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Unsolicited Book ReviewsEpisode 18 | I Know the Plot!In this episode, our book-loving co-hosts explain how knowing the plots to books is vitally important as they discuss their thoughts on their last, current, and next reads. Make sure you have your Goodreads app open as they play a thrilling game of Buy, Borrow, Boot! Taking inspiration from the classic game "fuck, marry, kill," Scott and KP put their friendship to the test as they select three books from each other's reading list. Expect laughter, unexpected choices, and perhaps a few friendly jabs along the way. They decide which books to buy, borrow, or boot, so you don’t...2023-11-1454 min
Yorick Radio ProductionsRadio Revelry: The Hidden MaliceContent warning: Murder, implications of suicideAs a special Halloween treat we are delighted to bring you a terrifying play by Ellis Jamieson. In beautiful Elizabethan style dialogue we weave a tale of jealousy, entitlement and tragedy. SANTANO was played my MJ Burns DONATO by Catriona Scott Doctor REVELO by Rosie Beech Cara by Arianna Ellis And BOX by Ellis JaimiesonSupport the show2023-10-2731 minYorick Radio ProductionsTheoretically Theatrical: My Soul is a Private PlaceContent warning: Period typical smoking.This episode is an adaptation of Truman Capote's famous interview with Marlon Brando in 1956. These were two men who, in very different ways, specialised in social engineering. We watch them perform a strange dance of etiquette and manipulation. In My Soul is a Private Place Brando was played by Catriona ScottAnd Capote by Rosie BeechMusic Credits:A Geishas Lament by Steve Oxenhttps://www.fesliyanstudios.com/royalty-free-music/download/a-geishas-lament/1639Support the show2023-07-2117 minYorick Radio ProductionsRadio Revelry: Animals Switching into Servants. Collective Bargaining 101Content warning for raunchy humour and innuendo. In this episode of Radio Revelry we are delighted to present a wonderful comic play by Matt Hanf. Cinderella is a classic fairytale that has been told in different ways all over the world. This time the mice have a bone to pick with the Fairy Godmother. Get ready to take on the injustice of the class system, find out exactly what a thymus is, and tackle far too many balls!Animals Switching into servants. Collective Bargaining 101 was written by Matt Hanf...2023-06-3010 minYorick Radio ProductionsPage Parley: Moniack MhorIn this episode we speak to five wonderful authors, Charli Haynes, Catriona Scott, Arianna Ellis, Monica Burns and Ellis Jamieson, about their experience at the wonderful creative writing centre Moniack Mhor. You can find Moniack Mhor's website here: www.moniackmhor.org.uk You can submit your work to us here: https://yorickradioproductions.comSupport the show2023-03-3151 minYorick Radio ProductionsRadio Revelry: Secret SaintThis episode is not suitable for young children. Wind down from the Christmas rush with our second festive radio play! Welcome back Tannin and Gabriel on a new comical adventure, this time aiding and abetting Saint Nicholas himself! Nick was played by Ellis Jamieson Gabriel by Catriona ScottTannin by Arianna EllisThe Butcher by Monica BurnsAnd Gherkin by Rosie Beech All other parts were played by members of the castIt was written by Rosie Beech with music performed by Nic Beech Sup...2022-12-3029 minYorick Radio ProductionsTheoretically Theatrical: Reviewing the Edinburgh FringeIn this episode we welcome back Catriona Scott to talk about the experience of reviewing shows at the Edinburgh fringe. We cover tight deadlines, braving the Royal Mile, and to always remember that it's only one persons opinion. Cat's Website: https://thebookwyrmreviews.comSupport the show2022-04-2936 minYorick Radio ProductionsCozy Critiques: 'The Last Tudor'We welcome back Bookwyrm Reviews aka Catriona Scott, to rage agains the historical inaccuracy and cardboard writing of 'The Last Tudor' by Philippa Gregory.The original written review can be read here: https://thebookwyrmreviews.com/2020/11/15/the-last-tudor-review-come-at-me-books-dare-3/Support the show2022-01-2709 minYorick Radio ProductionsCozy Critiques: Bookwyrm Reviews 'Normal People'In our new series we welcome back friend of the show Catriona Scott who kindly reads her witty review of 'Normal People.' By Sally Rooney. Normal people review by bookwyrm reviewsLink: https://thebookwyrmreviews.com/2019/06/02/normal-people-review/?fbclid=IwAR3bfg_SRlbd-plORCZ8KcglJWSLYg5eerCGEEWxSVmNV3ymxNJIPr1WUC4Support the show2021-09-2306 minYorick Radio ProductionsPage Parle Past: John DonneIn this twist on our regular series we dramatise a fictional interview with the father of metaphysical poetry, John Donne. We cover his love, his religion and his encounters with death and how all of these inspired his poetry and later his religious writings. CreditsDonne was