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MickeyJoTheatreThe Constant Wife / 4.48 Psychosis (Royal Shakespeare Company, Stratford-Upon-Avon) - ★★★★ REVIEWSEarlier this week, Mickey-Jo spent two evenings at the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford upon Avon, seeing two entirely different pieces of theatre.First he saw Laura Wade's new adaptation of The Constant Wife starring Rose Leslie, and the next evening was the press night performance of 4.48 Psychosis, a hugely impactful play by Laura Wade recounted with the play's original cast.Check out this double bill review to find out what Mickey-Jo thought of these two pieces of theatre... • 00:00 | introduction02:01 | The Constant Wife12:30 | Th...2025-07-2031 min
Theatre Audience PodcastLovestuck, This Bitter Earth & Showmanism In this week’s episode we’re reviewing three diverse productions that offer everything from heartfelt romance to raw emotional performances. We dive into Lovestuck at Theatre Royal Stratford East, This Bitter Earth at Soho Theatre starring Omari Douglas and Alexander Lincoln, and Showmanism starring Dickie Beau.Lovestuck at Theatre Royal Stratford EastLovestuck is a vibrant and joyful celebration of love, friendship, and self-discovery. The show explores the complexities of modern relationships with a mix of humour, heart, and an upbeat energy. Set in a world where the characters are navigating the twists and...2025-07-0130 min
Horse Racing Odds DailyBetting Trends Highlight Value Plays at Cranbourne, Haydock, and Down RoyalCranbourne and Haydock have seen steady betting activity this morning, with strategic late money focusing on specific runners. At Cranbourne, Race Two has drawn significant attention to Florina Region, whose odds tightened as heavy win pools and professional money flowed in, suggesting strong insider confidence compared to the morning line[1]. No notable shifts were seen elsewhere on the card. At Haydock, track condition updates moved the going to good-to-soft in places, prompting some odds adjustment for horses favoring softer turf, especially in the longer races scheduled for the outer track where scattered showers persisted through midday[3].Major races...2025-05-3003 min
Stratford Mail"A Very Warm Engagement"Send us a textBritish General Charles Cornwallis said it best: “The Rivers of Virginia are advantageous to an invading army.” In the spring of 1781, the Royal Navy and loyalist privateers raided along the major and minor waterways of the Chesapeake. The April 1781 log of the British war sloop HMS Savage offers a glimpse of the destruction wrought along the Potomac to warehouses, manufacturing facilities, homes and outbuildings, and it counts 50 or more enslaved Africans and African Americans who escaped slavery aboard the marauding British ships. In April 1781, Richard Henry Lee was home at Chantilly overlooking the Curr...2025-05-1517 minMickeyJoTheatreEdward II (Swan Theatre, RSC, Stratford-Upon-Avon) - ★★★★ REVIEWMickey-Jo recently headed to Stratford upon Avon, home of the Royal Shakespeare Company, to see their new production of EDWARD II.The play, written by Christopher Marlowe, speculates about the reign of the troubled 14th century king, and his relationship with Piers Gaveston.Check out this full review for Mickey-Jo thoughts on the play, its queer themes, and this singularly passionate new staging starring co-artistic director Daniel Evans in the title role.•00:00 | introduction02:04 | overview / synopsis07:09 | queer themes12:36 | creative choices16:58 | performances•About Mickey-Jo:As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a...2025-03-2020 min
Far And Away Podcast113: La mia immersione nel mondo di Shakespeare a Stratford-upon-AvonSono reduce da due giorni intensi passati con alcune amiche inglesi del book club a Stratford-upon-Avon, al città natale di William Shakespeare. In questa puntata convidivo dettagli, anedotti e curiosità sull'esperienza di visita dei suoi luoghi e la partecipazione a uno degli spettacoli teatrali della RSC, Royal Shakespeare Company. ----------SCOPRI DI PIÙwww.mammafarandaway.comwww.fabianaecca.comI MIEI CANALI SOCIAL• https://www.facebook.com/mammafarandaway• https://www.instagram.com/mammafarandaway/• https://www.pinterest.it/mammafarandaway/COME PUOI SUPPORTARMI• Segui il podcast e condividi gli episodi che ti piacciono di più• Acquista i miei libri su https://www.amazon.it/shop/mammafarandaway/list/1ATU3HDJ1NTK5• Puoi offrirmi un caffè e lasciare un commento nella mia pagina https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mammafarandaway2025-03-1121 min
In The Frame: Theatre Interviews from West End FrameS9 Ep47: Tiffany Graves, Mrs Wormwood in MatildaTiffany Graves recently took over as Mrs Wormwood in the West End production of Matilda The Musical.Having premiered in Stratford-upon-Avon in 2010, the Royal Shakespeare Company’s musical has been seen by 11 million people across 100 cities worldwide. Written by Dennis Kelly, Matilda has music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and direction by Matthew Warchus. Tiffany's London and West End credits include: Roald Dahl’s The Witches, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum and NT: 50 Years on Stage (all National Theatre), Chicago (Cambridge & Adelphi Theatres), Sweet Charity (Theatre Royal Haymarket), Cats (Gillian Lynn...2024-10-0438 min
Musical Theatre Radio presents "Be Our Guest"Be Our Guest with Gus Gowland
Gus is an award-winning writer and composer from London and based in York, UK.
His first full-length musical Pieces of String premiered in 2018 at the Mercury Theatre, Colchester. It was The Stage’s Best Regional Musical of the year and was nominated for the UK Theatre Best Musical Production award. For Pieces of String, Gus won The Stage Debut Award for Best Composer/Lyricist, and was nominated for the inaugural Writer’s Guild of Great Britain Award for Best Musical Theatre Bookwriting. His song cycle Lifeboats, celebrating the LGBTQ+ community was performed at the Kings Head Theatre in Lon...2024-04-1640 min
British Theatre Guide podcastNow, I See continues Malaolu's family trilogy at Stratford EastActor, writer, choreographer and film-maker Lanre Malaolu’s play Samskara had a sell-out run at London’s Yard Theatre in 2022 and was subsequently published by Nick Hern Books. Now, I See is the second play of what has become a trilogy which, like the first part, examines family relationships through a modern black, British lens. BTG Editor David Chadderton spoke to Lanre about the play, his writing process, how his work comes from his own experiences and observations and his introduction to creating theatre through Anna Scher drama classes and a transformational experience through Jonzi D’s...2024-04-1342 min
WeGoTripStratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare's Legacy Audio TourFull Version: Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare's Legacy Audio TourDiscover the remarkable life of William Shakespeare in this Self-Guided Audio Tour of historic Stratford-Upon-Avon. This experience is perfect for those intrigued by the legacy of the Bard and the 16th-century streets that influenced his timeless works. Embark on a path that reveals the secrets of the world's most famous playwright, hosted by the quaint corners, and magnificent edifices of his hometown.
