18 Oct 2006

Something I’ve often noticed: how little actors talk about the art of acting. Rudi Shelley, the world’s greatest acting teacher, taught me a great technique. If you are in an... read more

16 Oct 2006

Something I’ve noticed a lot during the run of PROOF and after recent productions including COLLISION and THE RETURN: seeing the look of shock on people’s faces after the show.... read more

15 Oct 2006

What an extraordinary night. The last night of PROOF. Last nights are very rarely the best nights. In most cases, the actors tend to go a little awry with the... read more

10 Oct 2006

After two great performances in London, PROOF begins its final week in Birmingham. It has been a dream production in every way and I’m going to miss it. But before... read more

29 Sep 2006

Wow! I haven’t performed on The Old Rep’s stage for four years and I’d forgetten just how wonderful it was. Or perhaps four years in different theatres around the country... read more

24 Sep 2006

I’m very excited to be performing again at The Old Rep because it’s a space that works. There’s such a difference between performing somewhere that works and somewhere that doesn’t.... read more

23 Sep 2006

Against expectation, DADDY COOL proved everyone wrong on Thursday and delivered a very enjoyable show. DADDY COOL? It’s the new Boney M Musical and excepting the occasional sticky moment provided... read more

17 Sep 2006

In the week KENSUKE’S KINGDOM begins the second part of its tour, the production has been nominated for a TMA Award for Best Play for Children and Young People. And... read more

10 Sep 2006

I suppose companies often use blogs to promote themselves. But believe me, if I am disappointed with any of our work, this will be the place it will appear. I... read more

06 Sep 2006

PROOF is going to be good! It’s a remarkably well cast show that feels right throughout. Dad feels like Dad, sisters feel like sisters, lovers feel comfortable – it has... read more