Laurel Marks

Review: GRAVE MISTAKE, The Hope Theatre
by Christiana Rose - Jun 2, 2025

Grave Mistake is an unmissable farce and dark comedy created by writers Matthew Ballantyne and Toby Hampton. The plot celebrates the hilarious and frequently fractious relationship between two dysfunctional sisters.

Review: EDINBURGH 2024: IN DEFIANCE OF GRAVITY, Summerhall
by Christiana Rose - Aug 15, 2024

In Defiance of Gravity is concerned with the historical figures of Prince Felix Yusupov, 1887 – 1967 a Russian aristocrat from the House of Yusupov, well known for partaking in the assassination of Grigori Rasputin in 1916, and marrying Princess Irina Alexandrovna, a niece of Emperor Nicholas II.

Review: 21 ROUND FOR CHRISTMAS, Park Theatre
by Christiana Rose - Dec 13, 2023

Christmas can often be a time for reflection, be it unwanted or unexpected. For poor put-upon Tracy, the breathing space of the festive period allows her to consider life, pondering who and what is important truly at this point of her life.

Cathy Conneff Will Star in IN 21 ROUND FOR CHRISTMAS at Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2023

 Cathy Conneff will star in the upcoming new production of Toby Hampton and Matthew Ballantyne's 21 Round For Christmas, which will run at Park Theatre's Park90 theatre from 6-23 December 2023.

Cast Announced For The World Premiere of New Musical TASTING NOTES
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2022

West End Mischief Theatre stars Niall Ransome and Nancy Zamit are among the cast revealed today  for the world premiere of 'Tasting Notes',  a new musical by Richard Baker and Charlie Ryall at Southwark Playhouse.

Minty Fresh Productions Present The Return Of Gabrielle Macpherson's OUTSIDE as Part of London Horror Festival
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2021

Minty Fresh Productions today announce the return of Offie OnComm nominated Outside, written and performed by Gabrielle MacPherson. Directed by Laurel Marks, the production will be staged at The Pleasance, Islington, as part of London Horror Festival, on 20 and 21 October; with further performances at Rosemary Branch Theatre from 18 – 20 November. 

TRESTLE to be Presented at Jack Studio Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2021

Jack Studio Theatre has announced their upcoming production of Stewart Pringle’s award-winning play, Trestle. Trestle is a warm hearted, funny and moving look at two retired people brought together each week as they fold away a trestle table in their community hall. A bittersweet comic drama about later life, love and community. And bananas.