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Dis-labled - Community Focus Arts RadioEp 27: A Visit to Chickenshed Theatre CompanySend us a textThis week, we took a break from our usual show to visit the amazing Chickenshed Theatre Company, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary.We got a special tour, went behind the scenes, and met some of the fantastic team who make it all happen.Our guide for the afternoon was Matthew Lyons, head of Young Company, and we also had the pleasure of meeting Maya and Shiloh, who shared their love for this incredible theatre.We were blown away...2024-12-1329 min
Propertyshe PodcastHarvey SoningHarvey founded James Andrew International in 1974 following the first phase of his real estate career at Peachey Property Corporation and Guardian Properties Plc. James Andrew has been involved in many major commercial real estate developments, investment acquisitions, leasing and disposals in the UK, Europe and USA over the past 50 years.Harvey is Chairman of James Andrew RSW and James Andrew Residential, which are involved in the management of over 2 million sq ft of West End and City of London office buildings and commercial properties throughout the UK. James Andrew Residential manages over 8,000 luxury apartments across L...2024-12-0343 min
Aces Interviews♠️Aces Interviews with Chickenshed ♠️First aired on YouTube 1st October 2023In today’s Aces Interview, ‘conversations to empower’, I’ll be chatting with Mary Ward and Jo Collins, founders of Chickenshed, an inclusive theatre company. In 1974, musician and composer Jo met teacher and director Mary. Sharing a belief that everyone who wanted should have the right to perform and create, they set up a theatre company on a farm in a disused chicken shed! Chicken Shed took part in Britains Got Talent, reaching the semi finals and receiving the infamous Golden Buzzer!Find out more about Chi...2024-03-0825 min
School of Rock BottomFree Yourself From Anxiety & OCD! School of Rock Bottom 21: Ria Fay[TW//OCD, POCD, Obsessions, Compulsions]
Actor Ria Fay's anxiety, panic, fear, intrusive thoughts and compulsions were out of control. The pandemic proved to be a challenging period for the world, but it was especially harrowing for those dealing with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
Ria has suffered OCD symptoms since aged 5 and today she provides a poignant and powerful account of what it's like to live with untreated OCD, recounting how her condition reached it's lowest point during the pandemic, posing a significant threat to her acting career.
However, this low point became the catalyst for Ria's remarkable recovery. With the...2023-12-0554 min
Darkness RadioPro Bono: The 18 Year Defense of Caril Ann Fugate w/Jeff MacArthurTrue Crime Tuesday presents: Pro Bono: The 18 Year Defense of Caril Ann Fugate with Author, Jeff MacArthur!
In 1958, 19-year-old Charlie Starkweather went on a murder spree that paralyzed Nebraska, shocked the nation, and left 11 people dead. With him when he was captured was his 14-year-old ex-girlfriend Caril Fugate. The question soon arose, was Caril a kidnapped victim, or a heartless accomplice?
Appointed to her case, attorney John McArthur initially accepted the assignment out of a sense of constitutional duty. But as he delved deeper, he found that the truth was far more complicated than anyone was l...2023-06-062h 34
Darkness RadioPro Bono: The 18 Year Defense of Caril Ann Fugate w/Jeff MacArthurTrue Crime Tuesday presents: Pro Bono: The 18 Year Defense of Caril Ann Fugate with Author, Jeff MacArthur!
In 1958, 19-year-old Charlie Starkweather went on a murder spree that paralyzed Nebraska, shocked the nation, and left 11 people dead. With him when he was captured was his 14-year-old ex-girlfriend Caril Fugate. The question soon arose, was Caril a kidnapped victim, or a heartless accomplice?
Appointed to her case, attorney John McArthur initially accepted the assignment out of a sense of constitutional duty. But as he delved deeper, he found that the truth was far more complicated than anyone was l...2023-06-062h 34
The State of Being's PodcastEpisode 11 -The Wendy House Project2022-08-1827 min
The State of Being's PodcastEpisode 10Tenth in a series of podcasts exploring the state of being for a group of the young people from the North London theatre, Chickenshed.
2022-05-0417 min
The State of Being's PodcastEpisode 9Ninth in a series of podcasts exploring the state of being for a group of the young people from the North London theatre, Chickenshed.
2022-01-2122 min
The Everything Theatre InterviewsEpisode 10: Belinda McGuirk invites the world to EverAfterBelinda McGuirk works for Chickenshed, a theatre in North London that is more than just a theatre, it is also a place that provides education and training - many actors have gone on to big things after their involvement with Chickenshed.
