Sir Oswald Mosely is a curious figure in British history: a veteran of the Great War turned anti-war advocate. He was also a popular and charismatic speaker who met with such varied individuals as Adolf Hitler and Mahatma Gandhi, and, above all, did more to popularise fascism in the UK than perhaps any other figure.… Continue reading Draining the Swamp
Month: December 2024
Devoted & Disgruntled of Leeds
Improbable Theatre’s annual three-day event Devoted & Disgruntled, posing questions about theatre and the arts, will be at the Warehouse in Leeds 16–18 March. Now in its eighteenth year—though this is the first in-person event in five years due to COVID-19—D&D is aimed at “anyone who is passionate about the arts, from audiences to artists, CEOs… Continue reading Devoted & Disgruntled of Leeds
The Trials of Galileo
Galileo sits alone in a room recalling a trial that consigned him to life imprisonment. It is a story that illustrates the ruthless corruption of the Church hierarchy. Tim Hardy gives an eloquent, often witty performance as Galileo, ready to dismiss at least in words the nonsense thrown at him. Speaking of the Jesuits, he… Continue reading The Trials of Galileo
Julie’s one-woman show at Bolton and Newcastle
Stage and screen actress Julie Hesmondhalgh is to bring her intimate, autobiographical show to support the Octagon in Bolton and Live Theatre in Newcastle. Julie starred as Hayley Cropper in ITV’s Coronation Street for 16 years, as well as Happy Valley (BBC), Broadchurch (ITV), Doctor Who (BBC) and, most recently, ITV’s Mr Bates vs The Post Office. These I Love is described as, “a hymn… Continue reading Julie’s one-woman show at Bolton and Newcastle
Conversations We Never Had, as People We’ll Never Be
The break-up of two lovers can be a tortuous and painful experience. The memories of old love, and heartache can feel so keen that one could wish it away, along with all the memories. That’s just what’s happened with Gina and Frankie, after a bitter and acrimonious parting. Gina has found a strange pill online… Continue reading Conversations We Never Had, as People We’ll Never Be