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Review of ‘Otto & Astrid: The Stages Tour’: “Parody rock act is a joke of a show”
It is what it is. And at least I got a free bag of Cheerios at the end (that was a tasty snack). I’m not saying that was the highlight of the evening, but it’s not like this faux German emo sibling couple made the strongest impression on me — and certainly not the happiest.…
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Review of ‘Alice In Wonderland’ (2026, Riverside Studios): “Eye-catching production is shrunk by tweedle-dull performances”
It wouldn’t be the first time a show becomes successful for its visuals and its visuals alone. But this one isn’t the case. There’s praise to be given to this cute yet average adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s literary classic. But there’s some reprimand to do as well. And albeit proportionate for the most part, sometimes…
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Review of ‘Trainspotting, The Musical’: “H-themed show appropriately scores below an F”
Ignore the negativity. It’s probably sugarcoated. Nothing you have heard or read can prepare you for this show’s deplorable quality. And that concerns every single aspect of it. If you value your time and, most importantly, your well-being, I must urge you not to watch it. It is that bad. You won’t be touched —…
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Writer and performer Abigail Weinstock talks upcoming show ‘Giraffe’: “Masking is such a big part of the autistic experience”
Inspired by her own personal accounts, the actress and comedian brings humour and drama to this year’s Edinburgh Fringe through a semi-autobiographical play exploring queerness, neurodiversity, and self-acceptance. Guillermo Nazara chats with the performer to learn more about the show’s development and how its celebration of individuality makes a difference. How does it feel to…
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Review of ‘FLOP!’: “Broadway parody cabaret is in tune with its goal, but don’t get too carrie-d away “
I know what you’re thinking. It’s like the title is begging me to be scathing. But that’s not what’s happening today. I shan’t be giving a glowing review either, I must warn. Although there is potential, it’s still a long way from becoming the uproarious cabaret parody it aims to be — or that it…
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Christine Lahti talks London transfer of ‘The Smile of Her’: “I’m hoping people take a lot of inspiration for a more equitable future”
Following its original New York run, the Academy Award-, Emmy-, and Golden Globe winner debuts on the London stage with this intimate biographical show that reflects on her personal journey and her family through the lens of social justice. Guillermo Nazara chats with the actress to learn more about the piece’s development and what makes…
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Review of ‘The Oresteia’ (Bridge Theatre, 2026): “Modern remake of ancient classic is equally immortal”
This is the kind of play you should avoid at all costs if you’re not looking to be shocked. Or gripped. Or pleasantly aghast. It will not feature ancient deities or unpronounceable names. But it will still capture the spirit of the original (no pun intended). With a contemporary setting, Simon Stone’s adaptation of Aeschylus’s…
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Review of ‘HOLE!’: “Weak arse-nal turns promising comedy into a bummer”
It’s exactly what you’re thinking about. Why you were thinking about it is between you and your therapist, however. But yes — this is a show about orifices. The kind we all have. The kind we all use. And the kind some of us have learned to use in a different yet pleasurable manner. Not…
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Review of ‘Tender’:”Scarring romance leaves no mark on its audience”
Don’t trust the title — for better and for worse. There’s nothing smooth about two wounded characters falling for each other, only for their story (spoiler alert) to break into pieces at the end. And it’s not like the script makes it too easy to masticate it either. There’s nothing inherently wrong about Eleanor Tindall’s…
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Luke Baker talks 20th-anniversary production of ‘Jersey Boys’: “I’m sure a few actors have blown out their voices playing Frankie Valli”
One of the most awarded jukebox musicals of all time returns to the UK in an extensive tour honouring the original production, which will be running for all four seasons until August next year. Guillermo Nazara chats with the show’s star to learn more about his portrayal and what a night audiences are likely to…
