Narcissist, liar, art-school reject: Sarah Jones is a trainwreck spiralling through hangovers, humiliations, half-truths... & we can’t look away. Superbly-paced, @fatherawayshegoes' caustic wit burns. At 17, Electra Kolb delivers a star-is-born debut, with a stunning climax that leaves us breathless.

Uprooted from NYC to rural Germany, @alexis_sakellaris turns diva worship into scripture: Céline as gateway, Mariah & Gaga as lifelines, crowd work as communion. Beneath the camp lies loneliness, a relatable catalyst for this journey of radical acceptance. A joyously nourishing self-love letter.

@kisswitness & @elisabettygun drag us down a dystopian, choose-your-own-adventure rabbit hole in this agitated anthem for the not-so-distant apocalypse. With AI-generated scripts, immersive audio, moody scenography & uncannily robotic movement, the post-dramatic form is as juicy as the content.

@nathanmosherisgoodenough ’s stand-up begins stilted, chasing laughs with generic Taco Bell punchlines—but then pivots to confessional. Songs, poetry & psych-ward vignettes joined by abrupt blackouts drop the mask. By the end, it’s not the comedian but the complex human underneath who compels.

Confession time: flatmate-from-hell Susie’s dead & Olivia Pickford’s #sorrynotsorry, recounting her “Worst Day Ever” in all its micro-aggressive detail. Brilliantly witty physical gags battle overused V/O, but the fear that life’s little irritants could spark a full-blown meltdown hits hard.

Playwright Sadie Pearson’s Alpine Prize-winning script questions comedy’s complicity in misogyny, taking a scalpel to the cult of the “edgy comic.” With an electric cast & venomous punchlines, this lyrical in-yer-face drama thrills—even if it skims the most provocative grey areas.

A sketch hour of high-precision chaos where audience fears become fodder. @peartheshow know the gimmick (tall, identical twins) & they transcend it. Snappy punchlines, killer improv, audience wrangling so deft it feels rigged. From props to puns, this duo is scarily smooth.

A drunken uni pact on sperm donation resurfaces, throwing a friendship group into #maybebaby chaos. @bigsofa_theatre whisk queer joy into the sitcom formula, leaning into our favorite tropes. Clever staging & sharp chemistry make this comfort food: familiar, funny & heartfelt.

Mele Broomes imagines castor oil as ritual, remedy & revelation: blue-lit, slickened skin gleams, voices startle & soothe, bodies glitch in Kabuki-esque tableaux, scored by a cello's grounding drone in this tender celebration of Black embodiment. A sensuous, radical communion of dance & sound.

A ‘Gynae Guru’ flanked by her (literally) hormonal sisters schools us in the ways of the menstrual cycle with powerhouse vocals, sassy pop parodies & cabaret banter sharp enough to cut stigma. Fusing camp & critique, @ethereal.theatre.collective edutains & empowers.

The Lost Priest. @orchardtheatrecompany ’s solo show dives into a man’s existential crisis to explore Jewish American identity through ritual, scripture & family myth. There are meaty themes at play—displacement, disillusion, inherited trauma—but the lack of narrative structure & dramatic stakes leave us questioning, “why here & now?” WIP

Doom & Glitter: A Tribute to Tom Waits. In a candlelit crypt, @mrbrakedown conjures & queers the bard of the blues with a smoky drawl & drag-king swagger. With rotating burlesque cameos & a live band, this midnight cabaret séance is sweaty, swarthy & speaks to the soul. Consider us converts.

Molly Sharpe’s solo farce sees a woman fall for her bf’s killer… then every visitor who follows. Fun at first, this romcom parody devolves into overlong gags, scrappy tech & tedious sex scenes. Characters, accents & props abound, but Sharpe’s frenetic energy feels more self-amused than engaging.

Vegas showgirls turn eco-warriors in this whip-smart, X-rated musical farce. Brimming with camp villains, killer harmonies & absurdist gags, @clubfistfight’s whimsical satire channels #MelBrooks with femme flair— ridiculous, crass, sexy & subversive in equal measure.

Three flatmates square off against a cartoonishly vile landlord in Meade Conway’s fatally funny farce. An ace ensemble revels in slapstick mayhem, outrageous plot twists & sly political satire—a timely howl of frustration at today’s housing market.

Scatter. Patrick McPherson ditches sketch comedy (& his twin) to depict a grieving man’s return to his ancestral home (& its curse) in this modern gothic horror. Characters occasionally feel undercooked, but the slick, indie-cinema style, elegant script & copious jump scares more than deliver.

As a new school assistant, @kateirelandpoet reshapes the classroom into a site of reckoning. A rebellious yet tender takedown of behaviour charts, neuronormative centred teaching & the oppressive myth of productivity. Looping monologue meets magical realism in a show that’s part-seminar, part self-rescue.

Her dad’s penis? Her mum’s capacity for petty? @courtneybcomedy’s delightfully chaotic set feels less stand-up, more bridesmaid-spilling-all-the-tea. (Ironic. Also #iconic.) We’ve no idea what’s really true, but the punchlines are effortless, the quirky is queered & the inside-joke energy is delish.

A solo odyssey, @jendigiacomo refracts a life of stutters, secrets & survival into a deft performance-lecture. Part family saga, part trans history, it humbles, enlightens & horrifies in equal measure, while the formally unsaid—neurodivergence, transgender—loom, impossible to ignore.

An (allegedly) closeted nun unravels in @prudenceplayig’s confessional comedy. Inventive voiceovers give this solo show an ensemble feel, but Prudence (literally) doth protest too much: a meandering plot & long-winded monologues cause the climax to fizzle.

@anafalconshow's late-night dance party kickstarts wry tales of ambition—from chasing gold stars in Mexico to teen promiscuity to stand up in Estonia. Abrupt storytelling aside, her off-beat punchlines, natural warmth & an empowering theme make for a refreshingly unique hour.

Bare bones storytelling with Greek mythos at its heart @oddsareshow takes us on a singular voyage through miscarriage, grief & cosmic karma. Shedding literal & metaphorical layers, Smita Russell’ s pure vulnerability underpins this heartbreakingly beautiful performance.

Five burnt-out mermaids swap siren songs for self-help at a Florida retreat for people-pleasers. @officialtalltails is a glitterbomb of 00s nostalgia, fishy feminism, wild revelations & diabolical puns. At times, the plot goes off-course, but the sisterhood slaps.

Authentic af, slickly staged & anchored by strong chemistry, playwright Ella Kendrick’s two-hander captures the grind & gender politics of hospitality— but uneven character arcs & late-breaking backstory blunt the impact of an otherwise potent mix.

In Pompeii’s final hour, a council meeting devolves from petty grievances into disaster denial. Horrible Histories meets Monty Python in @Fishing4Chips’ interactive farce. Nimble roleplay & punnery spotlights the climate crisis in the era of fake news.

Connor Malbeuf’s low-energy, loosely strung set drifts from half-baked political gags to underwhelming celebrity anecdotes, never interrogating its own premise. Frequent line flubs make this feel like a work-in-progress, not a political lightning rod.

@finellawaddilove’s twisted trek explores a strained friendship, blending prankish humour with gooey body horror. Sharp writing, jump scares & stellar portrayals keep us on edge— but 60 mins feels too short, leaving us hungry for more world building details.

In Marianne Tuckman’s vivid tragicomedy, climate anxiety seeps in like grime invading a once-pristine home. Slick choreography & Beckett-esque absurdity captures the fear of mothering in the face of a crumbling future—resonating even when the plot is hard to follow.

Don Murphy’s rise from humble Kerry cock to Hollywood star is a bizarre & brilliant epic. With electric physicality & steely delivery, @EvaO_Connor turns a poultry memoir into a clucking triumph of surreal storytelling, chock-full of wit, pathos & revolutionary zeal.

From #JuanRulfo's 'Pedro Páramo', Pulpo Arts conjures a primal storytelling ritual tinged with magical realism & channelling #Lorca's poetic fire. Mezcal, a quijada & a Mexican ghost town blur life, death, joy & sorrow. Bold yet brisk, we're left craving more.

Mundane office life meets Kafkaesque fantasy @TheHenChickens as oddball employee Herman wishes to become a snail—& does. It’s slow to start, but the absurdist charm hooks us thanks to Benedict Esland’s heartfelt, hilariously bizarre performance. Delightfully weird.

@gumbrielle takes us on a slice-of-life voyage of cancer diagnosis & treatment, where humour is the lifeline & chemo a taut trapeze act. A riveting blend of aerial grace & gut-punch vulnerability. Some moments strain for laughs, but its emotional core soars.

Smokeshow. Bold physical metaphors meet surrealist comedy as @smokeshowfringe's trio of gal pals do battle over one mediocre guy. The intensity of the boxing ring is dulled by blunt dialogue & audience interactions that can feel tacked on. Ambitious, but not quite a knockout.

I Wrote This Show Last Night. For our newfound #spontaneous soulsister @CourtneyBuchner, comedy is anything but routine. Striking a healthy balance between bold improv & smart structure, this changeable, interactive saga of #omg moments lingers long after the final punchline.

