What we do...
Presence Theatre believes in the power of the actor and the word. We embrace the classical and modern theatrical repertoire, as well as new plays. Through our productions and our educational and community projects, we seek to advance the art form of theatre for people's enlightenment, contemplation, and pleasure. Read more... |
"Gagged, handcuffed, drowning....yours ever, Eric"
Paul Copley and Roddy Maude-Roxby
(photo Idil Sukan) |
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Creating the
Mise en Scene
a directing workshop
with Simon Usher
Date & Location TBA
For the first time, Presence Theatre offers an opportunity to study the craft of the theatre director under the guidance of our Artistic Director, Simon Usher. Over three days, early career professionals and advanced students will address fundamental questions about the art form, through practical exercises designed to teach technique and broaden skill.
Simon will be joined by two highly experienced professional actors, who will take part in scene work and demonstrations, and with whom each participant will have an opportunity to work individually. Read more... |
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Recent Show:
Presence Theatre in association with Jermyn Street Theatre presents
If So, Then Yes by
N.F. Simpson
'Witty, dotty and utterly original' ****
Charles Spencer - Daily Telegraph
'At its best the play is sublimely funny'
Michael Billington - Guardian
Our production of N.F. Simpson's newest play, If So, Then Yes, made its world premiere in London at Jermyn Street Theatre, 7th September - 2nd October 2010. |
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In 1958, writing in response to Simpson's works, A Resounding Tinkle and The Hole, Kenneth Tynan in The Observer enthused about "a dazzling new playwright", declaring: "I am ready to burn my boats and promise that N.F. Simpson is the most gifted comic writer the English stage has discovered since the war." Read more...
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