Reading Time: 2 minutesA striking and unsettling production, Black Hole Sign features standout performances and a raw exploration of human fragility under hospital bureaucracy. Uma Nada-Rajah’s Black Hole Sign plunges the audience into the relentless chaos of a hospital ward—crumbling inside and…
Reading Time: 2 minutesDesmonda Cathabel shines as Jasmine, offering a nuanced, heartfelt portrayal with warmth and vocal ease, balancing strength and vulnerability. Damien Winchester’s Genie is another standout, with impeccable comic timing and vocal prowess that infuses each scene with energy. Gavin Adams, in the role of Aladdin, though talented, feels one-dimensional beside Cathabel and Winchester’s richly layered portrayals. The trio of friends—Kassim (Nay-Nay), Omar (Adam Taylor), and Babkak (Nelson Bettencourt)—add charm, providing a fun twist to Aladdin’s capuchin sidekick, Abu.
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Scottish Opera’s recent production of Don Pasquale, directed by Renaud Doucet and André Barbe, brought a fresh, vibrant energy to Donizetti’s comic opera. Supported by the Scottish Opera Syndicate, this production stood out for its creativity and originality, making it a delightful experience for both seasoned opera fans and newcomers alike.
Reading Time: 2 minutesFarah Saleh and her talented collaborators brought something beautiful to the stage with The World We Share.
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Last Pearl, a devised piece by Blue Raincoat Theatre Company, tells the story of a M and her daughter as they navigate and scavenge in a world devastated by a typhoon. It portrays their capacity to adapt to a transforming environment and their struggle for survival.
Reading Time: 2 minutesAt the heart of an Accident / a Life, directed by Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui, lies a poignant message: life is a gift, its beauty shaped by our choices even in the face of adversity. This thought-provoking theme resonates deeply, urging audiences to embrace joy over resentment and find solace in shared burdens.
Reading Time: 3 minutesCo-created by Natasha Gilmore, Jude Williams, and Ben Duke (Lost Dog), Chunky Jewellery celebrates the bonds of friendship and the nuances of womanhood.