To coincide with Howard Davies’ production of Sean O'Casey’s The Silver Tassie, I produced this short film looking at the playwright’s relationship with the Abbey Theatre which came to an abrupt end with this play.
Playwright Carl Miller and children’s authors Philip Pullman and Michael Rosen reflect on Erich Kästner and the historical context in which Emil and the Detectives was created and published, in the midst of great cultural and political change in Germany.
Here are four short films created as part of a filmmaking competition I set-up, a collaboration between National Theatre and IdeasTap. Each team saw the show, took part in a story workshop and were assigned a professional filmmaker to support them and, I hope you’ll agree, the results are very different and fascinating.
Here’s the full playlist of National Histories event, a series of conversations with key people from the National Theatre’s 50 years reflecting on their experiences. A personal favourite is Jim Carter and Imelda Staunton, who first met at the National in 1982 whilst working on Guys and Dolls.
FELIZ DÍA DEL TEATRO! Con my sister @ellaesmodelo y mi Antonio. #felizdiadelteatro #diadelteatro #theatre #teatro #sister #freakshow #lefreak #pregon #chipiona #lavidaespuroteatro #actores #showman #performer #singer #contratenor #art #artecontemporaneo #artcontemporain #antoniorueda (en Bar El Chusco y sala de exposiciones “Espacio Vacío”) https://www.instagram.com/p/CbphXcuDgnq/?utm_medium=tumblr
If I were not myself, but the brightest, handsomest, best man on earth, and if I were free- I would get down on my knees this minute and ask you for your hand and for your love. ☄️ #NatashaPierre #GreatComet #1812 #Pierre #Natasha #Oak #Denee #Broadway #Theatre #NewYork (at The Great Comet)
Home to the 3rd largest population in Japan, Osaka is situated on the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay in one of the southern regions of the main island Honshu
The spoken dialect is Osaka-ben a form or Kansai-ben. Differing slightly to the Japanese taught in foreign school in slight ways; i.e. the suffix –hen is used in place of –nai for negative verbs, aho is used instead of baka, just to name a couple.
Osaka is a place full of life, culture and food. Many tourists are drawn to its unique atmosphere and tantalizing sights every year. Much like Tokyo, there is never a dull moment and the night life is almost as busy as the day life. The people are commonly known to be a lot easier going and friendly as opposed to other big cities – but this is subject to opinion.
The big city has also been known to be somewhat cheaper and packs a fine quality of shopping, food and sites to see.
Some popular attractions:
Dontonbori– This is one of the most iconic areas within Osaka, loved my locals and flocked to by tourists. Dontonbori features great shopping, food – both street and restaurants, theatres, nightclubs, and much more. It is also featured in numerous J-Dramas, Documentaries and Movies as it is most identifiable to Osaka.
Tempozan Ferris Wheel – Situated at the mouth of Osaka Bay, the structure stands at 112.5 meters high and has 68 passenger carts with the ability to carry 480 people at one time. Tampozan Ferris Wheel allows its riders a panoramic view of the sea, mountains and the entire great city. Night time also provides a more romantic atmosphere as the city illuminates which has seen it become a popular date spot. The youth of Japan also ‘believe’ if a couple kiss at the top of a ferris wheel that they well have a lasting relationship – also featured in a lot of Shoujo Managa.
National Bunraku Theater – The headquarters of Japans Bunraku (or Puppet Theater) was founded in 1984 and was the fourth National Theatre of the country. It was opened with the intention to preserve, develop and pass on the traditional art form of the Kyoto-Osaka area (or Kamigata). Though they used modern technologies in their performances and functions, it is done in such a way to enhance the traditional atmosphere and characteristics of Bunraku. People have described it as “AMAZING”, “Thoroghly enjoyable even knowing no Japanese” and “Traditional arts persist for a reason”. (Source: http://www.tripadvisor.com.au/Attraction_Review-g298566-d320981-Reviews-National_Bunraku_Theater-Osaka_Osaka_Prefecture_Kinki.html#REVIEWS)
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan – Especially popular in the Spring, this aquarium is a must see. Letting one explore the different levels of sea life through visual and interactive displays, one is sure to be impressed by its variety and if nothing other the 5000 tone take containing the oceans largest, the whale shark. Don’t be fooled though, not only does it contain a wide variety of fish but the Osaka Aquarium also holds the likes of otters, penguins, seals, dolphins and more.
Mrs. Iris Mary Wallis - The Reading Standard - Friday 30th August 1940
Mrs. Iris Mary Wallis – The Reading Standard – Friday 30th August 1940
LOCAL WILLS
Mrs. Iris Mary Wallis, of Haley Green Farm, Warfield, and formerly of Ashill House, Ilminster, Somerset, who died on May 25 last, wife of Gerald Pearson Wallis, left £34,508 13s. 6d with net personality £34.380 1s. 7d. Probate has been granted to her husband and her daughter, Mrs. Daphne Olive Cely-Trevillan of Midelney Manor, Drayton, Taunton. She left her jewellery, etc., to her…
Gabrielle Ray - The Palladium - Pall Mall Gazette - Tuesday 20th September 1921
Gabrielle Ray – The Palladium – Pall Mall Gazette – Tuesday 20th September 1921
THE PALLADIUM.
There may have been as good shows at the Palladium as that presented this week, but there has certainly never been a better, and loosely used phrase, “a galaxy of stars,” is in this case justified. There remain in the bill from last week Miss Gabrielle Ray, in her charming act: Miss, Madeline Collins, whose beautiful voice and fine singing are a sheer delight; and Miss Maidie…
Gabrielle Ray - St. Pancras Gazette - Friday 16th September 1921
Gabrielle Ray – St. Pancras Gazette – Friday 16th September 1921
Lee White and her husband, Clay Smith are to appear at the Palladium on Monday; the programme also including the Bros. Arnaut; George Bass; Little Tich; Gabrielle Ray, with her delightful act; Maidie Scott, with Eve’s Progress; Jay Laurier; Mimi; and Dippy Dears.
Gabrielle Ray - The Daily Mirror - Friday 29th September 1911
Gabrielle Ray – The Daily Mirror – Friday 29th September 1911
FOR THE FRENCH SUFFERERS.
Remarkable Support for Madame Rejane’s Liberte Matinee at the Hippodrome.
The list of artists who have expressed their intention of helping Mme. Rejane at the Hippodrome matinee increases hourly. The following was the complete list at a late hour last night:- Sir Herbert Tree, Joseph Coyne, Charles Hawtrey, Auguste Van Biene, Cyril Maude, Marie Tempest, Sir John…