The journey begins at the charming Tudor house 'The Jester', winding through cobbled streets to iconic sites like Shakespeare's Birthplace, the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, and the final stop...2024-03-1700 min
The Travel Transformation Podcast: Self-development & personal growth tips for travel lovers & adventure seekers115. Spotlight On Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare, Swans & The Magic Of The PastIn the first of my quickie ‘Spotlight’ episodes, I talk about one of my favourite places in England: Shakespeare’s Stratford-Upon-Avon. I tell you all about my past trips (of which there have been many), and I give you recommendations on where to go and what to do, from Shakespeare’s Birthplace to seeing a play at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, having a drink in the beer garden at the Dirty Duck, visiting Shakespeare’s grave in the beautiful Trinity Church, having a Shakesbeer at The Garrick pub on the High Street, visiting the Old Thatch Tavern, going on the big wh...2024-02-2021 minMickeyJoTheatreCowbois (Royal Shakespeare Company, Stratford-upon-Avon) - ★★★★ REVIEWMickey-Jo was recently invited to the RSC in Stratford upon Avon to see a new play, Cowbois written by Charlie Josephine (I, Joan).Check out the new review for Mickey-Jo's full thoughts on this wild west queer story.•About Mickey-Jo:As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 60,000 subscribers. S...2023-11-0221 min
Every L PodcastEp 51 | Finding Success on Your Own Terms: My Journey Without Drama School feat. Ashley JosephAshley is my latest guest and shares his incredible journey in the performing arts industry, sharing his experiences and insights. Topics that will be covered include:
The Power of Grounding and Advocacy
Navigating Auditions and Opportunities
Overcoming Setbacks and Rediscovering Creativity
To have this conversation with someone as talented and inspiring as Ashley is a joy. It further proves that no matter how "successful" someone can appear it may not be how they see themselves and you don't always know what they have been through to get where they are.
I hope you are encouraged a...2023-08-141h 16
The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & ChatBONUS (ft. Rhashan Stone & Elexi Walker): Tambo & Bones and Robin Hood: The Legend. Re-writtenWe're back with a bonus episode featuring Rhashan Stone (All About Eve / Into The Woods) and Elexi Walker (I Think We Are Alone / She Ventures and He Wins ). Rhashan Stone is playing Tambo in the UK premiere of Tambo & Bones. Written by Dave Harris and directed by Matthew Xia, the show is running at the Theatre Royal Stratford East.Tambo & Bones laughs through our past, blows the roof off our present and imagines an explosive future for our world... and for theatre.Some of Rhashan's theatre credits include All About Eve and Cheek By...2023-07-0632 min
"What's Good?" W/ Charlie TaylorEp.234 - "A Note On Quarters" W/ Tambo & Bones' Matthew Xia, Rhashan Stone & Daniel WardWe have a special WG interview for you to enjoy! Last month, I was invited to see a play in Theatre Royal Stratford East called "Tambo & Bones", written by West Philly's own Dave Harris.And as you can imagine from the episode title, I was also given the opportunity to interview the director and lead actors of the show. So - in an episode that's split into two - the 1st half is a one-on-one with director Matthew Xia and the 2nd half involving Xia; actors Rhashan Stone and Daniel Ward. We talk their artistic beginnings, the...2023-07-051h 04
Diggin' In The DigitsEp.221 - Tambo & Bones InterviewIn a change of pace from usual DITD proceedings, Charlie was invited to see a play in Theatre Royal Stratford East called "Tambo & Bones", written by West Philly's own Dave Harris.And as you can imagine from the episode title, Charlie was also given the opportunity to interview the director and lead actors of the show. In an episode that's split into two: the 1st half is a one-on-one with director Matthew Xia and the 2nd half involving Xia; actors Rhashan Stone and Daniel Ward.On top of this, if you'd like to see "Tambo...2023-07-051h 03
RAMPS ON THE MOON PODCASTEP 5: Producing an accessible show with Eleanor Lang and Sean Brooks from Theatre Royal Stratford EastEleanor Lang and Sean Brooks are from Theatre Royal Stratford East. Eleanor is Executive Director and Sean is Deputy Producer and a freelance producer.Michèle asks the 64 million dollar question, “What is a Producer, anyway?” and gets a great answer in which Eleanor and Sean unpack the process. They discuss the growing recognition in the industry of the importance of having early conversations about what everyone needs to do their best work, and Sean shares his advice for creating the best kind of rehearsal room - before getting anarchic when he talks about...2023-05-3040 min
DOWNTIME - interviews with dance artists & arts leaders, talking about dance & the artsMovement Direction with Ayse Tashkiran and Ingrid MackinnonLou talked with Movement Directors Ayse Tashkiran and Ingrid Mackinnon about how they approach the key relationships at the heart of their work - namely directors, individual and groups of actors and other collaborators; how they try to identify and develop the ‘feeling’ or ‘colour’ of a production and how they move between leading and observing.They also shared their thoughts on how to ask for time to do the work they need to do, the practicalities that surround how often they are in the space, the visions they have for the role of movement...2023-01-061h 03The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & ChatBONUS (ft. Gracie McGonigal & Corrine Priest): Theatre Royal Stratford East panto & Claus The MusicalWe're bringing you a bonus episode with special guests Gracie McGonigal (The Crucible) and Corrine Priest (Les Misérables).Gracie McGonigal is currently starring as the title role in Cinderella at the Theatre Royal Stratford East. The panto rule book has been torn up for an original take on the enduringly popular story, set in the ancient home of Sphynx cats, pharaohs and the empress Cleopatra. Gracie's theatre credits include: The Crucible (National Theatre), Aladdin (Lyric Hammersmith Theatre), Fangirls Workshop (Sonia Friedman), National Theatre Connections (National Theatre), Shipton (BEAM 2020, Fat Rascal Theatre), Beyond The Stars (The O...2022-12-0726 min
Regrets, I've Had a FewEpisode 21: Tanika GuptaOver the past 25 years Tanika Gupta has written over 25 stage plays that have been produced in major theatres across the UK and has written extensively for BBC Radio drama. Tanika’s plays The Empress and her adaptation of A Doll’s House are on the National Curriculum in the UK for GSCE school examinations.Theatre credits include: Out West and A Doll’s House (Lyric Hammersmith); Lions And Tigers (Wanamaker Theatre, Shakespeare’s Globe); Red Dust Road (National Theatre Scotland, Edinburgh International Festival); A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian (Hull Truck Theatre); A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Sha...2022-11-0433 min
Outlook on Radio WesternOutlook 2022-10-24 - Discussion with Live Stratford Festival Audio Describer Ruth BarrettFrom old episodes of Perry Mason on AMI to the 2011 Royal Wedding of Prince William and Kate on CBC to Love On the Spectrum on Netflix. Our latest guest has described it all.
This week on Outlook we speak with Ruth Barrett, who attended the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art, who started out as a performer, in the theatre, as a voiceover artist, but she eventually found her way into the world of doing closed captioning work first and then audio description.
