From the Quill of Sean Sable

at the York Theatre Royal“It’s our farm now.” This declaration of victory at the beginning of Animal Farm unravels into a brutal story of corruption and betrayal. George Orwell’s classic novella has been adapted for the stage countless times, but few versions have so...

at the Leeds PlayhouseAre you ready for the season finale of human existence? That’s the question The Intrusion playfully (and ominously) poses as it drags us into a dystopian world filled with humour, political satire, and existential dread. I absolutely loved this...

at the Grand Opera House York“Cool” is an elusive thing. It can’t be forced, and it certainly can’t be self-aware. This is the exact challenge in adapting a film like Cruel Intentions into a jukebox musical. How do you maintain its sharp, biting edge while bedazzling...

at the Leeds Playhouse“A story should have a beginning, a middle, and an end… but not necessarily in that order.”Jean-Luc Godard’s comment on post-modern narrative perfectly sum up the storytelling style of All Blood Runs Red. This one-man show, starring Morgan...

at the Grand Opera House YorkNot all guardian angels have halos—some have big hair, a Tennessee twang, and a wardrobe full of sequins. But does this Dolly Parton-inspired jukebox musical work its magic, or leave us disappointed? As a Dolly fan, I went in expecting a...

at the York Theatre RoyalHave you ever dreamed of taking a magic carpet ride filled with mischief, music, and that infectious panto magic? York Theatre Royal and Evolution Productions invite you to a whole new world with this year’s fantastic seasonal delight—Aladdin....

at the York Theatre RoyalIt is a truth universally acknowledged that few things provoke the ire of devoted Janeites more than a poorly executed adaptation of Pride & Prejudice. Fortunately for Isobel McArthur, writer and director of the smash hit Pride &...

at the Harrogate Theatre“In this life, you just gotta go on.” These words, uttered by Liz, one of Happy Jack’s protagonists, encapsulate the beating heart of John Godber’s two-hander play. Currently enjoying a regional revival tour in Yorkshire, Happy Jack transports...

 Unlock the secrets to captivating your readers from the very first sentence.The opening pages of a story are akin to a handshake—they set the tone, establish expectations, and determine whether readers will be eager to journey further into the narrative. However,...

at the Leeds GrandTrading on nostalgia can be a tightrope act. If a production isn’t faithful enough to the source material, expect a lot of vocal protesting from diehard fans. Stay too faithful, and risk boring the audience with a poorly adapted script that makes...