An open letter to theatre and performance makers

This is a letter to self-employed and freelance theatre and performance makers in the UK. To the actors, playwrights, directors, choreographers, stage managers, designers, stage crews and set-builders to name just a few.

We really miss being with you during this period of lockdown. Making theatre and performance is a collaborative endeavour, so we are particularly affected by having to be apart from one another right now. We’re not able to come together, in the same space, to share the experience of a live performance. We’re not able to practise and enjoy our artform in its most basic form.

This year, we celebrate 7 years! Within this time, it’s been great to witness a variety of shows within the capital as well as regionally. We very much look forward to continuing this journey, and seeing what happens next. We’re living in a very exciting time, whereby changes are made within our industry and crucial conversations are being had, and we hope to keep you updated on companies and shows contributing to our theatre landscape. Each week, we bring you the latest theatre reviews and interviews, and have now introduced a weekly newsletter. This is your chance to stay updated on the very latest theatre news, competitions and reviews!

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This year, we celebrate 6 years in July. Within this time, it’s been great to witness a variety of shows within the capital as well as regionally. We very much look forward to continuing this journey, and seeing what happens next. We’re living in a very exciting time, whereby changes are made within our industry and crucial conversations are being had, and we hope to keep you updated on companies and shows contributing to our theatre landscape. Each week, we bring you the latest theatre reviews and interviews, and have now introduced a weekly newsletter. This is your chance to stay updated on the very latest theatre news, competitions and reviews!

To subscribe to our newsletter, visit here…

You know Christmas is just around the corner when you see the beautiful illuminations in Central London being draped above the hustle and bustle. Onlookers stop and stare as these jaw dropping creations signify the end of yet another year. To celebrate Christmas season, we’ve teamed up with ICEBAR London and Theatre Tokens to giveaway a drinks experience for 2 and vouchers. 

A butch superhero starring in the latest Hollywood blockbuster, or rather a weedy geek in a back-to- school advertisement. Many characters, many possibilities, but for a lot of budding actors ONE ‘type’. The first thing to mention is that whatever ‘type’ you are reflects nothing about you personally or your behaviour as a human being, actually it makes you more certain as a performer and clearer in choosing characters you are likely to take on and play.

Theatre Tokens is the biggest national theatre voucher scheme! They can be used at over 240 venues across the UK including London’s West End. Theatre Tokens also have no expiry date so you can easily pick when you use them with no pressure.

It’s that time of year again. Time for family gatherings, office parties and too many mince pies! And what better way to celebrate than coming along The Christmas Wishlist at The Yard theatre?

This Christmas Theatre Royal Stratford East is giving a new twist to the classic tale of Robin Hood! Full of laughter, brand new songs and festive cheer Robin Hood tells the story of the prince of thieves on a mission! Join him and his merry band of men as they take from the rich to give to the poor whilst undertaking a quest to save good King Richard and the poor people of StratEastHam! Will they save the day?  Or will the fearless Maid Marion get there first?