This musical is based on a children’s picture book by the same title, and I was apprehensive about how it would pan out. The show is lovely; I did not expect to enjoy it as much as I did and came away inspired. The messages in the performance are very important for young children to […]
Queer as a three-dollar bill – we don’t think so. This phrase has been used throughout the twentieth century as an insult against the Queer community. The Three Pound Coin Theatre Company are reclaiming it. The Student met with Co-founders and Executive Producers Issi Ladd (she/her) and Doug Stephenson (they/them) to talk about what the […]
As we know all too well, the last year has been incredibly tough on the world of the stage. From halted productions to closed theatres, at points it has seemed impossible that the industry will recover. Reassuringly, new talent, determination, and creativity is still emerging despite this. In this case, it takes the form of […]
Who knew meteorology could be so compelling on stage? David Haig, author and star of Pressure, obviously did. The play is about James Stagg, chief meteorological adviser to Commander Eisenhower, and his courage to stand up for what he believed in. He was crucial in bringing about the successful launch of ships bound for Normandy […]
Since 1989, the Edinburgh University Footlights has served as an outlet for students to showcase their performing arts skills through the annual shows it holds. This year, they debuted their production of Fame: The Musical. The cast consists of 22 actors, a live band, as well as an additional production and technical team. Set in […]
Image courtesy of ING Nederland/Flickr. Adapting from novels and films has long been a part of the theatrical tradition but there is arguably a need to discuss whether or not we have become too reliant on them. Looking at how adaptations are faring at the awards, we can make broad strokes about their dominance on […]
One normal night is a perilous trick. Normal is hard to attain. Not least when you live in the middle of Central Park in a family of a slightly more sadistic persuasion than your average American household. Pugsley likes to be tortured by Wednesday. Morticia’s housework comprises of pulling the heads off flowers and ensuring […]
Edinburgh University Savoy Opera Group (EUSOG) returns to the Pleasance Theatre stage this week with The Addams Family. The first of three productions planned for this academic year, the show promises an evening of great entertainment. Featuring Charles Addams’ original characters, this musical adaptation sees Wednesday Addams grown up and tackling the problems that come […]