Amateur Of Life And Death podcast

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[title of show] 40:19

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Send us a text This episode features an interview with performer Mark Horne about his life and loves in amateur theatre, including his early days as a ‘ Crescenteenie ’ and his membership of the Crescent Youth Theatre. Mark also tells us about his role in the Crescent Theatre’s forthcoming production of [title of show] , Hunter Bell and Jeff Bowen’s witty love-letter to musical theatre and the creative process.…

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Nora: A Doll's House 51:25

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Send us a text This month we welcome actor and director Steph Urquhart onto the podcast to share her life and loves in amateur theatre. Steph is also directing the Crescent Theatre's forthcoming production of Nora: A Doll's House by contemporary playwright Stef Smith, a powerful reimagining of Ibsen's classic play. Steph tells us more about the challenges and rewards of staging this exciting take on A Doll's House , set simultaneously in three different time periods. Meanwhile Luke, who is appearing in Nora: A Doll's House himself, has been backstage with two of his fellow cast members to find out how they are tackling playing their roles in scenes set in 1918, 1968 and 2018.…

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Labour of Love 56:04

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Send us a text This month's episode explores James Graham's award-winning play Labour Of Love and we find out how the Crescent Theatre Birmingham's upcoming production of the show has been a real 'labour of love' in more ways than one... Our Studio Guest is actor Katie Merriman. Katie spills the beans on her life and loves in amateur theatre and talks about her role as straight-talking Labour constituency agent Jean Whittaker in Labour of Love . We also go behind the scenes of the production to find out more about the use of video in theatre and how video footage plays a crucial role in the show. Director and producer Rod Natkiel shares his experience and thoughts on creating and using video in theatre.…

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The Effect 28:38

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Send us a text The Crescent Theatre's podcast, Amateur of Life and Death, is back for a fourth season. In this episode Luke and Liz talk to actors Jason Adam and Helena Lima about their life and loves in amateur theatre, and about their roles in the Crescent Theatre's forthcoming production of The Effect by Lucy Prebble. In the play, Jason and Helena play Tristan and Connie, two volunteers in a clinical trial who experience love as an unexpected side effect of the new anti-depressant being tested on them.…

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Red Velvet 46:38

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Send us a text This month’s episode focuses on Red Velvet, the 2012 play by Lolita Chakrabarti. Laura has been speaking to actor Papa Anoh Yentumi about his role as the young Ira Aldridge in the upcoming Crescent Theatre Company production of the play. We also learn more about the play and the actor who inspired it, the American Ira Aldridge, who was the first black actor in England to play Othello on the professional stage.…

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Am to Pro 49:22

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Send us a text Each episode takes a look at a different aspect of the wonderful world of amateur theatre, and features an amateur theatre-maker talking about their theatrical life, theatrical loves, and the times when they’ve ‘died’ on stage. In this month’s episode, our Backstage Pass holder, John O’Neill, speaks with director Dewi Johnson, who’s recently been working in London’s West End theatres including as Associate Director on Simon Nye’s ‘The Crown Jewels’ at the Garrick Theatre, starring Al Murray and Mel Giedroyc, and as Assistant Director on Ben Elton’s stage production of ‘Upstart Crow’, starring David Mitchell. You’ll find Dewi’s resumé contains its fair share of comedy! Dewi’s journey from teenage director, to Drama School student, to West End associate director, took him through the Crescent Theatre (Birmingham), along the way. Here, Dewi’s also had amateur experience over the last 11 years including as an actor, costume designer, set designer, and of course director, most recently directing the Crescent’s dazzling 2019 production of Jessica Swale’s semi-musical play ‘Nell Gwynn’, set during the heart of the Restoration period in England in the late sixteen-hundreds. Dewi’s expertise in and love of the Restoration era theatre is an absolute gift to his cast and crew, and so, of course, to his audiences too.…

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The Great American Musical 49:40

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Send us a text This month we're focussing on two great American musicals of the 20th century. We speak to actor, singer and dancer Jo Brookes about her role as Louise in the Crescent Theatre's production of Gypsy . We also go backstage with Tinker's Farm Opera and speak to director and choreographer Emma Harley to find out more about the history of society and its forthcoming production of Guys and Dolls , which Emma is directing.…

