Scenes with Girls — Sass, Spark and a Slice of London Life ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
If you like your theatre sharp, stylish and just a little bit chaotic, then Scenes with Girls at the Union Theatre is one to put firmly on your cultural radar.
Presented by Two Souls Productions and penned by the brilliantly observant Miriam Battye, this deliciously modern piece throws us headfirst into the tangled web of female friendship, dating disasters and the emotional rollercoaster that is being a young woman in London. It’s witty, it’s raw, and at times it cuts a little too close to the bone — just how we like it.
Now let’s talk talent.
Imogen Peck is, quite simply, one to watch. She owns the stage with a confidence that feels entirely natural, never forced. There’s a magnetism about her — that elusive “it factor” — and you find yourself drawn in every time she speaks. Mark my words, this is a rising star in the making.
Eleanor Hague, meanwhile, brings a different flavour. With a face absolutely destined for the camera, she has that cinematic quality casting directors dream about. Her performance is a little more acting alone in places in other she commands the stage , but there’s a quiet intrigue there — the kind that suggests, given time, she could be a real force both on stage and screen.
The script? Oh, it’s clever. Very clever. Battye captures the rhythm of modern conversation with razor-sharp precision — the awkward pauses, the brutal honesty, the humour that masks something deeper. It’s brilliantly written and packed with moments that will have you wincing in recognition.
That said — and we keep it honest at 2Shades — acting is reacting, and in places the connection between performers doesn’t quite land. There are moments where the energy dips slightly, where you want that extra spark, that sharper exchange. But here’s the thing: this is exactly what makes the production exciting. With a little more time, a little more polish, this could be exceptional.
And let’s not forget the unsung heroes — the technical team. Slick, seamless and quietly impressive, they support the piece beautifully without ever overshadowing it.
As for the venue, the Union Theatre remains one of London’s best-kept secrets. Intimate, atmospheric and full of charm, it’s the kind of place where theatre feels alive. Pro tip: arrive early, grab a drink, and soak up the vibe — the staff are as fabulous as the performances.
All in all, Scenes with Girls is a bold, funny and promising showcase of emerging talent. It may not be perfect, but darling, it absolutely has potential — and that’s far more exciting.
Go. Watch. And say you saw them before they were stars.
2Shades Magazine 