They also, each Christmas, put on what can only be described as a big production - 800 people, divided over a rolling 4 day rota. This year, Belinda will be directing the show, which will be EverAfter.
So it was a pleasure to chat with Belinda, about directing the show and how you even start directing i...2021-11-1039 min
The State of Being's PodcastEpisode 8Eighth in a series of podcasts exploring the state of being for a group of the young people from the North London theatre, Chickenshed.
2021-11-0833 min
I'll Tell You What...Episode 88: Theatre SuperstitionsIn this weeks Episode Miranda dives into some wild Theatre Superstitions! Perfectly fitting as she was wrapping up the show she was in at the time. The world of Theatre has always been full of mysticism, and that goes hand in hand with superstition.Become a Patreon Patron: www.patreon.com/illtellyouwhatSources:Broadwaydirect.comwww.capitaltheatres.comwww.chickenshed.orgwww.castawaystheatre.comwww.backstage.comTheatre Superstition - Wiki--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/madderthanacaterpillar/support2021-10-0747 min
The State of Being's PodcastThe State Of Being - Episode 7Seventh in a series of podcasts exploring the state of being for a group of the young people from the North London theatre, Chickenshed.
2021-09-2938 min
The State of Being's PodcastEpisode 6Sixth in a series of podcasts exploring the state of being for a group of the young people from the North London theatre, Chickenshed.
2021-06-2527 min
Filmed Live MusicalsChickenshedHost Luisa Lyons chats with Susan Jamson, Press and PR Manager for the north London based inclusive theatre company Chickenshed. Chickenshed is an inclusive theatre company that first began in 1974. Primarily based at their purpose-built venue in North London, they create theatre for all ages and run successful outreach projects, education courses and membership programmes throughout the year. As a result of lockdown, Chickenshed have made many of their past shows available for free online. In this moving chat, Susan shares some of the stories from her 30 years with Chickenshed, her experience of raising a c...2021-05-3158 min
Shomee Creators PodcastElaine Finkletaub: Teaching Creative Expression To Children With Mixed AbilitiesWe can already imagine a day when traditional classes might become obsolete. Like live performances, the pandemic forced Education to move online, and be available over any distance. But as simple as it sounds, for organizations like Chickenshed, that that offers programs designed for children and youths with mixed abilities, there are some very unique challenges to address. For example, how to teach movement to a child that has limited mobility, or how to help a child that is non-verbal feel included? My guest in this episode, Elaine Finkletaub, talks about how Chickenshed has remained unbreakable in its mission...2021-03-1624 min
Shomee Creators PodcastUpcoming Episodes - week of 3/1/21Coming up on Shomee Creators Podcast...
Musician Alex Kajamulo talks about the cultural music of coffee farmers around the world.
Eyal Simko with VirtualCr8tive gives us a preview of breakthrough technology that could change how audiences interact with artists during live performance.
And Elaine Finkletaub with Chickenshed theater company talks about changing the lives of young adults and children with disabilities through theater, music, and dance.
Stay tuned and don’t forget to share, like, and subscribe on Facebook and Twitter @shomeelife2021-03-0200 min
The State of Being's PodcastChristmas EpisodeSixth in a series of podcasts exploring the state of being for a group of the young people from the North London theatre, Chickenshed.
2020-12-0925 min
The State of Being's PodcastEpisode 5Fifth in a series of podcasts exploring the state of being for a group of the young people from the North London theatre, Chickenshed.
2020-11-1326 min
The State of Being's PodcastEpisode 4Fourth in a series of podcasts exploring the state of being for a group of the young people from the North London theatre, Chickenshed.
2020-10-0439 min
The State of Being's PodcastEpisode 3Third in a series of podcasts exploring the state of being for a group of the young people from the North London theatre, Chickenshed.
2020-09-1937 min
The Leaders Council PodcastIn Conversation: Louise Perry Louise Perry is the Managing Director of the Chickenshed Theatre, an inclusive theatre company that uses performing arts to celebrate diversity and inspire social change.2020-09-1141 min
The State of Being's PodcastEpisode 2Second in a series of podcasts exploring the state of being for a group of the young people from the North London theatre, Chickenshed.
2020-09-0343 min
The State of Being's PodcastEpisode 1First in a series of podcasts exploring the state of being for a group of the young people from the North London theatre, Chickenshed.
