Love London Love Culture rounds up the reviews for Oscar Toeman’s production of Anna Ziegler’s new play Actually.
Mates blogger: Emma Clarendon
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Emma Clarendon studied drama through A-Level before deciding she was much better suited to writing about theatre than appearing onstage. She’s written for a number of online publications ever since, including The News Hub and Art Info. Emma set up her own blog, Love London Love Culture, in April 2015 and tweets at LoveLDNLoveCul.
The latest from Emma on MyTheatreMates
‘Talented cast thoroughly embraces the music’: SHOWTUNE – Union Theatre ★★★★
Showtune at the Union Theatre is a lively showcase for Jerry Herman’s music and a very satisfying tribute to his work.
REVIEW ROUND-UP: Evita at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre
Find out what critics have made of Jamie Lloyd’s production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s musical Evita with LLLC’s review round up…
‘Chillingly atmospheric’: EQUUS – West End ★★★★
Ned Bennett’s thrillingly engaging production of Peter Shaffer’s play grabs the audience’s attention and imagination brilliantly.
‘Straightforward entertainment’: SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER – Touring ★★★
It is difficult not to find yourself tapping your toes along to some classic songs and fabulously fun choreography by Bill Deamer.
‘An imaginative take on a classic story’: The Hunchback of Notre Dame – St Paul’s Church ★★★
Iris Theatre’s adaptation of Victor Hugo’s classic novel is certainly an ambitious and refreshing take on the story – but can’t always make up its mind whether it wants to be taken seriously or not.
REVIEW ROUND-UP: Tree at the Young Vic Theatre
It initially hit the headlines for controversial reasons about artistic credit. Now that it’s opened, what have critics said about Idris Elba and Kwame Kwei-Armah’s Tree? Premiered as part of the Manchester International Festival, it’s now transferred to London’s Young Vic Theatre, where it continues until 24 August 2019.
5 reasons to visit The Theatre Cafe in London’s West End
To commemorate their having opened a new site on St Martin’s Lane, Love London Love Culture lists five good reasons why you should pay a visit to The Theatre Cafe if you haven’t already been…
REVIEW ROUND-UP: Mr Gum & the Dancing Bear at the National Theatre
Love London Love Culture rounds up the reviews for Mr Gum & the Dancing Bear, Andy Stanton and Jim Fortune’s musical based on the children’s books. It continues in rep at the National Theatre until 31 August 2019.
REVIEW ROUND-UP: Peter Pan at Troubadour White City Theatre
Sally Cookson’s National Theatre and Bristol Old Vic production of JM Barrie’s classic story Peter Pan officially opens the Troubadour White City Theatre, where it’s booking until 27 October 2019. Love London Love Culture rounds up the reviews.
‘There’s always a good fart to make them giggle’: Horrible Histories is back in the West End and so is actor Ben Martin
Actor Ben Martin chatted to Emma Clarendon about bringing Horrible Histories back to London.
‘Wonderfully colourful & lively’: MY SON PINOCCHIO JR – Southwark Playhouse ★★★★
Seimi Campell’s production for the British Theatre Academy of My Son Pinocchio Jr is filled with magic – particularly when it comes to being visually creative to keep the children in the audience thoroughly engaged.
Love London Love Culture’s Theatre Picks for August
Love London Love Culture offers her guide to five shows opening in London this month…
REVIEW ROUND-UP: Moulin Rouge! on Broadway
Love London Love Culture rounds up the reviews for one of the most highly anticipated musicals of the year, Moulin Rouge! on Broadway.
‘Pure magic from start to finish’: THE WORST WITCH – West End ★★★★
Wickedly fun, The Worst Witch is delightfully (and suitably) magical to keep the audience thoroughly engaged.
REVIEW ROUND-UP: The View UpStairs at Soho Theatre
Discover what critics have made of the the European premiere of new musical The View Upstairs now playing at the Soho Theatre…
‘I too had to come to terms with the fact that I looked different’: Robert Rhodes discusses The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Robert Rhodes chatted to us about taking on the role of Quasimodo in Iris Theatre’s production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame.
‘It’s ideal for both fans & newcomers to the world’s most famous detective’: Philip Mansfield stars in Sherlock Holmes & the Invisible Thing
Actor Philip Mansfield chatted to Emma Clarendon about playing Doctor Watson in Sherlock Holmes & the Invisible Thing at the Rudolf Steiner Theatre.
‘Keeps the audience thoroughly absorbed from start to finish’: BLUES IN THE NIGHT – Kiln Theatre ★★★★★
Susie McKenna’s highly accomplished and atmospheric production of Blues in the Night is filled with heaps of personality and heart that is reflected in the stunning performances from all of the cast.
‘Captures the soul of the story perfectly’: THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY – Menier Chocolate Factory ★★★★
Jenna Russell’s stunning performance combined with Trevor Nunn’s delicately understated production captures the soul of the story perfectly in The Bridges of Madison County at the Menier Chocolate Factory.