played by Mark McCartneyAnne was played by Ellisha O’DonnellLucy and Raleigh were played by Catriona ScottDrury was played by Lorne Scott-Kerr The presenter and additional roles were played by Rosie Beech Support the show2021-09-1631 minYorick Radio ProductionsRadio Revelry: HagChildContent Warning: Reference to violence against a child and supernatural threat.Our Third Production for 'Radio Revelry' is a scary story inspired by Gothic Horror, Grimm's Fairy Tales, and Hammer Horror.Credits:Featuring the Voices of Rosie Beech, Catriona Scott and Plywood.Support the show2021-06-1006 minYorick Radio ProductionsTheoretically Theatrical: Ancient GreeceIn this episode of Theoretically Theatrical we explore the roots of modern theatre which are deep in the fertile soil of Ancient Greece. We take a broad look at Tragedy, comedy and what we can learn about their society from their plays. This episode was inspired by Philip Rowe. You can find his podcast here: https://history-of-european-theatre.captivate.fm/?fbclid=IwAR16KggiKni5UD4_Q0UIAl0pws8aPdLeW3xiMe_jSqF0JQqMK8Xm367AZIQThe presenter was Rosie Beech Alexis the Producer was played by Arianna EllisAeschylus was Catriona ScottA...2021-04-2218 minYorick Radio ProductionsTheoretically Theatrical: AbsurdIn this episode of Theoretically theatrical we explore the theatre of the absurd, why it happened, what on earth it's on about and how it continues today. Esslin was played by Catriona ScottZhu by Audrey WangDerksen by Arianna Ellisand the Presenter was Rosie BeechSupport the show2021-03-1813 minYorick Radio ProductionsRadio Revelry: The Merry NativityIn our second production for ‘Radio Revelry’ we wind down from the Christmas season with a comedic take on the Nativity story! CreditsIn ‘The Merry Nativity’ Gabriel was played by Catriona ScottTannin by Ariana EllisMary by Ellis Jamieson Joseph by Monica BurnsAref by Robert McCahillBashir by José GonzalezDabeer by Ben HallEzra by Ellisha O’DonnellHerod by Mark McCartney And Creep by Rosie BeechAll other par...2020-12-2733 minYorick Radio ProductionsTheoretically Theatrical: PantomimeIn this episode of Theoretically Theatrical we explore Pantomime... well we will when we find it!IT'S BEHIND YOU!Oh so it is! We also interview Catriona Scott about life in a theatre during a pantomime run.If you would like to read more of Cat's work then you can find it here:https://thebookwyrmreviews.com If you have a story you’d like us to read or a subject you’d like us to cover then contact us through our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/YorickradioSupp...2020-12-1738 minYorick Radio ProductionsTheoretically Theatrical: Behind the ScenesIn this episode of Theoretically theatrical we take a look behind the scenes of our latest radio play 'Communicable.' You will hear from Rosie Beech about writing and production, Ellisha O' Donnell and Robert McCahill about preparing for the performance and Catriona Scott gives a review of her experience.Support the show2020-11-0546 minYorick Radio ProductionsPage Parle- Rosie Beech and Catriona ScottIn this episode of Page Parle the tables are turned and Cat interviews me about the short story 'Lewellen's Last Stand.' We discuss acting out scenes before you write them and how to overcome the fear of starting a project.Read more of Cat's work here: https://thebookwyrmreviews.wordpress.comIf you have a story you would like us to read then contact us here: https://www.facebook.com/YorickradioSupport the show2020-09-1033 minYorick Radio ProductionsTheoretically Theatrical- Murder Mystery NightsIn this episode of 'Theoretically Theatrical' we take a look at Murder Mystery Nights and the creative potential they offer. This episode also features an interview with Catriona Scott about her experience of writing and performing in these games. Support the show2020-08-2727 minYorick Radio ProductionsPage Parle- Catriona ScottIn Page Parley we chat to the authors whose work we read on Scintillating Stories. In this episode we have a natter with Catriona Scott. You can read more of Catriona’s work on her blog.Link: https://thebookwyrmreviews.wordpress.comSupport the show2020-07-0913 min
ChromeRadioAt the First Stroke | Stephen Critchlow & friendsTHE COAT CUPBOARD COLLECTIVE presents AT THE FIRST STROKE, STEPHEN CRITCHLOW’s uplifting and often hilarious account of his extraordinary recovery from a serious stroke earlier this year while in rehearsals for ALONE IN BERLIN at the Royal and Derngate in Northampton.
With contributions from RACHEL ATKINS, DAVID HOLT, CHRIS PAVLO and DAVID SARGENT. Especial thanks to NAXOS for its generous licensing of the CRUSH COLLISION MARCH by SCOTT JOPLIN.
A WORD FROM STEPHEN
In January of this year, I had a stroke and spent time at Northampton General Hospital and University Hospital Lewisham. While in hospital, I experienced first-hand th...2020-06-1148 min