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“Only Your Pre Formance is Cult”
In February of this year I took part in Arika12, a festival of experimental art, music, film and discussion that was divided into three distinct episodes. Episode 2: A Special Form Of Darkness was held at the Tramway in Glasgow
“Only Your Pre Formance is Cult”
In February of this year I took part in Arika12, a festival of experimental art, music, film and discussion that was divided into three distinct episodes. Episode 2: A Special Form Of Darkness was held at the Tramway in Glasgow
“The Great Disappointment of Santa Muerta”
In February I was offered the chance to take part in REVEAL, a two week programme of new work from emerging artists and writers based in Scotland and associated with the National Theatre of Scotland. Indeed, this was NTS’s chance
“The Great Disappointment of Santa Muerta”
In February I was offered the chance to take part in REVEAL, a two week programme of new work from emerging artists and writers based in Scotland and associated with the National Theatre of Scotland. Indeed, this was NTS’s chance
“Staging the Nation”
The National Theatre of Scotland has been hosting Staging the Nation, a series of events around the topic of theatre in Scotland. These discussions and events look backwards and forwards in time when considering the state of the theatre maker
“Staging the Nation”
The National Theatre of Scotland has been hosting Staging the Nation, a series of events around the topic of theatre in Scotland. These discussions and events look backwards and forwards in time when considering the state of the theatre maker
Cove Park Residency November 2011
I am just back from a week at Cove Park, an artist’s retreat on the Rosneath Penninsula. Strangely this beautiful haven of peace and quiet lies right in the heart of MoD country, about an hour and half’s drive north
Cove Park Residency November 2011
I am just back from a week at Cove Park, an artist’s retreat on the Rosneath Penninsula. Strangely this beautiful haven of peace and quiet lies right in the heart of MoD country, about an hour and half’s drive north
“Love Club: Day of the Dead”
The triumph of the season (aside from one or two other shows I’ve seen this month!) The latest Love Club was a smash with a dynamic mix of familiar voices – as always hosted by the wonderful and wordy Markus
“Love Club: Day of the Dead”
The triumph of the season (aside from one or two other shows I’ve seen this month!) The latest Love Club was a smash with a dynamic mix of familiar voices – as always hosted by the wonderful and wordy Markus
“Crossing the Lines” November 2011
Early this month I took part in the second session of “Crossing the Lines: Adventures of a Textual Nature.” This event is coordinated by the Arches and Playwrights’ Studio, Scotland, organizations that do not normally share artistic remits beyond that
“Crossing the Lines” November 2011
Early this month I took part in the second session of “Crossing the Lines: Adventures of a Textual Nature.” This event is coordinated by the Arches and Playwrights’ Studio, Scotland, organizations that do not normally share artistic remits beyond that
“Love Club” at Bungofest
Love Club was temporarily relocated at Tapa Coffeehouse on Glasgow’s southside, one of the foodie venues chosen by the Strathbungo Society in association with the Arches to host Bungofest. This was a one-day event featuring artists from around the south
“Love Club” at Bungofest
Love Club was temporarily relocated at Tapa Coffeehouse on Glasgow’s southside, one of the foodie venues chosen by the Strathbungo Society in association with the Arches to host Bungofest. This was a one-day event featuring artists from around the south
Art, Money and Reasons We Do It Our Damn Selves
I started from a fixed point while the other speakers started from a place of mixed emotions and conflicted thoughts. A provation only has teeth when it’s based in a single, certain perspective. So I offered one, though not necessarily
Art, Money and Reasons We Do It Our Damn Selves
I started from a fixed point while the other speakers started from a place of mixed emotions and conflicted thoughts. A provation only has teeth when it’s based in a single, certain perspective. So I offered one, though not necessarily
The Rehearsal Rooms of Others
I was invited into a friend’s rehearsal room last week and was immediately reminded on this strangeness of this creative space. In this instance the friend is producing his solo performance project. His opening night isn’t for a couple of
The Rehearsal Rooms of Others
I was invited into a friend’s rehearsal room last week and was immediately reminded on this strangeness of this creative space. In this instance the friend is producing his solo performance project. His opening night isn’t for a couple of
Arches Live 2011
