The Remarkable Journey of Harold Fry
When this writer's bestselling book about a retiree's road trip was adapted into a 2023 film, it showcased several lovely songs by the folk musician. Earlier this year, singer-songwriter Passenger created the music and lyrics for the theatrical version, which will relocate to London's theatre district in the new year. Passenger's album of song renditions, One for the Road – including additional tracks that weren't included in the theatrical show and a feature from Jack Wolfe, who played the storytelling character – is now accessible to watch online.
Wonderland Tea Party
ZooNation is providing the classic story a hip-hop spin in the coming months, with their production at Sadler's Wells. Rewinding ten years, Kate Prince's company reimagined this beloved story with their ballet production. Accessible through this streaming service.
The Hedda Adaptation
This writer moves the classic drama from historical Oslo to 1948 London and transforms the main character into a former Hollywood star, in a reimagining inspired by the story of acclaimed performer Merle Oberon. Hettie Macdonald leads the actress in the world premiere at the Richmond theatre in the London borough. Accessible the end of the month.
Aurélie Dupont's Graceful Instants
French film-maker this creator is best known for his often romantic comedies – but he additionally maintains a passion for ballet. His recent film titled En Corps highlighted dancer Marion Barbeau, whose teacher the renowned dancer, the étoile became director of dance at Paris Opera, is featured with stunning performance clips in this documentary film, now on this online platform.
The Inheritance Story
A powerful portrayal from the actor fuels the director's contemporary stage production, which arrives at this streaming service on mid-November. On that evening, to mark accessibility awareness and 25 years of the inclusion-focused group Stagetext, there's a subtitled online event with interactive discussion for audience members. British Sign Language, descriptive audio and standard formats of the play are offered.
Creative Shorts
The theatre company's emerging playwrights program collective utilize time effectively with this series of mini digital dramas, presented through 90-second bursts on the social platform. The writers hail from various British locations and the premiere episode, written by Eilidh Nurse, stars the performer known for the experienced performer. A joint effort with this creative company.
Within the Pages
A teenage-focused story co-written by the bestselling author and her teenage daughter was the basis for this youth-focused show, which blurs the transformations of growing up with a fantastical adventure based on its protagonist's beloved book. Presented in New York in recent years, it's streaming via BroadwayHD.
Transient Times
"La Capitana" was the moniker given to the Spanish performer Carmen Amaya, who achieved fame in the pre-war era. The choreographer and dancer this creator pays tribute to the legendary dancer with this performance, filmed at the French dance festival earlier this year streaming on Arte.tv.
