Features
Our features are often a chance for us to talk about those aspects of theatre that we may not cover in the reviews or interviews.
Many of our features are one-off articles, maybe about an event we’ve been to, or something that is happening. But we also have plans for feature series, so watch this space.
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Quiet at the back, please!
From that sweet packet rustling in your ear, to the audible conversation a few rows back; at what point does inconsiderate behaviour progress from being slightly annoying to being so disruptive that it ruins a performance and, asks Lily Middleton,…
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In the know?
Eva de Valk asks whether too much knowledge can be a dangerous thing on a trip to the theatre.
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Pubs: the coalface of British theatre?
Both history and experience demonstrate the natural affinity between booze and drama. Clare Annamalai hails the humble pub theatre, and looks forward to a time when the regions have their share.
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What even is immersive theatre?
To 'dip', 'plunge', 'absorb and involve deeply'. We can safely assume that a show describing itself as 'immersive' will involve some degree of participation. But will it be a gentle dip or a proper dunking? Marni Appleton asks what audiences…
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Shakespeare Shuffle: carving up Macbeth
'Five acts. Five approaches. One thrilling play shown five different ways.’, says the blurb for Shakespeare Shuffle. Clare Annamalai went to meet some of the people behind this innovative show.
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Jefferson’s Garden to premier in Watford – Sponsored
The first rehearsal images were released this week for Jefferson’s Garden, a brand new play from the internationally acclaimed playwright and author of the award-winning Our Country’s Good, Timberlake Wertenbaker.
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Lest we forget
Last year's WWI centenary inspired many offerings on stage. Eva de Valk considers the role of theatre in commemorating conflict.
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Children’s Theatre: innovation and change
For many people, children’s theatre means Christmas pantomimes. But today’s shows for children are exciting, challenging and innovative. Helen Dalton looks at how children’s theatre is growing up.
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Funding Our Theatres – Sponsored
As the National Lottery celebrates 20 years of funding Good Causes, we take a look at how the arts have benefited from their generosity.
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Insider Information: London’s West End – Sponsored
How is a visitor to London supposed to know where to start? Here are some of the slightly less obvious do’s and don’ts that should help you make the most from your time in London's theatreland.