Writing, Theatre, Poster Design, Films, Education and Attempted Wit
On 25 April, the #BOND25 was revealed in a live announcement from Ian Fleming's Goldeneye villa in Jamaica. Shooting officially begins in Jamaica on Sunday. Producer Barbara Broccoli said that this time "Bond is not on active service ... enjoying himself in Jamaica". The film is, sadly, still untitled. Returning cast were confirmed as Daniel … Continue reading Bond 25 cast revealed – and 24 retrospectives on the way!
The Rise of Skywalker teaser poster. Last week, the title of Star Wars Episode IX was revealed as "The Rise of Skywalker". For some that makes sense, as the films have been about the Skywalker family. Some fans of Episode VII The Force Awakens will say that Rey can't be a Skywalker - and that's … Continue reading Star Wars. Rey. Kylo. Jedi. Trilogies. And spoilers
Remember that Disney animation based on a French gothic novel starring Demi Moore and Kevin Kline? No? To be fair, it’s not hard to see why. But when you do watch it you will wonder why this gem is relatively ignored. The recent fire at Notre Dame got my four-year-old son’s attention, and when watching … Continue reading My review of The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996)
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June 20, 2017 I love Medea, and have spent time putting together an adaptation of the play, for possible use in schools. The demands of the lead role are considerable though, so while it might not be used in schools immediately, I hope that, when finished, it might reappear at another time. Another script sitting … Continue reading Medea (adaptation)
May 15, 2017 This week I received some brilliant and insightful feedback on my script for The Dark Ladies. Some of which I have secretly suspected all along. Some of it led to those "of course!" moments. And some was just plain enlightening. It has really encouraged me to dig that script out and get … Continue reading The Dark Ladies (still)
Sunshine on Leith is a great show. Even if you aren't aware of, or a huge fan of the music of The Proclaimers, Stephen Greenhorn crafted a show that is very accessible and extremely enjoyable. The script is in turns hilarious, sad, full of banter and camaraderie and then deep relatable emotions. It's a combination … Continue reading Sunshine on Leith (2016)
The welcome night was a success, and the first Tuesday rehearsal/music and dance practice went well. I have a feeling that this might turn out to be another great ACAOS show.We won't be resting on our laurels, knowing that Calamity Jane was such a success. Instead we will take that as a challenge - how … Continue reading All Shook Up
Godspell (2012) - my second production for ACAOS as director, a creative challenge which became a success.
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