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UK schools are told not to provide free meals for their students at half-term
Arguments have once again arised when it was found out that the government has told schools not to supply food vouchers, parcels and meals to disadvantaged children over February half-term. Teachers, parents and council leaders expressed their undeniable frustration...
The Impact of COVID-19 On Sport
It has come as no surprise to anyone that the sports industry has been heavily affected by COVID-19 as has many parts of society with the tragic loss of lives hitting home for many, but how badly have the effects been, and will certain aspects of sports be able to...
‘Do You Remember’ – Unfamiliar at Home (Streamed) Review – The Lowry
Victor and Yorgos are a couple, two guys in love. Just two guys in a flat, they have each other, they are their own little family unit. But are they happy? Are they fulfilled? Are they complete? Are they ready to take their relationship to the next level? Will they...
A well known mystery rediscovered and retold – Hoard: Rediscovered Review (New Vic Theatre)
The Staffordshire Hoard is perhaps one of the most famous and most important archaeological discoveries of recent years and for history fans, it is a crucial insight into the craftmanship of the Anglo-Saxons, with over 3.500 items, with many believed to have been part...
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The Impact of COVID-19 On Sport
It has come as no surprise to anyone that the sports industry has been heavily affected by COVID-19 as has many parts of society with the tragic loss of lives hitting home for many, but how badly have the effects been, and will certain aspects of sports be able to...
UK schools are told not to provide free meals for their students at half-term
Arguments have once again arised when it was found out that the government has told schools not to supply food vouchers, parcels and meals to disadvantaged children over February half-term. Teachers, parents and council leaders expressed their undeniable frustration...
The Impact of COVID-19 On Sport
It has come as no surprise to anyone that the sports industry has been heavily affected by COVID-19 as has many parts of society with the tragic loss of lives hitting home for many, but how badly have the effects been, and will certain aspects of sports be able to...
‘Do You Remember’ – Unfamiliar at Home (Streamed) Review – The Lowry
Victor and Yorgos are a couple, two guys in love. Just two guys in a flat, they have each other, they are their own little family unit. But are they happy? Are they fulfilled? Are they complete? Are they ready to take their relationship to the next level? Will they...
A well known mystery rediscovered and retold – Hoard: Rediscovered Review (New Vic Theatre)
The Staffordshire Hoard is perhaps one of the most famous and most important archaeological discoveries of recent years and for history fans, it is a crucial insight into the craftmanship of the Anglo-Saxons, with over 3.500 items, with many believed to have been part...
The reality of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine
With months of hard work, trials and dedication the medical scientists are now distributing batches of the vaccination out to healthcare workers, the elderly and the vulnerable. Margaret Keenan was the first person to get this jab, 91 years of age in the next week and...
Are the rumours of Donald Trump true?
As more progress is made, trials continue and doses being given out- conspiracy theories begin to arise. It was not too long ago that it was announced that Donald trump and his wife, Melania Trump, had tested positive for Covid-19. From then on they were admitted to a...
‘Everything Begins With Death’ – Emilia (Archive Recording) Review
If there’s one good thing that has come out of lockdown, it’s the release of archive recordings that are finally being allowed to see the light of day. The act of watching theatre from the comfort of our own homes has, slowly but surely, been embraced as a temporary...
‘But we met each challenge head-on and created something’ – Life in Lockdown 2.0 with David Muscat
Actor David Muscat has starred in a number of productions including Jersey Boys, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Sideshow, One Man, Two Guvnors and Billy Elliot. I was fortunate enough to get to talk to David about how he has been keeping during the lockdowns and his part...
Arthur Morgan: One of the greatest protagonists ever (Audio Story)
https://sites.marjon.ac.uk/doughnut/files/2021/01/Finished-Audio-Copy.mp3 So, Awards seasons. We all love/hate/tolerate them in whatever way we see fit, but they always come crawling back year after year after year after ye- And, alas, another awards show has come and...
‘Two Nobody’s in New York’ – Title of Show (Streamed) Review
Theatre is a living breathing thing, it grows, it adapts and it continues to be a big part of our lives even one week into a second national lockdown. With such successes as The Leave A Light On concert series, The Last Five Years in Lockdown, Songs for a New World...
‘We just laugh our way through the challenging moments’ – Life in Lockdown 2.0 with Claire Learie
Actress Claire Learie has performed in starred in a number of productions including Our House before travelling to Japan to work as a performer at Universal Studios. During lockdown, she has launched a new radio show entitled ‘Sit in the Stalls’, co-hosting with actor...
How COVID-19 has affected 2021 examination period
The exam period for both GCSEs and A-levels will still go ahead in the summer despite how much covid-19 has affected the students in the UK. With the months nearing to the examination season many students are feeling overwhelmed at how far behind they feel in their...
A century after black British theatre and yet BAME actors are still struggling to take centre stage.
The lack of diversity for coloured and different ethnic people in the theatre industry must come to an end. It can be argued that opportunities for black and different ethnic British actors are a lot harder to find than the ‘average’ white-British actor. This can be...
Brockhampton: A Comeback From Controversy
To detail Brockhampton’s anticipated return in 2021, I, Ryan McCabe, discuss how the band’s history could affect the success of their new album on release: https://sites.marjon.ac.uk/doughnut/files/2021/01/Brockhampton.m4a...
2021: The end of the Tampon Tax
While 2020 mainly brought us hardships and struggles, many hoped 2021 would be a better year for all, and we seem to be off on a better foot. As of the 1st January 2021, the so-called ‘Tampon Tax’ is being abolished in England. About bloody time. Sanitary...
Devon to Join Tier 3 Following Rise in COVID-19 Cases
Plymouth and the rest of Devon have been moved to the Tier 3 COVID-19 restrictions following a revision to the tier system by the Government this evening. The changes are due to take place at 12:00am on 31st December 2020, following a rise in COVID-19 cases over the...
‘Doesn’t That Seem A Little Off To You?’ What A Carve Up! (streamed) Review
The Barn Theatre have worked wonders at keeping theatre going during the lockdown, and just as we enter another one, we once again turn to them as they bring more theatre into our homes. In partnership with The Lawrence Batley Theatre and the New Wolsey Theatre, The...
