Ed Gamester as Loki took full command of the stage, charismatic and unpredictable, he embodied the trickster god with a dynamic blend of charisma, surprise and powerful wrestling moves.
Mythos Ragnarok is a brilliant fusion of wrestling and theatre, capturing the best qualities of both worlds. It felt like an indie wrestling show, with how it connected with its fans, but with a trust in the performer’s safety, and a rich unfurling story that kept us on the edge of our seats. The death of one character had the audience too stunned to boo, but the tension was palpable, leading to a later payoff that almost brought the house down.
Miles Ley’s Thor stood out with his impeccable comedic timing, the perfect embodiment of brawn over brains, balancing humour and raw power. The other eight performers also embodied distinct and compelling characters, forming a rich ensemble that vividly brought the Nordic gods to life.
The climatic moment of the show was the epic rumble toward the end. The choreography was stunning, each of the eight wrestlers used the stage with precision, flying in and out, every move perfectly timed. It was a breath-taking spectacle, like a blockbuster superhero moment unfolding live. The audience gasped with every bump and throw, fully immersed in each high-stake move, especially as the female performers delivered awe-inspiring feats of strength.
Melanie Watson’s as designer and performer, brought a mythic edge to the characters costumes, making each wrestler feel larger than life. This show is a powerful hybrid of ensemble theatre and indie wrestling, brining raw, collaborative energy and spirit to the stage. They also produced the entire show themselves, this band of punk wrestler theatre-makers. I’m wishing them every success with this amazing show!
Stage City events can be found here - https://stagecity.co.uk/events/mythos-ragnarok/
Reviewer: Kerry Ely
On – 17/04/2026
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