She loves English and history and her curiosity, all helpful interests and qualities for a describer to...2022-10-2558 min
Travel FOMOStratford-Upon-Avon: Walking in Shakespeare’s ShoesSeason 5 – Gap Year: UK
Episode 5 (Full episode)
Are you a theater fanatic? Hilarie is! (Go figure...) But even if you’re not, you’ll still love the history and charm behind Shakespeare’s hometown of Stratford-Upon-Avon.
This small English city has protected and cultivated the history of Shakespeare, who is widely believed to be the greatest writer in the English-speaking world. Not only did he write plays for the stage, like "Romeo & Juliet," he also coined many of the terms we still use today – things like, “It’s all Greek to me!” Walk with Jamin and Hilarie through the streets of Stratford-Upo...2022-09-2054 min
L'envie de savoirUn joyau du trésor royal d’AngleterreC’est une histoire digne d’un roman policier… À Londres, Neil Stratford a mené l’enquête sur un trésor aux origines mystérieuses, comme Sherlock Holmes. Pourtant, il n’est pas détective mais conservateur émérite du British Museum. L’établissement conserve une coupe en or finement décorée de scènes illustrant la vie de sainte Agnès. Cet objet demeure un témoignage exceptionnel de l’effervescence artistique qui régnait en France à la fin du XIVe siècle. Il dévoile aussi d’autres secrets sur le destin économique ou diplomatique des pièces d’orfèvrerie. Neil Stratford est...2022-09-1644 min
Nick Hennegan's Bohemian BritainBack to Stratford on Avon.After the Edinburgh Festival Fringe finishes, Nick Hennegan revisits his old haunts in Stratford-on-Avon near the Royal Shakespeare Company, where his theatre ventures first began - back in the 1990s!
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In The Frame: Theatre Interviews from West End FrameS7 Ep3: Kirstie Skivington, Emmeline Pankhurst in Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The WorldFresh from her run in And Juliet, Kirstie Skivington is starring as Emmeline Pankhurst in Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World.Following its UK tour, the production is currently concluding a run at the Theatre Royal Stratford East before visiting Canterbury and then playing the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. The musical is based on the award-winning picture book by suffragette descendant Kate Pankhurst and features stories of some of history’s strongest mothers, sisters and daughters who changed the world. Kirstie's West End credits include swing in Ghost The Musical (Piccadilly), Viva Forever (Piccadilly), I C...2022-07-1551 minMickeyJoTheatreFantastically Great Women Who Changed The World (Theatre Royal Stratford East, London) - REVIEWLast week Mickey-Jo was thrilled to be invited to review a new musical he'd had my eye on for a little while: FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN WHO CHANGED THE WORLD!The show, which is based on the popular book by Kate Pankhurst, is currently playing at Theatre Royal Stratford East before it heads to the Edinburgh Fringe.Check out Mickey-Jo's full review of the show in which he discuss its score, its cast (which includes Renée Lamb, Christina Modestou and Kirstie Skivvington) and its similarities to the global hit, Six.••About Mickey-Jo:As on...2022-07-0615 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastI'm tired of waiting, someone pass me the duct tape - Burn It DownWe recently commissioned 6 writers to create short, rapid response plays about the urgent political issues of today, and out of this, our Burn It Down series was born. These 6 short plays were rehearsed and performed in a single day, and we are thrilled to share a live audio recording of those performances. These plays are available to listen to, exclusively on the Stratford East Podcast until 16 August.I’m tired of waiting, someone pass me the duct tape by Travis AlabanzaI’M TIRED OF WAITING, PASS ME THE DUCT TAPE is about two trans girls...2022-05-1725 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastIt's Not Like It's Illegal - Burn It DownWe recently commissioned 6 writers to create short, rapid response plays about the urgent political issues of today, and out of this, our Burn It Down series was born. These 6 short plays were rehearsed and performed in a single day, and we are thrilled to share a live audio recording of those performances. These plays are available to listen to, exclusively on the Stratford East Podcast until 16 August.It’s Not Like It’s Illegal by Amy TriggA group of sixth formers face expulsion from their boarding school after throwing a party on school grounds. The...2022-05-1735 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastI Want To Live - Burn It DownWe recently commissioned 6 writers to create short, rapid response plays about the urgent political issues of today, and out of this, our Burn It Down series was born. These 6 short plays were rehearsed and performed in a single day, and we are thrilled to share a live audio recording of those performances. These plays are available to listen to, exclusively on the Stratford East Podcast until 16 August.I Want To Live by Jamie HaleOn the 20th March 2020, the wave of the pandemic was breaking across the UK. In London, Sam, a disabled health affairs...2022-05-1740 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastIf I Speak - Burn It DownWe recently commissioned 6 writers to create short, rapid response plays about the urgent political issues of today, and out of this, our Burn It Down series was born. These 6 short plays were rehearsed and performed in a single day, and we are thrilled to share a live audio recording of those performances. These plays are available to listen to, exclusively on the Stratford East Podcast until 16 August.If I Speak by Lettie PreciousPapason is a passionate creative who wants to change the world. However, what they want to put out into the world may...2022-05-1735 min
Theatre Royal Stratford Eastyummy - Burn It DownWe recently commissioned 6 writers to create short, rapid response plays about the urgent political issues of today, and out of this, our Burn It Down series was born. These 6 short plays were rehearsed and performed in a single day, and we are thrilled to share a live audio recording of those performances. These plays are available to listen to, exclusively on the Stratford East Podcast until 16 August.yummy by babriye bukilwaThe year is unknown. The players are nameless. Money is king. Being picked is God.Four Black femmes have made it to...2022-05-1744 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastThe Expendables - Burn It DownWe recently commissioned 6 writers to create short, rapid response plays about the urgent political issues of today, and out of this, our Burn It Down series was born. These 6 short plays were rehearsed and performed in a single day, and we are thrilled to share a live audio recording of those performances. These plays are available to listen to, exclusively on the Stratford East Podcast until 16 August.The Expendables by Timberlake Wertenbaker“Protect the economy and if that means some pensioners die, too bad.” Words attributed to Dominic Cummings in February 2020, denied by him.How...2022-05-1726 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 30 - Travis Alabanza - Burn It DownStratford East has commissioned 6 writers to create urgent, political short plays in a new series called BURN IT DOWN. We'll be interviewing the 12 writers and directors in the series. In this episode, we spoke to Travis Alabanza about their play I'm tired of waiting, someone pass me the duct tape.2022-05-0312 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 29 - Amy Trigg and Jane Moriarty - Burn It DownStratford East has commissioned 6 writers to create urgent, political short plays in a new series called BURN IT DOWN. We'll be interviewing the 12 writers and directors in the series. In this episode, we spoke to Amy Trigg and Jane Moriarty about their play It's Not Like It's Illegal.2022-04-2115 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 28 - Timberlake Wertenbaker and Anthony Lau - Burn It DownStratford East has commissioned 6 writers to create urgent, political short plays in a new series called BURN IT DOWN. We'll be interviewing the 12 writers and directors in the series. In this episode, we spoke to Timberlake Wertenbaker and Anthony Lau about their play The Expendables.