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Love From a Stranger 47:32

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Send us a text Each episode takes a look at a different aspect of the wonderful world of amateur theatre, and features an amateur theatre-maker talking about their theatrical life, theatrical loves, and the times when they’ve ‘died’ on stage. This month’s episode focuses on the upcoming production of the play ‘Love From a Stranger’ by Agatha Christie and Frank Vosper, a “psychological thriller”, which the Crescent Theatre Birmingham are performing in April 2024 as part of the Crescent’s Centenary Season. Laura speaks to Andrew Crocker, the Production Assistant for the show, and a long-serving member of the Crescent Theatre. Luke Plimmer is this month’s Backstage Pass holder and he’ll be talking to set designer Poppy Chalmers, who’ll explain more about creating 1930s Britain inside the black box venue that is the Ron Barber Studio space.…

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Educating Rita 38:07

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Send us a text This episode delves into the world of Willy Russell's modern classic, Educating Rita. We talk to actress Vicky Youster about her theatrical life, theatrical loves and the times when she's 'died' on stage. Vicky is playing Rita in the Crescent Theatre Birmingham's production of Educating Rita and she also tells us all about rehearsals, the challenges of taking on such an iconic role, and how to master the Liverpool accent. Laura takes a delve into the Crescent Theatre's archives to find out more about previous productions of the show.…

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House and Garden 43:44

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Send us a text Each episode takes a look at a different aspect of the wonderful world of amateur theatre, and features an amateur theatre-maker talking about their theatrical life, theatrical loves, and the times when they’ve ‘died’ on stage. This episode focuses on the Crescent’s upcoming pair of productions, 'House' and 'Garden', both by Alan Ayckbourn. Luke Plimmer is borrowing our backstage pass this month to learn more. He’ll be talking to the Stage Manager for 'Garden', Suzie King, and to Jordan Starks-Browning, who is working on Props for both 'House' and 'Garden'. Our studio guest is Naomi Jacobs, who is the Production Assistant on 'Garden'. Naomi also tells us about her life and loves in amateur theatre.…

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Looking Forward, Thinking Back 59:22

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Send us a text This episode we’re celebrating the past, exploring the present, and looking ahead to the future of amateur theatre. Chairman of the Crescent Theatre, Birmingham, Kevin Middleton tells us about his theatrical life and theatrical loves, as well as discussing the governance of an amateur theatre, and the role of the board. We also chat to one of the Crescent Theatre’s longest-standing members, set-builder and former stage manager, Phil Parsons, about his memories and experiences over more than 50 years with the company.…

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Othello 58:20

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Send us a text Each episode takes a look at a different aspect of the wonderful world of amateur theatre, and features an amateur theatre maker talking about their theatrical life, theatrical loves, and the times when they’ve ‘died’ on stage. This episode focuses on the Crescent’s upcoming production of Othello. Our backstage pass holder, John O'Neill, will be exploring the iconic Props department with the Production Assistants for Othello, Steve Davis and Jess Shannon.…

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Pinteresque 40:49

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Send us a text Each episode takes a look at a different aspect of the wonderful world of amateur theatre, and features an amateur theatre maker talking about their theatrical life, theatrical loves, and the times when they’ve ‘died’ on stage. This episode focuses on the work of a giant of modern British theatre, Harold Pinter. We will be talking to Graeme Braidwood, who is directing the Crescent Theatre Birmingham’s upcoming production of two one act Pinter plays, A Kind of Alaska and Ashes to Ashes, about his life and loves in theatre. And we’ll be delving into the archives to find out a bit more about the Crescent Theatre’s history of producing Pinter’s work.…

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Now We Are 100 58:21

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Send us a text Each episode takes a look at a different aspect of the wonderful world of amateur theatre, and features an amateur theatre maker talking about their theatrical life, theatrical loves, and the times when they’ve ‘died’ on stage. This episode focuses on the history of the Crescent Theatre, Birmingham, which is celebrating a big birthday this season. We’ve been talking to Clare Crosland, the Crescent’s Head of Archives, about the rewards and challenges of archiving a hundred years of amateur theatre history. And we delve into the archives to find out a bit more about the history of the Crescent Theatre Company and about past productions of the two classic shows that open its centenary season this month; Blithe Spirit and Pride and Prejudice.…

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My Night With Reg 47:06

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Send us a text Each episode takes a look at a different aspect of the wonderful world of amateur theatre and features an amateur theatre maker talking about their theatrical life, theatrical loves, and the times when they’ve ‘died’ on stage. This episode focuses on Kevin Elyot’s 1990s masterpiece, My Night with Reg. Liz talks to David Baldwin about his life and loves in amateur theatre, and about My Night with Reg, which David is appearing in.…

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The Taming of the Shrew 52:31

