“Behind Closed Doors”, an online showcase of new work exploring themes of sex, bodies and intimacy written by playwrights of underrepresented genders, is set to open tomorrow (Nov 16th). Lemon House Theatre Company are not only offering an evening of four new short plays, but they will follow up with a discussion panel to explore... Continue Reading →
Interview: Atticus Francis & Gayathiri Kamalakanthan Talk New Work as Part of “Behind Closed Doors”.
Lemon House Theatre’s “Behind Closed Doors”, an online showcase of new work exploring themes of sex, bodies and intimacy written by playwrights of underrepresented genders, opens tomorrow (Nov 16th). Here, two of those writers, Atticus Francis and Gayathiri Kamalakanthan discuss their work, their influences and their love of theatre… Atticus Francis on “Do You Know... Continue Reading →
Interview: Jen Cerys & Samia Djilli Talk New Showcase “Behind Closed Doors”
Following the launch of the Lemon House Lounge during lockdown which saw Co-Artistic Directors Jen Cerys & Samia Djilli chatting to theatre creatives, Lemon House Theatre are back with a new project. This time, Cerys and Djilli are launching “Behind Closed Doors” - an online scratch night showcasing four short plays written by writers of... Continue Reading →
Review: Sweet Dreams, the Audio Play
Streaming online for June - July 2021. Mike Kenny’s 30 minute audio play follows little Ivy, whose working mum is off on a trip to outer space, leaving her to snuggle down and not worry about a thing. But beloved fluffy bunny “Bun Bun” and Ivy find themselves all alone on the moon and struggling... Continue Reading →
Review: Bored of Knives
Online, 17th February 2021. TW for this production: abuse & violent references. Ever wonder what became of the kids you spent your childhood with? The ones who moved away sharpish or just moved on? Ever wonder what became of the old-before-their-time or the painfully immature types? Whether the worldly wise ended up better off than... Continue Reading →
Interview: Stephanie Silver Talks ‘Walk of Shame’
*Be aware that this interview contains spoilers and it is recommended that you read it after seeing the show via TheSpace online.* With Lockdown #3 causing yet more postponements in the arts, we’re seeing more and more productions adapt swiftly and take to screens. The latest? Walk of Shame. Written by Stephanie Silver and Amelia... Continue Reading →
Review: Leeds Playhouse’s A Christmas Carol
Leeds Playhouse (At Home) Having rehearsed A Christmas Carol with live, socially distanced audiences planned, Leeds Playhouse has been hit with ‘COVID-closure’ once again. Pivoting swiftly, they’ve taken their show online and audiences now have the opportunity to watch Dickens’ classic tale from their sofas. So, what’s Dickensian Leeds like from sofas in front of... Continue Reading →
Interview: Eleanor Hill Talks New Project ‘Sadvent Calendar’
When a year like 2020 hits, different ways of creating and telling stories becomes vital rather than simply canny. A year like this one also calls for reflective work built on shared experience - particularly for those who have struggled with the seismic changes to daily life. Enter Eleanor Hill, who has taken the opportunity... Continue Reading →
Interview: Adrian McDougall Talks Blackeyed Theatre & Latest Production Jane Eyre
Adapting classics for the stage is never an easy feat but Blackeyed Theatre Company have been bringing an impressive selection of timeless tales to the stage with their own unique stamp since 2004. With a reputation for daring adaptation, accessibility and impressive loyalty to source texts, the company is one of the UK’s leading mid-scale... Continue Reading →
Interview: Jonathan Ashby-Rock Talks Arts Centre Hounslow’s Red Riding Hood
Panto season may feel unrecognisable in 2020 but it is very much still happening, just a little differently! Such is the case with the Arts Centre Hounslow’s Red Riding Hood... After initially planning both live and streamed performances, it will now move forward with live streams until Sunday 20th December 2020 before remaining on demand... Continue Reading →