2022-04-1523 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 27 - babirye bukilwa and malakaï sargeant - Burn It DownStratford East has commissioned 6 writers to create urgent, political short plays in a new series called BURN IT DOWN. We'll be interviewing the 12 writers and directors in the series. In this episode, we spoke to babirye bukilwa and malakaï sargeant about their play yummy.
Find out more about our Burn It Down series here.2022-04-1421 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 26 - Lettie Precious and Leian John-Baptiste - Burn It DownStratford East has commissioned 6 writers to create urgent, political short plays in a new series called BURN IT DOWN. We'll be interviewing the 12 writers and directors in the series, kicking off with Lettie Precious and Leian John-Baptiste who tell us all about their play IF I SPEAK.
Find out more about BURN IT DOWN here.2022-04-1422 min
IN THE ROOMSh*tty first drafts, finding your voice and A Love In Verse – Anna JordanAnna Jordan is a writer for theatre, film and TV, a theatre director and acting coach.
Anna's TV credits include Succession (Season 1, HBO), Killing Eve (Season 3, Sid Gentle) and currently Becoming Elizabeth (The Forge / Starz). Theatre credits includes We Anchor In Hope (Bunker Theatre), Pop Music (Paines Plough / Birmingham Rep – National Tour), Mother Courage and Her Children (Royal Exchange / Headlong), The Unreturning (Frantic Assembly – National Tour and Theatre Royal Stratford). Anna won the Bruntwood Prize in 2013 for her play YEN, which has had productions at The Royal Exchange, Royal Court Theatre and MCC New York as well as s...2022-04-0855 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 25 - After The EndWe spoke to actors Amaka Okafor and Nick Blood about starring in Dennis Kelly's AFTER THE END. They give us a great insight into the play as well as advice for folks starting out in the industry, plus some of their music, TV and theatre recommendations.
AFTER THE END is playing at Stratford East until Sat 26 March 2022, book online: www.stratfordeast.com/aftertheend2022-03-1326 minThe West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & ChatS5 Ep42 (ft. Mitchell Zhangazha): Sunset Boulevard, Hamilton, Dear Evan Hansen, Hackney Empire Panto, Audra McDonald + more!Mitchell Zhangazha (understudy Evan & Jared in Dear Evan Hansen) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Mitchell discuss Sunset Boulevard starring Mazz Murray (Royal Albert Hall), Jack and the Beanstalk (Hackney Empire) and Hamilton (Victoria Palace Theatre) as well as the latest news about Wicked's casting search for Nessarose, Audra McDonald's new project and Matt Terry's latest theatre role plus lots more.Mitchell recently joined the West End production of Dear Evan Hansen at the Noel Coward Theatre as an understudy for the roles of Evan and Jared. Prior to the pandemic he was understudying Goldie...2021-12-0753 min
ScriptedClint Dyer with Special Guest - Rachel De-LahayParadox House presents… Episode 9 of Scripted hosted by Daisy Lewis. Episode 9 is here and Daisy sat down with the unstoppable Clint Dyer to chat all things theatre, process and how positive representation at the National Theatre can pave the way for a brighter, more inclusive industry. We also are joined by the brilliant Rachel De-Lahay. It’s not double trouble this week, listeners. It’s double value and we can’t wait for you to tune in. Clint Dyer is the Deputy Artistic Director of The Royal National Theatre. Clint is one of only a very small number of people, and the...2021-11-2450 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 24 - Shining CityWe caught up with actors Michelle Fox and Curtis-Lee Ashqar from the Shining City company.
Conor McPherson's Dublin ghost story SHINING CITY is playing at Stratford East until Sat 23 Oct.
Tickets and info: https://www.stratfordeast.com/shiningcity2021-10-0430 minThe West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & ChatS5 Ep30 (ft. Bree Smith): Frozen, Waitress Tour, Come From Away Film, Hairspray Tour, Amelie + more!Performer Bree Smith (Evita / West Side Story) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Bree discuss Waitress (UK Tour), Frozen (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Hairspray (UK Tour), Come From Away (Apple TV+) & Amelie (Criterion Theatre) as well as the latest news about Rumi, Lucie Jones, David Suchet and lots more!Bree's theatre credits include Evita (Regent’s Park), Dick Whittington (Theatre Royal Stratford East), West Side Story (Royal Exchange), The Book of Mormon (West End), Scrooge The Musical (Leicester Curve), Wonderland (UK Tour) and Eugenius (London Palladium).Bree has been busy with all so...2021-09-1451 min
Gardening with the RHSAllotment extravaganza!This week we're all about growing your own fruit and veg in a programme dedicated to allotments and the green-fingered people who tend them. We meet the 'Veg King', retired fisherman Gerald Stratford (@GeraldStrafor3) – who became an overnight internet sensation, bringing giant veg growing to the attention of a worldwide audience and even starring in a fashion campaign by Gucci.
Allotmenteer and YouTuber Mothin Ali (My Family Garden) shares top tips on growing potatoes while Kirsty Ward (@my_litttle_allotment) gives advice on engaging children with gardening. Plus RHS Garden Wisley's resident fruit guru Jim Arbury offers expert advice on ch...2021-08-0523 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 23 - EXTINCTLive theatre is back at Stratford East and we are thrilled to welcoming audiences into the building. In this episode, we talk to writer April De Angelis about her new plat EXTINCT, which tackles the climate emergency head on.
EXTINCT will play at Stratford East from Wed 30 Jun - Sat 17 Jul, and is available to watch online from 13-18 Jul.
Tickets and info: www.stratfordeast.com/extinct2021-06-2325 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 22 - Tabby LambIn this episode, our Artistic Director, Nadia Fall, chats with performance artist Tabby Lamb about being one of our newly appointed Sky Arts Artistic Associates.2021-05-1029 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 21 - Mina BarberIn this episode, our Artistic Director, Nadia Fall, chats with writer and director Mina Barber about being one of our newly appointed Sky Arts Artistic Associates.2021-05-0540 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 20 - Welcome To IranWe had a chat with actor Maimuna Memon, who plays Ava in the upcoming broadcast of WELCOME TO IRAN.
