Author: Ted Rawlings

Stage Review

‘The Constituent’ Review – James Corden Triumphs in a Timely Political Drama

Is there still a place for compassion in politics? This question looms large during the current heated election season, making Joe Penhall’s incisive new play, ‘The Constituent,’ particularly relevant. Marking the return of James Corden to the British stage after his acclaimed performance in ‘One Man, Two Guvnors,’ the play delves into pressing issues of […]

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Review of ‘Mean Girls’ — A Hilariously Spectacular Musical That Totally Makes Fetch Happen

Get in, loser—we’re finally heading to “Mean Girls” in the West End! After a six-year wait since the stage musical adaptation of the 2004 film comedy premiered on Broadway, Tina Fey’s brilliant script has made a triumphant theatrical debut, and this dedicated production totally makes fetch happen. The story remains largely unchanged, but now features […]

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Review of ‘The Secret Garden’ — An Enchanting and Innovative Take on a Beloved Children’s Classic

The Open Air Theatre’s production of “The Secret Garden” had its opening night on a gloriously warm summer evening, with no wuthering to be heard. It’s surprising that this enchanting venue hasn’t adapted Frances Hodgson Burnett’s 1911 novel before, as the setting feels practically tailor-made for it. The natural surroundings even allow for the possibility […]

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Review of ‘My Father’s Fable’ — A Riveting New Drama That Keeps You Guessing Until the Final Moment

The past both informs and threatens to upend the present in “My Father’s Fable,” a play from Olivier-nominated performer Faith Omole (“Standing at the Sky’s Edge”). This production premieres at west London’s Bush Theatre, which last year hosted “Elephant” by fellow Olivier nominee Anoushka Lucas. The Bush Theatre is renowned for nurturing young talent and […]

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