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London theatre reviews written by Sally Knipe

The following London theatre reviews are written by Sally Knipe, for and on behalf of Londontheatre1, for London West End and Off-West End productions.
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Guildford Shakespeare Company’s Hamlet | Review

February 9, 2022 Last updated: February 10, 2022 11:54 am By Sally Knipe

Freddie Fox as Hamlet - GSC

Having taken my seat in the beautiful Holy Trinity Church, I breathe a big sigh of relief. I should have been here a week ago but an outbreak of Covid meant that last week’s performances had to be cancelled; never mind, I am here now, socially distanced, masked and hungry for GSC’s Hamlet. This amazing Church really lends itself to becoming an ancient castle, with its high ceilings, chandeliers and galleries, but the setting does dictate, in some ways, how the play is performed. There are … [Read more...]

The Truth Stops Here by 19 Steps Productions at Esher Theatre

January 7, 2022 Last updated: January 7, 2022 3:00 pm By Sally Knipe

The Truth Stops Here

I am always very excited to come across a new theatre, and Esher Theatre is a real ‘find’, conveniently situated near to Esher High Street and right by a large car park which is free after 7pm. Front of House Staff are charming and face mask compliance was excellent. I felt extremely comfortable, and I will definitely be checking out future productions. The Truth Stops Here is the story of the Bethnal Green Tube Disaster, the largest loss of civilian lives during World War II. 173 people … [Read more...]

Hans Christian Andersen at St Nicolas’ Church, Guildford

October 19, 2021 Last updated: October 19, 2021 4:40 pm By Sally Knipe

GSC Tales from HCA 'Princess & the Pea' James Camp and Annabelle Terry (c) Matt Pereira.

I feel so comfortable here in this large airy Church, seating is socially distanced and face mask compliance is at a level that some large West End theatres would be looking at with envy. Tales from Hans Christian Andersen is obviously aimed at families and an early start time of 6.30pm has been arranged so bedtime is not too late. The stories begin with The Little Match Girl, (Sara Hazemi) who is homeless and looking for somewhere warm and safe to spend the night. She takes refuge in a … [Read more...]

Cervantes Theatre presents: Joe Strummer Takes a Walk

September 24, 2021 Last updated: September 24, 2021 12:16 pm By Sally Knipe

Robert Bradley as Joe Strummer.

I thought I knew this part of London quite well, but I had never been to Old Union Arches (near Southwark Station) before. What a hidden gem! Colourful twinkling lights lead the way to this perfect little theatre where Spanish voices surround you, one could almost imagine you were abroad again. The Cervantes Theatre is dedicated to showcasing Spanish and Latin American plays, performed in both Spanish and English. Luckily for me tonight’s production Joe Strummer Takes a Walk is performed in … [Read more...]

As You Like It – Guildford Shakespeare Company | Review

July 22, 2021 Last updated: July 22, 2021 4:26 pm By Sally Knipe

The Company GSC As You Like It

I am slightly confused as I walk up the hill to Racks Close, I can hear German 1930s music playing, I thought it was As You Like It tonight, not Cabaret! The confusion is cleared up when I sit down with my programme. Director Caroline Devlin has chosen to set this production in 1930s Europe, aligning the banished Duke Senior’s court with the liberal ideas of the Weimar Republic and the ruling Duke Frederick’s court with the fascists that sought to control individual ideals. The play … [Read more...]

HENRY V: live online – Guildford Shakespeare Company | Review

April 24, 2021 Last updated: April 24, 2021 4:26 pm By Sally Knipe

GSC Henry V Cast

This production of Henry V is the eighth of Guildford Shakespeare Company’s (GSC) Zoom shows. I am watching on St. Georges’ Day, Shakespeare’s birthday, normally a day to be out enjoying a sonnet walk. Well, hopefully, next year. Caroline Devlin directs this online version, with sound design by Matt Eaton, digital design by Beth Mann, costume design by Anett Black and Philip d’Orleans as Fight Director. I have purposefully mentioned the artistic team first as they have done such a fantastic … [Read more...]

Kneehigh’s The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk | Review

December 5, 2020 Last updated: May 2, 2021 12:58 pm By Sally Knipe

I have a confession; I have seen The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk before, actually, I’ve seen it twice before in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse and at Wilton’s Music Hall. I loved it so much I jumped at the chance to see it again, this time virtually from Bristol Old Vic. It gave a completely different perspective to the performance, seeing the actors so close up. I could appreciate their facial expressions so much more than I normally can, many rows back through myopic eyes. The Flying Lovers tells … [Read more...]

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