Katy Dash and Michael Smith from PaddleBoat Theatre Company talk about their unique approach to making theatre for (and with) children. Their two shows, According to Arthur, and A Little Man’s Holiday played Brighton Fringe and the company is bound for Edinburgh fringe 2015. Listen to our interview with Katy Dash and Michael Smith from…
Category: Brighton Fringe 2015
Paul Levy talks to Next Generation Youth Theatre about The Butterfly Catcher
Paul Levy talked to two members of Next Generation Youth Theatre, Shelby Hannon and Olivia Harvey, about The Butterfly Catcher, a youth theatre production, which is ” a high school love story, capturing the feelings and thoughts of young people as they collectively voice their concerns about the pressures placed on them in education.” Listen to our…
Paul Levy talks to Ian Harvey Stone about The Devil Without
The Devil Without fuses the Faust legend with mentalism. “Faust re-imagined. For 500 years, Faust has stayed one step ahead, but the Devil takes any chance to try again & Faust must hide. Despite not opening the door for one bare hour…all too soon – The Devil Without begins to manifest within. A terrifying struggle…
Paul Levy talks to Richard Purnell about Bathtime
It’s bath time is afoot! Writer and performer, Richard Purnell talks about dark comedy and his fringe show, Bathtime. Listen to our interview with Richard Purnell about Bathtime
Paul Levy talks to Simon Plotkin about Off the Cuff TV
Off the Cuff having been delighting audience in Brighton with their impro shows for years. Off the Cuff TV takes audience ideas and turns them into comedy gold. We chatted to performer Simon Plotkin about how this acclaimed troupe work. Listen to our interview with Simon Plotkin about Off the Cuff TV
Paul Levy talks to Mickey Wynne
Mickey Wynne is a musician who has played gigs and been in the studio with the best of them. His own new album, Running on Empty, may well feature in an impromptu gig outside the Brighton Spiegeltent Bosco on Sunday 24th May 2015 at 5pm. Paul Levy chatted to Mickey about his music and the…
Paul Levy talks to Philip Hutchinson about Mr Merrick, The Elephant Man
Paul Levy talks to Philip Hutchinson about Mr Merrick, The Elephant Man, the new show from Lucky Dog who also bring their hit show Hats off to Laurel and Hardy to the Fringe. Listen to our interview with Philip Hutchinson about Mr Merrick The Elephant Man
Paul Levy talks to the Hiccup Project about May-We-Go-Round?
The Hiccup Project creative very physical comedy. Here performers Cristina Mackerron and Francesca Dillon-Reams chat to Paul Levy about their Brighton Fringe show at Emporium, May-We-Go-Round? Listento our interview with the Hiccup Project about May We Go Round
Paul Levy talks to Rosa Robson and Matilda Wnek about Beard
“BEARD bring their special kind of bizarre and joyful comedy to Brighton for the first time.” Paul Levy chats to the comedy duo Rosa Robson and Matilda Wnek about the Footlights, and how they create comedy that makes so many people laugh. Listen to our interview with Rosa Robson and Matilda Wnek about Beard
Paul Levy talks to Bob from Bob and Jim about Bob and Jim: The Lot
Bob and Jim and giving us the lot. What Next? Bob, from comedy duo, Bob and Jim, reveals … the lot. Listen to our interview with Bob from Bob and Jim
Paul Levy talks to Kattreya Scheurer-Smith about Alana
Billed as “A modern fairy story with a twist. Set amidst the music industry, recording artist Alana suddenly finds herself alone after the death of her father. But things soon change when two new women enter her life. An all-female cast star in this fast-moving new play with live music.” Paul Levy talks to Kattreya…
Paul Levy finds out about Crackers Strikes Again
Whizz Bang Pop Productions do parties and they also do theatre. Here the cast, in costume, talk about their interactive children’s show, Crackers Strikes Again. Listen to our interview with Crackers Strikes Again
Paul Levy talks to Squall and Frenzy about Thirst of the Salt Mountain
