The Remarkable Journey of Harold Fry
Following Rachel Joyce's popular novel about an elderly man's road trip was transformed into a recent cinematic release, it included multiple beautiful tracks by the folk musician. In recent months, singer-songwriter Passenger delivered the musical compositions for the stage adaptation, which will transfer to the West End in the new year. The musician's collection of song renditions, called One for the Road – including extra songs that were cut from the musical and a feature from Jack Wolfe, who acted as the show's Balladeer – is currently available to watch online.
The Mad Hatter's Tea Party
ZooNation is presenting the classic story a contemporary twist in the coming months, with their production at the famous venue. Rewinding several years, this creative team reimagined Alice's Adventures in Wonderland with this Royal Ballet commission. Accessible through Digital Theatre.
The Hedda Adaptation
Tanika Gupta transfers the classic drama from 19th century Norway to 1948 London and recasts Hedda into a former Hollywood star, in an adaptation inspired by the story of Oscar-nominated actor Merle Oberon. The director guides Pearl Chanda in the first staging at the Richmond theatre in the London borough. Streaming late November.
Aurélie Dupont: Instants of Grace
French film-maker Cédric Klapisch is primarily recognized for his frequently lighthearted films – but he also has a passion for ballet. His recent film En Corps starred performer Marion Barbeau, whose guide the renowned dancer, the star performer transitioned to director of dance at Paris Opera, is documented via incredible artistic sequences in this documentary film, streaming through the streaming service.
The Property Drama
An intense performance from Adeel Akhtar fuels Shaan Sahota's recent theatrical work, which will be available on this streaming service on the twelfth. On that evening, to mark accessibility awareness and two and a half decades of the deaf-led charity Stagetext, there's an accessible streaming experience with real-time conversation for viewers. BSL-interpreted, descriptive audio and regular editions of the play are offered.
Creative Shorts
Pentabus's emerging playwrights program collective make every minute count with this collection of brief theatrical pieces, delivered via 90-second bursts on this digital service. The writers come from around the UK and the initial installment, written by Eilidh Nurse, features the acclaimed actor from this talented actor. A collaboration with this creative company.
Within the Pages
A YA novel co-written by the bestselling author and her young co-author was the inspiration for this teenage production, which merges the upheavals of teenage years with a fantastical adventure inspired by its heroine's favourite novel. Presented in this US location in 2022, it's available through BroadwayHD.
Transient Times
"This Leader" was the moniker associated with the Spanish performer the legendary artist, who gained popularity in the late 1930s. This talented performer the artist honors the legendary dancer with this artistic work, recorded during the Lyon Dance Biennale earlier this year available through this online service.
