★★★★★ 'Encompass delivered a fantastic evening. Ultimately, theatre is all about the writing and acting and once again Bare Essentials has delivered that in style.' - LondonTheatre1
★★★★ 'The stunning minimalism presented by Encompass is precisely the kind of theatre London needs more of.' - Pursued by Bears
We're also rated 5* by YPlan users - Shirley M. calls Bare Essentials 'Bloomin' brilliant!'.
There's only ONE SHOW LEFT this Friday 22 July so make sure you book your tickets!
Bare Essentials cast members Pip Barclay and Matthew Leigh were guests on Soho Radio's What's Offstage last Friday, talking all things theatre with a very special Bare Essentials-themed playlist! Listen to the show again right here:
The time has finally arrived...Bare Essentials lands in London's West End THIS FRIDAY! We're all tremendously excited about performing in our new home at the Seven Dials Club in Covent Garden. So excited that Rachael bared all for her '6 Reasons to see Bare Essentials' vlog:
Want more reasons to see the show? Listen to the press:
‘Should be applauded. Talented writers, directors and actors.’ ★★★★★ LondonTheatre1
'Easily London's BEST new writing night’ ★★★★★ Grumpy Gay Critic
'Sheer creativity throughout. Gives new ideas a voice.' ★★★★ Everything Theatre
‘High quality acting and equally impressive directing. A breath of fresh air.’ ★★★★ Theatre Bubble
'One of the most exciting new writing nights in London. Audiences are hooked.' ★★★★ Female Arts
'Entertaining, compelling pieces of theatre. An entertaining evening.' ★★★★ London Pub Theatres **Recommended by YPlan, Empty Pocket Guide, Theatre Bubble and London Pub Theatres**
Encompass is SIX years old today! That's six years of producing new theatre, film and the best reviewed new writing night in London. A sincere and heartfelt THANK YOU to all our supporters - the best is yet to come!
Our first Bare Essentials of the year was another fantastic success. We at Encompass Productions are very appreciative of the fantastic reception the run received and to top it all off, we have a 4 star review from London Pub Theatres!
★★★★ 'Entertaining, compelling pieces of theatre. All involved should be commended for an entertaining evening.'
We have big things planned for Bare Essentials in the future so watch this space! In the meantime Encompass continue to work on our next main house productions as well as other yet-to-be-announced projects. Don't forget you can now follow us on Instagram as encompass_productions. Enjoy the video from the last night of the run and more production photography below!
London's best reviewed new writing night returns for its first 2016 edition!
‘A critical cornerstone in new theatre writing. Utterly perfect.’ ★★★★★ Grumpy Gay Critic
‘Should be applauded. Talented writers, directors and actors.’ ★★★★★ LondonTheatre1
A critically acclaimed series of events staging new plays by established and emerging theatremakers from all around the world... BARE ESSENTIALS showcases high quality theatre at its most elemental - and all for less than a tenner! Expect thrilling drama, hilarious comedies and more, fresh from the pens of award-winning playwrights and the hottest up-and-coming talent. Join Encompass Productions for ‘an outstanding international new writing night’ (London Pub Theatres) and experience stripped-back, bare bones theatre at its best!
Nearest Overground: New Cross (2min walk) & New Cross Gate (5min walk)
TICKETS:
Tickets are £9.50 and are available online and on the door. Book via Eventbrite, turn up by 7.15pm and get the best seats!Please note: priority seats will be released at 7.20pm if not claimed.
#BareEssentialsLDN @EncompassOnline
www.encompassproductions.co.uk/BareEssentials
PRESS FOR BARE ESSENTIALS:
'Encompass Productions should be applauded...a talented pool of writers, directors and actors.' ★★★★★ LondonTheatre1
'Consistently brilliant. A critical cornerstone in new theatre writing. Utterly perfect.' ★★★★★ Grumpy Gay Critic
'Sheer creativity throughout. Gives new ideas a voice, the best, the brilliant and the diamonds in the rough.' ★★★★ Everything Theatre
‘High quality acting and equally impressive directing panache. A breath of fresh air.’
★★★★ Theatre Bubble
'One of the most exciting new writing nights in London. Repeat audiences and newcomers alike are hooked.' ★★★★ Female Arts
London's best reviewed new writing night returns...with a seasonal twist! An acclaimed series of events featuring new work from established and emerging international theatremakers, BARE ESSENTIALS showcases theatre at its most elemental - all for less than a tenner! Performing everything from gripping drama and laugh-out-loud comedies, join Encompass Productions for a night that celebrates the best and worst parts of the festive season!
PERFORMANCES:
TUES 15 - WEDS 16 - THURS 17 - FRI 18 DECEMBER, 7.30PM TAKE COURAGE THEATRE @ THE AMERSHAM ARMS
Nearest Overground: New Cross (2min walk) & New Cross Gate (5min walk)
TICKETS:
Tickets are £9.50 and are available online and on the door. Book via Eventbrite, turn up by 7.15pm and get the best seats! Please note: priority seats will be released at 7.20pm if not claimed.
#BareEssentialsLDN @EncompassOnline
www.encompassproductions.co.uk/BareEssentials
PRESS FOR BARE ESSENTIALS:
'Encompass Productions should be applauded...a talented pool of writers, directors and actors.' ★★★★★ LondonTheatre1
'Sheer creativity throughout. Gives new ideas a voice.' ★★★★ Everything Theatre
‘High quality acting and equally impressive directing. A breath of fresh air.’ ★★★★ Theatre Bubble
