https://youtu.be/1G9Q7mKxjhQ Based on the Novel by Louis de Bernières Adapted by Rona Munro Directed by Melly Still Something remarkable occurs on stage this evening. Amidst the inconceivable atrocity of war, the explosions and pain, Rona Munro achieves a paradox in a way only she could. To find beauty in war. A statement which feels wrong, … Continue reading Captain Corelli’s Mandolin – King’s Theatre
Image Contribution: Matt Martin Music and Lyrics: Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx Director: Cressida Carre We’re back on Avenue Q, running for fifteen years the street is still offering up an evening of filth, wickedness and yet holds a mirror up to its audience more than ever. Just when you thought bright colours and puppets were … Continue reading Avenue Q – King’s Theatre, Edinburgh
Image Contribution: Foteini Christophilopoulou Choreographer: Benoit Swan Pouffer, Rafael Bonachela, Sharon Eyal & Gai Behar Eight hundred hopefuls from across the globe applied to the fresh, younger sibling of the long-established Rambert. This sister corporation – Rambert2, would accept a mere thirteen of the exceptional dancers. Focusing on this new talent, Rambert2 showcases their abilities … Continue reading Rambert2 – King’s Theatre, Edinburgh
https://youtu.be/vEbjC7P4CH4 Video Rights:Mishief Theatre Writers: Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, Henry Shields Original Director: Mark Bell with Mischief Theatre Tour Director: Kirsty Patrick Ward Mischief Theatre has capitalised on farce. Following on from the Olivier winning Play That Goes Wrong and the equally successful Peter Pan Goes Wrong, they keep their prized wits but bring their talents to a … Continue reading The Comedy About a Bank Robbery @ King’s Theatre
Image contribution:Kenny Wax entertainment et al. Writer: Emma Reeves based on the novel by Jill Murphy Director: Theresa Heskins Long before the boy who lived, there was a young witch who despite great intentions would always end up face first on the floor or in more trouble than she started. The Worst Witch saw a series of … Continue reading The Worst Witch @ King’s Theatre
https://youtu.be/cPcJGyAxJcE Video rights:Middle Ground Theatre LTD Written by Barry Reed Directed & Designed by Michael Lunney Adaptation by Margaret May Hobbs A legal drama can be a viscerally intense piece of theatre. We adore mystery, and the courtroom thriller has long been a continually popular narrative. Adapted from the 1982 Academy Award-nominated film, and based … Continue reading The Verdict @ King’s Theatre
Image contribution:Manuel Harlan Based on the novel by Paula Hawkins Adapter: Rachel Wagstaff & Duncan Abel Director: Anthony Banks Based on the best-seller book by Paula Hawkins, The Girl on the Train stage version also follows a moderately successful feature film adaptation. Starring Samantha Womack, the touring production offers a modern mystery which also tackles the usual … Continue reading The Girl on the Train @ King’s Theatre
