I’ve always loved writing, but never really considered it as a viable career until I started writing academically at Warwick and for The Boar. Seeing my work in print and getting positive feedback gave me confidence in my ability and since getting inspiration and courage from lecturers, guest speakers and...
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Children prefer reading print versions of books, rather than digital versions, according to a recent UK-wide survey The Digital Reading Habits of Children (2016) by charity organisation The BookTrust. With the ever-increasing presence of internet technology, the widespread adoption of mobile devices and the digitisation of, it seems, any media...
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The Loft Theatre Company of Leamington Spa is renowned in local amateur circles for its rigorous rehearsal schedule and professional expectations of its actors and the dedication and professionalism of cast and crew shines through in their slick and energetic production of Little Shop of Horrors. The stage is set...
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Oddsocks Theatre Company opened their winter tour on Thursday 26th November at The Royal Spa Centre in Leamington Spa, with a spirited production of The Legend of King Arthur. For those not familiar with Oddsocks, it is worth giving a brief introduction. Each year Oddsocks run at least two tours;...
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Featuring TV and film favourites such as Nigel Havers and Martin Jarvis, The Ambassador Theatre Group’s ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ is a charming and humorous adaptation of the Oscar Wilde classic. Director Lucy Bailey delivers a twist, employing a popular meta-play mechanic. a charming and humorous adaptation of the...
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International applicants to UK universities are rejecting the country as a place of study due to poor post-study work opportunities, according to a recent survey carried out by Hobsons EMEA.
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The Warwick Arts Centre and Warwick University campus is hosting the upcoming Festival of Imagination in October.
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Shambala Festival takes more forms than simply a music festival, it is rather a celebration of arts, crafts, music and theatre. This August bank holiday saw Shambala’s 16th year, held at a secret location in Northamptonshire. For me Shambala was worth leaving the sunny beach of California for, as I...
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Rachel Brooks explains why Stardust is the perfect Valentines read, especially for her and her fiancé
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Are comic books just for teenage boys? Rachel Brooks is here with some of her favourite series to bust the myth
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Rachel Brooks grapples with the challenges of the Crescent Theatre's production of "King Lear"
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