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Shanghai Dolls Review – Gripping True Story Withers Under Dramatic Oppression

The trajectory of Chinese politics and society takes on a new discourse when two broke actresses, Lan Ping/Jiang Qing also known as Madame Mao played by Gabby Wong. And Li Lin/Sun Weishi played by Millicent Wong meet in Shanghai at auditions for Henrik Ibsen’s A Doll’s House, during the Central Plains War and the Japanese invasion of the 1930s. Through this, a deep bond within their friendship … Continue reading Shanghai Dolls Review – Gripping True Story Withers Under Dramatic Oppression

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Talking People – Volume 2 Review: Conversations That Leave The Audience Eager For More

Improvisational theatre has been integral to comedy and seen as a part of the foundation of theatre, as without tragedy there will be no comedy. Talking People LTD takes the concept of improv to devise a piece of theatre that draws from everyday themes, audience influences and the world around us. Talking People in association with The Sessions, was created by Producer Elina Saleh and … Continue reading Talking People – Volume 2 Review: Conversations That Leave The Audience Eager For More

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Splintered Review – Sharp Caribbean Cabaret In Queer flair

The journey of self-discovery and coming out is not a smooth, clear road for most. In many countries it is seen as a death sentence to live an authentic life. Playwright and Director Emily Aboud creates a theatre production like never before. In a part-cabaret, part-play format, three MCs (Nicholle Cherrie, Yolanda Ovide and Charlotte Dowding) host a variety show with an innovative spin. Weaved … Continue reading Splintered Review – Sharp Caribbean Cabaret In Queer flair

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Chicken Burger and Chips Review – Feeds More Than The Soul

“Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore” – Andre Gide Like most young black men, having dreams bigger than their reality is a means of survival. In the summer holidays of Lewisham, South London teenager Corey waits for his A-level results, by hanging out with his friends and eating Morley’s as if his life depended on … Continue reading Chicken Burger and Chips Review – Feeds More Than The Soul

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Rhythm Kitchen – Caribbean Culture on a plate

With any cuisine, there are always dishes that pinpoint the culture in one bite. Italy has pasta, Japan has Sushi and Mexico – tacos! So, it was no surprise that when I went to Rhythm Kitchen, a Caribbean restaurant. I set off on a quest for Oxtail and anything jerked. Sitting just a short distance from Walthamstow Central station on Hoe Street, Rhythm Kitchen was … Continue reading Rhythm Kitchen – Caribbean Culture on a plate

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