How Can I Help You? @CallumPHughes delivers a charmingly candid, acoustic diary of life as a chronic people pleaser. With warm, honest wit he draws connections between addiction, ADHD, toxic love & the struggle to say no. A poignant piece of pub theatre that lingers for days.

Amena Shehab's solo portrayal of a mum's escape from war torn Syria is powerful in premise but clunky in practice. Awkward transitions & unclear conversations leave us stuck on plot questions rather than absorbed in the emotional impact of Hagar's journey.

Is She For Real? Absurdism abounds in this whimsical romp through the annals of misogyny @TheHenChickens. Sharp physical comedy is matched by a unique ‘poor-theatre-meets-#Barbie’ aesthetic we adore But while the satire shines, clunky & confusing transitions break the flow.

Moonlighting TV exec @peakygrindrs' debut is a delicious serving of sass, crass & (upper) class, with enough industry insider tidbits to rival #GossipGirl. The best frenemy crowdwerk delights but we're gagging for a more structured set.

Alison Larkin: Grief… A Comedy. Larkin transforms the loss of her late fiancé into a singsong memoir, blending humour & heartache. Despite flashes of wit, charm & live piano score by Emmy-winner Gary Schreiner, the show feels stuck—physically confined & narratively unfinished.

Is This Thing On? Imagine #Rent's Maureen in an odd-couple sitcom. @SoLaFlair's fiery dramedy pits poet Liz & musician Mary in a battle of art, integrity & friendship. Both script & plot are deliciously complex but constrained; forget 60 min, we want a TV series with this duo.

Alan’s relentless quest to uncover his brother’s suicide unearths buried secrets & communal guilt in an Irish village. A stark set, eerie fiddle & raw questions drive the plot; wandering accents break the spell. Still, a bold expose of weaponised faith.

@darbyalexanderjames sets sail amid the wild, murky waters of sperm donation with sharp wit, irresistible charm & LOL lyrics. A dazzling blend of bawdy humour & profound introspection, it’s an audacious, heartfelt voyage from Facebook ad to the meaning of life.

An audition for a crime procedural triggers a visceral memory of assault, as Ellen Toland confronts her “fawn” trauma response. Survival & self-exploitation collide in @PrettyGoodNB’s incisive, nerve-pricking script & brilliantly understated performance.

A raw look at the world of a strip club from a fierce cast at Lockdown Projections, who challenge, complicate & redefine sisterhood. Despite some lags, fire pole routines & sharp writing combats stigma, stereotypes & assumptions. A fearless flipping of the script.

@hfh_productions’ shameless sex farce unpacks #PureOCD’s unspeakable fixations & taboo thoughts via breakneck banter, solid slapstick & Fleabag-style asides. The script boldly explores queerness & mental health but sticks to old tropes in lieu of a fresh perspective.

No No No Please No God No, Nevermind I’m Fine. Venturing into the psychedelic wilderness of the mind, @sarinanonono’s bad LSD trip is a metatheatrical exploration of fear & ego. Her command of chaotic storytelling is hypnotic, even when the message (like the narrative) blurs.

@CUMTS’ brooding Victorian song cycle sees a prison chaplain grappling with his faith amidst the confessions of 3 condemned souls. The premise is uniquely haunting but strangely devoid of harmonies, whilst poorly mixed levels left crucial plot points drowned out.

JINX ensemble’s pop-art spectacle attempts to dissect society’s existential angst in a surreal, cut-up narrative starring #KurtCobain. Boldly incoherent, this vivid experiment in randomness misses its mark, leaving the audience as mere bystanders to its absurdity.

Climate change becomes a #MelBrooks screwball comedy as we join a walrus’ quest for answers (& clams). A vibrant cast revels in witty one-liners & absurd antics, but a scattergun approach to narrative often leaves the plot treading water with overplayed gags.

Preteens, a laptop & an obsession that warps play into peril. Inspired by the #Slenderman tragedy, @MaguireWilder’s smoldering script inspires sublime performances in @MissingRibCo’s dark psychological thriller exploring the fragility of childhood.

Don’t Stop Believing: Theatric Remix of 1980s. @TorreyShine's nostalgic mashup of iconic 80s music & movie quotes is a wildly fun yet uneven ride. Cramped staging & so-so vocals are balanced by an infectious, heartwarming humour in this classic tale of small town, big dreams.

Three generations of women contemplate motherhood from the POV of 70s conformity to 90s rebellion to today. Evocative writing & a dynamic cast shine, but the story’s focus feels stuck in past feminist waves, missing a broader, contemporary understanding of girlhood.

God, The Devil, and Me. God + the Devil pause their regularly scheduled programming for Gabe, an earthly teen who could save the universe. Canned acting distracts & a straight-up confusing script with gaping plot holes leaves us in a perpetual state of: How did we get here?

Grow Up Magic Man. @TomBoltonMagic’s charming mix of mind-bending tricks & heartwarming storytelling is an instant family fave that begs for an (even more) immersive setting. Self-deprecating wit eschews Vegas-style flash & awe, instead reigniting pure childhood wonder & joy.

An imprisoned mother meets her estranged daughter in a monologue that battles fractured memories & constant societal scrutiny. @PhoebeLadenburg’s riveting portrayal is heartrending; a quest for survival & redemption that questions the cost of being a “good” mother.

Rachel Galvo serves a witty 50 mins of her own-brand feminism, mixing cheeky charm with self-deprecating humour. Her natural rizz & genuinely sharp takes on gendered humour shine but these flashes of brilliance get lost in a sea of rather “safe” anecdotes.

Breathing life into history’s footnotes, @ChrisHat’s musical sees a wet nurse thrust into the royal limelight to save the Stuart heir. Despite some rough bits, the strong cast & live music provide a gritty take on power, grief & the relentless bodily toll on women.

The Things I Did While Waiting For You To Fall Back In Love With Me. Chronicling the aftermath of a break up, @SarahHogewood’s dynamic solo odyssey is part #Hallmark movie, part existential crisis, gloriously witty & wholly relatable. A tiny stage can't confine this show's

In this fangirly, farcical séance, the of musical theatre receives a #callback from the dead. While a midshow critique of sexual harassment & representation feels shoehorned into the absurdism, @SummoningSteve's wild characters—living & dead—are pure gold. 4/5.

How Dead Am I? A pitch black comedy set in a purgatorial convenience store where blood-covered women must piece together their own murders. While glitchy choreography & time loops intrigue, the crowded stage & muddled plot dilute the impact of its commentary on femicide.

Sasha Krohn paints a vivid slice-of-life portrait of a psychiatric patient. Stellar choreo marries mime, acrobatics & dance, evoking the tramps of Chaplin & Beckett. Though visually bold, the uneven narrative loses steam & feels undone by an abrupt end.

Amber Heard (sort of) joins Shakespeare’s #iconic heroines in purgatory as they wait for a male tribunal to decide their fates. A great ensemble dynamic & witty, blank verse script dissects the “perfect victim” with finesse, despite some baffling plot points.

Gloria’s Gift. Divine dramedy sees Erica Tavares-Kouassi's God-turned-actor upstaged by Léona McLoughlin's unexpected Hope. Clever illusions—wine from water, wotsits from nowhere—delight, though the script’s pacing sometimes falters. A witty & warm poke at the human condition.

@Amymasoncomedy is #brat in her rollercoaster debut hour of self-discovery. An endearingly messy life is embraced via utterly hilarious anecdotes. Punchlines can be predictable, but Mason's oddball charm & poignant message of resilience make this show sing.

Aliens invade, men fall from the sky & Eurasian Owls run amok in @GrubbyComedy's goofball sketches. The duo's expert improv yields many happy accidents in a freewheeling #MontyPython-style hour full of wacky homemade props & witty audience interplay.

Mickey nostalgia meets drag schtick in a bawdy quest for true, 21st-century love's kiss. The premise is fun but a patchy & fairly preachy performance full of flubbed gags & pitchy vocals leaves us hoping to be carried far, far away.

The US govt’s 'Mozart clone experiment' (don’t ask) goes hilariously awry in this chaotic, tech-fail-filled romp by @ShittyMozart. From rat orgies to homemade instruments, comedy maestro Aaron Nemo’s self-deprecating charm orchestrates an absurd, must-see mess.

Artist & muse Dora Maar struggles to escape lover Picasso’s domineering hold in @NJackson_Actor ’s shrewd, Gen Z-flavoured two-hander. Evocative reveals of the pair’s artwork illuminate a tangled legacy, asking us to reconsider Maar as an artist, woman & individual.

Comedian @MitchBenn’s vivid voice conjures a full cast of #Dickens’ iconic characters in this abridged reading. With proceeds going to charity, this solo performance captures the communal spirit of the season, despite the occasional lapse in pacing & energy.

Rowan invites girlfriend Po to spend Midwinter with her family in @JackRobertson27 ’s #GetOut meets #Hereditary -style horror. Kooky characters, spot-on naturalistic dialogue & cosy maximalist Xmas set offer a merry family tale that devolves into a pastiche thriller.

An #AbbottCostello -like duo is in a performative purgatory, rehashing the one extant scene from a nonexistent playwright's 'Comedy in Five Acts' at @BaronsCourt_W14 . Existential musings remind us of #Beckett , but the imagined writer thread remains half-baked.