Brighton’s own experimental theatre ensemble, Squall and Frenzy, present a brand new translation of award-winning Romanian playwright Marin Sorescu’s pioneering surrealist work, ‘Thirst Of The Salt Mountain‘. We spoke to members of the company, Ada Dodds, Conor Baum and Isabel Sensier about these three short plays, translating and transposing a Romanian writer, and bringing the…
Paul Levy talks to Michael James Parker about Poets Versus MCs
Verses Versus Verses: Brighton v London Poets v MCs and BITE2015: Brighton Youth Poets v MCs + Brighton v Oxford are the passionate territory of Michael James Parker and Adventure Poetry. Here Mike reveals the magic of the ‘slam’ and shares his passion further. Listen to our interview with Michael James Parker about Poets vs MCs
Paul Levy talks with Gemma Arrowsmith about Everything That’s Wrong with the Universe
Gemma Arrowsmith shares her theatre-making thoughts about Everything That’s Wrong with the Universe, an acclaimed comedy show that “presents sketches and characters exploring the very worst humanity has to offer “. She even reveals what’s right with the universe! Listen to our interview with Gemma Arrowsmith about Everything That’s Wrong with the Universe
Paul Levy talks to Guy Wah about Daylight Robbery
Local theatre maker, Guy Wah from ZLS Theatre, talks about his site-specific comedy thriller about Daylight Robbery. Listen to our interview with Guy Wah about Daylight Robbery
Paul Levy talks to Simon Lovat about Dead Happy
Yama Theatre Productions presents Dead Happy at your house! Simon Lovat’s 2013 hit one-man show returns to Brighton! “Experience the world of funeral directing in all its bizarre humour and pathos when Francis Putlock visits your home for an unforgettable consultation”. Simon tells Paul levy how to show was born and how he brings it to your…
Paul Levy talks to Matt Rudkin about The Room in the Elephant
Inconvenient Spoof are regular hits at the Fringe. Creative powerhouse, Matt Rudkin chats about their new show The Room in the Elephant and shares fascinating insights into how they create their unique theatre work. Listen to our interview with Matt Rudkin about The Room in the Elephant
Paul levy talks to Josh Gardner about The Free Meditation Class
Theatre Moyenne, whose All About George, was a hit at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2014, presents the Free Meditation Class at The Basement. Josh Gardner – the writer and performer, talks to Paul Levy about this very different production. Listen to our interview with Josh Gardner about The Free Meditation Class
Paul Levy talks to Craig Jordan Baker about The Tale of Tommy O’Quire
Writer Craig Jordan Baker talks about rapskallions, fables and the creation of The Tale of Tommy O’Quire, in which “…storytelling, poetry and vivid artwork combine to tell a new tale in old ways.” Listen to our interview with Craig Jordan Baker about The Tale of Tommy O’Quire
Paul Levy talks to Chris Lynch about Macbeth
A bloody and faithful rendition of the ‘Scottish Play’ comes to the Rialto and, in this interview, director Chris Lynch (from C & D Productions), takes us into the rehearsal room of Macbeth. Listen to our interview with Chris Lynch about Macbeth
FringeReview talks to Drum Tribe
Drum Tribe, from South Africa, bring the sounds of Africa to the Fringe. We found out more in this interview with them on the day of their arrival in Brighton. Listen to our interview with Drum Tribe
Paul Levy talks to Neil Gore about United We Stand: The Story of the Shrewsbury 24
United We Stand: The Story of the Shrewsbury 24 is billed as “A hardhitting, powerful, entertaining drama about the 1972 National Builders’ Strike and the trial of the Shrewsbury Pickets.”. Six months into its run it arrives at the Old Courtroom Brighton. Writer and performer Neil Gore, from Townsend Productions, talks about the play in…
Paul Levy talks to Lucy Hopkins about Le Foulard
