Joshua McTaggart will step down as artistic director of The Bunker Theatre in September 2018. David Ralf will continue to lead the London off West End theatre in his new role as executive director.
‘It is one of the best things I have ever done’: Amy Bethan Evans chats about her play Libby’s Eyes
Love London Love Culture’s Editor Emma Clarendon spoke to Amy Bethan Evans about her play Libby’s Eyes, playing as part of the Breaking Out season at the Bunker Theatre.
‘Such a refreshing concept’: KISS CHASE – Bunker Theatre ★★★★
The songs which open and close the show (explaining the night and the rules) are simple and funny, the cast is strong and believable, and the two presenters create a comfortable atmosphere for everyone in the room.
‘Sharp & funny piece examining ableism’: Libby’s Eyes – Bunker Theatre
The first of six productions in the Bunker Theatre’s inaugural Breaking Out season is Amy Bethan Evans’ play Libby’s Eyes. Inspired by her own experience with the PIP system, the play explores our varying definitions of the word ‘functioning’ and how it affects the way we live our lives.
‘Interesting & thought-provoking show’: NO ONE IS COMING TO SAVE YOU – Bunker Theatre
What it lacks in terms of plot, it more than makes up for in its portrayal of the general mood in a world where it often feels things will never get better. An interesting and thought-provoking show for the millennial generation.
‘An important & timely piece of theatre’: SECTION 2 – Bunker Theatre
Section 2 is an important and timely piece of theatre, raising awareness of the far-reaching impact of mental illness, and sectioning in particular. More than that though, it’s a play about friendship and human relationships.
‘It’s a diverse, body-positive rom-com about love in the gay community’: writer Leoe Mercer on new musical Guy at the Bunker Theatre
Leoe & Hyde, a musical theatre duo from Manchester, are preparing for the world premiere of their latest show GUY, a new gay rom-com about the hook-ups and downs of 21st-century dating at The Bunker Theatre as part of the Breaking Out season.
‘We put real people and stories at the heart of our work’: Second Circle Theatre’s Hannah Samuels on latest show Kiss Chase
Second Circle Theatre’s artistic director Hannah Samuels talks about bringing their second show, Kiss Chase, to the Bunker Theatre as part of the Breaking Out season.
‘It holds a mirror up to society’: Paper Creatures Theatre brings Section 2 to the Bunker Theatre
In a week’s time, Paper Creatures Theatre will take to the stage as part of The Bunker’s latest venture: Breaking Out with Peter Imms’ Section 2.
‘We’re very interested in how bodies can shape society’s view of an individual’: Interview with Nine Foot Nine’s director Helena Jackson
What would happen if almost every self-identifying woman in the world grew to nine foot tall? Sleepless Theatre Company explores this intriguing concept in Alex Wood’s Nine Foot Nine at the Bunker Theatre, directed by Helena Jackson.
What’s Debbie looking forward to in June 2018?
As ever, if you’re insatiable for new theatre, there are plenty of openings for you. In London, Space Dogs plays a short run at Theatre N16, Laura Linney makes her London stage debut in My Name Is Lucy Barton at the Bridge Theatre.
‘I wanted to write the kind of visually impaired character I want to see – if you’ll excuse the pun’: Interview with Libby’s Eyes writer Amy Bethan Evans
Created by visually impaired writer Amy Bethan Evans, and starring two visually impaired actors, Libby’s Eyes is a play about disability, the benefits system and sight loss.
INTERVIEW: No One Is Coming to Save You writer Nathan Ellis
Kicking off on 11 June 2018, Breaking Out is a festival of world premiere shows by emerging theatre companies. One of those shows is Nathan Ellis’ No One Is Coming to Save You from This Noise, a new theatre company that tries to find contemporary languages for political action.
INTERVIEW: Section 2’s Alex Da Silva & Esmé Patey-Ford
It’s now just under a month to go until the Breaking Out season begins at The Bunker Theatre, so I took the opportunity to chat to Alex Da Silva (Kay) and Esmé Patey-Ford (Rachel) who will be appearing in Paper Creatures’ Section 2.
INTERVIEW: Playwright Peter Imms discusses new play Section 2 at the Bunker Theatre
Section 2 is a new play by London-based playwright Peter Imms which addresses the sensitive subject of mental health. It’s been developed in collaboration with emerging theatre company Paper Creatures.
‘Everyone’s going through something’: Interview with Paper Creatures about new play Section 2
“You worry (especially with fringe theatre): are you going to put bums on seats? Is it going to be able to portray the message you want? Will the audience get much out of it?”
NEWS: Six shows selected for The Bunker’s new Breaking Out initiative
The Bunker’s Summer 2018 season celebrates exciting work from both emerging and established companies. A highlight of this season is Breaking Out – a new initiative introduced by Artistic Director Joshua McTaggart – which champions the most ambitious and innovative theatre companies who are embarking on their theatrical journey.