This gripping 90-minute Saint Joan distils Shaw’s epic into a fierce, modern clash of faith and power. Ruthie Black is electrifying in the title role, while James Saxby’s shapeshifting performance is equally compelling. Together, they create a taut, thought-provoking piece that feels urgent, intimate, and strikingly relevant.

A raw and unsettling exploration of trauma, this powerful one-hour play follows fractured lives colliding with devastating consequences. With haunting performances, a sparse candlelit set and striking live music, it’s an intense theatrical experience that lingers long after the final moment.

2210 by Natty Can Cook in Herne Hill is a buzzing Caribbean restaurant serving standout dishes, from the best roti we’ve ever had to perfectly spiced jerk chicken and tender oxtail. With warm, attentive service (and a surprise rum punch for a birthday), it’s a neighbourhood spot we hope stays busy every night.

We explored Madrid using the GPSmyCity walking app, following a route from the Royal Palace to Retiro Park. It’s a brilliant way to see the city at your own pace, with plenty of stops for history, food and people-watching. A few directions could be clearer, but overall we’d happily recommend it.