Fringe theatre expert Maxie Szalwinska picks the best things to see beyond the beaten track of London's West End in her regular Fringe benefits column and blog.
Fringe Benefits is back. This week's roundup includes reviews of cabaret and burlesque, but my search for the ultimate variety experience continues, so do pass on your tips for shows you think I should check out. Here are a few of the fringe events I've already booked for:
Dido - Queen of Carthage A chapel in the heart of Soho is the setting for this version of Christopher Marlowe's classic from site-specific specialists Angels In The Architecture. House of St Barnabas, until June 24. Box office: 08700 600 100
Miniaturists An evening of five short plays, including works by Moira "Dinner" Buffini and Elizabeth "The Sugar Wife" Kuti. Southwark Playhouse, June 18.
Red Ladies A mysterious gang of women in matching high heels and handbags are about to descend on the city. Their mission? To find out, head to the Hackney Empire's Bullion Room. Until June 10.
Cruising Following the success of Come Out Eli, Alecky Blythe and the Recorded Delivery team are back with the story of Maureen, a pensioner looking for love. The Bush, June 7 - July 1.
