438 stories by "Debbie Gilpin"
Science as you've never seen it before, and sure to inspire the next generation of scientists " Mark Thompson's engaging presenting style has the audience in the palm of his hand.
Ladykiller is a compelling one-woman show that explores the imbalance between the sexes for a deadly purpose " Hannah McClean is breathtaking.
A keenly observed dark comedy that is incredibly relevant to our technology-dependent lives " an hour of brilliant new writing that you simply must see.
An hysterically funny new musical that also makes a rather pertinent point about disability and inclusivity " the performances are top notch, and it's effortlessly accessible.
When You Fall Down: The Buster Keaton Story is enchanting yet informative, full of slapstick, beautiful music, and a dash of pathos " a gargantuan effort by writer/performer James Dangerfiel…
A dangerously addictive hour of comedy, bringing you silliness of Tudor proportions " an absolute must-see laugh-fest!
Jon Gracey's show features a cast of top Fringe comedians (Mandy Dassa, Lucy Farrett, Emily Lloyd-Saini, Chazz Redhead, Katherine Rodden and Thom Tuck) and sets the audiences up as the jury …
Finding Peter is a sweet family show with a surprising amount of action packed into 45 minutes " Jenny Wilford leads well.
A must-see show for Fringe newbies and veterans alike, celebrating and berating every conceivable angle in musical form " performed by an enthusiastic cast and backing band.
A timely play about a period in modern history that may be unfamiliar to many, with dangerously pertinent themes " the performances are engaging and moving.
It's time to head to 17th-century Paris with d'Artagnan, desperate to become a Musketeer " but hiding a secret that could bring those dreams crashing down in an instant.
In Michael Fentiman's strictly period production, it's hard to see what we're meant to care about, and what is supposed to resonate with us. It's a pleasant enough thing, but there's nothing…
The way it moves between re-enactments, songs and slightly more informal chat is slickly managed, and makes the audience feel included in the evening rather than simply being there as viewer…
Breathe looks at teen suicide, considering both the people who die and those who are left behind; the company have worked with organisations such as Childline to learn more about what they c…
The aim of the album is to challenge preconceptions people may have about refuge and refugees; creativity in those situations might seem, in some ways, to be at the back of people's minds, w…
Though at the moment it looks quiet, I have finally got a draft schedule together for my time in Edinburgh, and it seems as if my plan to ease myself in has just gone out of the window… It…
Michelle Terry's first season at the Globe continues apace, with what some will have marked out as a highlight since its announcement back in January. Mark Rylance returns to the Globe stage…
The London Tap Dance Intensive is the UK's top tap festival, and took place from Friday to Sunday last week. Over the course of three days a variety of workshops were offered at three differ…
A love letter to the NHS, masterfully written by Alan Bennett with lots of lovely touches " the 25-strong cast is impressive and really brings the play to life.
The Laundry explores some interesting themes around female relationships, all brought to life by a talented cast, but unfortunately it tries to take on too much, resulting in the characters …
Amélie is my favourite French film, and where I first discovered the magical Audrey Tautou; the prospect of seeing it performed onstage was an intriguing one, with the film's slightly quirk…
A Knight's Tale takes itself far too seriously, missing a camp comedy open goal in its attempt to be intelligent " it's well sung, but everything else leaves a lot to be desired.
Rent is a timeless story and this Vivo D'Arte production is well worth the trip to the Frogmore Paper Mill, Apsley to see it.
Another dark delight from the world of Jim Mannering that might make you think twice before you venture into another greasy spoon " there are many memorable moments from a talented cast.
So if this period of American history doesn't potentially have a wide appeal, in the first instance, and the context is a major British loss… Why is Hamilton so popular and so relevant to …