Arches Live is back and bigger than ever. Check out this year’s extensive programme right here. This year’s festival of new theatre will be held at the Arches in Glasgow from Tuesday the 20th of Sept. to Saturday the 1st
Arches Live 2011
Arches Live is back and bigger than ever. Check out this year’s extensive programme right here. This year’s festival of new theatre will be held at the Arches in Glasgow from Tuesday the 20th of Sept. to Saturday the 1st
“Love Club: Independence Day”
On Monday the 4th of July I had the pleasure of performing a short spoken word piece at the Arches for an event called Love Club. This evening of performance events was curated by Drew Taylor and hosted by his
“Love Club: Independence Day”
On Monday the 4th of July I had the pleasure of performing a short spoken word piece at the Arches for an event called Love Club. This evening of performance events was curated by Drew Taylor and hosted by his
Learning Acting
I was chatting with some friends in Glasgow recently and we were discussing how we were trained in performance. As always I was lamenting my school loans, loans that I took to complete both an undergraduate performance degree at Boston
Learning Acting
I was chatting with some friends in Glasgow recently and we were discussing how we were trained in performance. As always I was lamenting my school loans, loans that I took to complete both an undergraduate performance degree at Boston
Without The Man on the Box
As I move on to new projects I think about how I’d like to improve the process. In my recent projects I have been director and performer, but as I plan new works where I’ll perform I wonder if I
Without The Man on the Box
As I move on to new projects I think about how I’d like to improve the process. In my recent projects I have been director and performer, but as I plan new works where I’ll perform I wonder if I
Scene Study at the Arches
Last week I participated in an event called “Crossing the Lines,” a cooperative effort between Playwrights’ Studio, Scotland and the Arches. I asked my friend and collaborator Lottie to join in the fast and furious exploration of and staging of
Scene Study at the Arches
Last week I participated in an event called “Crossing the Lines,” a cooperative effort between Playwrights’ Studio, Scotland and the Arches. I asked my friend and collaborator Lottie to join in the fast and furious exploration of and staging of
re: “Crossing the Lines”
I am taking part in the newest collaboration between the Arches and Playwrights’ Studio, Scotland, a “scratch” night programme they’ve called Crossing the Line. The event is slated for Wednesday the 25th of May at 7.30 p.m. at the Arches
re: “Crossing the Lines”
I am taking part in the newest collaboration between the Arches and Playwrights’ Studio, Scotland, a “scratch” night programme they’ve called Crossing the Line. The event is slated for Wednesday the 25th of May at 7.30 p.m. at the Arches
“Crossing the Lines”
A new event has been announced that might appeal to theatre artists and writers in Glasgow. The Arches and Playwrights’ Studio, Scotland are collaborating on a an event they’ve named “Crossing the Lines,” with the clever tag line: “Adventures of
“Crossing the Lines”
A new event has been announced that might appeal to theatre artists and writers in Glasgow. The Arches and Playwrights’ Studio, Scotland are collaborating on a an event they’ve named “Crossing the Lines,” with the clever tag line: “Adventures of
New Projects and Guts
It’s always a temptation to ignore the starting line. I can approach a new project with enthusiasm, real glee – from a distance. Once I get up close to the actual beginning of writing a script, or drafting a piece,
New Projects and Guts
It’s always a temptation to ignore the starting line. I can approach a new project with enthusiasm, real glee – from a distance. Once I get up close to the actual beginning of writing a script, or drafting a piece,
SPILL and Thoughts on “Performance”
Obviously I’m annoyed that I wasn’t invited to take part in the National Platform, a unique opportunity to showcase work at the National Theatre in a live art context. This event is part of a larger festival call SPILL, which
SPILL and Thoughts on “Performance”
Obviously I’m annoyed that I wasn’t invited to take part in the National Platform, a unique opportunity to showcase work at the National Theatre in a live art context. This event is part of a larger festival call SPILL, which
Compagnie Philip Genty Master Class
In February I had the opportunity to study object manipulation and movement with two former artists from the Compagnie Philip Genty, a world reknown visual theatre company based in Paris. This remarkable workshop was a 6 day intensive that focused
Compagnie Philip Genty Master Class
In February I had the opportunity to study object manipulation and movement with two former artists from the Compagnie Philip Genty, a world reknown visual theatre company based in Paris. This remarkable workshop was a 6 day intensive that focused
