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Sh!t-faced Shakespeare® - Hamlet.
Now in it's 15th year the company behind Sh!t-faced Shakespeare® give us their rendition of Hamlet. Our reviewer was not a fan. Something is rotten in the state of Leicester Square Theatre.

Simon
4 days ago3 min read


Glitter, Heat, and Pure Joy at Sandringham - The Scissor Sisters and Pet Shop Boys at Heritage Live, part of the 2025 tour
Sandringham’s Heritage Live wasn’t just about the music—it was the sparkle, and the sheer sense of joy that hung in the air. Scissor Sisters turned the lawns into a glitterball, And then came Pet Shop Boys—masters of synth-pop storytelling, celebrating an amazing 40 years in the business closing the night with West End Girls and Being Boring.

Sarah
6 days ago3 min read


The Magic Hour reviewed - Don't go to Vegas, go to this!
If you want to see some outstanding magic, you don't need to go to Vegas. Try the Magic Hour in London's Sheraton Grand - Sonic truly delivers first class magic.

Simon
Aug 122 min read


Review of Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain
Fun, fast-paced, and full of fascinating facts, Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain makes learning history an absolute blast. With energetic performances, cheeky humour, and plenty of audience laughs, it’s a four-star family treat

Simon
Aug 92 min read


Lost Watches at Park Theatre: A Surreal Slice of Beat-Infused Theatre
A talking sculpture of William Burroughs voiced by Jason Isaacs steals the show in Lost Watches—a surreal, Beat-inspired journey through grief and memory at Park Theatre. With standout performances from Lorenzo Allchurch, Gabrielle Moran, and Leah Aspden, this 70-minute play is a poetic fever dream best followed by pizza and reflection

Sarah
Aug 42 min read


A Role to Die For at the Marylebone TheatreÂ
How hard can be to cast a new Bond, James Bond? A Role to Die For now on at the Marylebone Theatre attempts to answer the conundrum.

Deborah Tarrant
Aug 22 min read


The National Ballet of Japan performs ‘Giselle’ at the Royal Opera House
We were invited to a summer showcase ahead of the National Ballet of Japan’s UK debut performance of Giselle at the Royal Opera House on 24th July 2025. This marvellous showcase has left us excited to see the full performance. On 24th to 27th July - so get booking!

Deborah Tarrant
Jul 244 min read


The White Chip at Southwark Playhouse – A Funny, Fierce & Deeply Moving Triumph
What do you do if you can't find a film or play which fits your experience of alcoholism? You write your own. The White Chip is written by Sean Daniels whose story told through the mouth of Stephen played by the brilliant Ed Coleman. It's both funny and poignant. Do not miss this play

Sarah
Jul 153 min read


In Defence of Adventurous Mothers
Fresh and original writing in a London Fringe venue, a cracking storyline, a talented cast - we gave In Defence of Adventurous Mothers a 4 star review. Don't miss this exciting new play.

Sarah
Jul 142 min read


This Bitter Earth
A beautiful two hander, intense and thoughtful. Now on at Soho Theatre
I ran the whole emotional roller coaster from laughing out loud to a small tear.

Simon
Jun 282 min read


Romeo and Juliet at Wilton’s Music Hall – A Storm of Youthful Fury
Flabbergast's new production of Romeo and Juliet finds a magical home at Wilton's. The ensemble cast produce a visceral rendition of Shakespeare's much loved classic.

Sarah
Jun 153 min read


Neil takes a cosmic trip to Finsbury Park to see Michinari Ozawa's 'Our Cosmic Dust'.
Puppetry and live actors are melded with state of the art projections in this award winning play now on at Finsbury Park Theatre until 5th July 2025

Neil Kennan
Jun 122 min read


Introducing Circus Piddly - Life Affirming Silliness For Everyone
Circus with a punk attitude? Yes, that's exactly what Circus Piddy delivers. Think unicyclists being chased by leaf blowers, saxophone playing from the roof of the Big Top, a tightrope that isn't a tightrope, juggling with carpet pieces. Can't quite get the picture? The only solution is to see Circus Piddy for yourself. Our readers get a 10% discounf with code londonbnd10

Tina
Jun 92 min read


Review: The Frogs at Southwark Playhouse – A Playful Plunge into the Underworld
What happens when Dionisius takes his slave to Hades to bring George Bernard Shaw back to Earth via a word battle with Shakespeare? Will Pluto let them leave. Can Heracles be forgiven for slaying Cerberus? And what happens when Charon is to stoned to row the ferry on the Styx? All of this bonkers storyline unfolds at Southwark Playhouse. Great acting, singing and dancing and wit. No, it's not quite West End - but it a fun-filled night out.

Sarah
May 283 min read


Review: Faygele at the Marylebone Theatre – moving, but not quite fully realised
Faygele explores the painful intersection of religious tradition and queer identity, told through a backwards-moving narrative that begins with the funeral of Ari, a young gay man who has died by suicide, and gradually reveals the events leading up to it.

Sarah
May 93 min read


The Force Is Flirtatious: A 5-Star Night with The Empire Strips Back at Riverside Studios
What could be more apt on May the 4th then seeing a Star Wars Parody - but not just any old parody, this is a humorous burlesque interpretation of many of the famous scenes and creatures. On at Riverside Studios, this is a show that will have you and your friends highly entertained.

Sarah
May 53 min read


A very new Romeo and Juliet at the Hackney Empire
A masterful blend of Shakespeare's verse with elements of rap, soul and R&B. This is a very different version of Romeo and Juliet. Now on at the Hackney Empire

Neil Kennan
Apr 252 min read


🎠Supersonic Man – A Soaring, Soulful Tribute to Love, Loss, and Human Resilience
A musical about MND - it sounds wrong, but Supersonic Man conveys hope, joy, willpower, despair and ultimately hope. It's not all sadness, there's lots of fun in this brand new musical now on at Southwark Playhouse.

Sarah
Apr 152 min read


Horrible Histories Terrible Thames Tour
Simon and Finley 9 and 3/4 tested out the Horrible Histories Terrible Thames Tour. They loved their fun fact-filled trip on the boat down the Thames, finding it a great way to get kids interested in the history of London.

Simon
Apr 132 min read


Faulty Towers The Dining Experience
Two hours of mayhem and nostalgic fun are to be had at the Faulty Towers the Dining Experience, expect many of your favourite scenes to be played out in front of you and with you!

Simon
Apr 102 min read
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