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Losing Leaves 45:29

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Send us a text Each episode takes a look at a different aspect of the wonderful world of amateur theatre and features an amateur theatre maker talking about their theatrical life, theatrical loves, and the times when they’ve died on stage. Our Backstage Pass feature takes us behind the scenes at The Crescent Theatre, Birmingham to discover more about what goes into making a great amateur production. This episode explores Florian Zeller’s modern masterpiece The Father. Our studio guest is director and actor Mark Thompson, who is directing the Crescent Theatre’s forthcoming production of The Father. Mark tells us about his life and loves in amateur theatre and about how he has approached directing The Father. Our Backstage Pass Holder, John O’Neill, has been behind the scenes of the Box Office, a crucial department of any theatre, to find out more about how the box office supports and enhances the work of a busy amateur theatre venue.…

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Into the Woods 45:59

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Send us a text Each episode takes a look at a different aspect of the wonderful world of amateur theatre and features an amateur theatre maker talking about their theatrical life, theatrical loves, and the times when they’ve died on stage. Our Backstage Pass Feature takes us behind the scenes at The Crescent Theatre, Birmingham to discover more about what goes into making a great amateur production. This episode is all about the work of the late composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim and we will be talking to Musical Director and long-standing member of the Crescent Theatre, Gary Spruce, about his life and loves in amateur theatre.…

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Sylvia 46:57

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Send us a text Each episode takes a look at a different aspect of the wonderful world of amateur theatre and features an amateur theatre maker talking about their theatrical life, theatrical loves, and the times when they’ve ‘died’ on stage. This episode focusses on A.R. Gurney's charming 1995 romantic comedy "Sylvia." We'll be talking to actor, author and director Jaz Davison about her life and loves in amateur theatre. Jaz is directing The Crescent Theatre's forthcoming production of "Sylvia," which will run in the Crescent Theatre's Ron Barber Studio from 1st - 8th April 2023. "Sylvia" explores the impact of an unexpected pet on the relationship between two empty-nesters who have just moved into New York City after child rearing in the suburbs. Luke will be going backstage with two of the actors in the show to find out how you bring a dog to life on stage.…

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A Taste of Honey 54:09

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Send us a text Each episode takes a look at a different aspect of the wonderful world of amateur theatre and features an amateur theatre maker talking about their theatrical life, theatrical loves, and the times when they’ve ‘died’ on stage. This episode focuses on Shelagh Delaney’s ground-breaking 1950s drama A Taste of Honey. We’ll be talking to designer and director Colin Judges about his life and loves in amateur theatre. Colin is directing the Crescent Theatre’s forthcoming production of A Taste of Honey. And because it’s February, the month of Valentines, we’re doing something a little bit different this episode and celebrating stories of those who have found love, be it romantic or platonic, through amateur theatre. We asked our listeners to send us in their amateur theatre love stories and we’ll be sharing them with you, in celebration of the power that amateur theatre has to bring people together.…

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The Mercy Seat 44:53

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Send us a text Each episode takes a look at a different aspect of the wonderful world of amateur theatre and features an amateur theatre maker talking about their theatrical life, theatrical loves, and the times when they’ve died on stage. Our Backstage Pass feature will also take us behind the scenes at The Crescent Theatre, Birmingham to discover more about what goes into making a great amateur production. This episode focusses on Neil LaBute's 9/11 relationship drama "The Mercy Seat." We'll talk to director, Robyn Dickinson about her life and loves in amateur theatre. Robyn is directing The Crescent Theatre's upcoming production of the play. Liz has been behind the scenes of a photo shoot of a poster, for the Crescent's 2023 touring production of The Taming of the Shrew, to find out more about what goes into getting the perfect picture to sell a show. Book Tickets for The Mercy Seat Book Tickets for The Taming of the Shrew The Crescent Theatre Website…

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Christmas at The Crescent 12:14

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Send us a text Each episode takes a look at a different aspect of the wonderful world of amateur theatre and features an amateur theatre maker talking about their theatrical life, theatrical loves, and the times when they’ve ‘died’ on stage. This episode is a celebration of Christmas at the Crescent Theatre in Birmingham, and particularly the Christmas Wassail, a Crescent tradition dating back almost 40 years. In fact, the Crescent's very beginning was a Christmas show.…

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Ambition, Blood and Lust 47:42

