Introducing (Brighton &) Hove Grown (Brighton &) Hove Grown is a new writing festival exclusively for Brighton & Hove writers and performers. I came up with the idea late last year, and following a whirlwind few months working with Sweet Venues, tickets...
December 2015 Last week I had a fantastic photoshoot with the wonderful David Myers Photography. David really knows his stuff, and was able to get the best out of me, giving me a good range of looks to choose from. There were dozens that I could have used, but here...
Anyone that has ever attempted to become a social entrepreneur will tell you that it's hard work. I've no idea if it's any more difficult than becoming any other type of entrepreneur because I've never tried that - my interest has always been in creating social value...
Between 6th and 10th August I had the pleasure of being in Edinburgh for EdFringe. Four of my reviews are up at Fringe Review, but here's a more brief lowdown on the other 16 shows that I saw! Thursday 6th August I travelled up on a nice early flight. Despite my...
I've been asked a few times recently how to get the most out of Facebook for professional networking, and specifically how to get the most out of Facebook groups. It's actually really simple. 1. Turn on group notifications Go to your selected group. Click on the...
Head over to the new ZLS Theatre website for full details. Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter too! Focussing on New Writing, Immersive Theatre, and Social Change, ZLS Theatre will use any surpluses from shows to deliver self-esteem and...
It's gone 2am and I travel back in nine hours. This is gonna be a quick one. Tamar Broadbent: All By My Selfie - Cowgatehead - 1.30pm Musical comedy with a beautiful voice. Charismatic personality. Material about social media, walk of shame, drinking games, some...
After a well-earned lie-in, I ventured out around 10.30am today. The plan was to wing it. The truth was I ended up planning my day as I went along. Here's how it went: Who Ya Gonna Call? - Laughing Horse @ Counting House - 1.30pm Performed by Superfan, this was a...
Hills. Lots of hills. Here are the steps I had to climb last night in the dark. Well, less than half of them, anyway... Anyway, shows... Little Shop of Horrors - Greenside @ Royal Terrace - 11.45am An enjoyable show. One of my favourite shows, and this was a good...
So, one 14-hour journey later and I'm in my room in Edinburgh. Ten minutes from all the action, self-contained (fridge, sink, kettle etc.), albeit with a shared kitchen and bathroom. For just £25 per night, I ain't complaining. Thank you, Air BnB! First impressions of...
Just a quick blog post to say that I have now selected the script that I will be working with later this year, and so submissions are now closed. I have responded to everyone who has submitted a script individually. A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to...
In preparation for next year's Brighton Fringe, I'm looking to put on a new comedy in November or December this year. I will take on the role of promoter/producer and will seek out appropriate director/cast/backstage/marketing etc. This will be a on a profit-share...