Co-writers & performers Dan & Jeff speed run seven pantomimes in an 80-minute wacky parody. While each actor shines best flying solo, @PottedPanto ’s dynamic duo serves up a buffet of audience interaction, dazzling costume changes, hilarious gags & fab puppetry.

Two Northern gals enjoy girly talk & (cheap!) clubbing in @KatMartin92 ’s dramedy. Bold direction infuses stage magic into a witty script that deftly dissects class struggle & slut-shaming. We came for the party but stayed for the startling social commentary.

Exploring physics, time & human connection, @antimatter_prod ’s compelling #scifi drama weaves the stories of six survivors in a post-apocalyptic world. A more succinct script & dynamic staging could do wonders; still, the ensemble’s committed performances engage.

@BoldMellon ’s Maddie & Dan explore the lived experience of Tourette’s through a fusion of performance art, dance & discussion. Raw physical motifs speak volumes, though a hazy script sometimes clouds their message. A proudly accessible, boldly inclusive work-in-progress.

@AidanKSadler (David Bowie reborn?) seizes the stage in a variety show extravaganza featuring a pantless businessman, a Bollywood/R&B/Britpop medley, a cheeky cat lady & the chic-est of burlesque stars. A weirdly wonderful cabaret that dazzles & ends all too soon.

Two teens navigate a turbulent friendship against a backdrop of drugs & domestic tragedy in @_TPowell_ ’s modern drama. Although well-paced, plot holes & false obstacles distract; still, the script's lush imagery & grounded performances keep us hooked.

A man reveals the remnants of an intricate relationship in @nthdegreetheatr ’s masterfully evocative solo show. Ronan Dempsey’s #poortheatre artistry transforms a mop into Trish, weaving heartbreak & humour. A powerful, silent narrative that speaks volumes.

Two lovers meet during the epic rise of Jesus in John Richmond’s online musical. This unconventional piece, characterised by AI-generated voices & stock images, leaves audiences puzzled with a baffling plot, superficial songs, minimal payoff & unclear purpose.

@_johnfranklin_ ’s #standup radiates a natural zest for life while weaving off-kilter stories about his dad. His easygoing charm makes up for a somewhat one-note performance, offering a comedic plate where everyone can find something to feast on.

Blue Barr Productions’ foray into the ‘manosphere’ charts a man’s descent into online extremist ideology in the wake of #gamergate . This ambitious but ham-fisted satire arguably oversteps the thin line between insightful critique & inadvertent amplification of hate.

Quid Pro Quo Theatre’s domestic drama centres an alcoholic housewife’s contempt for her cheating husband. The script hints at #HeddaGabbler , with compelling characters & lyrical narration, but tedious transitions & stiff performances sap energy from the plot.

#AStarIsBorn meets #BlackMirror in @FuelTheatre ’s razor sharp satire which explores the risks of social media fame in the AI era. Impressively cohesive, with witty script, slick direction & phenomenal casting, it’s a provocative battle between algorithms & authenticity.

@Bwhiteheadvoice hilariously embodies the #WaitForIt motto, owning awkward pauses with fab deadpan comedy. Ranging from knock-know jokes to more risqué themes, his creepy persona & brilliantly unhurried pace serve up a deliciously comic treat.

@pitherprods ’ quartet of astounding short horror plays is #blackmirror meets #thetwilightzone . Commanding performances enthral whilst inventive & brilliantly brief scripts steer clear of clichéd tropes, tapping into our most primal #Frightmares .

Hung for witchcraft in 1665, Agatha now finds herself flat-sharing 21st-century Kate’s body. In this bewitching solo show, @StaceyHasLanded serves up multi-roling brilliance & an eerie portrayal of a possessed body, making for a memorable #horrorcomedy night.

@3dumbtheatre 's masterful dramatisation of #Poe 's short stories transforms every word into a tangible nightmare. While some tales are tonally alike, the performance skillfully utilises the candlelit stage, vividly evoking the eerie ambience of Gothic architecture.

@laughingmirror ’s playful spin on the #GunpowderPlot presents Fawkes’ foiled scheme in all its hilarious glory. The slapstick comedy à la #MontyPython is gimmicky & occasionally grating, but sharp performances & spot-on comedic timing deliver with a bang!

Cheekykita's surreal comedy features an array of zany characters, from a witty octopus to a naughty ghost fly. The solo show’s intent lacks clarity & ad-libbed style may hint at ill-preparation, but audience involvement pushes the envelope & keeps us cackling.

@DHoskinactor brings iconic characters from #scary films to life in this upbeat sketch comedy show. Although an undeniably sharp #mime solo piece, the physical narrative takes time to warm up. Still, spot-on sound effects deftly evoke a spooky, kooky world. WIP

Is a routine-driven, people-pleasing life worth leading? @Georenimo 's one-person show depicts Hamlet's jester in the midst of an existential crisis. A stark leap between comic interaction & heartfelt monologues baffles, yet a sharp, ingenious performance captivates.

@JRHprods ’ spooky double-bill ventures into an eerie forest & the human psyche. While #WeAreMonsters ’s script is yet to be fully fledged, #Glass longs for a tighter narrative. Still, engaging acting & surprising turns keep the #Halloween vibes kicking.

A riveting adaptation of George Orwell’s #classic , @immersive1984 deftly navigates the underbelly of the notorious Ministry of Truth. With a thrilling cast & fab pre-filmed video, the show examines the chilling prospect of what comes when misinformation prevails.

@PolisLoizou ’s solo show blends B-movie horror & folklore tales to explore the intricacies of gender & sexual identity. Undercooked mythological analogies & poetry segments jar & threaten to muddle the piece, yet shape-shifting physicality captivates. WIP

Em flips her mom's former flat to escape skyrocketing rent & encounters eerie phenomena @CITheatre 's comic monologue evokes the suspense of old-time radio shows. Solid writing builds up stark moments of dread, but its pay-off fizzles out rather than bang. WIP

Laima Vanaga retells the harrowing love affair of Gilbert, a half-human, half-turnip nobleman! A finely crafted scarecrow-like puppet adds intrigue & energy, but the tale falters with line flubs & excessive plot twists overrun an already epic story.

#fangirl fantasy turns nightmarish in @SplitTheatre ’s solo show. Alex Millington's smooth singing & off-beat interactions soothe us for the road ahead. A shift from naive charmer to serial killer could be more gradual, but thriller twists still transfix.

@FakeEscapeTC ’s powerful trio navigates migration & loss in a heart-warming, thought-provoking drama that explores human connection in the face of trauma. A clever script is matched by strong acting & witty direction, which compensates for a somewhat abrupt ending.

@weareETT 's haunting, contemporary reimagining delves into modern horror tropes to the depict madness & societal turmoil that permeates the plot. Exceptional tech & a diverse cast shine, yet muted portrayals of the Macbeths weaken the impact. Ambitious, if imperfect.

Medium Rare Productions’ zany mashup sees #Beetlejuice meet #FawltyTowers in the most haunted hotel lobby in Essex. Despite plot holes, playful horror references from Daphne du Maurier to Vincent Price & a spirited finish make for an endearingly spooky show.

@weareETT ’s adaptation paints with broad strokes, at times missing nuances of #KenLoach ’s cinematic critique of the UK’s welfare state. It’s a more polemic, less intimate take, but the cast ably captures shame, isolation & despair caused by an inhumane system.

A couple revisits the road to divorce in a nonlinear yet predictable anti-romcom. Despite the frank "divorce party" premise, depth & nuance are MIA in this tale of chronic miscommunication. The cast endears but bland dialogue & direction fails to engage.

@thelotprods ’ docudrama is a turbulent dive into 1970s New York’s LGBTQ+ movement, charting the unlikely rise of gay rights advocate #MerleMiller . A fascinating protagonist propels a lengthy, narration-heavy script, which begs for less editorial & more action.

@CamilleNaoimiD imagines autoimmune disease as a psychedelic war zone, where cells take centre stage. The vibe is #OsmosisJones meets #WillyWonka in a genre-bendingly playful yet poignant take on invisible illness. The ending wavers, but its evolution excites.

Dramaiocht Productions’ pioneering performance features a mixed ability cast who fill Wilde’s classic with fresh humour. But poor set design & blocking pull focus: distracting entrances, bad sight lines & cheap set dressings break the illusion.

Illusion duels reality in @Barking_Hearts ' medieval fever-dream which sees an illicit queer romance punished by brutal captivity. Weaving intricate plot threads of love, power & deception, this genre-bending piece defies boxes. Boldly conceived, staged & performed.

Riverside Studios' ambitious yet sanitised take stumbles with its triple-Iago twist, extra scenes & stylised action. While Shakespeare's prose resonates, the emotional rawness of this tragedy goes amiss. A brave attempt at reinterpretation, but sometimes less is more.

Fragrant aromas, rich folklore, rare history & tasty snacks combine in @BradanTheatre ’s solo epic. With warmth & wisdom, James Ireland transports us to the Wicklow Mountains, exploring the ecological context & impact of the foods we love.

An aging, arthritic drag queen fails to cope after a fall from stardom in Gen Z Gender's decadent solo show. Sadly, the titular role feels miscast as a young actor playing 'old' & the script's yummily sardonic asides are let down by a muted, energy-sapping delivery.

