Review: ‘Reservoir Mogs’ at the Wardrobe Theatre is simply Purr-fect

24th November 2017  Some believe that Christmas begins on the 1st December, for others the panic only really sets in on the evening before. For many now though the Wardrobe Theatre’s annual pantomime, come farce, is their marker as the… Continue Reading

Review: The Show must go on in ‘The Tin Drum’ at Bristol Old Vic

8th November 2017 “I am light! I am life!” Although, due to technical difficulties, tonight the lights aren’t playing ball. The issues are so severe as to warrant a statement prior to the shows commencement from Bristol Old Vic Director… Continue Reading

Review: Raucous’ ‘Ice Road’ is a graphic exploration of the bloody Battle of Stalingrad

 5th October 2017 “We crouched in the burrow, peeping out… The potatoes lasted a week. When the incendiary bombs fell we would rush out and cook them on the flames.” – Valentina Savelyeva, Stalingrad Survivor As we commemorate the 1oo-year… Continue Reading

Review: Despite technical issues Holy Fuck storm Colston Hall

22nd August 2017 Despite challenging technical issues throughout, Canada’s Holy Fuck pull off a remarkable show that showcases the very best of their extensive back catalogue, with a welcome sprinkling of fresh new tunes for good measure. It’s been a… Continue Reading

Review: A Cornish epic as Tristan & Yseult returns to the Bristol Old Vic

5th July 2017 Since it’s original inception back in 2003, Cornwall’s Kneehigh Theatre have toured Tristan & Yseult extensively, to such universal acclaim that it’s promotional materials now weigh heavy with accolades such as “one of the masterpieces of 21st-century theatre”,… Continue Reading

Interview: To celebrate 10 years of the excellent Bristol based Theatre Ad Infinitum we chat with co-founder George Mann

22nd June 2017 Founded in 2007, Theatre Ad Infinitum is an international ensemble of theatre-makers based in Bristol, that develops new and original theatre for diverse audiences. Lead by Co-Artistic Directors, Nir Paldi and George Mann, they have been creating and touring… Continue Reading

Review: Bristol Comedy Garden’s third night shows this year could be it’s best

16th June 2017 Another night, another bumper bonanza of top quality comedy. Tonight the fabulous feast includes Aisling Bea, Sara Pascoe, Tim Key and David O’Doherty. Variety is the name of the game here as we are treated to 4… Continue Reading