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Writer and performer Jules Coyle talks upcoming play ‘Managed Approach’: “I hope audiences leave with a deeper appreciation for empathy”
Following its successful inaugural run at the Edinburgh Fringe, the show will make its London debut in two months, offering audiences a semi-verbatim portrayal of the lives of sex workers, inspired by Holbeck’s temporary red-light district. Guillermo Nazara chats with the author to learn about the piece’s development and how she’s managed to pimp the…
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Review of ‘The Psychiatrist’: “Full of brain, but short of a heart”
London’s White Bear Theatre hosts the world premiere of Julian Bird’s second play, inspired by his own experiences as a professional mental health therapist. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this mindful dramatic construction ends up feeling unhinged. To say that we all have a little crazy in…
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Review of ‘Looking For Giants’: “Fifty shades off-grey”
The King’s Head Theatre hosts the London premiere of this one-woman show embracing sexuality through the exploration of verbal BDSM fantasies. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the piece, to let us know if this intercourse of comedy and eroticism manages to kink in. I swear to God (I know – that’s a good one)…
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Linus Karp talks ‘Gwyneth Paltrow Goes Skiing’: “Having one of the actual lawyers from the trial say “you really captured her” was very special”
The most bouncy trial in Hollywood history slides onto the fringe scene through this new parody show currently playing at Ediburgh Fringe before embarking on a national tour. Guillermo Nazara chats with its lead actor and creator, to learn all the details about the creation of a show that, some way or another, its meant…
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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.
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Review of ‘Spider’: “Venom and silk”
The Riverside Studios host the return of this new play directed and written by Jude Benning, performed in an abridged version as part of the venue’s Bitesize Festival. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if its crude narrative can make you get the bug. There’s a strong chance that…
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Review of ‘The Love of Don Perlimplin’: “We almost fell for it”
Lorca’s classic short play relives on the London stage through this new adaptation combining tradition and modernity. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to explore all the facts about a work perhaps depicting the author’s most personal side. The only thing worse than a broken heart is a heart that’s forbidden to feel.…
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Review of ‘Trompe L’Oleil”: “Still needs to do the trick”
Politics and unconventional love get mixed in this blasting comedy about Donald Trump’s presidential term. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to fire up some fake news on the most beloved man on earth. To take the Trump administration seriously would be as crazy as calling Suella a gay icon – though we…
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Review of ‘Strangers In Between’: “Queer as skips”
Love and rejection hook up in this implosive production marking the acting debut of former Olympic athlete Matthew Mitcham. Guillermo Nazara does a deep dive into the show, to let us know if this heartwarming gay play is actually in hot water. My brother beat me up, so I ran away from home. It’s strange…
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Review of ‘Police Cops’: “Stage justice”
Nostalgia explodes onstage with the arrival of this comedy show paying homage to cuffs, bullets and the MTV years. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the production, to let us know if this new parody musical has managed to beat his rap. Oh, I remember the 80s so vividly! The uplifting music, the unbelievable film…
