Tristan and Yseult, now entering the 13th year of its history, has become something of a figurehead for Kneehigh theatre company - the closest thing to a ‘definitive’ production. All the elements of a Emma Rice show can be traced back to … Continue Reading
Spotlight
Spotlight/Spotlight On: Postcards Festival at Jacksons Lane
As the Southbank's Underbelly Festival lurches on into its second of five months, one might be forgiven for predicting the eclipse of … Continue Reading
Spotlight/Spotlight On: Flabbergast Theatre – “Too Niche For Channel 4”
Flabbergast Theatre are a phenomenon of the Fringe theatre scene. They are the creators of the cult hit Boris & Sergey, a foulmouthed … Continue Reading
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