We were invited to a summer showcase ahead of the National Ballet of Japan’s UK debut performance of Giselle at the Royal Opera House on 24th July 2025. This marvellous showcase has left us excited to see the full performance. On 24th to 27th July - so get booking!

What do you do if you can't find a film or play which fits your experience of alcoholism? You write your own. The White Chip is written by Sean Daniels whose story told through the mouth of Stephen played by the brilliant Ed Coleman. It's both funny and poignant. Do not miss this play

Fresh and original writing in a London Fringe venue, a cracking storyline, a talented cast - we gave In Defence of Adventurous Mothers a 4 star review. Don't miss this exciting new play.

A beautiful two hander, intense and thoughtful. Now on at Soho Theatre I ran the whole emotional roller coaster from laughing out loud to a small tear.

Flabbergast's new production of Romeo and Juliet finds a magical home at Wilton's. The ensemble cast produce a visceral rendition of Shakespeare's much loved classic.

Puppetry and live actors are melded with state of the art projections in this award winning play now on at Finsbury Park Theatre until 5th July 2025

Circus with a punk attitude? Yes, that's exactly what Circus Piddy delivers. Think unicyclists being chased by leaf blowers, saxophone playing from the roof of the Big Top, a tightrope that isn't a tightrope, juggling with carpet pieces. Can't quite get the picture? The only solution is to see Circus Piddy for yourself. Our readers get a 10% discounf with code londonbnd10

What happens when Dionisius takes his slave to Hades to bring George Bernard Shaw back to Earth via a word battle with Shakespeare? Will Pluto let them leave. Can Heracles be forgiven for slaying Cerberus? And what happens when Charon is to stoned to row the ferry on the Styx? All of this bonkers storyline unfolds at Southwark Playhouse. Great acting, singing and dancing and wit. No, it's not quite West End - but it a fun-filled night out.

Faygele explores the painful intersection of religious tradition and queer identity, told through a backwards-moving narrative that begins with the funeral of Ari, a young gay man who has died by suicide, and gradually reveals the events leading up to it.

What could be more apt on May the 4th then seeing a Star Wars Parody - but not just any old parody, this is a humorous burlesque interpretation of many of the famous scenes and creatures. On at Riverside Studios, this is a show that will have you and your friends highly entertained.

A masterful blend of Shakespeare's verse with elements of rap, soul and R&B. This is a very different version of Romeo and Juliet. Now on at the Hackney Empire

A musical about MND - it sounds wrong, but Supersonic Man conveys hope, joy, willpower, despair and ultimately hope. It's not all sadness, there's lots of fun in this brand new musical now on at Southwark Playhouse.

Simon and Finley 9 and 3/4 tested out the Horrible Histories Terrible Thames Tour. They loved their fun fact-filled trip on the boat down the Thames, finding it a great way to get kids interested in the history of London.

Two hours of mayhem and nostalgic fun are to be had at the Faulty Towers the Dining Experience, expect many of your favourite scenes to be played out in front of you and with you!

Our review of Stiletto now on at the Charing Cross Theatre - a show punching above it's weight, do not miss the premier of this new musical

180 Studios an exhibition of photographer and filmmaker Gabriel Moses, bringing together over 70 photos and 10 films. On until 27th July

We had a chance to catch-up with our favourite South London comedian, Arthur Smith, ahead of his show with Phil Nice 'Oof' at Soho Theatre.

Leigh Bowery was a multifaceted artist whose influence remains profound. The Tate Modern's exhibition offers an assault in the senses.

The Westway series of concerts at the Vaudeville Theatre got off to a cracking start with Lee Mead's 'The Best of Me'.

A review of White Rose currently playing at Marylebone Theatre. A very important story that doesn't meet its potential in this musical.