IN CONVERSATION WITH: Aaron Vodovoz and Annelise Bianchini
Reading Time: 5 minutesThe American Theatre of London has announced its debut production, Down the Road, by award-winning playwright Lee Blessing.
Tabitha James
I’ve been in love with theatre for as long as I can remember but it was intensified when I joined Bedlam Theatre whilst at University of Edinburgh - the oldest student-run theatre in the UK. With an aversion to the spotlight I became involved in stage management and producing and then discovered reviewing. I’ve been reviewing for over six years now but am still delighted to be challenged and thrilled by shows at every viewing. When not working as a marketeer in my day job, I’m at home with my two demanding Siamese cats - more often than not knitting or with a glass of wine in hand.
IN CONVERSATION WITH: Rachel Verhoef
Reading Time: 3 minutesWe sat down with Rachel Verhoef the writer (as well as one of the key characters - Blanche) of a haunting adaptation of 'A Streetcar Named Desire' that explores the complexities of Blanche and Stella's relationship, while celebrating the power of their femininity and resilience.
IN CONVERSATION WITH: Liam Holmes
Reading Time: 9 minutesWe sat down for an exclusive interview with Liam Holmes who wrote Mr Jones: An Aberfan Story - performing at Union Theatre 27th February to 1st March.
IN CONVERSATION WITH: Holly Bancroft, Alice Bebber and Ella Hakin
Reading Time: 5 minutesLady’s Fingers, co-written and performed by Ella Hakin and Holly Bancroft, follows three young women navigating the corporate world with a mix of clown, choreography, and comedy. Presented by Penny Drop and produced by Brave Mirror, the show returns after a sold-out run, exploring work-life absurdities with wit and charm. AYP holds this exclusive dialogue with Holly and Ella.
IN CONVERSATION WITH: Toby Olie
Reading Time: 6 minutesThe world premiere of There’s A Bear On My Chair at Southbank Centre’s Queen Elizabeth Hall is on Wednesday 19 February. Adapted from Ross Collins’ beloved books and directed by Toby Olié (Spirited Away, Animal Farm, War Horse), this playful production brings Bear and Mouse to life through captivating puppetry. A Youngish Perspective holds the dialogue with Toby Olie, the director.
IN CONVERSATION WITH: Ivy Paige
Reading Time: 3 minutesWe sat down for an exclusive interview with Ivy Paige (alter ego of Artiste Lucy Ryan) ahead of An Evening with Burlesque currently on tour across the UK (and hitting the Tyne Theatre & Opera House on 21st February).
IN CONVERSATION WITH: Jeremy Kareken
Reading Time: 3 minutesFollowing the success of his OffWestEnd nominated play, Kunstler, Joseph Jefferson Award winning playwright Jeffrey Sweet’s The Value of Names will have its UK premiere this February 2025. A Youngish Perspective runs the dialogue with Jeremy Kareken, who will be playing Norma's father, Benny.
IN CONVERSATION WITH: Ben Fox
Reading Time: 3 minutesWe sat down with Ben Fox, star of a new adaptation of The Passenger, that premieres at the Finborough Theatre for a five-week limited season running until 15th March 2025. Get tickets here.
IN CONVERSATION WITH: Alex Tay
Reading Time: 5 minutesWe sat down with Alex Tay who has curated a concert at Wigmore Hall, London, on the 22nd February. Featuring pioneering ensembles EXAUDI and GSBR Duo, anyone attending will hear cutting-edge music about frostbitten giants, manic delusion, and ethereal lighthouses, composed by Alex and some of today's most exciting experimental artists - Joe Bates, Cassie Kinoshi, and Linda Catlin Smith.
IN CONVERSATION WITH: Broken Wheel Productions
Reading Time: 4 minutesThis month, Oxford Playhouse are pleased to welcome back the University of Oxford students to the Main Stage. Broken Wheel Productions will stage a brand-new production of Frank Wildhorn and Leslie Bricusse’s Tony award-nominated musical Jekyll & Hyde, based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic story.