@TheSolarBear presents a triad of silent tales @thebeaconarts : a dance of nostalgia, a comedy of amnesia & a surreal, multimedia-laden voyage to the present. At times, the pacing can drag, but these vignettes create a heartwarming, rib-tickling mosaic of modern life.

@rosaleenjcox ’s triptych of monologues explores life-altering struggles with eating disorders, addiction & sexual assault. Vividly written, with complex (interconnected?) female protagonists, each darkly comic plot features dramatic twists that leave you reeling. WIP

Weaving the Mahabharata's tale of the blindfolded queen Gandhari with stories of modern Indian women, Vaishali Chakravarty bridges millennia while unravelling universal experiences of motherhood. A compelling performance that explores self-deception & social masking.

An elite family's dysfunction is laid bare in Polly Stenham's harrowing script; paired with Josh Seymour's direction, it revels in physical & emotional mess. Niamh Cusack leads a fine cast whose skilful portrayals skirt melodrama, finding authenticity in extremes.

@Lynnbrooklyn 's powerfully lyrical, spiritual prose chronicles the tragic destruction of an elephant for ivory. With @MirandaCromwell 's riveting staging, this modern griot's lament decries greed, stolen lineage & appeals to our collective conscience.

Unfolding in a series of candid vignettes, Louis Deslis' Franco-Irish tale of love & loss captures the sting of a relationship ending. Blending crisp humour & melancholy, Deslis' immovable presence centre stage, evokes #Beckett 's famously minimal yet evocative staging.

@springheel_pro 's unique gig-theatre epic reinvents #Faustus with an original electronic soundtrack. A grief-stricken man is offered a life-changing deal in an immersive plot that weaves vibrant voice acting, devilish twists, grim humour & profound questions of fate.

Set aboard an extravagant cruise, @MalapropTheatre 's satire pairs climate doom & family discord. This tragicomic gem shines with a vibrant cast & myriad influences from post-dramatic to pop-art to Brechtian aesthetics. A provocative reflection with style & substance.

Explosive & sublime, #MOSH @projectarts dives deep into music subculture. Visceral physicality & rapturous sound reveal a sense of liberation & defiance beneath the chaos. Audio anecdotes add poignancy, strip away preconceptions & celebrate this vibrant, raw dance form.

From avian myths to aerial drones, Martha Knight explores humanity's quest to transcend terrestrial boundaries. Experimental soundscapes, folk music & electrifying voice distortion fuse in a vivid portrayal of our imagination & innovation.

@KirbyThompsonn & @orlalagraham 's portrait of four Belfast students captures a spectrum of experience, from exuberant friendship to destabilising trauma after an assault. Despite heavy narration, the script compellingly explores trust & blame, resilience & sisterhood.

Revisiting forgotten star Carol White's cinematic legacy, Ewen Moore script evokes hints of #SunsetBoulevard 's melancholy. Yet, the songs break the spell, leaning more toward modern cabaret than the swinging 60s, while a muddled timeline clouds the narrative.

Film & stage combine in @Loomtheatre ’s thriller, a Pinteresque power play between a struggling actor & dark father figure. Striking on screen, the live performance doesn’t hold the same sway, with functional staging & a script that yearns for a satisfying climax.

In the tight confines of a van, @ctcleary 's intimate & immersive family drama delves into the heart of toxic masculinity. Subverting Chekhov's gun, the superb script challenges us with unresolved tension. Amid crumbling relationships it asks: Do we truly listen?

A mashup of Chaplin-style satire & capitalist critique @BewleysCTheatre . Conor Murray's vibrant, slickly-directed performance swings between hilarity & haunting introspection, evoking the Kafkaesque struggles of a young intern trapped in a time-obsessed world.

@stephenbrower 's Wildean satire skewers the commodification of LGBTQ+ identities. As #BillieBowtie he confronts conformity & authenticity in a social critique #JudithButler would cheer. Despite a muted bare stage, this comedic gem packs an emotional punch.

A mesmeric contemporary piece @DanceBase , #Habitat presents the journey of a hermit crab as a metaphor for emigration. Bodies, ambient noise, emotive lighting & intricate paper sculptures create a narrative of growth & change, though some sequences yearn for clarity.

Depicting the journey to womanhood, @Elle_D_Reams ' portrayal is a transformative exploration of adolescence, femininity & identity. With echoes of #TheEdgeOfSeventeen , the storytelling shines, deftly balancing teen angst & wry humour in a resounding message of self-love.

Brainfools' inventive circus spectacle sees a city dweller undergo a Kafkaesque transformation from man to bird. Initially bursting with ideas, the plot falters with mixed performances. A heartfelt ode to society's marginalised, but in real need of refinement.

@ObehiJanice channels the verve of #Casanova in this solo theatre-cum-stand-up hour. Delving into dating quirks & motifs, Janice's sharp anecdotes subtly critique the male gaze on Black femininity, all wrapped in wit & impeccable delivery. An audaciously guilty pleasure.

@PlatformPres ' lovably quirky, tenderly raw portrait of grief strikes a delicate balance between its poignant depths & absurdist facets. From submarine tragedy to melon epiphanies, Isla's journey is a beautifully rendered dance of mental anguish & resilience.

An exploration of queer divinity & sensuality, challenging Western norms. Jian Yi fuses Eastern dance with multimedia artistry, crafting an ethereal escape akin to a #psychedelic spa. Though the narrative remains nebulous, it offers a transportive, serene oasis.

A solo memoir with cabaret & physical comedy, @glennwallis_ endears with wit, musical panache & existential musing. Probing the tensions between ambition, anxiety & artistic integrity, here is a candid portrait of the artist in the 21st century.

Shearing’s soul-stirring masterwork is intimate & epic. This eco-conscious spectacle merges life cycles of forests & humans—think #Thoreau ’s transcendentalism applied to the climate crisis. Invoking awe & urgency, it's a timely reflection on our impact on Earth.

A solo dramedy with surreal twists, @SelfHelpTheatre tackles the effect of alpha male influencers. Versatile storytelling —from #acoustic guitar songs to #TikTok vids—weaves a Jekyll & Hyde narrative exploring toxic masculinity, but with a bafflingly abrupt ending.

Artfully deconstructing teen tropes, @rosabow_ offers noughties-Dublin-disco nostalgia laced with shrewd social commentary. A truly remarkable performance; each character emerges as a prism of young femininity. A superb live DJ elevates but begs for fuller involvement.

An existential crisis set to a laugh track, @angelavoipierre & @JaneBelindaWatt smash the fourth wall to reveal a mirror reflecting our social anxieties. Jazz underscores the gloriously absurd as they confront the uncomfortable with a ferocious wit.

Charming yet elusive, @katiekopajtic interlaces a mundane audition tape with a mystic #VirginiaWoolf encounter. Razor-sharp dialogue & video gags outshine a plot wanting dramatic urgency, while #JasonBateman -dry wit clashes with an overwrought Woolf caricature.

A spin class becomes sanctuary & quasi-cult in Jamie Lee-Money's autobiographical quest to process bereavement & prevent cancer. Despite rough transitions, the play captures the disorienting chaos of grief & questions the myriad ways we attempt to cope or escape.

A breakup saga bubbling with #BoBurnham -esque panache, @sesantos unpacks codependency in a raucous musical comedy. OCD serves as both adversary & mentor, lighting a path to self-acceptance. An inventive, self-aware & deeply resonant portrayal.

@saskia_solomons ' gorgeously kinetic display of clowning explores a potent taboo: money. The comedy excels physically, but skims rather than skewers topics of class & privilege. Evoking #Bouffon & #Molière ’s satires, lacks their bite— engaging more than rousing.

Melding Southern swagger & theatrical synergy, @PowerOfYep embarks on a faux global book tour, wrapping the audience in layers of #NoisesOff -style irony. Despite a flagging pace in the second act, this farce is a hilarious send up of the self-help industry.

Miriam Battye's yummy script takes a scalpel to romance, probing the cerebral yet retaining the heart. Brilliant performances transform a date into a psychological ballet, while fluid set design punctuates the emotional whiplash. Raw, sage & boldly abrupt.

An intense solo portrait, @bethcalvertlee 's portrayal blends social critique & harrowing vulnerability. Though its plot begs for a cathartic moment, the piece boldly dissects urban isolation, street harassment & systemic gaslighting.

Father-son dysfunction foregrounds political disenfranchisement in Surrogate Productions' adaptation of Édouard Louis' autofiction. Indicting a neoliberal system for personal tragedy, the themes are provocative, but characters seem half-etched sketches.

A mosaic of Irish culture, Minikin Theatre deftly blends folklore with riveting live music & puppetry. Evoking the modern mythology of #Yeats & the magical realism of #GarcíaMarquez , the vivid stories invite us into a multi-sensory dreamscape.

An intense solo exploration of love, belonging & self-discovery. #reecelewis captures both the universal human ache for connection & the specific pains of navigating love as a black gay man in London. An authentic unmasking of the soul— though the smoking was overdone.

A subversive riot, @Alchemation combines both the badass hits of #SixTheMusical & the morally suspect satire of #Dexter . Performed with phenomenal Broadway-finesse, the wild plot champions complex Asian women & chooses *violence* against societal boxes.

