Corr Blimey serves to deliver news and reviews of theatre, cinema and events across Scotland, Northampton or wherever else invites us…
Dominic Corr – Editor
Our lead critic, a point of contact and the unfortunate face of the site. Dominic has been writing freelance for several established and respected publications such as The Skinny, Edinburgh Festival Magazine, The Reviews Hub, In Their Own League and The Wee Review (back when it was TV Bomb!). After several years he decided to start his own publication to cover two things: solid opinions and impartial delivery.
Commended for his work by press officers across the industry, Dominic is no stranger to the theatre sphere in Edinburgh, Fife, London and the North of England. His reviews, articles and previews are noted for their fair, concise and constructive content. Shows are not valued before viewing – nor are stars removed or added simply for coverage: “No show is beyond our scope, aiming to offer a voice to amateur, semi-professional and full West-End alike. Too many productions fall through the cracks of visibility: representation is key and we at Corr Blimey will do our best to shine the spotlight on the unsung talent of this nation”
Dominic has reviewed all manner of cinema and productions including Ballet, Opera and Events to Animation, Puppetry and Art Exhibitions. In previous Festival Fringe years, he has been noted as a specialist writer for LGBTQI+, Children’s Theatre and Comedy. Dominic was shortlisted for the Allen Wright Award for journalists under 30 for the previous Festival Fringe year 2018.
As of 2023, Dominic has also been invited to join the Critics’ Award for Theatre in Scotland (CATS). A tremendous honour, and was grateful for the opportunity to present the Best Production for Children and Young People. Recently Dominic has started as a guest critic on BBC Radio Scotland’s Afternoon Show, and has also been invited by the BBC to discuss the top Edinburgh Festival Fringe shows to watch and Theatre in Scotland for 2024.
Danielle Corr – Creative Consultant, Northampton and London Editor
Danielle hails from the Kingdom of Fife, North East Scotland. She has worked in professional theatre for over twenty years, beginning her acting career on Scottish stages aged fifteen before relocating to London where she attended drama school and didn’t find fame or fortune. What she did gain, however, was an intimate insight into the behind-the-scenes of the West End’s largest producers and theatre companies’ inner workings from her place as box-office manager – an invaluable tool in understanding the grit behind the glamour.
When not on maternity leave, Danielle works at the Royal & Derngate in Northampton as the Schools and Groups coordinator and has made it her mission to make theatre accessible and appealing to everyone. She is also a trainee baby massage & yoga instructor and infant mental health practitioner and works with local businesses and charities to promote child development through performance.
With a C.V that includes the West End, UK and regional tours, repertory and Fringe shows, Danielle brings extensive knowledge and insight to CorrBlimey, a lucky addition to the team and a fountain of knowledge to steer the site in new creative directions while striving and improving our EDI.
Hayley Matear (and Rolo) – Design Consultant & Photographer
Our creative consultant and photographer come from Edinburgh, Scotland. Following a varied career, Hayley’s travels to America and personality brought her back to Scotland where she began her talents with graphic design, editing and animation.
Hayley has recently graduated with a Degree in Digital Media which makes her a perfect candidate to look after our images, graphics and layout. As well as this, she is also studying for her Master’s degree in advertising but still manages to find time to attend various press nights, previews and events.
Hayley has been a guest of Corr Blimey for nearly a decade now, joining us for large-scale events and amateur productions, and we’re thrilled she finally has the time to join the team as our lead photographer and graphic consultant. With big plans to re-vitalise the website and expand the gallery and original photos for the company, Hayley has quickly become a valuable member.
In Hayley’s spare time, she enjoys hanging out with our mascot Rolo and bugs Dominic into taking her along to all the latest shows that the company covers.
The Ganders
Marina Funcasta
Marina is halfway through an English literature degree at Edinburgh University, wherein she has been (considerably) involved in the drama scene: enjoying performing with their Shakespeare Company shows, but also modern takes on Arthur Miller. At this year’s Fringe, Marina is the assistant director for The Dumb Waiter by Harold Pinter:
‘(I) find Pinter’s comedy very funny – dry humour is something which we would love to cover more of. Despite being quite difficult to master – when it is done well, it is very effective. Having just watched the Accidental Death of an Anarchist in London, and found its satirical, almost farce-like humour. The political edge, moreover, was something which also resonated with my experience directing Pinter – and this is something prevalent in a lot of 20th-century theatre.’
However, Marina’s interests are wide-ranging under the theatre genre – enjoying abstract, more contemporary takes on shows (with a keen interest in Summerhall). Also, a fan of musicals, having performed in a few while growing up; Marina would be very intrigued to watch an improv musical, having heard from many last Fringe that they were highly amusing.’
Josie Rose
Josie is a final-year History and Politics student at the University of Edinburgh with a passion for all things theatre and creative arts. Interested in everything from new, innovative writing, poetry and spoken word, solo plays and devised theatre, to Shakespeare, 20th-century classics, and improv, Josie especially has a love for music.
A member of the Improverts, Josie is a performer at heart but has also written poetry and enjoyed directing several plays at University from playwrights Tennessee Williams, Arthur Miller, William Shakespeare and Henrik Ibsen.
Her love for theatre began at a young age performing at the Watermill Theatre through their youth companies and later joined the National Youth Theatre, recently performing in their West End monologue showcase. Memories made from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and with University Theatre Societies continue to strengthen their love for the stage as she looks forward to supporting artists and watching new work!
Annie Aslett
Annie is a not-so-recent graduate of the University of Edinburgh with a degree in French and Spanish. She returns to Edinburgh having spent 3 años horrorosos teaching Spanish to the teens of the North East of England.
Annie is a life-long lover of musical theatre, whose childhood performances included a rousing production of Snow White in The Hall and a heartfelt rendition of Go, Go, Go Joseph in The Living Room.
She graduated to perform in various choirs throughout her life and is passionate about the shared experience of making music with like-minded folk. While confined to the audiences these days, she regularly catches the latest shows and musicals in London’s West End and is excited to experience the musical delights of the Fringe, as well as any comedy that she can get her hands on. School’s out and she’s raring to review.
Christian Maddock
Christian has recently graduated from the University of Edinburgh with a degree in History of Art. Aside from looking at paintings, he has been heavily involved in the Bedlam Theatre’s drama scene, having been a member of the Improverts since 2021. He has also been lucky enough to perform in Fruit Salad at Paradise Palms, a monthly queer cabaret show.
As well as performing, he has a love for consuming all of the performing arts, in particular stand-up comedy, improv comedy, puppetry and clown acts. Christian looks forward to exploring all of the fun and ridiculousness the Fringe has to offer, especially new acts at the festival.
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