Working as a performer in the world of theatre, I know all too well how much goes on to create a finished show. Hours and hours of commitment, months of rehearsals and years of pre-planning are something you just accept is part of the process. So to turn up and watch a suberb show, with brilliant actors, wonderful choreography, fantastic songs and amazing sets and costumes - and then to be told it was all done in only EIGHT days, is nothing short of breathtaking. Vivo D’Arte return for a … [Read more...]
Review of Avenue Q at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre
In 1969 Sesame Street hit public television, it took the world by storm and for many years was the absolute king when anyone talked of puppetry. Jim Henson - one of the main contributors to Sesame Street - branched off and produced The Muppets, who (along with Sesame Street), reigned supreme as puppetry masters of the entertainment world. That was until 2003, when writers Jeff Marx and Bobby Lopez threw a spanner in the works. They created something the world needed (although it didn’t know it … [Read more...]
Aylesbury Waterside Theatre supports Sunflower Lanyard Scheme
As part of Aylesbury Waterside Theatre’s commitment to accessibility and theatre for all, the venue has announced their support of the Sunflower Lanyard scheme. Launching to coincide with Learning Disability Week Mon 17th to Sun 23rd June, the sunflower lanyards are an initiative enabling those with a hidden disability who may require additional help to be easily recognised and assisted as needed. Following a social media post in April highlighting the theatre’s relaxed performances as part … [Read more...]