Dame Joan Stringer on Reopening Edinburgh’s King’s Theatre

Dame Joan Stringer on Reopening Edinburgh’s King’s Theatre

Will Quinn Aug 1, 2026 12 min read
From higher education to theatre chair, Dame Joan Stringer reflects on a decade of financial risk, engineering, and saving Edinburgh's King's Theatre.
Mel Hudson on solo stand-up, midlife, and Edinburgh Fringe

Mel Hudson on solo stand-up, midlife, and Edinburgh Fringe

Will Quinn Jul 30, 2026 5 min read
Mel Hudson discusses stepping away from double-act sketch comedy, midlife romance, and her debut solo hour at the Edinburgh Fringe.
Joel Bray: ‘I have a willingness to bare my soul’

Joel Bray: ‘I have a willingness to bare my soul’

Will Quinn Jul 29, 2026 6 min read
The Wiradjuri dancer and choreographer discusses vulnerability, using comedy against trauma, and bringing his solo show to the Fringe.
25 Years of The Gruffalo: Behind the Stage Adaptation

25 Years of The Gruffalo: Behind the Stage Adaptation

Will Quinn Jul 29, 2026 9 min read
As Tall Stories’ stage adaptation marks its 25th anniversary, the cast and company reflect on keeping Julia Donaldson’s monster fresh for new audiences.
Two Decades on the Edge: Why the Camden Fringe Prefers Pragmatism to Empire Building

Two Decades on the Edge: Why the Camden Fringe Prefers Pragmatism to Empire Building

Will Quinn Jul 29, 2026 8 min read
Why does the Camden Fringe prefer pragmatism to empire building? Co-founders Zena Barrie & Michelle Flower look back on 20 years of independent London theatre.