I get to know Puccini’s famous love story, La Bohème, at the Royal Ballet and Opera. Why did nobody tell me this was a Christmas story? La Bohème What I previously knew about La Bohème I could have written on the back of a postage stamp (if they weren’t all stickers these days). By Puccini. […]
There’s more here than meets the eye in Tender, as Eleanor Tindall’s queer romance returns to the Bush Theatre. Tender For me, one of the strengths of the Bush Theatre‘s programming is its support for the ongoing development of works it has nurtured. It shows a commitment to working with creatives and actors over a […]
We’re all invited to Chunkyz Shisha Lounge as Blue Mist continues its UK tour. Blue Mist Stratford East, it’s been a while! A shockingly long while actually – the last time I came here social distancing was in full force, and I took a seat on the stage for VR theatrical experience Petrichor. I’ve been […]
Learn all about the world’s first international sea port in Byblos, Cité Millénaire du Liban at l’Institut du monde arabe in Paris. Byblos, Cité Millénaire du Liban In my last post, I introduced you to l’Institut du monde arabe, or the Arab World Institute. This cooperative endeavour by a number of Arab countries aims to […]
A visit many years in the making, I finally make it to l’Institut du Monde Arabe in Paris. A Long Overdue Visit When the Salterton Arts Review was but a youngster, and hadn’t yet seen much of the world, there were so many sights I wanted to see. And so, when our French curriculum at […]
The Ryan Calais Cameron Season at Catford’s Broadway Theatre kicks off with Last Goal Wins, a play in which it’s all to play for as the last spots on Nigeria’s World Cup squad are decided. Last Goal Wins I had the privilege, before seeing Last Goal Wins yesterday evening, of hearing from some of those […]
NODA MAP push science, science fiction, theatre, pretty much everything to its limits in -320°F, on in London now at Sadler’s Wells Theatre. Japanese Theatre in London: −320°F It’s been a minute since I saw anything at Sadler’s Wells! The original Sadler’s Wells, that is – I’ve been a couple of times now to their […]
A deeply personal dark comedy, The Extraordinary Life of a Rat Racer gives an insight into intrusive thoughts and anxiety as our protagonist, Eva, does her best to get through the day. The Extraordinary Life of a Rat Racer Sometimes, in the world of theatre, you need to carve out your own space. That has […]
More artists who reflect on economic structures and their meanings in Genuine Fake Premium Economy at the ICA. Genuine Fake Premium Economy Today’s exhibition is but a small one, so this will be but a small review. Its subject is Genuine Fake Premium Economy, the latest exhibition at the ICA in London. The exhibition brings […]
Shilpa Varma writes and performs Woman Business at the Jack Studio Theatre, following Diya through different stages of womanhood as she balances expectations against her wishes for herself. Woman Business The thing about a well-written solo performance such as this one is that a story can be very specific and yet universal at the same […]
