“ This is a fresh, funny and entertaining slice of queer theatre that succeeds on the merits of Louis Emmitt-Stern’s strong script and impressive performances by the entire cast. “

“ With a confident and challenging performance by Michael Batten at it’s core, and assured direction from Scott Le Crass, the play provides plenty of moments you’ll be dissecting long after the plays finalé. “

“ My overwhelming post-show feeling was one of having just been given a great big, beautiful LGBTQ+ musical hug “

“ A Critical Stage is a gentle, but nonetheless highly enjoyable, witty and surprisingly layered production that, despite the amusing shock of its opening, allows itself time to let the story unfold. “

“ With Mayflies writer and composer Gus Gowland is on top form once again, delivering a witty, thought provoking and inclusive musical every bit as impressive as his previous outing, Pieces Of String. “

“ With such well defined characters at the centre of this thoroughly engaging story, I would have happily spent more time in their company to see their journey given even more time to unfold. ”

“ Con-Version is a thought-provoking piece of theatre, successfully realising nearly all of it’s epic ambitions. Filled with an abundance of talent this production is a fantastic way to conclude this years VAULTfestival experience. “

“ Grey Area is a surprisingly moving ride given Peyton-Hills snapshot approach to telling this semi-autobiographical story, the audience’s emotional investment in the characters a testament to the two quality performances “

“ Get Happy is an incredibly strong debut from Joseph Aldous, and whilst it might not actually reveal the secret of how we can all ‘get happy’, it does question whether we are even looking for it in any of the right places? “

“ The more lighthearted moments allow Sam Thomas to flex his musical theatre songwriting muscles and are a welcome diversion after the occasional less-than-memorable ballad. “