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Support Theatre Royal Plymouth from the wings
Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP) has this week launched a Crowdfunding campaign to support its regional Artist Development programme while offering supporters the chance to win an exclusive meet and greet with dance legends Dame Darcey Bussell and Sir Matthew Bourne.
ONLY HUMAN EXTENDS TOUR TO VISIT THEATRE ROYAL PLYMOUTH IN MAY 2026
New dates have been added to the nationwide tour of Derren Brown’s brand-new stage show, Only Human, including a run at Theatre Royal Plymouth from 26 – 30 May 2026.
Projected Outcomes: Cornwall-based Couple present Collaborative Artwork at KARST
Community Reporter, Jessica Warby, interviewed Alistair and Fleur Mackie about their exhibition, Projected Outcomes, at KARST Gallery. They gave insight into the themes, processes, and inspiration behind the artwork that is currently on display.
Mt. Onsra and Goldenmother at the House
Joshua Edwards heads to The House — a venue fast becoming one of the city’s most compelling spaces for live music. With a sharp eye for performance and a deep love of the art form, Joshua captures a night that celebrates the city’s emerging talent, introduces two dynamic debut acts, and makes a strong case for The House as the spiritual successor to The Hub.
The Myth of Creative Block: Why Waiting for Inspiration is Holding You Back
In this month’s column, Pete Clayton opens up about the frustrating cycle of creative block—something all makers face at one point or another. From battling self-doubt to rediscovering the power of momentum, Pete shares a personal and practical take on getting started when inspiration just won’t show up. Whether it’s tidying your desk, changing your surroundings, or simply putting pencil to paper, this is your reminder that flow follows action. Creative block? Myth busted.
Review: Little Women at Theatre Royal Plymouth – A Classical Story Beautifully Reimagined for the Stage
Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women has long captured hearts with its timeless tale of sisterhood, love, and resilience. Now brought to life on stage at Theatre Royal Plymouth, this beautiful adaptation directed by Loveday Ingram is both nostalgic and refreshingly sincere.
Grace Lightman’s Gig Guide - June 2025
June is shaping up to be an incredible month for live music in Plymouth, and we've got all the details you need to make sure you don’t miss out!
We Are Here
Leadworks in Stonehouse played host to We Are Here 2025, a one-day music festival that showcased bands predominantly made up of women and underrepresented genders. So, who better to document the event in words than me; a straight, white, middle-class man approaching middle age?