Gillian English’s latest one-woman show 10 Things I Hate About Taming of the Shrew (previous instalments have included Giant & Angry and Drag Queens Stole My Dress) is a hilarious, acerbic romp through Shakespeare, gender politics, and the worst evils of ‘90s Hollywood ethics.
Theatre News and Reviews


Review: 10 THINGS I HATE ABOUT TAMING OF THE SHREW at Wandsworth Fringe
By Justin Murray Wednesday, May 15 2019, 09:32


Review: SHIFT at Shoreditch Town Hall
By Stuart King Tuesday, May 14 2019, 11:43
Shoreditch Town Hall is one of those grand chambers which once housed political debates, but since it’s revamp 7 years ago, has found a solid place in the exciting arts and events scene in East London.


Review: AMOUR at the Charing Cross Theatre
By Phil Willmott Monday, May 13 2019, 13:34
If, like me, you have a sweet tooth you’d do well to escape the Brexit and climate change blues and head to the Charing Cross Theatre where they’re serving a two hour theatrical confection as light and insubstantial as spun icing sugar.


Could the key to finding an audience for new writing be… Agatha Christie?
By Phil Willmott Monday, May 13 2019, 13:25
In an unusual move emerging producer Paula Chitty has paired new writing with a short play by the queen of vintage crime, Agatha Christie. I asked her about the rationale behind this. Here’s her intriguing response and details of the productions.


Review: PELLÉAS & MÉLISANDE at The Playground Theatre
By Max Lewendel Thursday, May 9 2019, 13:34
Inspired by the Rapunzel fairy tale as well as Tristan and Isolde, there is nothing that is not necessary in this bold take on Debussy’s classic told by brand new company, Opera on the Move. The simplicity of their staging with just five supremely talented singers, two strong (and shamefully uncredited) pianists, and limited design team will make them one to watch.
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