Hoping for a Return of Theatre 2021
After a year of musical theatre drought, a few of our writers express their hope for a well needed return of theatre in 2021.
Browsing: Theatre
“Marvellously unique and gives a childlike feel to the production”: A Review of Jacqui and David Morris’ A Christmas Carol
Elizabeth Sorrell reviews Jacqui and David Morris’ ‘A Christmas Carol’ an adaptation that breathes new life into the classic Christmas tale.
“Love and how violently it can hurt”: A Review of Sarah Kane’s Crave at Chichester Theatre
Elizabeth Sorrell shares thoughts and admiration for Tinuke Craig’s production of Sarah Kane’s ‘Crave’ at the Chichester Theatre.
Shakespeare to Greek Classics: The Ultimate Tragedies
From Shakespeare to Greek Classics, because who doesn’t love a good dramatic tragedy?
Tender, Poetic, and What it Means to Love: Crave at The Chichester Theatre, A Preview.
Elizabeth Sorrell shows us what we can expect from the first socially distant performance at the Chichester Theatre.
Fantasy from Stage to Franchise: Where our Influences Originated
Fantasy is one of the most popular genres, but how is it presented on stage and where do we get our visions and images from?
Flahsback Review: King Lear at the Duke of York Theatre, London
Who doesn’t love Ian McKellen? Louise Chase reviews the Duke of York’s production of King Lear starring one of the most celebrated Shakespeare actors.
Review: Romeo and Juliet at The Globe Theatre, ‘Funny, Dramatic and Enjoyable to Watch’
Connie Seamer reviews Shakespeare’s most known play of the starcrossed lovers, performed at the Globe back in 2019.
Theatre: An Educational Opportunity or Class Discrimination?
Is theatre for the masses, or only the wealthy? Elizabeth Sorrell investigates the accessibility of the arts.
Review: Amadeus at the National Theatre – “The finest piece of art in any medium”.
Dom Wilton expresses the great excellence and beauty of Peter Schaffer’s Amadeus.
Being Aware When Watching Hamilton: The Dangers of False Heroism
Despite Hamilton’s phenomenal cultural impact, our records editor, Alice Fortt, subjects the characters to microscopic analysis.
Review: Hamilton – A Broadway recording that unites masses
Emily Dennis reviews a recording of theatre phenomenon Hamilton, after its anticipated landing on Disney+.
Gender in Theatre Throughout Time
Elizabeth Sorrell takes a look at the depiction on gender throughout the history of theatre.
Les Blancs at The National Theatre: Systemic Racism and Colonialism Put On Stage
Morgan McMillan picks apart Yaël Farber’s 2016 production of Lorraine Hansberry’s Les Blancs.