Let’s hope the spirit of George Williams lives on. For the founder of Christian social organisation YMCA could be speaking directly into the current zeitgeist. More specifically, his concern for the welfare and rights of ordinary workers in 1844 sounds fairly familiar to some of the observations arising out of the coronavirus crisis in theContinue reading “Soul in the Machine – Saltmine Theatre”
Author Archives: Gareth Williams
Hers – A Short Film by Alexa Morden (with Katie Elin-Salt)
In Alexa Morden and Katie Elin-Salt are two actors determined to change the industry. Through their excellent podcast ‘The 98%’, they give a warts-and-all account of what the #actorslife is truly like. It is an insight that will prove particularly valuable to recent graduates; and for other creative types like me there is plenty toContinue reading “Hers – A Short Film by Alexa Morden (with Katie Elin-Salt)”
In My Skin – BBC3 Series Review
Don’t get me wrong. The first two episodes of Normal People were beautifully-crafted, and I am looking forward to watching the rest of the series. From this initial glimpse, I can see why it has received such high praise from critics and viewers alike. Whilst this show has been taking all the plaudits however, anotherContinue reading “In My Skin – BBC3 Series Review”
My Top 5 Showcase: Theatr Clwyd Shows
In the third part of my showcase series for Get the Chance*, I thought I’d share five of my favourite Theatr Clwyd shows in conjunction with their #TCTogether project. Under Milk Wood I have this production by Terry Hands to thank for falling in love with theatre in the first place. On a cold FebruaryContinue reading “My Top 5 Showcase: Theatr Clwyd Shows”
My Top 5 Showcase: Welsh TV Drama 2010-2019
Continuing this series for Get the Chance, here I select my top five Welsh TV dramas of the last decade. They are not necessarily chosen on the basis of popular appeal or critical acclaim. Instead, this is a personal list from which you are free to agree or disagree entirely. Let me know your thoughts…Continue reading “My Top 5 Showcase: Welsh TV Drama 2010-2019”
Twinnie – Hollywood Gypsy
Instagram informed me that Twinnie was going live. It was an album launch party with a difference. With a sofa instead of a stage, and an audience loud with comments instead of cheers, the release of Hollywood Gypsy was being celebrated with a long since opened bottle of wine. Not quite the occasion she hadContinue reading “Twinnie – Hollywood Gypsy”
My Top 5 Showcase: Welsh Country Music Artists
Here at Get the Chance, with opportunities to respond to live cultural events curtailed by the current crisis, it presents an opportunity to showcase talent instead. As country music is one of my greatest loves, here’s my shout-out to five Welsh artists who are worth checking out… Rosey Cale To many, Rosey may be moreContinue reading “My Top 5 Showcase: Welsh Country Music Artists”
Bang – Series 2 Review
After its acclaimed debut on S4C in 2017, it was surely only a matter of time before Bang returned to our screens. Over two years have passed since the first series, with writer Roger Williams wasting no time in getting down to business. A visceral opening scene throws us straight in at the deep end,Continue reading “Bang – Series 2 Review”
Laura Oakes – How Big is Your World EP
It seems that as measures to halt the spread of coronavirus push us deeper into isolation, music is fast becoming a much-needed companion. Turning to streaming services is one way that fans are trying to support artists in the face of unprecedented gig cancellations, pressing repeat on their favourite songs in order to generate someContinue reading “Laura Oakes – How Big is Your World EP”
Charlotte Campbell – On the Southbank
For anyone struggling to cope with isolation, may I prescribe Charlotte Campbell’s new album as the perfect tonic. The London busker’s latest release shines as bright through my stereo as the spring sun through my window. It is a light that is not so much warm and fuzzy; rather, it unburdens you of worry andContinue reading “Charlotte Campbell – On the Southbank”
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