UK arts leaders in despair: ‘By the time we’re allowed to reopen, we may be too decimated to do so’

Posted on September 24, 2020 by

Just weeks ago, Oliver Dowden announced Operation Sleeping Beauty – the panto-styled aim to get our beleaguered cultural venues refilling by Christmas. But, following the Prime Minister’s unveiling of strict new Covid-19 guidelines, it now looks like the sector will be left slumbering for at least another six months – and Rishi Sunak’s winter economic aid, announced today, has failed to give it a wake-up call.

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BWW Interview: Opera Holland Park’s James Clutton

Posted on September 20, 2020 by

The Director of Opera at OHP talks mounting concerts with Covid safety measures, why opera is for all, and plans for 2021.

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Private Lives, Zoom

Posted on September 15, 2020 by

Back in June, Lockdown Theatre raised £35,000 for the Royal Theatrical Fund with A Bit of Waiting for Godot, starring RTF president Robert Lindsay, Michael Palin and Joanna Lumley. Their second outing, on Sunday, was Act I of Noël Coward’s Private Lives, with Lindsay joined by Emma Thompson, Sanjeev Bhaskar, and Game of Thrones’ Emilia Clarke.

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What socially distanced theatre looks like: Actors share their experience

Posted on September 15, 2020 by

Theatres are slowly starting to reopen in the UK, with social distancing policies in place. Jesus Christ Superstar: The Concert at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre and new musical Sleepless: A Musical Romance at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre are two currently running shows going to great lengths to keep audience members safe . But what does social distancing look like behind the scenes for the actors and crew?

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Katherine Ryan interview

Posted on September 9, 2020 by

I spoke to the comedian about her stand-up, podcast and new Netflix series The Duchess.

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The best immersive shows to see in London right now

Posted on September 7, 2020 by

From a socially distanced outdoor play and a Covid-influenced 1984 to Sherlock, The Great Gatsby and Doctor Who adventures.

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Your guide to socially distanced theatre in London

Posted on September 7, 2020 by

From safety guidelines to outdoor theatre, immersive shows and celebrity appearances.

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How London theatres are keeping audiences safe during reopening

Posted on September 7, 2020 by

From social distancing and masks to livestreaming and pop-up spaces.

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Three Kings, Old Vic: In Camera

Posted on September 6, 2020 by

The world premiere of Stephen Beresford’s new hourlong play, livestreamed to home audiences in four performances as part of the Old Vic’s In Camera series, was postponed a couple of times due to Andrew Scott undergoing minor surgery. Thankfully, the actor has fully recovered, and his performance of this affecting piece was certainly worth the wait.

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Where to see outdoor theatre in the UK

Posted on September 4, 2020 by

My round-up of al fresco goodies, from Regent’s Park to the Minack.

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