By the final days of MITEM (Madách International Theatre Meeting) 2026 in Budapest, I had stopped trying to separate the performances neatly from one another. At first, they seemed to belong to different worlds: Shakespeare and Chekhov, family drama and political theatre, disability-inclusive performance, minority cultural memory, productions built from classical texts and others from

In this edition of Half-Hour, I am discussing show calling and how the role of the show caller might change depending on the type of production you are working on, and what considerations need to be made in certain scenarios, and what expectations to have going into these scenarios. I’ve been thinking about how to

In this preview episode of the StageLync Podcast, I sit down with theatre director and artistic leader Andy Packer to reflect on the 20-year journey of Slingsby Theatre Company. What began as a small ensemble touring schools in South Australia has grown into an internationally recognised company performing across multiple continents. Andy shares the thinking

In this upcoming episode of the StageLync podcast, I speak with Melbourne-based creative director, strategist, and facilitator Erica McCalman about the evolving reality of Australia’s performing arts sector. Our conversation moves far beyond production roles and festivals, diving into how artists are navigating unstable careers, shifting cultural identities, and the deeper question of what it

Following rave reviews at Park Theatre in March 2026, SH Productions and telling tales bring dynamic double bill, tell me straight and aggy to the King’s Head Theatre this autumn. Written by Paul Bradshaw (West 11, Southwark Playhouse; The Barn, Turbine Theatre), both plays offer a  candid portrayal of modern queer life in London, exploring

Corn Exchange Newbury have unveiled an exciting autumn season for their main venue and the  newly opened Old Library, packed with outstanding theatre, comedy, dance, live music, circus,  magic, family entertainment and creative participation. Marking the first live programme to span  both venues, the season celebrates a new chapter for arts and culture in Newbury,