Author: Mark Fisher

In Liverpool, a humorous fake news story spread regarding Coleen McLoughlin allegedly throwing Wayne Rooney’s engagement ring into a bush. This led to a frenzy of treasure seekers scouring Formby Point nature reserve in search of the fictional £25,000 ring, prompting the National Trust to intervene to protect the local wildlife inhabitants. Screenwriter turned playwright,… Continue reading The Legend of Rooney’s Ring review – mythical Wayne and Coleen bust-up becomes mythically silly panto

Pass the Parcel, the full-length debut of playwright Sarah Whitehead, centers around the story of three sisters. The play is set in Liverpool, in the aftermath of their mother’s death. However, despite this tragic event, the focus of the play is towards the sisters’ reckoning and healing. Pain leads them to reflect, bicker, and dig… Continue reading Pass the Parcel review – witty reckoning with a mother’s death

Liverpool is set to host the Beckett: Unbound 2024 festival, a multi-arts event dedicated to the works of Samuel Beckett, curated by actor Adrian Dunbar. The event will see four specially commissioned productions come together across various venues, one of which will feature inmates from HMP Liverpool. The event takes place in The Reservoir in… Continue reading ‘An exceptional experience’: Adrian Dunbar to curate Samuel Beckett festival in Liverpool