Woody Guthrie’s songs inspired generations of musicians, and this heartfelt production celebrates both his music and extraordinary life. Performed without amplification by four multi-talented musician-actors, the show combines around 25 songs with Guthrie’s own words, charting his journey from the Dust Bowl to folk legend. Rich harmonies, outstanding musicianship and powerful storytelling make this an uplifting tribute to a voice that challenged injustice and spoke for ordina

Night City is a bold and visually inventive look at London’s gig economy, driven by outstanding performances from Jack Ambrose and Bex Smith and exceptional movement direction. While Max Wilkinson’s play powerfully captures the human cost of insecure work, an unconvincing late plot development weakens its emotional impact. Ambitious and thought-provoking, it remains an engaging evening despite not fully delivering on all its ideas.

Right Before I Go, written and performed by Stan Zimmerman, tackles suicide with honesty, sensitivity and compassion. Using real suicide notes, personal experience, facts and reflections, it challenges the stigma and silence surrounding suicide. As someone personally affected by suicide, I found parts deeply moving and challenging. The post-show debrief with mental health professionals adds a vital, safe space for reflection and discussion.

Oil & Whiskey is a heartfelt country-rock musical that far exceeds its fringe roots. Dax Wiley's witty script and Kit Nolan's superb score blend seamlessly, while Juliet Perel delivers a phenomenal lead performance alongside an excellent cast and live band. Yuval Benit's intimate staging transforms the Old Red Lion into a convincing Nashville bar. An absolute joy with genuine West End potential.

James Kenworth’s Three Ghosts of Silvertown combines drama, music, movement and local history to explore Silvertown’s industrial past. The fascinating history, particularly the 1889 strike and Eleanor Marx, often proves more compelling than the drama. The community cast brings energy and commitment, while the Tate Institute provides an atmospheric setting. Ambitious and admirable, but narratively uneven.

A gentle, laugh-out-loud journey into the world of P.G. Wodehouse, with Sam Harrison delivering a masterclass in comic physicality as he plays Jeeves, Bertie and a wonderfully eccentric cast of characters.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A packed Fringe experience with 15 shows, two late nights, Best of the Fests and a two-hour Massaoke! Among the honourable mentions, Hasan Al-Habib brings sharp, thoughtful comedy about family, divorce and religion, while Truthmachine offers an intriguing immersive lie-detector experience. Massaoke was the spectacular finale: a packed singalong party of classic rock, glitter, smoke and flames that had everyone on their feet from midnight into the early hours.

⭐⭐⭐⭐ A brilliantly imaginative and freakish take on modern man. Rob Preston’s solo debut is packed with memorable characters, belly laughs and cringe-worthy moments. From a bizarre pub quizmaster and dancing barber to a young Londoner and an aspiring “writer of stories”, Rob transforms snippets of real life and social media into an unforgettable hour of comedy. Fresh, clever and full of pathos, this is a Fringe show well worth seeing now.

An original, fun and breezy hour of chaos and irreverence you won’t see anywhere else. Ted Hill, recently awarded Ant & Dec’s Golden Buzzer on Britain’s Got Talent, brings his unique autistic perspective to an imaginative multimedia show. With PowerPoint, puppets, GeoGuessr, audience feedback and a “Small Talk Machine”, Ted constantly tests how weird he can be. Chaotic, creative and refreshingly original — embrace the weird!

⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A Kate in the hand is worth two in the Butch.” Kate Butch swaps songs and audience interaction for a more traditional stand-up hour packed with puns, silliness and sharp observations. From meal deals and Duolingo to Drag Race, homophobia and online backlash, Butch delivers plenty of laughs. The real magic comes in the ad libs and audience interaction, where their quick wit shines. Hilarious, cheeky and full of personality.