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Review of ‘Blink’: “Parasocial love story is almost as detached as its characters”
London’s King’s Head Theatre presents this new play exploring a one-sided relationship. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if this alienated romance should enjoy any audience reciprocation. This is no Baby Reindeer. Fortunately, no creatives will be sued. There is a downside to it, too. And that concerns its…
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Review of ‘Mrs. President’: “Return of political play still ranks low in the polls”
Following its initial run at the Charing Cross Theatre last year, the piece makes a comeback in a reformed version starring Keala Settle as Mary Todd Lincoln. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if it’s worth electing. Oh, Mary! If only you knew what theatre has turned you into.…
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Review ‘Safe Heaven’: “Gulf War-themed political drama is a massive weapon of self-destruction”
The Arcola Theatre presents this new piece exploring the diplomatic maneuvers amidst one of the most delicate international conflicts in recent history. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if its attempts to strike as a poignant plot should be followed by a white flag. “Oh, I write a letter…
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Review of ‘Garry Starr: Classic Penguins”: “Over-baring parody strips humour down to monotonous slapstick”
Following its initial success in the fringe scene, the show lands in the West End for the festive season ahead of a new tour and subsequent run at the Garrick Theatre. Guillermo Nazara tells the naked truth about the show to let us know if its humorous take on literature will make audiences wear nothing…
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Director Max Elton talks upcoming new play ‘Most Favoured’: “Unlike with Meg Ryan, neither of these characters are faking it”
Following several critically acclaimed collaborations, including Not Now and Yes, So I Said Yes, the dramaturg-director reunites with playwright David Ireland with this new comedy, running at the Soho Theatre for the festive season. Guillermo Nazara chats with the creative to learn more about the development process, and how this two-hander about a one-night stand…
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Review of ‘Jobsworth’: “Employment comedy stands high on the corporate ladder”
Following last summer’s run at the Edinburgh Fringe, the show travels to the London stage in its first full-length version. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if its multitasking narrative brims with human resourcefulness or should be dismissed. She was hard for the money. So hard for the money.…
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Review of ‘Ride The Cyclone’: “Funfair-themed musical builds a whirling carousel of songs but the attraction derails”
The Southwark Playhouse hosts the London premiere of Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell’s cult musical. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if this metaphysical ride is Carnie-gie Hall material. Life is a roller coaster, or so they say. Apparently, death can be too — or at least, what causes…
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Review of ‘Precipice’: “New political musical brings up edgy themes but ends up falling off its own cliff”
London’s New Diorama Theatre hosts the world premiere of the newborn Timelapse’s debut piece, set in a dystopian universe where the Earth’s resources have come to an end. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if its green message has also led to a green delivery. A few years ago,…
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Artistic Director Michael Walling talks Border Crossings’ 30th-anniversary celebration ‘CHECKPOINT’: “Theatre is an empathy machine”
The company honours three decades of existence with an upcoming showcase revisiting some key pieces in its extensive repertoire. Guillermo Nazara chats with one of the group’s creative leaders to learn more about its long-standing mission — bringing unity in an increasingly fractured world. How does it feel to be celebrating a 30-year legacy? Before…
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Review of ‘The Comparable Dina Martina’: “Irreverent act sends rousing vibrations but needs a firmer hand on the job”
The renowned drag queen is back at the Soho Theatre with her latest solo act, featuring an array of musical tributes combined with fabricated personal stories, occasional shade, and absolute camp. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if the return of the successful Chariots of Failure creator is fine…
