The production "Jackals" explores Emma Eckstein's tragic experiences with Sigmund Freud, emphasizing women's suppressed histories through impactful performances, though its dense dialogue sometimes hinders emotional resonance.
Tag: Summerhall
Have a Gander at Auntie Empire – Manipulate 2026
Auntie Empire storms into Manipulate with Disaster Plan’s trademark blend of bouffon clowning, dark satire, and political bite. Led by Julia Taudevin and Kieran Hurley, the show casts Taudevin as a decaying, delusional Britannia figure inviting her “family” to revel in imperial nostalgia while confronting a far grimmer truth. Evolving through earlier versions as live‑gore cabaret, … Continue reading Have a Gander at Auntie Empire – Manipulate 2026
Have a Gander at The Edinburgh Fringe 2025 – Basically Nocturnal
Fresh from sell-out success in Australia, Thomas Currie blends powerful vocals, razor-sharp piano, electric cello and witty storytelling in this all-too-relatable late-night cabaret. Featuring original music and some reimagined classics, be immersed in a collection of gripping tales from around the world. This show is perfect for night owls, insomniacs and anyone who has ever … Continue reading Have a Gander at The Edinburgh Fringe 2025 – Basically Nocturnal
Have a Gander at The Edinburgh Fringe 2025 – Baby in the Mirror
Lena and Joey are having a baby. Lena has bought a pinstripe suit. Joey is soaking wet. A show about queer family making and what it takes to make one. Baby in the Mirror is the debut show of Second Adolescence, a new theatre company from Stella Marie Sophie and Sammy J Glover, Director and … Continue reading Have a Gander at The Edinburgh Fringe 2025 – Baby in the Mirror
Review: 0800 CUPID – Soho Theatre, London
Written by Emer Dineen Directed by Phillip McMahon Review by Jack Quinn Tickets from £13.00 ★★★★ If you’re looking for a night of hilarity, heart, and sheer absurdity, 0800 Cupid at Soho Theatre is the show for you. Created by and starring Emer Dineen, this wild and wonderfully camp production takes the audience on a chaotic ride … Continue reading Review: 0800 CUPID – Soho Theatre, London
Review: HER – Summerhall, Edinburgh
Written by Jennifer Adam Directed by Steve Small Review by Dominic Corr Tickets from £13.17 ★★★★ When you’re in high school, it feels as though the entire world is against you. Or at least, what you perceive of the world – the social dynamics of the classroom, the parties, and the world projecting from your … Continue reading Review: HER – Summerhall, Edinburgh
Review: Run, Rebel – Theatre Peckham, London
https://youtu.be/XSNI7IZqhkQ Written and adapted by Manjeet Mann Directed by Tessa Walker Review by Jack Quinn Pilot Theatre: Touring ★★★★ Run, Rebel, adapted from Manjeet Mann’s award-winning verse novel, is a gripping exploration of rebellion and self-discovery, delivered with unflinching honesty at Theatre Peckham. Directed by Tessa Walker and produced by Pilot Theatre, this production offers … Continue reading Review: Run, Rebel – Theatre Peckham, London
Have A Gander – Pitlochry Festival Theatre 2025 Season
Now that the Summer light dwindles and the entire roster of 2024 shows from Pitlochry has emerged across all three stages, the chill of Autumn and Winter heralds in – but rather than dwell on what was, we look towards the new 2025 season at Pitlochry Festival Theatre after a booming 2024 showcase that saw … Continue reading Have A Gander – Pitlochry Festival Theatre 2025 Season
Review: Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024 – Is the WiFi Good in Hell
Written by Lyndon Chapman Review by Jack Quinn Underbelly Cowgate ★★★★ Navigating the liminal spaces between humour and despair, Lyndon Chapman’s Is the Wi-Fi Good in Hell? is a raw, deeply personal exploration of trauma, identity, and the relentless search for belonging. Set against the backdrop of a society that often overlooks those on the … Continue reading Review: Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024 – Is the WiFi Good in Hell
Review: Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024 – HYPER
Written and Directed by Ois O'Donoghue Review by Jack Quinn Summerhall Former Women's Locker Room ★★★★ In the intimate, sweat-drenched confines of Summerhall's Former Women's Locker Room, HYPER by Ois O'Donoghue and Jaxbanded Theatre envelops the audience in an intense, visceral experience that blurs the line between performer and spectator. This play is not for … Continue reading Review: Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024 – HYPER