A vivid tapestry of human experience woven by a master storyteller. @lynnfergy 's charisma & poignant stories—ranging from family tales to cancer battles—captures hearts, yet her activist coda feels like an afterthought, almost but not quite landing.

Plucky Prods' dramedy about adulthood, grief, & neurodiversity aims for #Fleabag flair but trips on plot. Despite this, it shines in autistic representation & delivers Miranda Hart-like charm; but an earnest effort can't fully save a shaky script.

A sommelier processes grief in a tale that suggests the melancholic aroma of #JoanDidion ’s ‘Year of Magical Thinking’ yet leans heavily on clichés. Structural quirks—scent as narrative motif & audience-as-breadmaking-class—intrigue but, like young wine, need maturing.

@CrashBurnsPlay serves up a banquet of #Chekhovian woes marinated in millennial angst. The ensemble sparkles, even as their quicksilver dialogue sometimes eludes capture. A life-affirming tragicomedy that probes the existential chasms of the 'now' generation.

@darkfield_org turns a shipping container into a quasi-ward where placebo pills & sensory stimuli challenge the boundaries of reality. Reclined in a bunkbed, an enigmatic voice urges to us buy into a new reality; it's cerebral, intriguing—but seldom emotionally engaging.

Depicting life from a brown girl's POV, @Coconut_Play asks pivotal questions about cultural identity & belonging... but falls short of an original narrative. A fun, multi-roling portrayal, we're reminded of Mindy Kaling's #NeverHaveIEver , but long for a fresher take.

Charismatic & relatable, we're deeply invested in @rickysimcomedy 's tale of #gaysian culture clash & self-discovery. Sure, the narrative swings sharply from laughter to grief, at times feeling thematically adrift—but the story's heart is undeniable.

@OMTheatreCo 's sci-fi two-hander weighs love, memory & choice, conjuring shades of #EternalSunshine in an exquisite script. Grounded, intimate portrayals capture the nostalgia, heartbreak & regret of a failed relationship.

A heartrending, if unevenly paced, courtroom drama that thrusts the audience into the jury box, forcing a reconsideration of justice itself. We are akin to #12AngryMen , probing the flaws of a legal system ill-equipped to tackle the nuances of domestic abuse.

@Nathan_QD 's 1hr odyssey of love & self-discovery is more conversation than monologue. From Beyoncé lyrics to techno raves, the plot unfolds like jazz improv: fluid, daring, familiar, unpredictable— a moving communion of humour, heritage & heart.

@INK_festival serves an unflinching look at the dark corners of football. As a coach battling past & present demons, Chris Larner's raw performance seems to reinvent Willy Loman for the modern day. Sobering, timely, but yearning for a more dynamic plot & staging.

A dance mosaic, stitching classical & modern, humour & subversion into a genre-defying tapestry. Imagine if #BalletOParis & #MontyPython co-authored a doctoral thesis on gender fluidity. Lafeuille challenges norms & rewrites the lexicon via a choreography of resistance.

Set in Mauritius, @sparkinthedark ’s layered exploration of identity & family ties has echoes of #ZadieSmith 's nuanced character studies in "Swing Time". While we crave a slower narrative cadence to savor each persona, the raw performance & evocative lighting is stunning.

A witty exploration of AI in the arts, Cook collaborates with an embodied ChatGPT on his magic set. Blurring tech & illusion, storyteller & subject, is this Pirandello in the age of neural networks?

@LoloUnplugged 's afro-futuristic debut recalls the complex characters of Octavia Butler's #Kindred & channels #BlackMirror 's tech-dystopia. Ably grappling with Black identity, it falters with world-building plot holes & problematic portrayals of indigenous faiths.

Last Minute Productions' portrait of a cancer diagnosis, alternates a sober medical gaze with messy human affairs. The grounded performances & deft comedy deserve kudos. But story structure collapses midway, with protracted scenes that impede the narrative flow.

An expertly executed deep-dive into seven seasons of a cult classic, told from Spike's undead heart. @BuffyRevamped navigates this nostalgia like a virtuoso—each character distinct & delicious. Hit songs & audience participation in the finale is a masterstroke.

Processing the aftermath of a U.S. school shooting via the eyes of a Deputy Sheriff, @17MinutesPlay 's soft naturalism & elegant dialogue subtly offsets its jarring subject matter. Anchored by an exceptional cast, the play marries tension, grief & a call to action.

A carnival of vulnerability, empowerment & ecstasy, @KitSinclairO 's tale of late 'queer puberty' channels the life-affirming energy of #AudreLorde 's 'uses of the erotic'. Seamless multimedia & accessible captioning elevate this riveting memoir to rousing manifesto.

Blinded by her pursuit of 'the one', Candy dates a #lovebomber with disastrous results. Danielle Scott's highly relatable script shines light on timely themes, but the performance needs clearer direction & polish to pack a greater emotional punch.

A raucous mix of comedy, daring stunts & a dash of nudity. #AdultsOnlyMagicShow thrives on a charismatic trio with great audience rapport, who casually recount their origin story in between jaw-dropping feats. Sure to turn any sceptic into a believer.

Theatre, comedy & contemporary dance merge as @SWeinachter masterfully uses the stage and body to explore grief & remembrance. Moving with lithe grace, painting narratives with her limbs, the emotional ebb & flow may remind enthusiasts of Pina Bausch’s Tanztheater.

Redefining 'sexy', @friend_anna charts a transformative path from insecure teen to self-assured bisexual woman. Despite wanting more creative theatricality to mirror its emotional depth, it's an intimate, witty & poignant love letter to self-discovery.

@darkfield_org hijacks our senses with pitch darkness, binaural audio & a surreal, high-concept plot that nods to #Inception . It's sensory artistry à la @SwampMotel . Yet, an elusive plot—a river of enigmatic ideas—leaves us like Ariadne, grasping for a cohesive thread.

The individual rhythms of two turbulent lives entwine with the beats that defined noughties London. Urban bard @danusiasamal 's lyrical epic resonates deeply, rejects easy answers & reveals hard-won truths, all while taking us back to the Ministry, where God is a DJ.

Depicting a writer researching sex work, @SplitTheatre 's meta-narrative nods to Williams' seminal play but lacks its sensitivity. Though a compelling tale of betrayal, the script feels akin to a male-gaze fantasy, fetishising women with little autonomy.

A feast of savagery, @AllIsPink_ plates up a masterful farce à la Swift's #AModestProposal , tinged with the macabre flavours of #SweeneyTodd . Brisk, black humour & culinary nightmares collide in this caustic dissection of class & consumerism.

An eclectic mix of multimedia, audience interplay & raw takes on Black masculinity. Lekan Lewal combines superheroes, Chekhov, live cinema & combat-dance in a cacophony of ideas that never quite finds harmony. A series of abstract proposals seeking a thematic compass.

@theoperalocos marries opera's grandeur with a nostalgic nod to Commedia dell'arte. While the vocals captivate despite being occasionally out of sync, the comedic sketches rely on timeworn clichés that beg for a creative update to engage younger audiences.

@PearProductions captures the fear of gender-based violence in a slow-burning, foreboding drama that unfurls from different perspectives. While that lack of soundscape emphasises isolation, it can sometimes feel like a missed opportunity for enhanced atmosphere.

A multi-generational epic, @marta__bonito crafts a provocative meditation on migration. With stirring choreography, intimate stories & timelessly abstract set pieces, she confronts border politics, urging us to question where one's body "belongs".

@BoxHouseTheatre 's reimaginings infuse classic folktales with new life. Bare staging focuses on flawless physicality & embraces pure, primal storytelling. From Goldilocks to Vikings we watch physical theatre waltz with Brothers Grimm in a realm of dark whimsy.

@ItaiErdal frankly reflects on the Israeli-Arab conflict, sharing candid tales from his IDF days. Miniature toy soldiers are used to illustrate events; though visually charming, they end up further muddying the already complicated & info-dense narrative.

An intricate tale of trauma, @CarbonTheatre parallels a mortician's precision & raw emotional chaos. Donnachie channels Antigone's defiance & Ophelia's despair in seeking confrontation & catharsis. This survivor's journey reminds us that healing ≠ neat endings.

Millennial humour abounds in this satirical take on toxic masculinity. How do you become a "man" in a world where traditional rites of passage are no more? A mix of slapstick, songs & a bear narrator should work, but 2D characters & unvaried gags fall flat.

Kafkaesque surrealism depicts the psyche's dark corridors in @robinson_mais 's urban fable, which highlights mental heath struggles via uncanny metaphors. Pretzel-twisted creatures & bubblegum cardigans paint a vivid, dreamy horror. Going to Ilford? Think again.

Butoh, physical theatre & performance art blend as @maxpandfriends explores the Philippines' colonial past, cultural erasure, and the duality of pain & sensuality. Artaud's cruelty meets Abramović's conceptual boldness. A rich, subversive tableau of identity & memory.

In @ykylive , art mirrors life with poetic finesse. From the adrenaline of #DieHard 's iconic moments, to the tender beats of a #NoraEphron rom-com subplot, to the dash of pantomime in performance, this succeeds on every level; a rhythmic, rhyming tour de force.

