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When I went to see a live performance of Mark Stratford's one-man-play 'Macready' at the Brockley Jack Theatre, I was highly entertained and learnt a thing or two so decided to have him as a guest on the podast.
Mark speaks with us about the historic figure at the centre of his play, as well as delivering a fascinating journey down theatrical history. We also discuss the trials and triumphs of being a one-man researcher, writer, producer, actorDon't miss the top tips on how to plan your own tour for anyone interested in writing, producing, and touring your own one-person show.
A BIT OF BACKGROUND
Charles Macready was born in 1793. When his theatre-manager father went into bankruptcy and was thrown into debtor's prison, Macready entered theatre life in an attempt to salvage the family business. He went on to become a highly influential figure whose work helped to forge many facets of modern theatre which we often take for granted today. For example, he encouraged the proper design of costume and theatre sets to align with the playwright's intent; dedicated time as a director to the rehearsal of all roles even fairly minor ones which in the past had been overlooked; and made significant headway in distancing the profession from the hitherto unchallenged presence of brothels in most theatres. Macready also went on to be a close friend of Charles Dickens and is the true individual who inspired Dickens's 'Nicholas Nickleby'.
Mark Stratford is simultaneously touring his rendition of 'The Strange case of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. D Hyde' through fringe theatres and hopes to soon develop a play which his wife, a fellow actress, can tour with him.
TO LEARN MORE:
Find Mark here: One-man shows Mark Stratford | Stratford Productions
Find Brockley Jack Theatre here: Jack Studio Theatre (brockleyjack.co.uk)
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When I went to see a live performance of Mark Stratford's one-man-play 'Macready' at the Brockley Jack Theatre, I was highly entertained and learnt a thing or two so decided to have him as a guest on the podast.
Mark speaks with us about the historic figure at the centre of his play, as well as delivering a fascinating journey down theatrical history. We also discuss the trials and triumphs of being a one-man researcher, writer, producer, actorDon't miss the top tips on how to plan your own tour for anyone interested in writing, producing, and touring your own one-person show.
A BIT OF BACKGROUND
Charles Macready was born in 1793. When his theatre-manager father went into bankruptcy and was thrown into debtor's prison, Macready entered theatre life in an attempt to salvage the family business. He went on to become a highly influential figure whose work helped to forge many facets of modern theatre which we often take for granted today. For example, he encouraged the proper design of costume and theatre sets to align with the playwright's intent; dedicated time as a director to the rehearsal of all roles even fairly minor ones which in the past had been overlooked; and made significant headway in distancing the profession from the hitherto unchallenged presence of brothels in most theatres. Macready also went on to be a close friend of Charles Dickens and is the true individual who inspired Dickens's 'Nicholas Nickleby'.
Mark Stratford is simultaneously touring his rendition of 'The Strange case of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. D Hyde' through fringe theatres and hopes to soon develop a play which his wife, a fellow actress, can tour with him.
TO LEARN MORE:
Find Mark here: One-man shows Mark Stratford | Stratford Productions
Find Brockley Jack Theatre here: Jack Studio Theatre (brockleyjack.co.uk)
Support the show
10-Month Course in Ancient Tribal Medicine Stories, Guided Meditations and Shamanic Healing Ritual Pathways To Aid Pain Relief designed by The Myth To Miracle Academy. For more info on this course, see here: https://mythtomiracle.thinkific.com/products/courses/ancient-medicine-story-pathways