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Film REVIEW: Ant-Man (2015) - ★★★★
Led by a charming performance from Paul Rudd, Ant-Man offers Marvel thrills on an appropriately smaller scale.

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Feb 5, 20242 min read


Film REVIEW: Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015) - ★★★★★
Exuberant and eye-popping, Age of Ultron serves as an overstuffed but mostly satisfying sequel.

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Feb 4, 20242 min read


Film REVIEW: Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) - ★★★★
Just as irreverent as fans of the frequently zany Marvel comic would expect -- as well as funny, thrilling and full of heart.

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Feb 4, 20242 min read


Theatre REVIEW: Aladdin: The Pantomime - ★★★★★
Fly on your magic carpet all the way to East London this Christmas, as Hackney Empire’s 2023 panto Aladdin takes us to a magical new...

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Jan 10, 20241 min read


Film REVIEW: Wonka (2023) - ★★★★
Timothée Chalamet as the young Willy Wonka is just the start. From Britpackers high on Hoverchocs to Rowan Atkinson being trampled by a...

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Jan 10, 20246 min read


Film REVIEW: Spider-Man 3 (2007) - ★★★★★
There are more characters and plotlines, and the action sequences still dazzle.

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Jan 6, 20242 min read


Film REVIEW: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018) - ★★★★★
Matches bold storytelling with striking animation for a purely enjoyable adventure with heart, humor, and plenty of superhero action.

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Dec 23, 20232 min read


Film REVIEW: Spider-Man 2 (2004) - ★★★★★
Boasting an entertaining villain and deeper emotional focus, this is a nimble sequel that improves upon the original.

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Dec 23, 20232 min read


Film REVIEW: Spider-Man (2002) - ★★★★
A good dose of web-swinging fun, it also has a heart, thanks to the combined charms of director Sam Raimi and star Tobey Maguire.

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Dec 10, 20232 min read


Film REVIEW: Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014) - ★★★★★
Suspenseful and politically astute, Captain America: The Winter Soldier is a superior entry in the Avengers canon.

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Nov 29, 20232 min read


Film REVIEW: Thor: The Dark World (2013) - ★★★★
It may not be the finest film to come from the Marvel Universe, but still offers plenty of the humor and high-stakes action that we expect.

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Nov 24, 20232 min read


Film REVIEW: Iron Man 3 (2013) - ★★★★★
With the help of its charismatic lead, some impressive action sequences, and even a few surprises, Iron Man 3 is witty and entertaining.

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Oct 31, 20232 min read


Film REVIEW: The Avengers (2012) - ★★★★
Thanks to a script that emphasizes its heroes' humanity and a wealth of superpowered set pieces, The Avengers lives up to its hype.

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Oct 29, 20232 min read


Film REVIEW: Captain America: The First Avenger (2011) - ★★★★
With plenty of pulpy action, a pleasantly retro vibe, and a handful of fine performances, Captain America is solidly old-fashioned.

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Oct 26, 20232 min read


Film REVIEW: Thor (2011) - ★★★★
A dazzling blockbuster that tempers its sweeping scope with wit, humor, and human drama, Thor is mighty Marvel entertainment.

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Oct 7, 20232 min read


Film REVIEW: The Flash (2023) - ★★★★
The Flash is funny, fittingly fast-paced, and overall ranks as one of the best DC movies in recent years.

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Aug 16, 20232 min read


Fringe REVIEW: Police Cops: The Musical - ★★★★★
USA, 1985: Rookie Police Cop Jimmy Johnson joined the force to protect and serve... But now Jimmy's in deep, partnered up with a renegade...

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Aug 14, 20232 min read


Fringe REVIEW: Improvised Rubbish Shakespeare - The Incomplete Works - ★★★★★
Shakespeare's gone awol so his cast must make it up... in front of the king! With your help, this hilarious, madcap troupe must complete...

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Aug 10, 20232 min read


Fringe REVIEW: Shadow Kingdom - ★★★★★
In a kingdom where it is always night, the Owl had declared himself king and made sleeping forbidden. Can he be stopped before our...

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Aug 10, 20232 min read


Fringe REVIEW: Rubbish Romeo and Juliet - ★★★★★
Enemies. Balconies. Kissing... sausage rolls!? Three idiots perform Shakespeare's tragedy, using only a box of tatty wigs, a floral dress...

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
Aug 10, 20233 min read
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