After having to cancel our production of WELCOME TO IRAN in April 2020, we are thrilled that a new version has been specially recorded for radio and will be broadcast on BBC Radio 3 on Sun 11 Apr, 7.30pm. You can listen to the broadcast on BBC Radio 3 and the BBC Sounds App.2021-04-0628 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 19 - Hysterical! A Hilarious History of HysteriaWe spoke to performer and writer Rebecca Buckle about her show HYSTERICAL! A HILARIOUS HISTORY OF HYSTERIA. We filmed her lecture, which will be available to watch from Mon 29 Mar 2021 at www.stratfordeast.com/hysterical
2021-03-2526 min
Nottingham PlaycastEpisode 43 - Matthew Xia - The Amplify PodcastBack with more new episodes for 2021, Nottingham Playhouse’s Amplify Producer Craig Gilbert chats to more artists of national and international renown in our Amplify Podcast series. These conversations cover career and process, as well as offering a few ideas to explore from home during this time of social distancing. This week Craig is chatting to Matthew Xia.Matthew Xia (Director) is the Artistic Director at ATC (Actors Touring Company), a company dedicated to producing and touring new international and cross-cultural plays. Matthew was previously Associate Artistic Director at the Royal Exchange Theatre, Director in Re...2021-02-2349 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 18 - Spotlight on Freelancers: Tigger BlaizeWe spoke to actor Tigger Blaize about his career and also LGBTQ+ History Month.
Tigger Twitter: www.twitter.com/TiggerBlaize
Consultancy: bounce@tiggerblaize.co.uk
#LGBTHM212021-02-1131 min
Out for Blood: The Story of Carrie the MusicalChapter 3: Stratford: Doesn't anybody ever get it right?Rehearsals for Carrie the Musical continue in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. But as the show hurtles towards its opening night, the cast soon feel like they’re working on two very different shows, and the frustration of the writing team grows as they’re cut out of the creative process. Meanwhile, trouble is brewing behind the scenes as musical legend Barbara Cook begins to doubt that Carrie is the ideal vehicle for her big Broadway comeback, making her point known with a very un-subtle gift for Director Terry Hands. But is an on-stage accident on opening night enough to call...2021-02-031h 11
DisruptorsPandemics, Pivots, and Predictions: Looking Back on 2020 and Ahead to 2021Extraordinary. Unprecedented. Devastating. There’s no shortage of words that have been used to describe everything Canadians have endured over the past 12 months. COVID-19 has fundamentally disrupted our daily lives to such a degree that -- even though a vaccine is now being rolled out -- the ripple effects will be felt for years to come. But what will this “new normal” look like for businesses? Which changes will stick around, and which ones will disappear along with the pandemic? And how will the needs of consumers continue to evolve as we turn another page on our calendars?On t...2020-12-1537 min
British History: Royals, Rebels, and RomanticsStrolling through Stratford with Shakespeare (ep 31)Let’s take an imaginary trip to see the Birthplace, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, farmland, Tudor schoolrooms, Dr. Hall’s house and medicinal garden, Tudor streets, Holy Trinity Church, a world-class theatre, and swans on the river. In other words, let’s go strolling through Stratford with Shakespeare!As you get off the train at the Stratford Station, you can wander through the city, seeing the Town Square, Henley Street, High Street, and more on your way towards the River Avon and the Visitor Information center. You get maps and buy tickets there, and the guides can help you...2020-11-2517 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 17 - PetrichorWe had a chat with movement director and PETRICHOR co-creator Jess Williams about creating a VR theatre experience during lockdown. ThickSkin new show runs at Stratford East from 07 - 13 Dec.2020-11-2025 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 16 - Spotlight on Freelancers: Matilda IbiniWe're chatting to stage and screenwriter Matilda Ibini about her route into the arts, from writing Scooby Doo fan fiction to her semi-autobiographic play Little Miss Burden.
Matilda Ibini website: https://matildaibini.com/
See more from our Spotlight series on our Blog - www.stratfordeast.com/blog2020-11-0556 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 15 - Spotlight on Freelancers: Anni DomingoWe're chatting to actor, writer, teacher and director Anni Domingo about her route into the arts, from starting out in Sierra Leone to performing in Three Sisters at the National Theatre.
See more from our Spotlight series on our Blog - www.stratfordeast.com/blog2020-10-2240 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 14 - Spotlight on Freelancers: Ben QuashieWe're chatting to director and producer Ben Quashie about his route into the arts. Ben is Artistic Director of Nuu Theatre and Assistant Producer at English Touring Theatre.
See more from our Spotlight series on our Blog - www.stratfordeast.com/blog2020-10-1940 min
That Stagey BlogStagey Chat Ep. 4Irvine Iqbal. Luke Latchman. Simon Sladen.
In this episode I chat to West End performers Irvine Iqbal and Luke Latchman with Simon Sladen, Founder of Panto Day, Pantodatabase and Editor for British Theatre Guide.
We discuss panto casting and systemic racism within the industry.
As well as Aladdin
The RSC
The Boy in the Dress
Lyric Hammersmith
The National Theatre
St Helens Theatre Royal
Forum Theatre Billingham
Jacob McIntosh
Jack in Jack and the Two Metre Beanstalk
The Stag Theatre Sevenoaks
Yonah Higgins
Otterspool Adventure
Dick Whittington The Pompey Panto
The King’s Theatre Portsmouth
Marrlene Little Hill
The Stage
Th...2020-09-291h 10
Northern Stage Theatre PodcastEP.17 - The Royal Shakespeare Company's Erica WhymanThis week we talk to the phenomenal Erica Whyman once of Northern Stage and now the Deputy Artistic Director of the Royal Shakespeare Company. Erica talks to us about her experience of last 18 weeks: from closing shows while having symptoms to how she sees the future for our industry all delivered with a healthy dose of idealism. Hope you enjoy
Transcript available to download here.
Resource links:
Royal Shakespeare Company: https://www.rsc.org.uk/
The WInter's Tale: https://www.rsc.org.uk/the-winters-tale
The Comedy of Errors: https...2020-07-3143 min
Theatre Royal Stratford East846 - Episode 3: The effects of racism on mental healthOn Mon 25 May 2020, a police officer in Minneapolis killed George Floyd by kneeling on his neck for 8 minutes and 46 seconds.
This brutal murder ignited a global surge of anger and pain. An ocean away, from the Windrush scandal to the Grenfell Tower tragedy, racist oppression is very much alive in the UK.
Acclaimed playwright Roy Williams brought together 14 writers to respond artistically to George Floyd’s murder and the Black Lives Matter Movement. From this came 846 – a collection of short pieces. Each is a standalone exploration of racial inequality and oppression, but together they form a powerful tapestry of voices.
846 is d...2020-07-2028 min
Theatre Royal Stratford East846 - Episode 2: Police BrutalityOn Mon 25 May 2020, a police officer in Minneapolis killed George Floyd by kneeling on his neck for 8 minutes and 46 seconds.
This brutal murder ignited a global surge of anger and pain. An ocean away, from the Windrush scandal to the Grenfell Tower tragedy, racist oppression is very much alive in the UK.
Acclaimed playwright Roy Williams brought together 14 writers to respond artistically to George Floyd’s murder and the Black Lives Matter Movement. From this came 846 – a collection of short pieces. Each is a standalone exploration of racial inequality and oppression, but together they form a powerful tapestry of voices.
