Theatre review: The EncounterThis production shows how to stream theatre, says John NathanBy John Nathan2 min read
A soft Shylock and powerful Portia from 2015Theatre critic John Nathan watches an RSC production of The Merchant of Venice from 2015 onlineBy John Nathan2 min read
Two virtual trips to Moscow and AmsterdamIt's still possible to see theatre performances during lockdown, says John NathanBy John Nathan2 min read
Theatre review: Blithe SpiritJennifer Saunders' performance as medium Madame Arcati may be the comic performance of the year, says John NathanBy John Nathan1 min read
Theatre review: The Prince of EgyptWhat if the Almighty were to see this version of the Exodus?By John Nathan2 min read
'It's a funny thing to be happy'After 20 years of stand up, Josh Howie has his first acting role, in a new sitcom about a Jewish newspaperBy Keren David5 min read
Steven Berkoff: My East End inspirationThe playwright's new book traces his theatrical career. In this extract he recalls the East End upbringing that inspired his first playBy Steven Berkoff4 min read
Theatre review: Be More ChillJohn Nathan enjoys a high school musical about teenage angstBy John Nathan1 min read
Dance review: Dances at a Gathering/The CellistA moving account in dance of the life of Jacqueling Du Pre and a celebration of pure dance make an enjoyable double billBy Joy Sable1 min read
Theatre review: Leopoldstadt'This is the play that Stoppard could never have envisaged writing before he discovered in late-ish middle age that his Jewish roots were far stronger and deeper than he ever imagined.'By John Nathan3 min read
Theatre review: Endgame and Rough for Theatre IITwo stars take away the bleakness in BeckettBy John Nathan1 min read
After ‘Wicked’, the prince of musicals is backHis musical Wicked is a massive hit. Now Stephen Schwartz is back in London for the premiere of The Prince of Egypt, his musical take on ExodusBy Keren David6 min read
Theatre review: Uncle VanyaMuddled thinking mars this production of Chekhov's classic, says John NathanBy John Nathan2 min read
Dance review: Aisha and AbhayaEarplugs at the ready, Joy Sable ventured to the latest production from Israeli choreographer Sharon EyalBy Joy Sable1 min read