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Actor-producer Mónica Lopera and director Miguel Torres Umba talk London premiere of Colombian play ‘Goodbye’: “We all need to talk more openly about mental health, loneliness and connection”
One more year, Brixton House returns its flagship festival, championing new writing from diverse, international voices. Guillermo Nazara chats with the team behind the first English-language production of Alejandra Chamorro’s life-affirming play, discussing the challenges of reaching a culturally different audience and the difficulties Latin American and emerging theatre currently face in the London scene.…
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Artistic Director Sharon Willems talks premature closure of Arches Lane Theatre: “Culture and community can’t just be marketing talking points”
Despite last year’s takeover and its intent to breathe new life into the venue, the Arches Lane Theatre- formerly known as The Turbine -will go permanently dark at the end of the month following a unilateral termination by the development company. Guillermo Nazara chats with the woman behind the space’s latest iteration about the local…
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Writer and performer Derek Murphy talks new queer play ‘Mammy’s House’: “We’re only just starting to properly reckon with how much of this history was left undocumented”
Following a two-year research process featuring numerous conversations with its real-life protagonists, Upstairs at the Gatehouse welcomes this new play celebrating the lives, friendship, and resilience of Irish LGBT immigrants living in London during the AIDS crisis. Guillermo Nazara chats with its creator to learn more about the piece’s development and its uncanny resonance with…
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Writers and performers Jordan Li-Smith and Ayesha Patel talk upcoming musical comedy ‘Rope Drop’: “As adults, we don’t always give ourselves permission to play, be silly or get excited about things”
The happiest place on earth travels to the London stage through this musical tribute celebrating its attractions, shows, and the memories that have turned millions of guests into lifelong fans. Guillermo Nazara chats with the creative team about the piece’s development and the ride it will take audiences on. How does it feel to be…
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Reece Donelly talks tenth anniversary of Theatre College of Scotland: “We never want to stand still, because the industry certainly doesn’t”
From a small idea to a multi-million-pound business, the Theatre College of Scotland has grown to become an institution in its own right, currently regarded as one of the finest in the country thanks to its world-class, multidisciplinary training across stage and screen. Guillermo Nazara chats with the founder to learn about the organisation’s evolution…
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Julie Yammanee talks upcoming international tour of ‘Magic Mike Live’: “The more “me” I can be, the better it is for the show”
Following the spectacular success of the London production, now in its 8th year, the show is preparing for its first international tour, assembling its largest cast ever for a new, larger version opening in Aylesbury at the end of the month. Guillermo Nazara chats with its upcoming MC, who bares it all about her role…
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Tyrone Huntley talks West End revival of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’: “I never think of Judas as the villain of the story”
Following the original Regent’s Park’s Open Theatre run and its subsequent Barbican transfer, the actor returns to his role as Judas for the first time in seven years, joining the production’s first incursion into the West End. Guillermo Nazara chats with the performer about his take on the role, as he asks ‘what’s the buzz?’…
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Writer and performer Abigail Weinstock talks upcoming show ‘Giraffe’: “Masking is such a big part of the autistic experience”
Inspired by her own personal accounts, the actress and comedian brings humour and drama to this year’s Edinburgh Fringe through a semi-autobiographical play exploring queerness, neurodiversity, and self-acceptance. Guillermo Nazara chats with the performer to learn more about the show’s development and how its celebration of individuality makes a difference. How does it feel to…
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Christine Lahti talks London transfer of ‘The Smile of Her’: “I’m hoping people take a lot of inspiration for a more equitable future”
Following its original New York run, the Academy Award-, Emmy-, and Golden Globe winner debuts on the London stage with this intimate biographical show that reflects on her personal journey and her family through the lens of social justice. Guillermo Nazara chats with the actress to learn more about the piece’s development and what makes…
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Luke Baker talks 20th-anniversary production of ‘Jersey Boys’: “I’m sure a few actors have blown out their voices playing Frankie Valli”
One of the most awarded jukebox musicals of all time returns to the UK in an extensive tour honouring the original production, which will be running for all four seasons until August next year. Guillermo Nazara chats with the show’s star to learn more about his portrayal and what a night audiences are likely to…