846 is d...2020-07-2040 min
Theatre Royal Stratford East846 - Episode 1: Growing up in racist BritainOn Mon 25 May 2020, a police officer in Minneapolis killed George Floyd by kneeling on his neck for 8 minutes and 46 seconds.
This brutal murder ignited a global surge of anger and pain. An ocean away, from the Windrush scandal to the Grenfell Tower tragedy, racist oppression is very much alive in the UK.
Acclaimed playwright Roy Williams brought together 14 writers to respond artistically to George Floyd’s murder and the Black Lives Matter Movement. From this came 846 – a collection of short pieces. Each is a standalone exploration of racial inequality and oppression, but together they form a powerful tapestry of voices.
846 is d...2020-07-2020 min
Nottingham PlaycastEpisode 2 - The Revival - King Hedley IIThe Revival is a brand new, digital documentary series created by Nottingham Playhouse and Theatre Royal Stratford East. Each episode explores a different production and gives audiences a new perspective of the work. In the second episode, Artistic Directors Adam Penford and Nadia Fall chat to some of the team from Theatre Royal Stratford East's ‘staggering’ (The Stage) 2019 production King Hedley II by August Wilson.Hear from cast members Lenny Henry, Dexter Flanders and Cherrelle Skeete, alongside executor of August Wilson Estate, Constanza Romero Wilson, and Monica White, a director and Black Theatre scholar, who provi...2020-07-1447 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastTHE REVIVAL, Episode 1 - THE MADNESS OF GEORGE IIITHE REVIVAL is a brand new, digital documentary series created by Nottingham Playhouse and Theatre Royal Stratford East. Each episode explores a different production and gives audiences a new perspective of the work.
In this first episode, Artistic Directors Adam Penford and Nadia Fall chat to some of the team from Nottingham Playhouse's landmark 2018 production The Madness of George III, which went on to become the theatre's best-selling show to date and was broadcast via NT Live.
Hear from cast members Mark Gatiss, Adrian Scarborough, Debra Gillet, Sara Powell and Adam Karim, alongside Professor of History, Arthur Burns, who provided...2020-07-0741 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 13 - I Think We Are Alone (Frantic Assembly)We had a chat with I THINK WE ARE ALONE cast members Chizzy Akudolu and Andy Turner about the ups and downs of working as actors.
I THINK WE ARE ALONE - Tue 28 Feb - Sat 21 Mar 2020
Frantic Assembly's new play, written by Sally Abbott and co-directed by Kathy Burke and Scott Graham, runs at Stratford East until Sat 21 Mar.2020-03-1226 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 12 - The GiftWe spoke to cast member Donna Berlin about Eclipse Theatre's new play THE GIFT by Janice Okoh and directed by Dawn Walton.
THE GIFT Wed 29 Jan - Sat 15 Feb 2020 2020-02-0526 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastMini Episode - The GiftEclipse theatre company present THE GIFT, a brand new comedy drama from Bruntwood Prize-winner Janice Okoh, directed by Dawn Walton. Janice and Dawn sat down with Belgrade Theatre Coventry for a chat about the play and what audiences can expect.
THE GIFT Wed 29 Jan - Sat 15 Feb 20202019-12-2014 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 11 - Dick WhittingtonWe spoke with #StratfordPanto cast members Severine Howell-Meri, Tom Giles and Harry Jardine about all-things panto! (Oh, yes we did)
DICK WHITTINGTON Sat 23 Nov 2019 - Sat 11 Jan 2020 2019-12-1627 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 10 - Our Lady of KibehoWe spoke with cast members Taz Munya and Michelle Asante about this critically-acclaimed play. Hailed as one of 'the 50 best theatre shows of the 21st century' (The Guardian) and 'the most important play of the year' (The Wall Street Journal, 2014), this vibrantly theatrical meditation on faith, doubt and miracles is inspired by the extraordinary events in Rwanda that captured the world’s attention. OUR LADY OF KIBEHO is the latest work from Olivier Award-winning writer Katori Hall, whose previous plays include Tina: The Tina Turner Musical and The Mountaintop.
OUR LADY OF KIBEHO by Katori Hall, directed by...2019-10-2133 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 9 - Ramps on the Moon and Oliver TwistWe are thrilled to announce the fourth Ramps on the Moon production will be a new adaptation of Charles Dickens' OLIVER TWIST. We spoke with Agent for Change, Kate Lovell, about the show and Ramps on the Moon project. Now in its fourth year (after the huge successes of The Government Inspector, Tommy and Our Country's Good), this pioneering initiative from seven major UK theatre organisations is committed to putting D/deaf and disabled artists and audiences at the centre of their work.
28 May – 6 June Theatre Royal Stratford East
TOUR
28 Feb – 21 March Leeds Playhouse
25...2019-06-2625 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 8 - King Hedley IIWe spoke with Constanza Romero Wilson about August Wilson's legacy, especially King Hedley II, taking place at Stratford East from 17 May - 15 Jun 2019.2019-06-0629 min
Blacklisted ConversationsTBB Talks to ... Martina Laird, star of August Wilson play King Hedley IIMartina Laird returns to the stage as 'Ruby' in August Wilson's play King Hedley II. Directed by Stratford East Artistic Director Nadia Fall (The Village), King Hedley II follows one man's quest for redemption after being released from prison and features Lenny Henry in his Stratford East debut as smooth-talking hustler 'Elmore'. Her stage credits include Shebeen (Nottingham Playhouse/Theatre Royal Stratford East); Shakespeare Trilogy (Donmar Warehouse); Moon on a Rainbow Shawl (National Theatre/Talawa Theatre Company). Her television credits include EastEnders, Blitz, Casualty, The Bay, Epiphany, Jericho, The Dumping Ground, London’s Burning, Shameless, The Bill and...2019-06-0215 min
Saturday ReviewMemoir of War, King Hedley II, Gerald Murnane, Leonardo Da Vinci, When They See UsMemoir Of War,based on Marguerite Duras's book “La Douleur” is set in Occupied France. Critical opinion has varied widely from 'dreadful' and 'empty' to 'masterpiece'. What will our reviewers make of it?
King Hedley II starring Lenny Henry, has opened at the Theatre Royal Stratford East
Gerald Murnane's novel A Season On Earth tells the tale of a lustful teenager in Melbourne in the 1950s. It was originally published in 1976 and is now reissued as was originally intended; with two previously unseen new chapters
Marking the 500th anniversary of the death of Leonardo da Vinci, The Queen's Gallery at B...2019-05-2550 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 7 - Noughts & CrossesWe're chatting with actors Kimisha Lewis and Jack Condon about being in Pilot Theatre's production of NOUGHTS & CROSSES. We also spoke with Pilot Theatre about the NOUGHTS & CROSSES YOUNG PEOPLE'S FESTIVAL, taking place at Stratford East on Mon 29 Apr.
