Zain Russell, Author at North West End UK

30May

By Zain RussellNo Comments

London

Fabulous Creatures – Arcola Theatre

“We used to kill, but now we cabaret!” “Fabulous Creatures,” written by Quentin Beroud and Emily Louizou, showcases creatures of Greek mythology in a captivating and unique setting. The story begins in a cabaret club where the monstresses welcome and seduce the audience members with their enchanting songs. The trio at the heart of the show includes Scylla, Charybdis, and a Siren. The narrative interweaves various Greek myths, mentioning a range of other creatures and Gods. The music, enticing from the start, features a variety of styles from ballads to disco pop and even rap, effectively moving the story along. Jazz Jenkins, who plays the Siren, particularly stands out with a stunning singing voice. The performance is set in one act and progresses quickly, transitioning from the caba...

Wifi-Sexual – Greenwich Theatre

"WiFi-Sexual" is “an outrageously dark romcom" that explores the concept of being in a relationship with AI. In our modern world, AI like Alexa, Google Home, and even Tesco’s self-checkout machines are integrated into our daily lives. But have you ever considered dating your AI tool? This show promises to explore what that could look like. The first act opens with laugh-out-loud comedy, highlighting the perks and challenges of being in a relationship with technology. It starts by depicting the craving for intimacy while hearing another's sexual encounters. The story centres on an awkward individual navigating the dating world, struggling to meet others and definitely not ready for the open conversations that his AI tool, Mandy, was ready to have with him, including very vocal phone sex....

The Opera Locos – Peacock Theatre

Yllana, the renowned Spanish theatre group, brings a vibrant new production to the Peacock Theatre with "The Opera Locos." Translating from Spanish "The Crazy Opera," is an exhilarating spectacle that indeed lives up to its name, offering a whirlwind experience that marries classical opera with a contemporary comedic flair. Despite its modest cast, which includes Enrique Sánchez-Ramos, Jesús Álvarez, María Rey-Joly, Mayca Teba, and Michaël Koné, each member shines brightly, showcasing their classically trained skills and vocals while infusing the production with depth of comedy. Their performances inject the show with energy and charisma, enhancing the experience for the audience. In this performance, traditional narrative takes a backseat, allowing for a dynamic interplay of sounds,...