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The secret power of origin stories and why we crave them

The secret power of origin stories and why we crave them

by Giles Broadbent | Mar 18, 2025 | Story

Origin stories strip heroes back to their raw selves, adding peril, depth, and insight into how they became the legends we know. Why do we love them so much?

Review – Havisham, the haunted origin story of an icon

Review – Havisham, the haunted origin story of an icon

by Giles Broadbent | Mar 16, 2025 | Stage

Heather Alexander’s solo play reimagines Miss Havisham’s past, crafting a chilling yet sympathetic take on Dickens’ heartbroken manipulator.

Review – The Habits, a magical tale of grief and friendship

Review – The Habits, a magical tale of grief and friendship

by Giles Broadbent | Mar 14, 2025 | Stage

The Habits is a five-star tale of friendship, grief, and D&D. As fantasy and reality blur, a game becomes a lifeline in this funny, moving must-see play.

Review – Punk Off! A riotous nostalgic blast

Review – Punk Off! A riotous nostalgic blast

by Giles Broadbent | Mar 12, 2025 | Stage

Punk’s raw energy returns! A live band, raucous anthems & wild nostalgia unite aging punks for a night of rebellious joy at the Dominion Theatre.

5 game-changing ways method acting can teach you about writing

5 game-changing ways method acting can teach you about writing

by Giles Broadbent | Mar 3, 2025 | Techniques

Discover how Eimear McBride’s method acting training transformed her writing – and how you can use her techniques to create more authentic stories.

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