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Three To See on 8 Sep: David Quirk – Approaching Perfection, Jess and Joe Forever, The Pianist Of Willesden Lane

By TW Editorial | Published on Thursday 1 September 2016

And today’s ThisWeek-tipped, LDN-based events are…

David Quirk – Approaching Perfection | Soho Theatre | 8-10 Sep
Not sure just how close to perfection this show comes because I’ve not seen it myself, but I’ve been assured by many that I would love his nervy and anecdotal style of comedy. Plus, he has won lots of awards. And performed this show on the Blundabus. This is gonna be great. Click on this link to book your tickets.

Jess And Joe Forever | Orange Tree Theatre | 8 Sep-8 Oct (pictured)
Coming of age is always a good topic for theatre, and I have high hopes of this particular piece, which is by Zoe Cooper, and was commissioned by Old Vic New Voices. It’s about Joe, who is Norfolk born, and Jess, who holidays there with her au pair, and the friendship that develops between them. Have a look at the venue website here for more info.

The Pianist Of Willesden Lane | St James Theatre | 7 Sep-16 Oct
You may have seen it earlier in the year, but if you didn’t, this sell out musical theatre piece – based on sole performer Mona Golabek’s family history – is back. It tells the true story of Lisa Jura, a young Jewish pianist who dreams of concert hall success, but with the rise of Hitler and the Nazi party, everything is set to change. See this page here for more info.