Lucy Hopkins’ Le Foulard received an outstanding review from Fringe Review back in 2012 in Prague. We finally managed to catch up with her. Is she an artist or an entertainer? Find out… Listen to our interview with Lucy Hopkins about Le Foulard
Paul Levy talks to Dan Lees about Brainchild
Dan Lees chats to Paul levy about his award-winning comedy show, Brainchild, about clown and comedy and why he doesn’t work in an office. Listen to our interview with Dan Lees about Brainchild
Paul Levy talks to Dr David Bramwell about The Odditorium
Founder and host at the legendary Catalyst Club, Dr David Bramwell has his doctorate investigated by Paul Levy. He also talks about The Odditorium and the true nature of “odd”. Listen to our interview with Dr David Bramwell about The Odditorium
Paul Levy talks to Jesse Du Pre about Hideout
“The 1920s. The gods of ancient Greece spend their nights in Aphrodites’ boudoir, looking for entertainment by playing with the lives of mortals. Have they bitten off more than they can chew as they meddle with a headstrong Ariadne, a courageous Theseus and a Minotaur that needs defeating?” Jesse Du Pre talks to Paul Levy…
Paul Levy talks to Charles Adrian about Stories About Love, Death & A Rabbit
Stories About Love, Death & A Rabbit at Marlborough Theatre is “an award-winning solo character piece that uses heart-breaking comedy storytelling to evoke the life of librarian Ms Samantha Mann, giving an intricately crafted English twist to a European clowning tradition.” Paul Levy talked to performer Charles Adrian about the show. Listen to our interview with…
Paul Levy talks to Andres Tuells about Guruguru
Andres Tuells is a bouffant clown. Here he talks about how he uses this clown style in his new Fringe show, Guruguru. Listen to our interview with Andres Tuells about Guruguru
Paul Levy talks to James Mannion about The Reincarnation of Trim Tab Jim
The Reincarnation of Trim Tab Jim is a rock opera set in Death’s Waiting Room.. Here, James Mannion shares the story of how the show came into being. Listen to our interview with James Mannion about The Reincarnation of Trim Tab Jim
An Update from Mill Goble from the Dukebox Theatre: Creating new fringe spaces
The Dukebox Theatre is growing! First stop, St Andre’s Church. Mill Goble, the venue creator and director, updates us and shares her vision for the future of this now highly regarded fringe venue. Listen to our interview with Mill Goble from The Dukebox Theatre
Paul Levy talks to Lulu Baker about Lamb Comedy
Lamb Comedy is a new kid on the block on Brighton’s comedy scene. In this interview, Lulu Baker shares the ethos and hopes of this exciting new comedy venue and project. Listen to our interview with Lulu Baker about Lamb Comedy
Paul levy talks to Simon Waterfield about The Kilted Tommy
The Kilted Tommy is “the personal story of an ordinary Englishman, a Lancashire lad who went to war with a swing in his step. He was a volunteer posted to a Scottish Regiment, the Seaforth Highlanders, becoming one of many Englishmen who fought in kilts for their country.” Writer and performer, Simon Waterfield tells us…
Paul Levy talks with Imogen Di Sapia about The Mermaid’s Tale
Downstairs at the Little Beach Boutique plays host to The Mermaid’s Tale, plays host to Bright Moon Theatre‘s “a selection of watery stories and shanties of the sea; featuring a beautiful mermaid, treasure, lots of fish and a majestic wooden ship!”. Paul Levy hears from Imogen Di Sapia about her love of stories and how the…
Paul Levy talks with Jane Elizabeth Callan and Helen Pepper-Smith about Charm el Sheikh & Small World
Two new plays from Jump Through Hoops Theatre build on previous Fringe success. In this interview writer and performer, Jane Elizabeth Callan and Helen Pepper-Smith, talk about Charm el Sheikh & Small World. Listen to our interview with Jane Elizabeth Callan and Helen Pepper-Smith
Paul Levy talks to Heather Urquhart from The Maydays