NOUGHTS & CROSSES Wed 24 Apr - Sat 04 May 2019
NOUGHTS & CROSSES YOUNG PEOPLE'S FESTIVAL Mon 29 Apr 2019 2019-04-2638 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 6 - Equus pt 2We're chatting with Movement Director Shelley Maxwell and performer Ira Mandela Siobhan about how they created the movement for EQUUS by Peter Shaffer, directed by Ned Bennett in co-production with English Touring Theatre.
EQUUS FRI 15 FEB - SAT 23 MAR 2019
Tour dates:
Cambridge Arts Theatre 26 Mar — 30 Mar
Theatre Royal Bath 02 Apr — 06 Apr 2019
Bristol Old Vic 16 Apr — 20 Apr 2019
The Lowry, Salford 23 Apr — 27 Apr 2019
Northern Stage, Newcastle 30 Apr — 04 May 2019
Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Guildford 07 May — 11 May 20192019-03-1535 min
The RHS Gardening PodcastTop 10 pests revealed, life after slug pellets, children's gardening questions answered, dealing with box problems and more (Ep 150)As the annual Hit Parade of garden nasties is revealed, Entomologist Andy Salisbury shares the results and offers advice on how to deal with them. Meanwhile the Gardening Advice team gathers to debate questions sent in from young gardeners at St Patrick's School in Stratford, including whether you can grow flowers from flowers and how to tell a good caterpillar from a bad one. And following the recent announcement of a forthcoming ban on metaldehyde-based slug pellets, our resident gastropod guru Dr Hayley Jones offers research-based advice on slug and snail control. Plus questions from members on box problems, growing...2019-03-0824 min
Gardening with the RHSTop 10 pests revealed, life after slug pellets, children's gardening questions answered, dealing with box problems and more (Ep 150)
As the annual Hit Parade of garden nasties is revealed, Entomologist Andy Salisbury shares the results and offers advice on how to deal with them. Meanwhile the Gardening Advice team gathers to debate questions sent in from young gardeners at St Patrick's School in Stratford, including whether you can grow flowers from flowers and how to tell a good caterpillar from a bad one. And following the recent announcement of a forthcoming ban on metaldehyde-based slug pellets, our resident gastropod guru Dr Hayley Jones offers research-based advice on slug and snail control. Plus questions from members on box problems, growing...2019-03-0825 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 5 - Equus pt 1We're chatting with actors Ethan Kai and Norah Lopez Holden about EQUUS by Peter Shaffer, directed by Ned Bennett in co-production with English Touring Theatre.2019-02-0718 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 4 - The Unreturning (Frantic Assembly)We're chatting with actors Kieton Saunders-Browne and Jonnie Riordan about THE UNRETURNING, the new Frantic Assembly show written by Anna Jordan.
THE UNRETURNING Wed 16 Jan - Sat 02 Feb 20192019-01-2534 min
Bechdel Theatre PodcastTaking Up Space with Rubyyy JonesRubyyy Jones is is a Canadian-born London-based burlesque dancer, cabaret performer and theatre-maker best known as the Queen of Queerlesque. You can find out more about her upcoming appearances, and how to get involved with her courses and classes on her Facebook and Instagram pages. Rubyyy is currently performing as part of an ensemble cast of 6 in Hole at The Royal Court. Hole is written by Ellie Kendrick, and directed by (previous podcast guests) Helen and Abi from RashDash. It’s on until January 12th. Rubyyy’s #FeministFave is the Anti Diet R...2018-12-1700 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 3 - The WolvesWe're chat with playwright Sarah DeLappe and director Ellen McDougall about THE WOLVES.
THE WOLVES Wed 24 Oct - Sat 17 Nov 2018 Tickets: http://bit.ly/TheWolves-Stratford-East2018-11-0824 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 2 - Queer LatesIn this episode we chat with Drag Queen Dolly Trolley about our upcoming show QUEER LATES (Thu 08 Nov 2018). QUEER LATES - a celebration of all things Queer, proud and powerful featuring Trolly Dolley, Kate Butch, Chiyo, Benjamin Butch, Rhys's Pieces, Rubyyy Jones, Freida Slaves and Gals Aloud. Thu 08 Nov 2018 from 9pm2018-10-3131 min
In HouseTheatre Royal Stratford EastThis week Danny is joined by Nadia Fall, the new Artistic Director of Theatre Royal Stratford East. After loving her first show, The Village, we wanted to find out what's in store for us in the rest of the new season - and get to know a little more about the person behind it all.2018-10-0435 min
Theatre Royal Stratford EastEpisode 1 - The VillageWelcome to the very first episode of the Stratford East Podcast, hosted by Assistant Producer Daisy Hale and Marketing Officer Sean Brooks. On this episode, we speak to Stratford East Artistic Director, Nadia Fall, and acclaimed playwright April De Angelis about their production THE VILLAGE.2018-09-2838 min
Manchester's Big Theatre PodcastMatthew Xia: Frankenstein, DJ'ing and DiversityJoe interviews the former Associate Artistic Director at the Royal Exchange Theatre. Having directed productions at the Young Vic, the Royal Court and Theatre Royal Stratford, Matthew has just finished three years at the Royal Exchange, and helped create the venue's Open Exchange network for artists in the city. He talks to Joe about his career so far, what inspires his choice of plays, and how theatre needs to adapt and change in the future. 2018-04-0900 min
Hoxton RadioInterview with Kerry Michael: Royal Theatre Stratford EastArtistic Director of Royal Theatre Stratford East, Kerry Michael, is on his way out after 12 years in the position. He plans to take a well-deserved break somewhere in the sun before reapplying himself to the task of creating opportunities and changing the status quo. #theatre #interview #eastlondon2017-06-1907 min
Royal Academy of ArtsDesigning urban identities: East LondonFrom Stratford to Royal Docks, the identity of East London is being drastically reshaped, turning this former industrial area into one of the new cultural and financial districts of the city. We look at key projects in development that will have a major impact on East London with architects, planners and social and political commentators.
