by Zahid Fayyaz
Based on the 1963 album by Charles Mingus, this production transferred from Shoreditch Town Hall after a run last year. The dance/theatre production set entirely on the Barbican stage – the audience join both the Clod Ensemble and the Nu Civilisation Orchestra on stage for the show. With the space done up as a jazz club, the audience sits and stands around the dancers and the musicians during their performance.
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by Zahid Fayyaz
Now a very popular Netflix sitcom, Kim Convenience reverts back to its theatrical roots for a second run in the current London theatre season. Previously at the Park Theatre, Ins Choi’s production is now on at Hammersmith’s Riverside Studios. With Choi playing the patriarch of the family, ‘Appy’, this is a family drama with both humour and pathos in equal measure.
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by Diana Miranda
The fringe theatre in the UK takes pride in being a haven for new writing, offering platforms such as R&D workshops, scratch nights and fringe festivals. While the model has its quirks and shortcomings, it remains a space for showcasing and tweaking new work. However, artists navigate a product-oriented landscape that puts pressure to deliver new work.
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by Diana Miranda
Two ambitious young women, Angelina and AJ, are on the verge of a big promotion in their respective fields. Angelina, a cool-headed banker played by Shannon Hayes, is preparing for a pitch to secure a senior position. AJ, a fierce goalkeeper played by Chanel Waddock, is training for a match that could make her the top goalie in her team. However, a visit to the doctor reveals a condition that might derail both of their dreams.
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