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Actor Jeremy Kareken talks new UK-premiere play ‘The Value of Names’: “We all are progressives until the problem is at our doorstep”
The White Bear Theatre hosts the first-ever London run of Jeffrey Sweet’s political dark comedy, exploring the complexities of people’s moral compasses through the aftermath of McCarthy’s infamous witch hunt. Guillermo Nazara chats with one its leads, to know more about the ingrains of the show’s thought-provoking plot, depicting a disturbing episode in history that’s…
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Review of ‘The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party’: “Crazy crazed craziness”
Lewis Carroll’s literary frenzy jumps from the page onto the stage one more time, through this new adaptation starring its most insanely iconic character. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if its banquet of ideas ended up giving bad hare day. “What’s an audience without a show?”, asks Wonderland’s…
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Review of Avocado’s ‘Improv In Three Acts’: “Group fun never fails”
The company brings its triple comedy rendition to the London pub theatre scene, in a performance done in tandem with Noises From The Attic and Rose, Bud and Thorn groups. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this off the cuff interpretation manages to hook its audience instead. “I’m a…
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Review of ‘Don’t Take The Pith’: “Mac-Goofying in the wrong way”
The Drayton Arms Theatre hosts the world premiere of this new mystery farce featuring conspiracy plots, secret motives and a lot of double entendres. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this bonkers suspense either hangs or falls off the cliff. Nothing feels lazier in a comedy than a…
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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 ‘Exhibitionits’: “Don’t try to be gay”
The King’s Head’s Theatre opens its new venue with the world premiere of Shaun McKenna and Andrew Van Sickle’s latest play. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know how hard he can get when shooting his ink. Oh, nothing says ‘marriage’ like being torn to pieces. Having yourself screwed and…
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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 ‘Homeless’: “In a poor state”
The shattered pieces of a broken life come together in this new play dealing with the struggles of poverty and immigration. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this story about rags is actually filled with riches. In the battlefield of life, the hardest strives are taken by the…
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Review of ‘Déjà Vu Kabaret’: “It already happened”
Art and war merge together in this musical tribute to the lost lives of those who fought for their own principles. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on this immersive piece mixing a thriller storyline with burlesque performances, to let us know if this show is the kind which couldn’t please him more. “Leave all your…
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Review of ‘Ned’: “Too much haze onstage”
London’s Old Red Lion Theatre hosts the return of this short play exploring the madness of social media and nowadays channels of communication. Guillermo Nazara shares his thoughts on the production, to break down the bits and pieces of a show intended to crack someone up. We’ve all been in that place where we think…