2020-08-2749 min
The State of Being's PodcastPilot EpisodePilot episode of a new podcast exploring the state of being for a group of the young people from the North London theatre, Chickenshed.
2020-08-271h 01
That Stagey BlogOffies 2020 -AudioOffies 2020. Battersea Arts Centre
Performances from:
Arts Ed*
Bac Beatbox Academy
Interviews with
Oti Mabuse
Joanne Clifton
Jack Reitman
Cary Crankson
Geoffrey Brown
Ft. Winning speeches from
Park Theatre
Arcola Theatre
Above The Stag
Chickenshed Theatre
Bunker Theatre
Jack Studio Theatre
All the Little Lights
Napoli 44
Unicorn Theatre
Half Moon Theatre
Oti Mabuse
Southwark Playhouse
Jordan Li-Smith
Queen of the Mist
Jack Studio Theatre
Charing Cross Theatre
Amour
Charing Cross Theatre
Danielle Tarento
Jerome Pradon
Aspects of Love
Ashlee Young
The Union Theatre
Bart Lambert
The Hope Theatre
Jeannette Bayardelle
The Vaults
Bill Buckhurst
Boulevard Theatre
Greenwich Theatre
HMS Pinafore
Char...2020-03-101h 10
Kidding Me: Comedian ParentsKidding Me: Comedian Parents - Luke ToulsonEpisode 9 of 'Kidding Me: Comedian Parents' features comedian, actor, director and parent Luke Toulson. Luke has been doing stand up for many years, he's been on 'Russell Howard's Good News' and does a lot of material about being a parent. He talks about how that material was formed, he talks about some big problems he's overcome and shares his experiences of being a parent with fellow comedian and parent Joe Bor.
You can come to see the next recording live featuring star of 'Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow' and 'Mock The Week' Hal Cruttenden on Sunday October 27th a...2019-10-2500 min
Your London LegacyLou Stein Artistic Director At Chicken Shed A Magical Inclusive Theatre Changing Lives Every DayI’ve got to tell you, everything about this whole episode made me quite emotional.
As I walked back into the welcoming foyer of the Chicken Shed Theatre—for the first time in many year – my mind was instantly taken back to the wonderful memories my wife and I had dropping our then 9 year old son off for rehearsals, at this magical venue that “celebrates inclusion to enrich lives and transform our world.” That’s a hell of mantra to live up to. But believe me Chicken Shed Theatre does all that and more.
I met up with the wonderful & deeply...2019-04-0800 min
Ian BoldsworthEpisode 86 - Chas Hodges, Calam Lynch & ChickenshedIan had a very busy show on Monday, with guests Ashley Driver and Olivier Leclair from Chickenshed Theatre in the studio ahead of their production of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest. Then on the phone was the legendary Chas Hodges from Chas & Dave, who was discussing the duo’s new album and getting into emailing. Finally, actor Calam Lynch was in the studio to discuss his role in ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ at The Rose Theatre in Kingston. Also on the show was Harriet Thorpe (again) and Assistant Producer Toby had his appraisal.2018-04-171h 38
MidweekRuth Joseph; Maria Friedman; Michael Cockerell; Mathew PrichardLibby Purves is joined by food writer Ruth Joseph, musical theatre star Maria Friedman, documentary maker Michael Cockerell and grandson of Agatha Christie, Mathew Prichard.Ruth Joseph is a cook and food writer. Food has always been intrinsic to Jewish life and to her own - from the age of eleven Ruth cared for her late mother who had anorexia as a direct result of her experiences during the Holocaust. Ruth's new cook book, co-written by Simon Round, 'Warm Bagels & Apple Strudel' combines traditional and modern influences - for example explaining why chicken is synonymous with the...2012-05-0241 minMidweek01/12/2010This week Libby Purves is joined by Xander Rawlins, Jane Milligan, Mary Ward, Mark Logue and Matthew Kelly.Xander Rawlins is a Captain in the Grenadier Guards. He releases his debut single '1000 miles Apart' this month, a song that was written whilst he was serving on the front line in Afghanistan's Helmand Province. He performed off-the-cuff concerts which he found was a way of bringing everyone together, and his two acoustic guitars travelled with him throughout his 6 month, 8000 mile tour of duty. Mark Logue is the grandson of Lionel Logue, the Australian speech therapist...2010-12-0141 min