The Maydays are back with their new “Fringe Show“. Heather Urquhart talks improv and how she ensures she keeps improvising the way she improvises. Heather is always pushing the boundaries, but how do you actually achieve that? Listen to our interview with Heather Urquhart from The Maydays
Paul Levy talks to Jules Craig about Edith, Elizabeth and I
Jules Craig looks a lot like Edith Sitwell. But this is no mere impersonation. Painstakingly research, Edith, Elizabeth and I is a self-referencing play about Juliet, who “attempts to put on a play about her heroines, Edith Sitwell and Elizabeth I, but discovers that telling the tales of others has its pitfalls, particularly when the subjects…
Paul Levy talks to Ross Gurney-Randall about An Audience with Henry VIII
It was only a matter of time before Ross Gurney-Randall played Henry VIII. In his new “An Audience with…” show, we have more than a straight-laced portrayal. In this interview Ross talks about stepping into the shoes of this iconic Royal, Listen to our interview with Ross Gurney-Randall about An Audience with Henry VIII
Paul Levy talks to Rowan Scarborough and Frank Simms about Troublesome People
In this interview with producer and performer, Rowan Scarborough and director, Frank Simms, we hear about Troublesome People, one of those rare plays about pacifism, which examines the Second World War through the lens of Jewish Refugees and Conscientious Objectors on the Isle of Man. Listen to our interview with Rowan Scarborough and Frank Simms about Troublesome…
Paul Levy talks to Josie Melia and Julie Everton about The Bombing of the Grand Hotel
Writers Julie Everton and Josie Melia have written a new play, The Bombing of the Grand Hotel, that “tells the story of the astonishing relationship between Pat Magee, who planted the bomb, and Jo Berry, whose father was killed in the blast.” They’ve spoken to those directly involved and their thorough research is the foundation of this…
Paul Levy talks to Tom Dussek about Beowulf
Beowulf was a big hit at the Fringe in 2014 for Barely Human Puppets/Atomic Force. They are back and we talk to the show’s narrator Tom Dussek about bringing a Viking myth to life with puppetry, poetry, story and theatre. Listen to our interview with Tom Dussek about Beowulf
Paul Levy talks to Erica Blaxland-de Lang about The Tale of the Pig
Pericles Theatre Company and Atelier have uniquely collaborated to bring this piece of story theatre – The Tale of the Pig – to the stage. Music is a big part of it, community lies at its heart, and Erica Blaxland-de Lang talks passionately about the piece, with some input from her team! Listen to our…
Paul Levy talks to Abi Hynes and Laura Danielle about 7 Veils: An Evening with Mata Hari
7 Veils: An Evening with Mata Hari is written by Abi Hynes and solo performed by Laura Danielle (from Faro Productions). Here they talk to Paul Levy about this iconic figure and bringing her to the stage. Listen to our interview with Abi Hynes and Laura Danielle about 7 Veils An Evening with Mata Hari
Paul Levy talks to Nick Driftwood about The Art & Tech of Film & Photography
The Art & Tech of Film & Photography is a minifest of talks at the Brighton Spiegeltent during the Brighton Fringe (Bank Holiday Monday from 2pm till 5pm) Nick Driftwood enthuses about the line up, talks about the development of film and photography and even tells us how to hack a camera.. LIsten to our…
The Brighton Spiegeltent – Paul Levy Chats On Site to Adrian Bristow
On site at the Old Steine, producer and venue creator Adrian Bristow tells Paul Levy what he loves about Spiegeltents and Boscos, and shares some highlights from this year’s Fringe programme at the Brighton Spiegletent. Listen to our interview with Adrian Bristow from Brighton Spiegeltent
Paul Levy talks to Alison Pollard-Mansergh about The Wedding Reception
The Wedding Reception is a brand new show from Interactive Theatre International, the company who has been bringing the world (with nine casts going strong), Faulty Towers The Dining Experience for the last eighteen years. Here director Alison Pollard-Mansergh tells us all about creating dinner theatre. Listen to our Interview with Alison Pollard Mansergh
