Eleanor Tindall’s queer rom-com ‘Tender’ has returned to the Bush Theatre, moving to their main space, following its initial staging in the Studio in 2024. Directed by Emily Aboud, the show follows the burgeoning connection between Ivy (Nadi Kemp-Sayfi) and Ash (Francesca Amewudah-Rivers). As well as a raw and intimate meditation on queer love andContinue reading “‘Tender’ at the Bush Theatre 2026 Review”
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‘Sestercentennial’ at the Bread & Roses Theatre 2026 Review
Last night I headed to the Bread and Roses Theatre in Clapham to catch Arif Silverman’s one-man show Sestercentennial, a play centred around a Fourth of July barbecue that puts pressure on some deeper-seated questions. Across its short sixty-minute runtime, Silverman explores themes of family, race, belonging and identity. Silverman delivers a commanding and conflictedContinue reading “‘Sestercentennial’ at the Bread & Roses Theatre 2026 Review”
‘The P Word’ at the Bush Theatre 2026: A powerful and pertinent two hander that implores its audience to find their humanity
Waleed Akhtar’s Olivier Award winning play, ‘The P Word,’ has triumphantly returned to the Bush Theatre four years after its premiere. Intimately following the intertwining lives of two gay Pakistani men, Bilal (Akhtar) and Zafar (Esh Alladi), Akhtar’s writing offers a powerful and pertinent look at what it means to be South Asian and queerContinue reading “‘The P Word’ at the Bush Theatre 2026: A powerful and pertinent two hander that implores its audience to find their humanity”
‘Beanbags’ at the Union Theatre 2026: A relatable story about moving on, conversations we wish we had and the anchoring power of beanbags
Yesterday I took my first trip to the Union Theatre to watch Kelly Thurston’s play ‘Beanbags.’ The production follows Em (Helen Louise Baird), who is helping her mum, and her sister move out of the family home. Produced by Off Main Stage, a festival that supports new writing, Thurston’s play touches on a variety ofContinue reading “‘Beanbags’ at the Union Theatre 2026: A relatable story about moving on, conversations we wish we had and the anchoring power of beanbags”
‘Second Trimester’ at Battersea Arts Centre Review: A unique piece that deftly balances an affecting story with a bold, Bollywood aesthetic – with healing and heartwarming results
Last night I attended the press night of Krishna Istha’s ‘Second Trimester’ at the Battersea Arts Centre. The second in a planned trilogy, this show focuses on the relationship between Krishna Istha and their mother, Geetha Shankar, and stems from Geetha’s initial lack of understanding at Istha’s desire to get pregnant as a trans man.Continue reading “‘Second Trimester’ at Battersea Arts Centre Review: A unique piece that deftly balances an affecting story with a bold, Bollywood aesthetic – with healing and heartwarming results”
‘Heart Wall’ at the Bush Theatre 2026: A relatable piece about how time changes family, friendships and grief
The Bush Theatre’s latest show, ‘Heart Wall,’ written by Kit Withington and directed by Katie Greenall has a lively start, as cast members invite the audience to belt out their favourite karaoke tunes. The opening inviting atmosphere takes some unexpected and surprising directions, delivering some thoughtful musings about how family, friends, relationships and grief changesContinue reading “‘Heart Wall’ at the Bush Theatre 2026: A relatable piece about how time changes family, friendships and grief”
‘Jaja’s African Hair Braiding’ at the Lyric Hammersmith 2026: A comedic and political exploration of the immigrant experience, brought to life by a standout ensemble cast
Jocelyn Bioh’s Tony Award-winning play ‘Jaja’s African Hair Braiding’ has hopped across the pond to the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre for its UK premiere, and I was lucky enough to attend last night as a guest. Set in a busy Harlem salon, the play takes place over the course of one day. It is rare toContinue reading “‘Jaja’s African Hair Braiding’ at the Lyric Hammersmith 2026: A comedic and political exploration of the immigrant experience, brought to life by a standout ensemble cast”
‘The Undying’ at Soho Theatre Review 2026: A twisty South Asian tale that poses some big questions in its examination of gender, age and trauma
What would you do if you could do it all again? This is the question Rea Dennhardt Patel’s play, ‘The Undying,’ poses. When Amba (Vaishnavi Survaprakash) brings home some TwiceLife pills to her husband Prav (Akaash Dev Shemar) the two become embroiled in a twisty tale that examines gender, age and trauma all through theContinue reading “‘The Undying’ at Soho Theatre Review 2026: A twisty South Asian tale that poses some big questions in its examination of gender, age and trauma”
‘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”
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