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Review of ‘Prayers For A Hungry Ghost’: “Haunting staging and spirited performances deliver an almost immortal concoction”
Barbican’s studio space hosts the world premiere of KISS-WITNESS’s latest creation — combining conceptual art, movement, puppetry, and acting to convey a story of loss, torment, and stoicism. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if its spectral narrative is likely to get some boos. If you’re looking for the…
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Performer and theatremaker Dan Daw talks new show ‘EXXY’: ” There is just no way I can conform, so I resist”
Following the success of his latest production, the actor and creative returns to the London stage with this new and even more personal piece, having its world premiere at the Battersea Arts Centre before embarking on its first UK tour. Guillermo Nazara chats with the artiste to learn more about the show’s development and its…
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Review of ‘Cow | Deer’: “ASMR staging puts audiences in a state of foley à deux”
The Royal Court Theatre welcomes this new experimental play employing sound as its only narrative tool. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if its environmentalist plot turns out to be all hat and no cattle. If hearing has recently become an expendable option at the Royal Court’s main space,…
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Review of ‘Deaf Republic’: “Strongly resonant themes come together through a weak narrative vision”
The Royal Court Theatre welcomes this dystopian drama featuring a unique array of theatrical crafts to convey an unsettling tale of struggle and resilience. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if its vociferous message and delivery bear anything unheard of. We all dream of a better world for everyone…
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Artistic Director Guillaume Pige talks Theatre Re’s new touring shows: “We are able to connect with audiences in an intuitive way”
Pushing the boundaries of storytelling through their mixture of music amd physical acts, the company presents their latest productions, exploring the fragility of the human condition through experiences of memory and pregnancy loss. Guillermo Nazara chats with the group’s lead creative, to learn more about the gestation of these pieces and how their real-life inspirations…
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Writers Magero and Anyebe Goodwin talk upcoming ‘TRIPLE BILL: EVERYWHERE’: “Humanity doesn’t have a skin colour, a country or an accent”
The Birmingham Rep hosts this one-night-only event by the tiata fahodz company, giving voice and spotlight to British African writers through stories that reflect the current trials and tribulations of the community. Guillermo Nazara chats with two of the authors, to learn more about this new set of pieces aiming to bring theatre to new…
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Review of ‘COMMUNION’: “Heavy ingredients, but low flavour”
The 18-25 Bush Young Company returns their Off-West End Award nominated show, in an strictly limited run playing until the end of the week. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if its dining-themed narrative ends up cutting the mustard. The most important moments in life happen around the table –…
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Review of ‘At Least I’m Not Bald’: “Let’s add a few notes”
Valery Reva stars in this new own-written one-woman piece, exploring the trials and tribulations of a cancer patient through the eyes of innocence and fantasy. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if its entangled narrative ends up bringing a bad hair day. The other day, I felt the impulse…
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Artistic director Kris Nelson talks London International Theatre Festival: “It’s essential for artists to feed from other cultural backgrounds”
The countdown begins for UK’s capital to welcome a new burst of worldwide talent taking place at the very heart of the city’s theatreland. Guillermo Nazara chats with the man behind its exciting programming, to learn all the fun facts about this upcoming edition based on the power of multinational fusion. How does it feel…
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Artistic Director Suzann McLean talks 2024 Peckham Fringe Festival: “It pushes boundaries and amplifies voices from all corners of society”
The most exciting theatrical event in South London returns this spring for its 3rd edition, now expanding into a wider range of venues featuring all kinds of montages. Guillermo Nazara chats with the woman behind the action, to learn all the facts about this exhilarating showcase boosting the talent and creativity of the local community.