With echoes of Kaufman's #EternalSunshineOfTheSpotlessMind the boundary between memory & identity is blurred in this allegorical sci-fi. While Cowart charms & tech is slick, the script loses us in its labyrinth. A shaky dance between a star's potential & narrative chaos.

A multimedia reflection on the Afghan war, vividly brought to life. Yet, the second act diverts to the less gripping tale of this play's creation. Despite meta-theatrical critique, Naylor’s ego often eclipses the profound pain of his Afghan subjects.

A critique of the UK gov's handling of Covid in care homes, this play lacks the heart & eloquence of Jack Thorne's #Help . Juxtaposing the historic Shipman murders muddies the message, whilst multiple Matt Hancock sex/r*pe fantasies add little to no value.

In 1940s Baghdad, an Iraqi Jewish family faces antisemitism & the looming spectre of the Cold War. @mother_of_kamal crafts a Middle Eastern tale that unravels a web of secrecy, guilt & fractured timelines in which memories ebb, flow, splinter & converge.

Transforming raw trauma into dry humour, @shitfromkiran shares tales of assault, reclaiming identity & considers the virtues of being a victim or villain. Playful & frank, Deol coolly admires both our conflicted humanity & the cathartic power of laughter.

From the comedic surrealism of a tangoing carrot to silently sombre ruminations on time, #Bills44th fuses a puppet show with a Proustian exploration of memory & longing. Puppetry transcends medium to become language— charming, resonant & profoundly introspective.

@shairaberg 's creates a chilling, Kafkaesque allegory of dismissed trauma, where sexual assault is a tangible wound, shocking & ignored. An able cast embodies society's blind eye, but the unevenly paced script & unclear directorial choices stifle a powerful premise.

An astute tragicomedy with a Brechtian twist, @gushtheplay is a poignant portrayal of a plumber coming to terms with trauma. The brilliantly balanced plot unfurls with confidence & sensitivity akin to #PrimaFacie , with a heart-rending reveal that hits like a burst pipe.

Mixing the seemingly mundane with #BlackMirror -esque sci-fi, a duo completes mysterious tasks under a microscope. @CraigHenry6 crafts a profound commentary on grief's myriad forms. Meta-theatre meets astute psychological portraits in this compelling piece.

@thedannybeard transcends #DragRace icon in a wild cabaret that, despite tech hiccups, features unmatched vocals & brash humour. From vulnerable to uplifting; sexy clown to shady b*tch, expect a banquet of audacious humour & heart-tugging sincerity.

Exploring WWII's untold history, #BorisIII 's vibrant cast & folk songs shine. But like #Valkyrie or #SchindlersList , questions of artistic liberty vs. accuracy arise; what is lost when we romanticise the past?

From life in Croydon to the perils of dating apps, @dickdenham_ 's debut stand-up delves into the hilarity of British culture, millennial life & queer identity. Clever wordplay offsets occasionally over-explained punchlines in this delightful 45-min escapade.

@thisispopbaby arrives like a storm, ferociously unapologetic & gloriously in-yer-face. Set within the pulsing queer club scene, masterful choreography & an unrelenting narrative uncovers taboo truths. An electrifying commentary on pleasure, consent & identity.

@thistimcrouch is maestro, first-chair & front-row patron as he orchestrates a symphony of meta-narratives. Each performance, with a fresh scene partner, evolves like a chapter in an unputdownable book... Yet, we long to turn the tables on this modern Pirandello.

A brave attempt at using surrealism to explore trauma, #LieLow evokes Ionesco's absurd, but the script stumbles with implausible characters & a lack of nuance re. exposure therapy & harassment claims. Fine acting can't revive this disjointed, glibly provocative plot.

#DavidLescot 's three-hander views a life through the lens of money. On a bare stage, 40 characters whirl by, transient as transactions. The American take on a French script has dissonant beats, but avoids overt editorialising, allowing us to ponder, what is life worth?

@AwkwardProds ' whirlwind of queer comedy & multimedia flair celebrates Lady Di's legacy. Linus Karp *eats* in a deliciously unpredictable, gloriously subversive & 100% iconic portrayal. Despite an overlong finale, Diana is royally entertaining.

Dark comedy meets eco-anxiety in @920Collective 's real-world philosophical debate on moral choices in the face of impending doom. Matched by stellar performances & world building, a slick, shrewdly elusive script poses haunting questions.

SOMETHING TO TAKE OFF THE EDGE dives into '80s prison life with fervour. McGlashan's spirited portrayal offers humor, grit, & Hobnobs, but yearns for varied tempos to let poignant beats breathe. Powerful, yet a smidge more nuance could amplify its depths.

Inspired by Gibson's ecological psychology, @mamoru_iriguchi manipulates perception & reality to create an interactive play-space. We are reborn into a kitschy, nostalgic, digital dreamscape.

A quirky exploration of fruit identity, @bananagalligan 's flair shines as the alluringly French Gros Michele & the boxed introvert, Cavendish. At times narrative coherence dips but the audacious blend of humour & introspection asks: Are we all ripe for transformation?

Rising to the Herculean challenge of adapting Welsh's cult-classic, @TrainspotLive 's immersive whirlwind, raw & riveting, never lulls. Fine-tuned, in-yer-face portrayals & flawless tech hurl us from shocking hilarity to harrowing tragedy; an indelible ride.

Immersing us in gritty 1980's Leith, @pretty_knickers ' blend of live music & spoken word unveils the lives of sex workers following a murder. A radiant ensemble match impressive stagecraft; though each scene shines, the plot seeks a climax as riveting as its cast.

Agatha Christie meets raunchy, late-night Pigalle in @AnnaLouLarkin 's intoxicating, accordion-scored cabaret. Her Lecoq chops elevate a chic murder mystery whose plot veers tipsily off-course near the climax. Fab accents & wine tips are the pièce de résistance.

Set in an alternate 17th-century England, @forayplay traces the tension between the idealism of youth vs harsh realities of leadership. Creative costumes & cinematic aesthetics enthral but the labyrinth of subplots occasionally dilute the plot’s focus.

The Miles Sisters plunge us into post-revolutionary France, as asylum patient Théroigne de Méricourt unfurls her tumultuous past. While visually pleasing, the clichéd exploration of madness lacks depth & urgency. Why does this character choose to tell this tale now?

@chipsandiceshow paints a compelling portrait of a Glaswegian father wrestling with a familial legacy of inherited anger & neglect. A dynamic script & performance captures the duality of love & inner strife, but leaves us craving a tighter narrative focus.

Virginia Woolf's lyrical profundity meets American Psycho's raw nihilism in the mimetic age of TikTok. @thegoatexchange captures the spirit of a generation disillusioned by politicians, empowered by digital platforms & spurred to rage against the machine.

A veteran whale specialist & a young marine biologist escort a crippled whale on a final voyage across the Pacific. @HiveMCR ’s lyrical script contrasts the ruggedness of field research vs. the emotional fluidity of coming of age. More nuanced characters would do wonders.

@robinince invites us on an intimate tour of literary wonderlands. The relaxed script is a joyous chaos of words, passion & unexpected tangents, think of it as a charming seminar & bookish pilgrimage, but pack light— you’ll leave with a long reading list.

A heartwarming yet turbulent tale of friendship & onions, so many onions. Stunning cabaret antics entwine with stories of grief & growth. Despite some obvious plot holes & flat characters, stellar cyr-wheel artistry & the ensemble's energetic zeal shines bright.

A slice-of-life portrait of a London drug dealer, @gdicksonprods ' intimate play eschews 'gritty glamour' to focus on mundane moments. Charly's mantra, "I'm fine" echoes #LaHaine 's melancholic, "So far, so good". A meandering but magnetic tale of inner desolation.

McCollister’s storytelling stand up muses on addiction, obsession & what it means to be ‘tragic’. Her flippant approach to survivors of abuse, a choice to show photos of an exploited child & scream-singing interludes create an odd, uncomfortable air.

With multimedia enhancing poignant spoken word, @visualsauceco explores love & coercive control from a Zambian-British woman's perspective. Chili's descent from spirited to broken hits hard, her tale a tightrope walk between joy & tragedy.

Blending family-friendly improv with eco-consciousness, @wildthingsimpro rescue 100% real species like the "slinky-legged emu from extinction. Though some scenes soar while others sputter, the green-garbed ensemble, live music & dynamic lighting are fully in-sync.

A deliciously vengeful dark comedy about a jilted bride, @ikilledmyex pushes female friendship to a murderous extreme. Some punchlines fall flat & the repeated anal sex quips lose their edge, but the brash script delivers on fun plot twists to keep you hooked.

In a pitch black shipping container, @darkfield_org evokes a Victorian-era horror story. Despite rich, atmospheric tension, the predictable plot & vague characters dilute the piece's sensory potency, with a climax that relies more on volume than narrative revelations.

A poignant battle between individual & collective identity, @footdown brilliantly navigates queerness & faith in post-Troubles Northern Ireland. A burgeoning lesbian romance shines light on internalised homophobia, generational scars & the harrowing cost of prejudice.

@womxnxarts ' magnetic prose, resonant soundscapes & magical realism depict the effects of street harassment. Zimbabwean spirituality underpins a metamorphosis from woman to lion in a riveting, empowering portrayal of trauma & rage.

