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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…
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Writer James Fritz talks new play ‘Mankind Forever’: “The minds of the young have always been hot property”
With a successful portfolio including several well-known titles such as The Flea and the Olivier Award-nominated Four Minutes Twelve Seconds, the National Youth Theatre alumn returns to his roots this year with a new play featured as part of the company’s renowned StoryFest. Guillermo Nazara chats with the author to learn more about the piece’s…
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Recipients of Royal Court’s Young Playwrights Award discuss the future of new theatre: “If we don’t explore new work, we limit our understanding of what theatre can be”
Continuing its endeavour to nurture new talent, the Royal Court has once again welcomed teenagers across the UK to put their vision and creativity into the blank page. Guillermo Nazara chats with this year’s recipients of the 16-18 prize to learn more about their work and the situation of the arts in a not-so-favourable education…
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Playwright Eleanor Tindall talks London return of ‘Tender’: “Repressing queerness is only getting worse with the increased hostility towards LGBTQIA+ people”
Following a critically acclaimed inaugural run in 2024, the play transfers to the Bush Theatre’s main house in an upgraded production also featuring new material and cast members. Guillermo Nazara chats with the show’s creator to learn more about her and the piece’s journey over the years, and its depiction of queer relationships in a…
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Melissa Errico talks upcoming London concert: “I hope I’ll never be done growing and changing with Michel Legrand”
Following her performances at Crazy Coqs and the Cadogan Hall, the Broadway actress returns to London’s cabaret scene with a debut concert at Ronnie Scott’s, which will honour the oeuvre of the renowned composer and long-time collaborator, Michel Legrand. Guillermo Nazara chats with the artist to learn more about this unique event and why every…
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Co-Founder of Guildford Shakespeare Company and performer Sarah Gobran talks 20th anniversary season: “There’s simply nothing quite like experiencing Shakespeare outdoors”
With a well-established legacy as pioneers in their hometown, the group celebrates their latest milestone with a special double-bill production delivered in collaboration with the Orange Tree Theatre. Guillermo Nazara chats with the artist to learn more about their work over the last two decades, upcoming projects, and how their newest show connects one of…
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Creative Romain Rachline Borgeaud talks London return of ‘STORIES’: “I want people to build their own plot”
Following a complete sellout during its latest London stay, the show returns to the Peacock Theatre for the autumn season, where it will play a two-week run before embarking on a national tour. Guillermo Nazara chats with the piece’s composer, director, and choreographer to learn more about the piece’s development and what makes it a…
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Director Yngvild Aspeli talks Plexus Polaire’s new production ‘Dracula – Lucy’s Dream’: “I was interested in how the story reveals the complexity of being human”
Known for its visually arresting puppet-based productions such as Moby Dick (Barbican), the company heads to this year’s Edinburgh Fringe festival with this new proposal based on Stoker’s classic novel. Guillermo Nazara chats with the show’s director to learn more about its development and their decision to sink their teeth in this subject. How does…
