‘Sweetmeats,’ the Bush Theatre and Tara Theatre’s latest offering, had it’s press night last night, and I was lucky enough to be in attendance. The show, written by Karim Khan and directed by Natasha Kathi-Chandra, follows Hema (Shobu Kapoor) and Liaquat (Rehan Sheikh) – two South Asian elders who bump into each other at aContinue reading “‘Sweetmeats’ at the Bush Theatre Review 2026: A heartwarming and tender tale about two South Asian elders rediscovering connection and companionship”
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‘Maggots’ at the Bush Theatre Review 2026: An impressive cast vividly bring to life a thought-provoking piece that is as witty as it is tragic
I was back at the Bush Theatre this week to see their latest show, ‘Maggots.’ Written by Farah Najib, this three hander recounts the story of the residents of Laurel House, and their discovery of Shirley, whose rotting body went undiscovered for a year, breeding a foul stench and a host of maggots. Actors MarciaContinue reading “‘Maggots’ at the Bush Theatre Review 2026: An impressive cast vividly bring to life a thought-provoking piece that is as witty as it is tragic”
‘After Sunday’ at the Bush Theatre Review 2025: A strong cast showcase an insightful look at men’s mental health, and the connecting power of food
The Bush Theatre’s latest offering, ‘After Sunday,’ certainly presents an intriguing concept. Written by Bush alumni Sophia Griffin and directed by Corey Campbell, the play revolves around Ty (Corey Weekes), Daniel (Darrel Bailey) and Leroy (David Webber), who are part of a Caribbean cookery group led by occupational therapist Naomi (Aimée Powell). The group isContinue reading “‘After Sunday’ at the Bush Theatre Review 2025: A strong cast showcase an insightful look at men’s mental health, and the connecting power of food”
‘Make Me Feel’ at the Bush Theatre Review: A fun and enjoyable look at the highs, lows and politics of friendship
I was back at the Bush Theatre this week for the world premiere of ‘Make Me Feel.’ Written by Bush Writers’ Group alumni Will Jackson for the 18-25 Bush Young Company, the play follows Jamie (Joshua Aketse-Entsie) and Ruby (Dejuan Desiree) as they plan their nuptials. Also, along for the ride is their seventeen friends,Continue reading “‘Make Me Feel’ at the Bush Theatre Review: A fun and enjoyable look at the highs, lows and politics of friendship”
‘Miss Myrtle’s Garden’ at the Bush Theatre Review: A moving piece of theatre that takes time to examine love, loss and memory
I was lucky enough to be back at the Bush Theatre this week to see their latest offering ‘Miss Myrtle’s Garden.’ Written by Danny James King and directed by Taio Lawson, the show follows the eponymous Miss Myrtle as she, and the characters around her tend to her garden, and contend with the past. TheContinue reading “‘Miss Myrtle’s Garden’ at the Bush Theatre Review: A moving piece of theatre that takes time to examine love, loss and memory”
‘Speed’ at the Bush Theatre Review and Analysis: A Portrait of South Asian Rage, Trauma and Identity
The Bush Theatre’s newest show, written and directed by Mohamed Zain-Dada and Milli Bhatia respectively, follows four British Asians whose paths cross at a speed awareness course, set in the basement of a Birmingham-based hotel. A play with an all-Asian cast, writer and director slots well into the Bush Theatre’s rich history of giving aContinue reading “‘Speed’ at the Bush Theatre Review and Analysis: A Portrait of South Asian Rage, Trauma and Identity”
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