Boys on the Verge of Tears London Reviews and Tickets

68%

(3 Ratings)

Positive

67%

Mixed

33%

Negative

Members say

Slow, Funny, Edgy, Interesting, Indulgent

About the Show

The world premiere of Sam Grabiner's award-winning play explores what it is to be a man.

A father waits for his son. Kids bunk off school. Fights break out after a heavy night out.

Featuring six actors playing multiple roles, 'Boys on the Verge of Tears' explores violence, vulnerability and what is it to be a man, within the setting of a men’s public toilet.

'Boys on the Verge of Tears' was the recipient of Soho Theatre's Verity Bargate Award in 2022.

This production is recommended for ages 18+.

Show-Score Member Reviews (3)

Funny, Interesting, Edgy

See it if you want a interesting new play that shows masculinity.

Don't see it if You find themes of sexual assault and violence too much. Also if you want a new insight into the male psyche.

Slow, Raunchy, Indulgent, Banal

See it if you like the idea of scenes exploring male conversation in public conveniences

Don't see it if you are expecting a fully develop play with a beginning, a middle and an end

During previews

Great acting, Clever

See it if You like smaller plays without a storyline

Don't see it if You want an easy to follow story

Critic Reviews (7)

"...a cathartic and powerful moment, a veinous fist unclenching."
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"It gets darker in terms of time, and toxicity, as first vandals, then clubbers pile in."
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"Rewarding debut play artfully explores the cycle of male behaviour"
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"...a tiny, tragic and beautiful glimpse into a public toilet's secrets."
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"smart, funny, thoughtful and consistently arresting debut play"
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"The writing doesn’t always equal the ambition..."
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"...this is a great night out, with moments of joy and madness and lots of laughter!"
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