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“I started the night anxious I’d be subjected to a torturous two hours of second hand embarrassment, and I left having experienced a brilliant night of live comedy”: Tom Cain is extremely amused by the first night ever of The Stand Society.
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“It will be no surprise when see these faces on the big screens”: Honor Douglas is in awe of the comedic talent witnessed in the Durham Revue’s Unfinished Business.
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Daisy Hargreaves reassures us that, despite its new look, theatre is here to stay.
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Stage chats to Dragos Farcas about the understated role of the Technical Director, discovering what it’s like behind the scenes and why we should all get involved.
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Jodie Sale argues the creation of a new ‘Welfare and Inclusivity Officer’ within the DST Exec comes “at just the right time”.
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Imi Marchant discusses the strengths and weaknesses of directors’ choosing to play two leading casts during the run of one play.
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‘Truly a joy to watch’: Florence Lunnon offers her verdict on Tethered Wits Theatre Company’s recent production of Pygmalion.
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Alice Reynolds takes a look at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe.
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“Fiercely raw and unreservedly autobiographical”: Giorgia Laird is thrilled by Amanda Quartey’s new show.
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“Intriguing and engaging”: Ben Johanson is impressed by the latest offering from Collingwood Woodplayers
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