What it’s all about… Melissa loves cake, glitter, and she’s got cervical cancer. Join us in the lead up to her party – her cancer party. Supporting Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust.
You’ll like it if… you like dark comedy and 90s tunes.
You should see it because… it’s life affirming and will make you want to hug the nearest person to you.
Anything else we should know…: It was nominated for Sit Up awards 2019 after a run at Underbelly 2019, and was selected and sold out at Soho Theatre as part of Soho Rising.
Where and when:16:30 Sat 22nd Feb; 15:10 Sun 23rd Feb at VAULT Festival
What it’s all about… Nominated for Best Comedy at the 2019 Brighton Fringe, Australian comedian Henry Moss brings QUADRUPLE THRE4T to London’s VAULT Festival February 22nd and 23rd. This critically acclaimed comedy cabaret is a “delightful and delectable exploration of the cut-throat and ever-unforgiving entertainment industry” – LondonTheatre1.
Mr Henry Moss plays Harry Ledgerman, a musical theatre star and national treasure who after a public mental break-down is desperate to revamp his career. He aims to promote his tell all celebrity memoir ‘Quadruple Threat’ by hosting a series of motivational Ted talks featuring other obnoxious guest speakers who all claim they have the secret to success.
Photo credit: Seann Miley Moore
Inspired by Henry Moss’ move to London three years ago, this is a hilarious reflection of the Australians who have made it big in the UK; Kylie Minogue, Hugh Jackman, not to mention millennial pop sensation Troye Sivan (a friend of a friend of Henry’s – he’s not bitter at all).
You’ll like it if… you’re a lover of satire, character comedy, Aussie comedy and Musical theatre.
“A fast paced tour de force, Moss seldom leaving the stage and only then to return as yet another character in this crash and burn descent set in the world of entertainment… And if all that sounds rather dark then don’t worry, because the whole is delivered with side achingly funny humour.” The Latest ★★★★★
You should see it because… it’s a hysterical depiction of the self-help and entertainment industry.
“A number of celebrity interviews demonstrate Henry Moss’ versatility still further, as he plays out each character himself… he utterly nails both the persona and intonations… simply magnificent, and frankly, it’s worth attending this show just for that.” London Theatre1 ★★★★★
Anything else we should know…: Mr. Henry Moss’s QUADRUPLE THRE4T has evolved into a tour de force with the viral spin-off web series ‘Krystal Lee Management’ that follows the hilarious inner workings of an Aussie talent agency. (mrhenrymoss.com/videos)
Where and when: 26th Feb – 1st March VAULT Festival
What it’s all about… Jo Sutherland’s dystopian debut play V+15 imagines a world in which books are banned and dissent is brutally suppressed. When whistle-blower, Alina, tries to convince journalist, Vincent, to play a part in sabotaging the system, the pair are forced to confront the ways in which they are guilty of manipulating language for their own gain. V+15 explores the cost of speaking up against injustice and the weaponization of words by the powerful.
You’ll like it if… you like shows like Black Mirror and Mr Robot, or books like The Handmaid’s Tale or Fahrenheit 451. It’s dystopian fiction meets political thriller.
You should see it because… it’s a tense two-hander which explores big issues like censorship and freedom of speech from a human perspective.
Anything else we should know…:V+15 is the inaugural production of Nevertheless Theatre Company. Nevertheless is a new, female-led company committed to staging urgent, inventive productions designed to entertain, excite, and challenge our audiences.
Where and when: VAULT Festival, 25th-28th February 2020
What it’s all about… Meeting as kids in Kilburn, siblings Madani, Maryam and school mate Alex hit it off from the moment they meet. 10 years later kids’ playful chats about ninja turtles and bobble pens have been kicked out by teen opinions powered by what they Twitter and YouTube. Still, best friends can talk about anything. So why are there suddenly so many unspoken thoughts between the three?
After last year’s critically acclaimed world premiere of If This Is Normal at the Edinburgh Fringe, Chatback Theatre are delighted to bring this new play about the sexual experiences of young adults in a world of information overload and weaponised language to VAULT Festival 2020.
You’ll like it if… you like new writing, drama with a dash of comedy, inventive and energetic staging, plays about relationships and complicated situations.
You should see it because… the play tackles an important, modern day issue in a unique and engaging way. Previously the show ran at the Edinburgh Fringe and got great reviews including four stars from The Scotsman, The Wee Review and EdFringe Review and Everything Theatre said: ‘Delivered by three compelling actors, this is the sort of play that people can’t stop talking about on their way home, splitting opinions and sparking debate.’
Anything else we should know…: There are a limited number of 2-4-1 tickets on the StageDoor App!
Where and when: The White Bear Kennington, 11th – 14th December
What it’s all about… You are now entering a secret space. A place where stories are told, promises are made, and secrets are kept. This is ‘The Den’. After nine years of estrangement, two friends find themselves back in their childhood den, looking for closure. But at what point does loyalty become dangerous, and friendship become exploitation? Bored of Knives is an eccentric and energetic play about the joys and complications of female friendships, and how far we are willing to let our moral compass stray for the sake of loyalty.
You’ll like it if… If you’ve got a massive child inside you, this show is definitely for you. Messy, silly, and full of awkward laughs, Bored of Knives is a big celebration of the uglier, weirder, and more intimate side of female friendships. If you want to watch two full grown women throw crisps at each other, suck dolls, and dance like hooligans- there’s really no better place to be.
You should see it because… underneath the madness, the games, and the dancing around, this story has a lot to offer anyone who has ever found themselves holding onto the past, or struggling to let their grudges go.
Anything else we should know…: This is Flawstate’s debut play.
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