The Citizens Theatre's production of "Tristan and Yseult," directed by Emma Rice, explores love's complexities through captivating performances. Tristan and Yseult's passionate romance contrasts with King Mark's steady devotion, each character embodying unique facets of love. The innovative stage design and the inclusion of comedic "Unloved" characters enhance the emotional depth, making it a moving experience.
Matthew Churcher discusses his role as Frocin in "Tristan & Yseult," portraying a complex character who is both powerful and insecure. He expresses excitement and pressure in joining this iconic production, highlighting the blend of genres that makes it unique. Churcher appreciates Emma Rice's creative freedom and the collaborative atmosphere in her rehearsal process.
Written by Mark Ravenhill Directed by Conor O' Cuinn Assistant Direction by Gemima Iseka-Bekano Musical Direction by Falk Meier Intimacy Direction by Rebecca Mahar Tickets from £6.00 ★★★★ Purses of all sorts command the world. Whether it’s coin or sex: London in the 18th century or a swanky drug-fuelled orgy of the 21st. The exuberant … Continue reading Review: Mother Clap’s Molly House – Bedlam Theatre, Edinburgh
Written and Directed by Emma Rice Tickets from £16.00 ★★★★ As much a gory tale marred with crimson, the folktale Blue Beard casts an eccentric shade over the Royal Lyceum, Edinburgh, until March 30th as a part of its UK tour. Crammed with music, movement, and theatrical enchantment from the vaudeville to the magical. An age-old tale of a man, … Continue reading Review: Blue Beard – The Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh
Written by Noël Coward Adapted for the Stage by Emma Rice Original Music Composed by Stu Barker Directed by Elizabeth Newman ★★★★ We’ve all done it, fallen in love with a perfect stranger across a Train carriage or on the last bus home. But for many, it’s a sliver of time blown into life together, compacting into … Continue reading Brief Encounter – Pitlochry Festival Theatre
https://youtu.be/KV4dYyQ4tOI Written by Emily Brontë Adapted and Directed by Emma Rice ★★★★ A young boy abandoned on the Liverpool docks, his skin a different shade than those around him. A boy beaten and abused by his new brother, adored by his new father and will change the life of his new sister – and it … Continue reading Wuthering Heights – King’s Theatre
https://youtu.be/EmMkuAW6t24 Fresh out of the gate and championing a return of Live Theatre (from the comfort of home), Emma Rice’s Wise Children will perform the critically acclaimed Romantics Anonymous live from the Bristol Old Vic. Together with Plush theatricals, Rice’s adaptation brings together lyrics from Christopher Dimond and music by Michael Kooman in a ‘digital touring’ … Continue reading Romantics Anonymous – Live Broadcast
