A collection of case studies, interviews and essays which explore the ways in which contemporary theatre is changing through new relationships between mainstream venues and experimental practices. Programme Notes is a unique resource, focussed on furthering dialogues and collaborations across the spectrum of contemporary theatre making in the UK. Things have changed considerably since the 1st edition was published; this expanded edition of Programme Notes reflects some of the key shifts that have taken place since 2007 featuring four new case studies.
Contains case studies, contributions and interviews by/with: Vicky Featherstone (former Artistic Director of the National Theatre of Scotland, new Artistic Director of the Royal Court), Andy Field and Deborah Pearson (co-directors of Forest Fringe), David Jubb and David Micklem (Artistic Directors of Battersea Arts Centre), Marina Abramovi (Performance Artist), Alex Poots (Director of Manchester International Festival), Lyn Gardner (Guardian), Tim Etchells, Neil Bartlett, Stella Hall, John McGrath, Alan Rivett, Mark Borkowski, Rose Fenton, Brian Logan, Lucy Neal, Keith Khan, Simon Casson, Louise Jeffreys, Judith Knight