The architectural heritage of London varies between sub-regions, boroughs and local communities, creating a city with many different characters. Will this be the case in the future, and how are new developments responding to existing identities and shaping new ones? And indeed, how important are...2017-06-0900 min
InterviewsRandall Royal of the Stratford Spartans 🏈 Team. Randall talks about National Signing Day and committing to Rice University 🏈Randall Royal of the Stratford Spartans 🏈 Team. Randall talks about National Signing Day and committing to Rice University 🏈⚾️Visit yourbranchnews.com for 24/7 dedicated coverage to the Spring Branch Athletic Community. Your Branch News.com is committed to becoming a major independent media outlet to showcase athletic achievement and events in the Spring Branch Community in Houston, Texas, particularly those from Spring Woods, Memorial, Stratford, Northbrook Senior High Schools. ⚽We utilize our radio station (Spring Branch Sports Line) and are the only independent Sports Network devoted to the Spring Branch Athletes & Community. We cover Volleyball, Football, Cross Countr...2017-02-0201 min
Heart West MidlandsPolice Training Exercise At Stratford's Shakespeare TheatrePolice in Warwickshire have been telling #HeartNews - why they've chosen Stratford's Royal Shakespeare theatre - to test their firearms response teams...2017-01-0800 min
Saturday LiveRaymond BlancRaymond Blanc grew up in a self sufficient household in France, and after a few false starts in other professions, became a self taught Michelin star winning chef, and restaurant entrepreneur. Kassia St Clair loves colour. After studying historical dress she wanted to understand the colours referred to. Her interest led to a column in Elle Decoration and finally a book. She joins us to talk about The Secret Lives of Colour.Saturday Live listener Mark Sutton Vane was obsessed with torches as a child. He later developed this into a career in lighting, and...2016-12-171h 25
Off Book - a podcast by the Young VicMatthew Xia - Off BookWe're joined by Blue/Orange director and Associate Artistic Director of the Royal Exchange Manchester, Matthew Xia in Episode 3 of Off Book.
Matthew discusses his eclectic beginnings of his career in the arts which spans DJing, broadcasting, directing and being on the board of directors at Theatre Royal Stratford East aged 18.
We also break down Matthew's production of Joe Penhall's state of the nation classic, Blue/Orange starring Daniel Kaluuya, Luke Norris and David Haig as well as discuss the biggest influences.2016-06-1038 min
The Comics AlternativeYoung Readers - The Best of 2015As the end of 2015 draws near and the holiday shopping season is in full swing, Andy and Gwen have drawn up their lists of their favorite comics for young readers released during the last year. Although their choices run the gamut from texts for early readers up through to texts for teens, every text mentioned creates a fine balance between serious subject matter and engaging artwork and writing. Many of these comics would be great choices for parents and kids to read together.
Andy’s List:
Astro Boy Omnibus, Vol. 1, Osamu Tezuka (Dark Horse Manga)
The Kur...2015-12-0400 min
Somer Valley SportStratford Town v Paulton Rovers 1516Paulton endured a difficult day in Stratford and I endured a difficult day in the commentary box! Neither of us were helped by the weather! I've salvaged as much of our commentary as I can, not that I'm expecting many listeners in Paulton! That said I'd like to thank Tony Walsh and Royal Shakespeare Company Producer, Ian Wainwright, for their support in difficult conditions.2015-11-281h 05The Comics AlternativeEpisode 158 - A Publisher Spotlight on First Second BooksFor this episode, Gwen and Derek team up for another Publisher Spotlight episode, this one on First Second Books and their fall releases. The titles they discuss include Paul Pope, JT Petty, David Rubin's Battling Boy: The Fall of the House of West; Balak, Michael Sanlaville, and Bastien Vives's Last Man: The Chase; Jean-David Morvan and Dominique Bertail's Omaha Beach on D-Day; Gene Luen Yang and Mike Holmes's Secret Coders; Maris Wicks's Human Body Theater; Ian Lendler and Zack Giallongo's The Stratford Zoo Midnight Review Presents Romeo and Juliet; and Chris Duffy's edited collection, Fable Comics.2015-10-2100 min
British Theatre Guide podcastMarcus Romer of Pilot Theatre on AntigoneYork-based Pilot Theatre’s latest project is an adaptation by British playwright Roy Williams of the Greek classic play Antigone by Sophocles. In this episode, Pilot artistic director Marcus Romer, who is directing this production, talks about how the project came about, how they have approached this ancient Greek play, working with Roy Williams and about the work and philosophy of Pilot Theatre Company. Antigone from Pilot Theatre opens at Derby Theatre on 19 September 2014, then goes to Northern Stage in Newcastle, Nottingham Lakeside Arts, Lawrence Batley Theatre in Huddersfield, York Theatre Royal, Watford Palace Theatre, Gu...2014-09-1826 min
As Yet Unnamed London Theatre PodcastGutted, Public Enemy and A Human Being Died That Night AYULTP #121 19-MAY-2013As Yet Unnamed London Theatre Podcast
19-May-2013
With
T R P Watson -
JohnnyFox -
PaulInLondon -
Gareth James -
Plays Discussed
Gutted - Theatre Royal, Stratford East [00:12]
Public Enemy - Young Vic [11:37]
A Human Being Died That Night - Hampstead Downstairs [20:16]
Reviews
The Victorian in the Wall - Royal Court Upstairs
These Shining Lives - Park Theatre, 200
Public Enemy - Young Vic2013-05-2225 min
As Yet Unnamed London Theatre PodcastGlasgow Girls, Trelawny of the Wells and if you don’t let us dream we won’t let you sleep - AYULTP #109 03-MAR-2013As Yet Unnamed London Theatre Podcast
03-Mar-2013
With
T R P Watson -PaulInLondon - Nick from Partially Obstructed View - JohnnyFox -
Plays Discussed
Glasgow Girls - Theatre Royal, Stratford East [00:12]Trelawny of the Wells - Donmar Warehouse [09:59]if you don’t let us dream we won’t let you sleep - Royal Court Theatre [18:11]
Reviews
Bitch Boxer, Bottleneck - Soho TheatreTrelawny of the Wells - Donmar WarehouseA Time to Reap - Royal Court Upstairs2013-03-0733 min
As Yet Unnamed London Theatre PodcastPeople and the Evening Standard Theatre Awards Long list AYULTP #095 04-NOV-2012As Yet Unnamed London Theatre Podcast
04-Nov-2012
With
T R P Watson -Glen Pearce -
Plays and Theatre News Discussed
People - Lyttelton Theatre [00:09]Evening Standard Long List [13:35]
Reviews
Nosferatu - Barbican TheatreMartina Cole’s Dangerous Lady - Theatre Royal Stratford EastNSFW - Royal Court TheatreVictor/Victoria - The Vault, Southwark PlayhouseThe Kingdom - Soho Theatre UpstairsBlue Sky - Hampstead Theatre Downstairs
News and Blogs
Evening Standard Long List2012-11-0727 min
StandUpTragedyStand Up Tragedy 11The third podcast of extracts from the live Stand Up Tragedy that happened at The Leicester Square Theatre on Monday 2nd April 2012.
The next episode of this podcast will come out next Friday.
Our next night of live tragedy is on Monday 7th May 2012.
Tickets are available here: http://leicestersquaretheatre.ticketsolve.com/shows/126520120/events
For all SUT related things look here: http://standuptragedy.co.uk/
You can buy our merch here: http://standuptragedy.spreadshirt.co.uk/
This episode of SUT features...
Musical comedy from Rachel Parris
Rachel's next few gigs are:
26th April ’12 Strictly Comedy 8.00pm, Brighton Ballroom, Brighton
29th Ap...2012-04-2021 min