Paul Levy talks to Thomas Gorham from Head First Acrobats about Elixir
Head First Acrobats bring their show, Elixir, to the Brighton Fringe, playing the Brighton Spiegeltent’s Bosco. Described as “A unique mix of mayhem where handsome boys and incredible circus tricks meet with impeccable comic timing to make you laugh and smile”, Elixir is a piece of narrative circus in which “Three acrobatic and enthusiastic scientists…
Paul Levy talks to Paul Zenon about “Linking Rings”
It all began in Blackpool for Paul Zenon, magician. It all bean with a set of linking rings. “Not a magic show, but magical nonetheless.” Paul Zenon offers at this year’s Fringe “an affectionate look at a misspent youth and unsung heroes; a touching true story of interlocking lives.” Paul shares his thoughts on magic,…
Paul Levy talks to James Weisz from Emporium Brighton
James Weisz is either insane or a brave genius. He is successfully piloting an arts venue through its first years and has helped (with his team) to create a vibrant cafe and theatre in Brighton’s up and coming London Road area. Here he chats about staying true to his theatre roots and sustaining and growing Emporium…
Paul Levy talks to the director and some of the cast of What the Butler Saw at Emporium Brighton
This was a real treat for yours truly. Joe Orton‘s darkly comic farce, What the Butler Saw comes to Emporium Brighton (produced by talking Scarlet) and I (Paul Levy) get to talk to the director and two cast members! Patric Kearns directs Brian Capron (as Dr Prentice) and Melissa Clements (who plays Geraldine Barclay) in…
Paul Levy talks to Maria McAteer about My Friend Lester
Maria McAteer plays opposite Björn Dahlberg in My Friend Lester, a show in the Brighton Fringe that tells the story of the “musical romance of Billie Holiday and Lester Young”. Maria talks about how the show has developed since it became a sell out hit at the previous two Fringes. As a writer and performer, Maria…
Paul Levy talks to Chris Cresswell about Lost in Transit
Lost in Transit is back at the Brighton Spiegeltent “with a new twist.” A sell out hit in 2014, creator and director Chris Cresswell gives us an update and shares insights into the creation of a unique piece of cabaret theatre that includes circus and clown. Listen to our interview with Chris Cresswell
Paul Levy talks to Joshua Crisp from Bard and Troubaduor: Making Theatre for Children
If Puss in Boots came to Brighton, Joshua Crisp from Bard and Troubadour thinks the wily cat might get into a few adventures and a scrape or two. In this interview, Joshua talks about how his company (comprising he, the bard, and she, Amy Sutton – the Troubadour), makes…
A Clockwork Orange in Your Home
Actor, Shirley Jaffe, hosted scenes from the film A Clockwork Orange in her home. I’m serious. Here she chats to Paul Levy about an important talk about the film at The Old Courtroom as well as a site-specific show in the Fringe that is back by popular…
Tony Jaffe – Back at the Old Courtroom
Tony Jaffe always brings variety to the Fringe. And with a mix of theatre, film, solo shows, music and talks, there’s no disappointing us this year at the Fringe. here Tony chats to Paul Levy about his tea, his vision for The Old Courtroom, and his programme this year. Liste to our…
Paul Levy talks to Nicola Haydn
Nicola Haydn and her team have boldly piloted legendary Brighton theatre venue, Upstairs at Three and Ten to the equally renowned Basement. I met Nicola at the Brighton Fringe press launch and she shared her usual passion for theatre and a few updates for the Warren at this…
Paul Levy talks to Julian Caddy
In our catch up interview with Brighton Fringe’s managing director, Julian Caddy, we thought we’d do something different this year. We asked Julian to take us on a tour of Fringes around the world. Each Fringe has its own uniqueness, yet there is also common ground. Where should you take…