There’s a neat symmetry to the life of Brass the Musical thus far. Originally commissioned by the National Youth Music Theatre to commemorate the centenary of the outbreak of the First World War, its professional London premiere now marks the Armistice Centenary.
What were our Top 25 reviews & other blogs in October 2016?
What were the most popular contributions from our 20+ syndicate Mates bloggers from the month just closed. What were the reviews and other blogs that got readers clicking most? Our Top 25 Mates Blogs from October 2016 includes gaggles of reviews for our most read-about shows. Any surprises?
Celebrating Arnold Wesker at the Royal Court
Yesterday, I was extremely glad to attend the Wesker Celebration, which was organised by playwright David Edgar, professor Pamela Howard and publicist Anne Mayer, at the Royal Court.
BRASS – Hackney Empire
Two years after its premiere in Leeds, the National Youth Music Theatre’s production of Brass arrives at the capital’s Hackney Empire. And yet again, under the aegis of this remarkable organisation, the quality of acting, song and music is magnificent.