Creating SHEWOLVES – An Interview with Sarah Middleton

By Kat Mokrynski “We wanted to make something that was adventurous and funny and explored the topics young people care about today – which is why the story explores the expectations we have of young people, especially in terms of exams and climate change.” SHEWOLVES, a play currently running at the Southwark Playhouse, tells the story of two girls going into the wild and taking on climate change. Recently, Curtain Call had the chance to interview Sarah Middleton, the writer of SHEWOLVES. We discussed coming-of-age stories, the importance of teenagers seeing themselves on stage, and what it’s like bringing back … Continue reading Creating SHEWOLVES – An Interview with Sarah Middleton

Interactive Comedy and One Way Mirror – An Interview with Jonathan Oldfield

By Kat Mokrynski Do you like people watching? Do you ever watch people walking past you on the street, wondering what is going on in their mind? Well, what if you had a one way mirror in your home, giving you the chance to people watch as you please without anyone knowing? Jonathan Oldfield’s new show, One Way Mirror, explores exactly that. The show, based on Oldfield’s own experiences with a one-way mirror in his home, gives audiences the choice of whether to interact with what they see or not, making an interactive theatrical experience out of a one-man show. … Continue reading Interactive Comedy and One Way Mirror – An Interview with Jonathan Oldfield

“Combining Humour with Pain” – An Interview with The Circle’s Chirag Benedict Lobo

By Kat Mokrynski The Circle, a comedy written by W. Somerset Maugham and first staged in 1921, is currently playing at the Orange Tree Theatre in Richmond. Starring Jane Asher, the play tells the story of Lady Kitty, a woman who has left her husband (Clive Francis) to elope with a lord (Nicholas Le Pevost). History seems to repeat itself when Lady Kitty’s son (Pete Ashmore) must try to stop his own wife (Olivia Vinall) from eloping with a young man (Chriag Benedict Lobo), but will the circle be broken?  Recently, I had the chance to speak with Chirag Benedict … Continue reading “Combining Humour with Pain” – An Interview with The Circle’s Chirag Benedict Lobo

[INTERVIEW] Cory English “I wanted to give the Back To The Future fans what they wanted.”

Great Scott! Fresh from the future, we had the chance to catch up with Cory English. We discussed what it’s like taking on such an iconic role, what inspires him everyday and his relationship with the audience! How are you … Continue reading [INTERVIEW] Cory English “I wanted to give the Back To The Future fans what they wanted.”

Get to Know Christabel Pankhurst: An Interview with Ellena Vincent of ‘Sylvia’

Words by Constance Drugeot Picture: @manuelharlanphotography Note: we sat down with Ellena Vincent a week before the Olivier Awards – congratulations to the entire company of ‘Sylvia‘ on their win and performance! First of all, how are you doing?   I’m good, thank you! It’s our last day off for the next two weeks because next Sunday is the Oliviers, which is exciting! So today is just a chill day.  I’ll be rooting for you on the Oliviers! Thanks! There are tough categories, I think Standing at the Sky’s Edge is a favourite but we’re just happy to be nominated, … Continue reading Get to Know Christabel Pankhurst: An Interview with Ellena Vincent of ‘Sylvia’