Recounting an outrageous trek through Thailand, including a life-altering coffee, @1RoomSleep1Nite showcases resilience & the power of laughter in adversity. While the casual delivery begs for greater theatricality, the zany good humour is endearing.

Scylla’s Bite’s two-hander about female friendship bafflingly fails the Bechdel test. In a plot that drifts through grief’s stages, the protagonists take a backseat to off-stage boyfriends. Clunky staging & several attempts at surrealism stumble.

Pairing action movie parody & real stories of aggression, @wearesuperfan examines society's unsettling acceptance of violence as part of masculine identity. Every comedic "kill” exposes the irony of glorified fiction vs. harmful reality. Dynamic, tender & insightful.

@FThecurves ' wry musical stylings transform everyday womanhood into lyrical art. From fleeting bathroom friendships to hangover hazes, four powerhouse divas blend humour & harmonies to create relatable anthems. A sequined celebration of sisterhood.

A luxury divan backdrops 25 years of love & betrayal in @BEDmusical ’s tale of a turbulent marriage. Although blocking around the bed can be awkward & the music rarely feels crucial to the plot, the real-life struggles are relatable & pack an emotional punch.

Spec songs for pop stars; Viola Davis' dramatic grocery list; a horny Oprah act will likely summon a divine smiting— @larryowenslive 's talent has no bounds. An undercurrent of activism helms this heady mix of parody & poignancy from an iconic Broadway star.

Elevating the string quartet to interstellar heights, @Bowjanglesmusic ’s campy sci-fi horror is a cosmic blend of social satire & symphonic brilliance. A self-aware narrative deftly juggles art vs. capitalism, with sharps jabs at industry sexism.

Boldly experimental, @AuroraNovaOrg communes with the divine feminine. An 82-year-old, drum-banging vulva invokes generations of women’s voices, fusing joy, pain, humour & mysticism. The sparse narrative loses us at times, but its themes resonate deeply.

Embracing the messiness of life & death, @BenTarget & @sohotheatre hold a magnifying glass to the emotional labyrinth of caregiving. With wit, woodwork & Wes Anderson-style aesthetics, this is a sublime, soulful reflection on how we face life's final act.

Part of ‘Hong Kong Soul’ @Cvenues , Mui Cheuk Yin blends personal history, feline mystique & urban evolution. A dance of shadows with compelling choreography, Yin finds a link between individual identity & the collective soul of a city in flux.

A trifecta of intense choreography from @ hong_kong_soul_ that dissects & reclaims the misogynist ‘Kong Girl’ label. Stark, robotic, deceiving— each piece is a layered critique of the performance of femininity. Contemporary dance sceptics, brace yourselves: this is refreshingly odd & dazzlingly poignant.

Dancing, beatboxing, Kung Fu & parkour? @TSCrew3 reimagines ancestral art forms with a contemporary twist. Physical dynamism & an eclectic soundtrack symbolise Hong Kong's cultural evolution. A few minor stunt misses, but the crew's energy & synergy abound.

A bold, kooky, monologic critique of fitness "morality" in our body-obsessed society. While the polemic script ignores intersectional factors, seeming simplistic at times, @SPINtheplay 's energetic protagonist shines, deftly embodying the grotesque toxicity she dissects.

@CUMTS whisks us to a world of quirky amusement parks, alien plushies & oh-so-British PMs. Despite some sound hiccups & uneven pacing, the catchy tunes remind us of our individual strength amidst vast cosmic chaos. A delightful, if bumpy, joyride!

Daring to share her truths, @avitalash ’s stand up is a spiked shot ( #SorryNotSorry ) of biting wit & vulnerability. Identity, assault, personal & generational scars are laid bare in a brave, badass set with a subliminal mantra: "Survive."

@bacontheplay 's coming-of-age tragedy unpacks class, queer sexual awakening & toxic masculinity. Though the "seesaw" symbolism sometimes falters, the exquisite script soars thanks to gripping direction & electric performances. A pulse-racing, heart-breaking two-hander.

Beyond a mere confessional, Without Sin conceives a sacred space where secular spirituality thrives. A rare journey from trepidation to profound connection, it taps into our longing for genuine encounters in a transient, digital age. A must-immerse @summerhallery .

Weekly Women’s Writing Collective's tale of a painter & his forgotten muse boasts striking light design, but its story leans on timeworn clichés. In a play about art & passion, the flat performances & trope-ridden script reveal a chasm between intent & delivery.

Depicting a merry-go-round of mental health treatments, Sadia Gordon serves a yummy banquet of characters, from quirky pamphlets to an off-beat A&E ensemble. A powerfully frank tragicomedy about the cyclical nature & real grind behind healing.

Serving a variety bucket of cringe, @BexTurnerComedy owns 'awkward' with a capital A. Expect fun slapstick, scatological zingers & a side of... menstrual pad? Though some punchlines are laboured, the result is sarcastically zany & intriguingly random. WIP

In a brave display of raw emotion & striking visuals, @meanaborges dismantles the taboos & clichés encircling grief. Even as comedy skits waver, the unvarnished honesty shines, proving the power of her poignant autobiography resonates all on its own.

Cam & Jesse navigate a decade of queer coupledom in this promising but trope-heavy two-hander. Despite glimmers of comedy, the non-linear narrative’s low stakes & off-stage drama lack theatrical potency, feeling more like a slice-of-life indie film.

An interactive jaunt that mixes voyeurism & mysticism, @Jon_W_Oldfield ’s tales of people-watching are laced with tongue-in-cheek humour & a dash of the occult. The plot toys with & sometimes frustrates our "choices", leaving us questioning reality vs illusion.

#LoveSongProductions ’ musical monologue blends personal history & English folklore. While promising, the show struggles w/ overused motifs, confined staging & vague acting. Despite an overlong runtime, the script sheds light on idealised yet abusive relationships.

Navigating time's tapestry, @swkplay offers a musical discourse on love & grief, at times reminiscent of #Sondheim 's "Company". Despite a meandering plot & some predictable tunes, the vibrant cast & charming comedy shine through, leaving a lasting impression.

Engaging & resonant, @LyleProds ' music-infused exploration of #identity hits all the right notes. Dissecting classism & privilege with warmth & humour, Tommy's farewell to his hometown is authentic, uplifting & served with #iconic Mancunian club scenes.

@GreenwichTheatr 's modern classic is a raw, poignant portrayal of grief, guilt & prejudice in the wake of a hate crime. Stellar moments offset stumbles into melodrama, but mixed performances struggle to capture the script’s emotional depth. Compelling if uneven.

@TheGigglemug 's multi-talented cast employs top-notch audience interaction as all compete for the golden badge in the annual #Scout Games. Cheeky, charming & hilariously impossible tasks teach valuable lessons about the power of #friendship & civic duty.

An intriguing twist on #Ibsen 's classic, @IndigoArtsCo reimagines Hedda Gabler as a mum. This white-knuckle ride through postpartum depression, societal pressures on new mothers & debilitating loneliness lends new, deep resonance to an #iconic character.

A kaleidoscopic exploration of relationship fantasies & realities, @SpaceshipPlay could be Gen Z's #Closer . Witty, incisive, sexy & tragic, @louisemmitt 's keen script wants stronger directorial choices. Rejig the staging & we're off to the stars.

Exploring womanhood, identity & sexuality, @Molliesemple , @abismiththeatre & Ami Sayers give Greek myth a wild twist, imagining the underworld as sanctuary & Hades its empathetic guide. While the narrative might be formulaic, the concept & blooming imagery are (star eyes!)

CheapArt’s office party chaos delivers laughs with a side of raw vulnerability. @lauraerea ’s Christmas cracker of a performance elevates @LydiaBrickland ’s pure comedy script, which cleverly balances office shenanigans & touching holiday feels. A well-wrapped

Serving up a fierce blend of circus, cabaret & spoken word @CamdenPT , Kelly Vee & Co turn the 'weaker sense' trope on its head in this celebration of female strength. The structure could be polished, but the authentic atmosphere & daring acts keep you hooked.

Podcast & stage collide in a dramaturgically delicious ( #TheatreNerd ) rom-com. @georgie_grier ’s bright-eyed heroine endears & the unique live-podcast form is refreshing. Yet the dark twist ending feels arbitrary, leaving the audience cheated of a ‘happily ever after’.

@MarkDaniels55 ’s incisive dramedy discusses non-binarism via the life of an 18th-century cross-dressing shipwright. Despite arguably judgemental moments, ingeniously quirky characters (talking chimney anyone?) deliver profound insights on self-acceptance.

Visually imaginative & physically striking, @xnwang4 & @EnsembleNFound explore femininity via multilingual vignettes. The ensemble’s lyrical choreography pays a charming homage to #VirginiaWoolf , but leaves us longing for rhythmic contrasts & a cohesive throughline. WIP

@SohayaV 's magical-realist epic depicts true-life inspired COVID-19 stories overlayed by the those of medieval plagues. Despite blunt choreography & unclear storylines, the compelling characters & ambitious set design form a unique exploration of human vulnerability.

An intimate memoir interspersed with biological factoids, @The_EmilyB ’s solo show explores recovery & rebirth after sexual assault. A bold & witty ode to resilience that sometimes struggles to find a darkly comic tone amid a meandering narrative.

