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Review of Cirque du Soleil’s ‘OVO’ (2026, Royal Albert Hall): “All-mitey spectacle needs little debugging”
The Royal Albert Hall welcomes the company’s latest addition to their London season, this year themed after the smallest wildlife. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know whether it’s an insect-ivizing experience or theatrical vermin. I never thought I said this, but I’ve actually liked the sight of multi-legged critters…
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Review of ‘High Noon’: “Stage adaptation of Western classic is all hat and no cattle”
The 1950s Hollywood film travels to the London scene with the world premiere of its stage adaptation, starring Billy Crudup and Denise Gough. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if this theatrical rodeo wins its spurs. There are a few valid reasons why the film has endured as a…
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Review of ‘Woman In Mind’: “Sheridan Smith is reasonably good in insanely well-done play”
Alan Ayckbourn’s 1980s piece returns to the London stage in a new, limited-running production directed by Michael Longhurst. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if its take on a deranged woman’s story is worth some raving or it’s just raving mad. She’s bloody Lulu. We’d better be blunt about…
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Review of ‘God, The Devil and Me’: “Celestial topics and angelic intentions get stuck in development hell”
Following a first incursion at the Edinburgh Fringe, the show lands on the London stage for a limited run until the end of the week. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if this religious-based exploration of mental health led to a divine experience or if, instead, it stinks to…
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The 50 best shows of 2025
In the run-up to 2026’s exciting new offer, we’re taking a final trip down review lane to gather the most enduring shows of the year. Discover which ones have made the cut out of hundreds of press performances and how close it gets to your own selection. 50. Antigone On Strike Action, politics, and philosophy…
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Review of ‘Snow White All-Drag Panto’: “Poisoned humour and dopey characters make this retelling the funniest of them all”
London’s Emerald Theatre hosts the return of TuckShop’s signature festive piece, which celebrates its 5th anniversary with an even crazier remake of the popular fairy tale. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if its adult flavour leads to either a bashful attempt or a giant in its genre. I…
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Review of ‘Dracapella’: “Dumb-downed retelling of Stoker’s classic is a comedic braniac”
London’s Park Theatre hosts this new musical spoof of the famous Victorian horror story, featuring petrifying vocal performances and terribly silly humour. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if this incubus of whimsy comes off more pale than desired. I wonder why vampires have always come off so gay.…
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Review of ‘Twelfth Night’ (Barbican, 2025): “Darker revival of classic rom-com isn’t quite what you will”
London’s Barbican Theatre welcomes the RSC’s latest production of the Bard’s popular love story, featuring new musical numbers and inventive scenery. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if this new version has been born great, achieved greatness, or has greatness thrust upon it. Before we delve into the pros…
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Review of ‘The Highgate Vampire’: “Viewers’ stakes are high with this anaemic horror comedy”
The Omnibus Theatre hosts this humorous act inspired by real-life events. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if its bloodthirsty narrative made him sanguine. It may be due to its vampire nature. Or it may have happened in spite of it. Whatever the case, the truth is that they sucked…
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Review of Top Hat: “New revival of Berlin’s classic is caught in the rain, and it isn’t lovely”
Following its world premiere at the Chichester Festival and subsequent national tour, the show arrives on the London scene for the festive season. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if this latest incarnation can be brushed off. I’m not sure if they put all their eggs in one basket.…
