Touring the UK 2019: Crimes on the Coast by New Old Friends

BATH – On a secluded island hotel just off the English coast, the idyllic landscape becomes a crime scene after a scandal inducing femme-fatale is fatally felled. All the guests on the island are suspects, but is everything here quite what it seems? Inspired by classic detective works such as the novels of Agatha Christie, The 39 Steps, and Noel Coward, welcome to another hilarious yet … Continue reading Touring the UK 2019: Crimes on the Coast by New Old Friends

Touring the UK 2019: The Pirate Cruncher by Goat and Monkey

WORTHING – Adapted from the best-selling book by Jonny Duddle, with music and songs by multi award winning folk musician Jon Boden, get ready for a rollicking adventure, with The Pirate Cruncher, told through thrilling action, daft nonsense, stirring shanties, the weirdest of mechanical contraptions and a healthy dose of good old-fashioned audience involvement. Overlooking the harbour lies the Thirsty Parrot tavern, run single-handedly by plucky and … Continue reading Touring the UK 2019: The Pirate Cruncher by Goat and Monkey

Edinburgh 2019: Fox launches ‘Babies at the Baby Grand’ initiative for two mornings in August

They call me Mum. Everyone calls me Mum now. Or Mummy. I had a name before. Where did that go? EDINBURGH – Inspired by true events, Katie Guicciardi’s Fox comes to Edinburgh’s Pleasance Courtyard this August to present a brutally honest and amusing exploration of new motherhood in an increasingly isolating society. A sharply observed drama, Fox examines our complex relationship with ‘help’ – our desire to give it and … Continue reading Edinburgh 2019: Fox launches ‘Babies at the Baby Grand’ initiative for two mornings in August

Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2019: Prestigious judging committee and exciting shortlist announced for inaugural Popcorn Group Writing Award

EDINBURGH – This year will see the inaugural Popcorn Group Writing Award in association with the Pleasance Theatre celebrate writing excellence at the Fringe. Platforming writers and artists that ignite and challenge the status quo, the award will be presented on 14th August at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe to the most fearless and topical piece of new writing. All new writing works in Pleasance’s festival programme … Continue reading Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2019: Prestigious judging committee and exciting shortlist announced for inaugural Popcorn Group Writing Award

Arts of the UK 2019/20: Simon Annand’s The Half at the Lawrence Batley Theatre

HUDDERSFIELD – A major new photography exhibition by world renowned photographer Simon Annand will present rare images of the privacy actors experience backstage in the half hour before performing on the stage – the intense transformation from everyday life that is completely hidden from the audience. To celebrate their 25th anniversary as a prestigious multi-arts organisation, The Half opens this September at the Lawrence Batley Theatre … Continue reading Arts of the UK 2019/20: Simon Annand’s The Half at the Lawrence Batley Theatre

Edinburgh 2019: Breffni Holahan wins The Stage Edinburgh Award for Collapsible by Margaret Perry

EDINBURGH – Breffni Holahan has won The Stage Edinburgh Award for her performance in Collapsible – a piece by Margaret Perry, directed by Thomas Martin. It comes to Edinburgh as part of HighTide’s Disruption series, in partnership with Assembly Roxy. Holahan comments: “I’d like to say a massive thank you to The Stage for this enormous honour. No takesies backsies now! My eternal gratitude to Margaret, … Continue reading Edinburgh 2019: Breffni Holahan wins The Stage Edinburgh Award for Collapsible by Margaret Perry

Edinburgh 2019: Pleasance Launches 35th Season at Fringe In Grand Style

EDINBURGH – Back for their 35th season at the Fringe with over 270 shows, the Pleasance has launched this year’s massive programme in grand style. The Pleasance offers some of the biggest names in entertainment, much-loved returning acts and exciting newcomers.  This year also marks a number of big anniversaries with the dedicated children’s programme at the Kidzone celebrating its 10th anniversary and the 15th anniversary … Continue reading Edinburgh 2019: Pleasance Launches 35th Season at Fringe In Grand Style

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2019: Will, or Eight Lost Years of William Shakespeare’s Life by Victoria Baumgartner

EDINBURGH –  Few people are completely in the dark about English playwright/poet William Shakespeare. But did you know about the lost years of his life? Written and directed by Victoria Baumgartner, Will tells the story of how a young Will becomes the poet William Shakespeare with echoes to his future works, as well as modern music and free dance, in-between fantasies and reality. Performed by a cast of … Continue reading Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2019: Will, or Eight Lost Years of William Shakespeare’s Life by Victoria Baumgartner

Underbelly Festival Southbank 2019: 80 Days – A Real-World Adventure by Fire Hazard Games (Preview)

LONDON – Based on Jules Verne’s classic adventure novel Around the World in 80 Days, Fire Hazard Games are staging a new, high energy urban adventure for adults in central London! Previously known for real-life immersive games including The Hunted Experience and John Le Carre’s The Circus, 80 Days: A Real-World Adventure is presented in association with Underbelly Festival Southbank. The Reform Club has reopened the challenge … Continue reading Underbelly Festival Southbank 2019: 80 Days – A Real-World Adventure by Fire Hazard Games (Preview)

Arts in the UK: Nevill Holt Opera’s architectural excellence celebrated by RIBA National Award 2019 win

LEICESTERSHIRE – Having won three RIBA East Midlands Awards earlier this year, Nevill Holt Opera’s 400- seat theatre has now been awarded a prestigious RIBA National Award. These awards are given to buildings across the UK recognised as being significant contributions to architecture. The RIBA seeks to celebrate outstanding work and their awards are recognised internationally as a mark of excellence. This accolade from RIBA celebrates … Continue reading Arts in the UK: Nevill Holt Opera’s architectural excellence celebrated by RIBA National Award 2019 win