Feature: Speaking out – Sochi 2014
"This is no time for complacency," says Tess Berry-Hart, "or appeasement, or political apathy." We're in a North London cafe with the writer's husband and frequ...
Verbatim Theatre
Mind over Matter: Searching for meaning in the verbatim – what is the purpose of theatre?
What is the purpose of theatre? BIG question. There are, of course, multiple reasons why a production may take place: to entertain; to educate; to make an aud...
Review: My Name Is Rachel Corrie
Rachel’s story begins in her bedroom – a mess of unwashed tights, half-empty biros and over-spilling ashtrays. It’s the kind of room your mum would look at and ...
State of Play: Ice and fire
In the past month I was lucky enough to have two new theatrical experiences. I made my first trip to the Arcola in Dalston, a visit that was long overdue and on...