriday, October 7, 2016
By Sophie Adnitt
Overall, Getting Better Slowly’s main strengths lie in its performers and the sheer amount of heart in its story. It takes place in a small world, but ultimately one that …
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 10:39AMMonday, October 3, 2016
By Sophie Adnitt
Girls is confrontational without becoming prosecutorial, heartfelt without becoming unbelievable. With powerful writing and equally strong performances, Girls is a must see …
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:02AMFriday, September 9, 2016
By Sophie Adnitt
All in all, [title of show] is simple, straightforward entertainment and an affectionate look at the process of just putting on a performance. As the characters, themselves …
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 06:25PMFriday, September 2, 2016
By Sophie Adnitt
For such an explosive opening, the surprisingly muted ending of Unfaithful leaves its audience unsatisfied and full of questions. Whilst commendable for Cusack and Campion�…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 04:42AMFriday, August 12, 2016
By Sophie Adnitt
Easy, very funny, but ultimately underwhelming, Steel Magnolias is perhaps best left to the admirers of the film.
This post REVIEW: Steel Magnolias, Hope Theatre ✭✭✭ …
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 04:27PMSaturday, August 6, 2016
By Sophie Adnitt
Despite its moments of clumsiness, this is a well-designed and finely acted production, and is worth a trip for the atmospheric venue alone. An interesting adaption, while T…
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 07:10AMSaturday, July 30, 2016
By Sophie Adnitt
Nothing is conclusive in Rotterdam, but then again nothing is constant either. In this port city, where everyone is either arriving or leaving, the audience is simply given …
SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 07:37AM 
