Review – Wilko Johnson’s wild ride falls flat

Love, loss, and loud guitars fuel this affectionate but uneven tribute to Dr Feelgood’s founder in a nostalgic, high-energy stage biography.

Review – Mary and the Hyenas offer a rebel yell

Stage

A bold, bloody musical reimagining of feminist Mary Wollstonecraft’s final days bursts with wit, defiance – and flat songs.

The secret power of origin stories and why we crave them

Story

Origin stories strip heroes back to their raw selves, adding peril, depth, and insight into how they became the legends we know. Why do we love them so much?

Review – Havisham, the haunted origin story of an icon

Stage

Heather Alexander’s solo play reimagines Miss Havisham’s past, crafting a chilling yet sympathetic take on Dickens’ heartbroken manipulator.

Review – The Habits, a magical tale of grief and friendship

Stage

The Habits is a five-star tale of friendship, grief, and D&D. As fantasy and reality blur, a game becomes a lifeline in this funny, moving must-see play.