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Send us a text Each episode takes a look at a different aspect of the wonderful world of amateur theatre and features an amateur theatre maker talking about their theatrical life, theatrical loves, and the times when they’ve ‘died’ on stage. Our Backstage Pass feature takes us behind the scenes at The Crescent Theatre, Birmingham to discover more about what goes into making a great amateur production. This episode focuses on John Webster’s Jacobean tragedy The Duchess of Malfi. We’ll be talking to actor, director and writer Andrew Cowie about his life and loves in amateur theatre, his approach to directing The Duchess of Malfi, and finding out about the unique and bloodthirsty genre that is Jacobean revenge tragedy. Meanwhile Liz has been behind the scenes of The Duchess of Malfi to talk to Lighting Designer Charlotte Robinson about the challenges and rewards of lighting this darkest of plays.…

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There Are No Beginnings 42:46

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Send us a text Each episode takes a look at a different aspect of the wonderful world of amateur theatre and features an amateur theatre maker talking about their theatrical life, theatrical loves, and the times when they’ve ‘died’ on stage. Our Backstage Pass feature takes us behind the scenes at The Crescent Theatre, Birmingham to discover more about what goes into making a great amateur production. This episode focuses on a powerful play called There Are No Beginnings by Charley Miles. We'll be speaking to Director Alex Arksen about the play and our Backstage Pass holder, John O'Neill will be talking to Sound Designer Kevin Middleton about the important role of sound in this play.…

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Love is in the Air 53:21

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Send us a text We’re delighted to be back for a second season of the podcast. Each episode takes a look at a different aspect of the wonderful world of amateur theatre and features an amateur theatre maker talking about their theatrical life, theatrical loves, and the times when they’ve ‘died’ on stage. Our Backstage Pass feature takes us behind the scenes at The Crescent Theatre, Birmingham to discover more about what goes into making a great amateur production. This month’s episode is a little bit different as we lift the lid on some of backstage business that goes on in not one, but two, forthcoming productions at the Crescent. John O’Neill will be talking to actor and musician Hugh Blackwood about his life and loves in amateur theatre. Meanwhile Luke and Liz will be taking a look behind the scenes of the catchily titled musical ‘I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change’ and the Tudor romcom ‘Shakespeare in Love’, adapted for the stage by Lee Hall from the 1998 film of the same name.…

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Outtakes, Mistakes and Discarded Diamonds 24:22

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Send us a text Each episode takes a look at a different aspect of the wonderful world of amateur theatre and features an amateur theatre maker talking about their theatrical life, theatrical loves, and the times when they’ve died on stage. For this episode, the last in our current season, we’ve pulled together some clips that we didn’t have time for the first time around. We’ve also thrown in a few bloopers that made us laugh while we were editing.…

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Wild About Wilde 47:39

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Send us a text This episode explores the witty and wonderful work of Oscar Wilde, whose satirical theatrical masterpieces continue to delight audiences more than a hundred years after his death. We’ll be interviewing Alan Bull, actor, stage manager and production manager, to find out about his life and loves in amateur theatre and his experience of performing Wilde’s plays. And John will be going behind the scenes to talk to the Crescent’s Marketing Manager, Rob Laird, about the challenges and rewards of marketing amateur productions.…

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On The Road 50:19

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Send us a text For this month’s episode Liz and John have hit the road, well the M6, and taken a trip to Coventry to visit the Criterion Theatre, an amateur theatre in the Earlsdon area of the city which has a proud history of producing theatrical entertainment for over 65 years. We’ll be interviewing Anne-Marie Greene, the Artistic Director of the Criterion, to find out about her life and loves in amateur theatre. We’ll also be going behind the scenes at the Criterion to find out more about its unique building and its forthcoming production of Midsummer by David Greig & Gordon McIntyre.…

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But Is It Art? 47:16

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Send us a text I n this episode we find out about the true story that inspired Lee Hall’s play The Pitmen Painters, which tells the tale of the Ashington Group: a group of coal miners who became well-known artists. We’ll be interviewing Karen Kelly, who is a voice coach, actor and production assistant, to find out about her life and loves in amateur theatre, and her experience of teaching accents and dialects. This month, John will be going behind the scenes on the Crescent Theatre’s forthcoming production The Pitmen Painters and will be finding out about being an artist pretending to be a miner who becomes an artist.…

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Don't Feed the Plants 47:33

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Send us a text This episode explores musical theatre and the story of the iconic musical Little Shop of Horrors. We’ll be interviewing Karen Leadbetter, actor, singer and director, to find out about her life and loves in amateur theatre, and her experience of musicals. John will be going behind the scenes on the Crescent Theatre’s forthcoming production of Little Shop of Horrors, by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken and will be finding out why you really shouldn’t feed the plant……

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