"If theatre is your thing then go to see WEST. You might not get another chance in Christchurch to see a play by Steven Berkoff. A legendary figure in British theatre, an actor, director, and playwright known for his difficult and ego-driven personality, Berkoff writes like there is no tomorrow. His combination of poetic metaphor and rank earthiness is as dazzling as it is original....."

"..Sylvia Barnes and Ian Lester, as the downtrodden mum and dad, are neatly convincing, and Jay Versteeg, as Sylv, the attractive moll, does a fine job. Tom Trevella, as top dog Mike, has a demanding role which he pulls off really well. His monologues are enthralling. At the end when he puts the bite on the audience he truly brings out the import of Berkoff's message."

Reviewed by Alan Scott.

"The play centres around Mike, the 'King of Stamford Hill', a gang leader portrayed with frightening physicality and tenacity by Tom Trevella...."

".. grabs you by the scruff, beats you about, and spits you, dazed, back out onto Rolleston Ave. Bloody Marvellous.."

Reviewed by Erin Harrington

"The cast, crew and director made a truly credible attempt to bring Berkoff's play and the world his people inhabit to vivid life."

"The actors' ensemble playing was excellent."

"Sylvia Barnes and Ian Lester were standouts: convincing, irritating and vulverable."

"Tom Trevella gave a puchy, vital performance as Mike...."