Tackling society’s alarming apathy towards femicide in the UK, @lizziehuskisson ’s solo show fuses comic parody & cutting documentary. The smooth script & agile performance scratch the surface but leave us wanting deeper emotional exploration.

@TheGigglemug ’s all-ages musical is a hilarious parody of the cult-classic game, #RuneScape . With a twist-filled, interactive plot, catchy tunes & a fab cast of actor/musicians, this pop culture-infused adventure-comedy is a simply fantastic escape.

@AdamScottRowley embodies a multiverse of oddballs, each confronting their final moments. A (literally) naked meditation on mortality with nifty musical arrangements, vivid characterisation & a yummily ambiguous tone that straddles hilarity & melancholy.

@TatendaShamiso ’s autobiographical odyssey navigates questions of race, gender identity & transition, deftly balancing personal histories, gender studies snippets & bureaucratic micro aggressions. A bold, triumphant performance—refreshingly frank & playfully poignant.

A trilingual show about boredom—stay with us— @EnsembleNFound explores stillness & mimics our idle daydreams via clever multimedia vignettes. An intriguing premise, but clumsy staging blocks projected captioning & the abstract narrative struggles to engage. WIP

Set in a vaguely distant past, a woman must marry before she turns 27… or else. Wonderfully wild & wickedly smart, @RosalieMinnitt ’s whirlwind of a comedy brims with perfect punchlines. It’s giving Bridgerton-meets-Gen-Z-Jane-Austen-on-Adderall. Quite simply, chef’s kiss.

“Give me a story, Diana,” @MoorjaniNiall asks their cellist. The music-led fairytale adventure that follows is sublime; a “coming-out” folktale that embraces traditional, unadorned storytelling while conveying a modern message of trans affirmation & acceptance.

Winningly hilarious & visually enthralling, Louise Faber fuses naked-body projection mapping, cabaret & stand up to look at society’s expectations & options for women. A cleverly rendered tragicomedy reflecting modern female fears, frustrations & longing.

@tsarzipan personifies a Britannia gripped by existential despair in an inventive blend of gig theatre, opera & requiem. Darkly ironic with scope for further provocation, this series of layered musical vignettes intrigues— but could benefit from captioning.

Tragic yet resilient, @GooseTheatre 's intense solo drama is a powerful meditation on survival. Sophie Kean's dynamic physicality is matched by sophisticated set, sound & lighting design in a production that features the forest as backdrop, analogy & antagonist.

Riss Obolensky & Eloïse Poulton's satire of the biblical king, self-help groups & cancel culture is brilliantly weird. Interactively performed with a formidable joke-to-speech ratio, there's something for everyone: jam, trauma, insights on fragile masculinity.

Prepare to encounter salad at its sexiest & most unsavoury in this eclectic burlesque solo show. Embracing her queer body, sexuality & raunch against a backdrop of unappetising #viral vids, @rozgarl encourages us to think outside traditional notions of sex appeal.

A tribute to Swiss women who fought for the right to vote in the 1960s, @GoodWomenArts ’ poignant two-hander depicts burgeoning love against a backdrop of political struggle. Simply staged, the romcom plot balances witty humour, social injustice & emancipation.

With dark comedy & vaudevillian flair, @DeathSuitsU reflects on a pragmatic grim reaper's under-acknowledged role. We'd welcome a more compelling dramatic arc, but athletic choreography & sublime spoken word segments showcase @sr_hooper 's creative dexterity.

Exploring his love affairs with music & alcohol, @callumphughes parallels the demands of performance & addiction. Imbued with charm, comedy & pathos despite a meandering plot & all-too-brief songs, CPH’s portrayal holds the audience in the palm of his hand throughout.

#SorryNotSorry in tone, @sadventsplay boldly mixes live-streaming w/ stage performance, probing toxic love & mental illness via the lens of social media. Insta DM gimmick is underused & sensitive issues feel masked by dark humour, but slick staging keeps us hooked.

@MdFaizalAbd ’s eye-opening, genre-bending tribute to his Singaporean upbringing & the Malay community is a treat. Pondering cultural identity & transmission, this lecture-performance informs & celebrates unique & universal human experiences.

Visceral & biting, @eloinaaart's food-filled performance art calls for a rejection of labia-shamming & the act of labiaplasty. Raucous comedic moments balanced by poignant verbatim stories & ingenious interactivity promote radical inclusion & empowerment for all.

Pushing storytelling limits, @EnsembleNFound 's three-hander blends multimedia, performance art & interactivity to evoke a Chinese nuclear base as seen by a numbed ex-resident & a self-indulgent filmmaker. Spot-on stagecraft aids a slightly cryptic narrative.

Brilliantly quirky & brash, @NatashaPlays presents three scabrous sex tales. The minimalist set design is highly effective, but more variety in pacing & tone, plus a clearer reason why these sly stories are being told would truly make this solo clown show shine.

Fast-paced & splendidly choreographed, @akimbotheatre1 's update of H.G. Wells' 'Invisible Man' excels with superb physical fight scenes & surprisingly tender moments despite rather flat characterisation. An onstage DJ is diverting but feels more gimmick than necessary.

Combining old journal entries, whimsical poetry & observational humour, @broccantyzack parodies his hometown, lockdown life & pop culture. The result— not quite a stand up set nor a poetry gig— is an irony-laden mixed bag. Still, the punchy delivery keeps you hooked.

Physical theatre troupe In Itinere Collectif’s multilingual comedy explores ageing, friendship, love & death in a retirement home. Absurd masks, superb physicality, cheeky gags & ace stagecraft achieve a tender yet piercing portrait of an unsung community.

Recounting her family's migration from wartime Croatia, @nstanicmann blends personal & national histories, showing humanity at its extremes entangled by inane bureaucracy. Lyrical movement & fab lighting design offset a tendency to over-explain the story's themes.

@Donald_Craigie ’s unique multimedia show blends film & theatre to muse on the Earth as our home. Against a backdrop of 60s rock & radio static, science becomes poetry as an ape orbits our planet, portrayed via slick physicality & an unabashedly analogue, cardboard set.

Playfully inventive, @twisty_turny 's mime sketches explore posture & movement, inspired by verbatim interviews. Although successful in highlighting the power of body language, at times the performance feels detached from its voiceovers & hindered by clumsy transitions.

A group of friends plan to rob Buckingham Palace in @safehouseprod 's slapstick caper which parodies heist film clichés whilst critiquing inequality & privilege in UK society. Deftly choreographed & performed, the short length sadly leaves some storylines unexplored.

Bumbling Det. Richard P Cooper recounts his attempt to prevent an assassination aided by a sidekick duo adopting endless personas. With ace comedic timing, @defectorscomedy revels in detective film tropes, brilliantly executing this meta-theatrical farce.

A realistic portrait of melancholy & grief, @bullet_theatre 's intimate two-hander has a voyeuristic feel as it unhurriedly dissects heartache & friendship. While the plot seems unbalanced—almost a solo show— the cast’s warm chemistry is tender & moving.

Middle age = being a device with built-in obsolescence in @RabbitAnne 's inventive solo show, which handles anxiety & depression with warmth & humour. The sporadic mime scenes want better technique, but the clever script & songs lend a soothing, uplifting note.

Magnificently mustachioed drag king dandy @PaulaPerla uncovers the magic & curses of theatre showbiz. From clowning to show tunes, this delightful cabaret exudes joyful energy while shining a spotlight on performers’ mental health & experiences.

Capturing a compulsive gambler's mind, @aislingghear solo show exudes gritty energy. In Irish w/English translation via headset, sound design & set are slick if underused. The insightful script's even pacing tantalises, falling short of a grand climax.

Preparing to meet his girlfriend's parents, a bi man muses on growing up queer & coming out. Despite stilted staging, @EvJReynolds succeeds in combining songs & prose into a movingly wry exploration of masculinity & the place of bisexuality within the LGBTQ+ community.

With bone-dry wit & scathing caricatures, @allie_orourke ’s clever pantomime ridicules bigots who fear being “cancelled”. Satirical parodies of Irish political figures adds finely-tuned, shrewd humour to this rough-round-the-edges yet refreshingly irreverent comedy.

Exploring non-binary representation through historical & media lenses, @conor_cupples reflects on portrayals of masculinity. Lighthearted yet probing, this uplifting journey adds intriguing context to personal experiences but begs for tighter narrative structure.

From family milestones to daily mundanities, @emthane & @megslululu frankly chronicle the first decade of a queer relationship. The heartfelt comedy superbly explores identity, family dynamics & stereotypes despite an occasionally confusing timeline.

@BlueBalloonMCR stages a woman's experience of the Pill, from the pressure to take it to experiencing debilitating side effects. A cleverly repetitive polemic that highlights sexism in the medical industry & captures @RebeccaPhythian 's anger, despair & desire for change.

An Irish folk gig sinks into chaos in @bradantheatre 's rallying cry against environmental exploitation. Informative, energetic, divinely absurd—the duo lack confidence during intimate scenes but the music is sublime throughout.

Cleverly linking disparate stories, @MrSamLake recounts the tumultuous path to his wedding day with infectious charm & "chaotic gay energy". Acutely attuned to his audience, his ode to friendship, love & revenge on the haters is delivered with delicious irony.