“Henry’s Crime” Premieres in the UK
Calm down. Please. Henry’s Crime premieres in the UK on the 14th. I’ll see you there, won’t I? And don’t think for a minute this won’t change things…. I was doing a wee bit of banking yesterday and happened to
“Henry’s Crime” Premieres in the UK
Calm down. Please. Henry’s Crime premieres in the UK on the 14th. I’ll see you there, won’t I? And don’t think for a minute this won’t change things…. I was doing a wee bit of banking yesterday and happened to
Review from The Skinny’s Gareth Vile
From Gareth Vile’s Skinny review for “How Keanu Reeves Saved the World,” which premiered the 24th and 25th of September at Arches Live in Glasgow: How Keanu Reeves Saved The World @ The Arches Posted by Gareth K Vile, Mon
Review from The Skinny’s Gareth Vile
From Gareth Vile’s Skinny review for “How Keanu Reeves Saved the World,” which premiered the 24th and 25th of September at Arches Live in Glasgow: How Keanu Reeves Saved The World @ The Arches Posted by Gareth K Vile, Mon
Review from Mary Brennan
An excerpt from Mary Brennan’s review of “How Keanu Reeves Saved the World,” which premiered on 24th and 25th September at Arches Live 2010 in Glasgow. Lifted from the Glasgow Herald’s post: Arches Live! 2010: A Booming Voice ****; How
Review from Mary Brennan
An excerpt from Mary Brennan’s review of “How Keanu Reeves Saved the World,” which premiered on 24th and 25th September at Arches Live 2010 in Glasgow. Lifted from the Glasgow Herald’s post: Arches Live! 2010: A Booming Voice ****; How
New Film Premiered
Here is a link to a YouTube blip of a red carpet interview for “Henry’s Crime” – Keanu Reeves’ latest film: What I find really interesting is that director Malcolm Venville’s cast were variously surprised that the movie was a
New Film Premiered
Here is a link to a YouTube blip of a red carpet interview for “Henry’s Crime” – Keanu Reeves’ latest film: What I find really interesting is that director Malcolm Venville’s cast were variously surprised that the movie was a
Keanu Doesn’t Know!
Saw an article on line today that suggested that Keanu Reeves knows about the show and has “even approved it” – this is not the case. I need to be as clear as possible that Keanu Reeves nor his people
Keanu Doesn’t Know!
Saw an article on line today that suggested that Keanu Reeves knows about the show and has “even approved it” – this is not the case. I need to be as clear as possible that Keanu Reeves nor his people
re: Pony Pie Fête 2010
The Pony Pie Fête was a huge success and I have so many people to thank. Foremost, ticket holders deserve a huge thanks. Their contributions made it possible to pay collaborators for their work on the show – a big
re: Pony Pie Fête 2010
The Pony Pie Fête was a huge success and I have so many people to thank. Foremost, ticket holders deserve a huge thanks. Their contributions made it possible to pay collaborators for their work on the show – a big
New Keanu Film!
From the Vancouver Sun: TIFF: Keanu Reeves grapples with the absurd in Henry’s Crime By Katherine Monk, Postmedia News September 15, 2010 TORONTO — Keanu Reeves bristles visibly at the word “celebrity” — and for good reason. The word is
New Keanu Film!
From the Vancouver Sun: TIFF: Keanu Reeves grapples with the absurd in Henry’s Crime By Katherine Monk, Postmedia News September 15, 2010 TORONTO — Keanu Reeves bristles visibly at the word “celebrity” — and for good reason. The word is
Tomorrow Night’s Fete!
Things are getting pretty exciting around here and the restaurant before tomorrow’s big day. I have plans to raid the allotment first thing in the a.m. and delivering all those fresh veg to the Shadon Belles before an afternoon of
Tomorrow Night’s Fete!
Things are getting pretty exciting around here and the restaurant before tomorrow’s big day. I have plans to raid the allotment first thing in the a.m. and delivering all those fresh veg to the Shadon Belles before an afternoon of
The Exciting Difficulties Ahead
I am thinking about those theatres that started when I was a little girl, before I knew anything about the theatre and certainly before I knew anything about the kind of theatre I want to make. I am thinking ‘how
The Exciting Difficulties Ahead
I am thinking about those theatres that started when I was a little girl, before I knew anything about the theatre and certainly before I knew anything about the kind of theatre I want to make. I am thinking ‘how
“whoa”
So there is this thing that Keanu does or did in some movies, I’ll find out where and stuff, but was watching Chain Reaction today and because I had my hand’s full I couldn’t turn off the film while the
“whoa”
So there is this thing that Keanu does or did in some movies, I’ll find out where and stuff, but was watching Chain Reaction today and because I had my hand’s full I couldn’t turn off the film while the
