Blog posts
Lucy Descourtier, a graduate of MA/MFA Advanced Theatre Practice, reflects on her experience studying on the course. She also talks with us about her current work as a freelance Director and her theatre company ANTS, which she co-founded while studying at Central.
Rianna Simons, is a playwright whose work White Girls Gang was recently shortlisted for the Yale Drama Series Prize, resulting in her attending the Substratum writer's residency in Italy. She talks with us about her inspiration for the play, her experience studying at Central, and her advice for aspiring playwrights.
Toby Olié is a puppetry director/designer and puppeteer, as well as an alumnus of Central. Find out more about his artistic development and his upcoming course at Central, 'Puppetry in Motion'.
We spoke with Patrick Bayele and Esther Foga who co-founded The Avieli Arthouse, which was named as one of the winners of Central's Enterprise Award 2022, and is a charity dedicated to promoting creative expression through innovative productions, workshops, and community outreach projects.
Simon Lyshon, an actor and theatre maker, who trained on Central's BA (Hons) Acting - Collaborative and Devised Theatre (CDT) course, talks to us about his role in Swamp Motel's latest immersive production, Saint Jude.
MA Advanced Theatre Practice graduate Mischa Jones talks with us about founding collaborative theatre company, Rocket Box, and producing their latest production, Gentle Things, an adaptation of the Greek myth of Cassandra. She also shares how her training at Central impacted her work and offers advice for aspiring theatre-makers.
We spoke with current Stage Management and Technical Theatre, BA student Kiara-Ann Atkinson, on behalf of the first year BA (Hons) Theatre Practice students involved in creating this year's Tableau.
Danny Romeo reflects on his time studying on Central's MA/MFA Advanced Theatre Practice course. He shares with us how the course allowed him to pursue his interest in immersive theatre, develop his collaborative skills, and shape his practice.