Beth Blakemore
@beth_blakemore
Beth is our Theatre Editor here at The Wee Review. A recent Master's graduate from the University of Edinburgh, Beth is currently based in London and acting as our London Correspondent before she returns back to the homelands. She hopes to begin a PhD in Hispanic Studies in the coming year. Her writing and editing experience includes being Fringe and Culture editor at The Student newspaper during her undergraduate degree.
Reviews: 65
Other Articles: 4
The Trojans
Harrowing experiences of war and displacement are relived by Glasgow’s Syrian community
Kalakuta Republik
An evocative evening of dance that is unflinching in its force and passion
Ed Byrne: If I’m Honest
Byrne is as self-deprecating and cynical as ever in this hilarious hour of comedy about raising his kids
Islander: A New Musical
Mesmerising vocals make for an enchanting hour of song and storytelling
In the Shadow of the Black Dog
A raw and heartfelt conversation about suicide and grief
Blood and Gold
Mara Menzies gifts us with her storyteller finesse once again
Going Slightly Mad
A sedate and underwhelming portrayal of the NHS’s mental health services
(This Isn’t) A True Story
Hysteria and hilarity are in abundance in Nina Segal’s tragicomedy about conspiracy.
The Wave
A class group project explores the dangerous repercussions of a collective identity.
Loneliness and Other Adventures
Mollie Semple shines in this solo piece about loneliness and learning to love yourself.
Claire Wood sings songs of praise for The Lark’s heroine
We spoke to Director Claire Wood about the Edinburgh Graduate Theatre Company’s upcoming production of The Lark, Jean Anouilh’s inspiring play about Joan of Arc.
Anna Karenina
Xameleon Theatre’s bilingual production overflows with ambition, yet doesn’t always hit the mark.
Avalanche: A Love Story
A powerfully poignant piece about fertility issues and the lengths women will go to have a child of their own.
Shackleton and his Stowaway
An honourable portrayal of an incredible story of human survival, which has its own challenges to overcome.
Three Sisters
A tough-going yet worthwhile adaptation that preserves Chekov’s vision of modern theatre.
Night of 100 Solos: A Centennial Event
An ambitious project paying homage to Merce Cunningham, which misses the opportunity to start a new following for the choreographer.
Velvet Petal
A cool contemporary performance that loses itself in trying to make a statement.