Reading Time: 4 minutesWe sat down for a chat with Johnny, the creative force behind Pictish Trail and the founder of Lost Map, a label and collective he runs from his home on the Isle of Eigg. Humbug sounds like…
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Traverse Theatre has announced an exciting quartet of creative appointments, each poised to redefine the boundaries of storytelling and stagecraft as the theatre heads into 2025. With a mission to challenge, inspire, and innovate, these new roles bring together a blend of experienced voices and fresh perspectives to shape the future of performance in Scotland and beyond.
Reading Time: 4 minutesWe sat down with Alastair Whatley, Artistic Director of Original Theatre. Original Theatre kicked off their 20th anniversary year celebrations in November with a screening of Original At Last.
Reading Time: 3 minutesWe sat down with Peter Tuleshkov, Artistic, Musical Director and Chief Conductor of Varna International Ballet which comes to the UK in the new year, visiting 20 venues from 2 January – 5 March 2025, with beloved classics Swan Lake, The Nutcracker and Romeo and Juliet.
Reading Time: 2 minutesWe sat down with Martina Perfetto, Artistic Director of Varna International Ballet which comes to the UK in the new year, visiting 20 venues from 2 January – 5 March 2025, with beloved classics Swan Lake, The Nutcracker and Romeo and Juliet. Martina will perform Odette/Odile in Swan Lake, Marie (Clara) in The Nutcracker and Juliet in Romeo and Juliet.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAmber Spooner's debut play, The Various Methods of Escape, premieres at The Bread and Roses Theatre in London from December 3 to 14, presented by Mon Sans Productions. The dramatic play follows Grace, an 18-year-old escaping years of captivity, as she encounters challenges in rebuilding her life. Tickets are available now.
Reading Time: 2 minutesWe sat down with Daniela Dimova, Artistic Director of Varna International Ballet which comes to the UK in the new year, visiting 20 venues from 2 January – 5 March 2025, with beloved classics Swan Lake, The Nutcracker and Romeo and Juliet.
Reading Time: 3 minutesMegan Jenkins discusses her musical comedy, BILL, about Milton William Cooper, a controversial figure in American conspiracy theories. The play combines humor and serious themes, exploring Cooper's legacy and influence on modern politics. It employs various musical styles and aims to entertain while prompting reflection on conspiracy narratives.
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) has acquired the Kenneth MacMillan Archive, a significant collection showcasing the life and career of the influential choreographer. Gifted by Lady MacMillan, it features diverse materials from over seven decades, highlighting MacMillan's contributions to British ballet. The archive will be accessible for educational research after cataloguing in 2025.
Reading Time: 3 minutesCressida Brown, director of Cutting the Tightrope at Arcola Theatre, discusses the importance of political expression in art amid rising censorship. Inspired by UK actions surrounding Palestine, she emphasizes the need for artistic dissent, fearing repercussions for creators. The theatre's courage to host such works represents a vital stand against suppression in today's climate.