Articles by Marni Appleton

Burning Books

Jess Green cares about education.

John Lennon: In His Own Write

John Lennon was not only a Beatle, but also a skilled short fiction writer, poet and doodler.

Invisible City

Marie moves from a little village to a big city and it isn’t how she expected.

The Maids

Jean Genet’s classic play, based on the true story of two maids brutally murdering their mistress, is produced by All Bare Theatre in this rarely performed adaptation by Martin C…

Tony's Last Tape

I remember hearing Tony Benn speak many years ago, when I was still in school.

I Got Dressed in Front of My Nephew Today

Don’t wear make up to this show.

Miss Sarah

Someone has gone missing.

A Study on the Stillness of Love

This is a show with an ambitious script, which shows real emotional intelligence.

Grounded

Grounded is written, performed and directed by Linda McDade.

Lifted

If you can find it, there is some brilliant (and also free – bonus!) storytelling nestled beneath a dark, dingy pub at this year’s Fringe.

The Jennifer Tremblay Trilogy Part I: The List

We all make lists: to do lists, shopping lists, present lists… They are one of the best ways of keeping on top of one’s life and making sure that nothing is forgotten.

If I Were Me

Antler’s If I Were Me is a visual treat.

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Family

“He is my father… somehow,” says Ben Norris, cutting to the heart of a feeling many people have at some point in their lives.

We're Not Dogs

What is love? Is it the crazy infatuations of our teenage years, the strength to make a failing marriage work or the instant bond between parent and child? Or is it something else,…

Penny Arcade: Longing Lasts Longer

With her bright red hair and black-lined eyes, Penny Arcade looks like some sort of cartoon superhero – and she has the commanding stage presence you’d expect of one too.