The Napier Barracks: relocation and scandal
In the second instalment, Lauren Powdrell tracks the conditions and incidents in the Napier Barracks – the accommodation in Kent that currently houses 400 asylum seekers. Hopefully, this mini-series will…
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Perfect Valentine’s Day viewing: First Dates
Lauren Powdrell recommends the heart-warming dating show First Dates for some fantastically romantic escapism, on Valentine’s Day and the year-round.
Government prevent strong action against Uighur genocide
‘Taking back control’ was the defining chant of Brexit Leave, but when it comes to the Uighur and trading with a genocidal country, the UK government back away. MPs were…
UK removes sanctuary for lone children in EU refugee camps
Lauren Powdrell criticises the UK government's removal of sanctuary for lone children in EU refugee camps.
Medical apartheid? The concerning disparity in vaccine provision between Israel and Palestine
Lauren Powdrell explores Palestine's struggle to obtain COVID-19 vaccinations and examines Israel's responsibilities as an occupying power
Review: Death to the Afterlife
'Eerie, supernatural, yet vaguely relatable' - Lauren Powdrell reviews Wrong Tree Theatre's Death to the Afterlife.
DDF Review: tuesday
'Although on stage very little is happening, Cowburn does hint at more sinister undercurrents.'- Lauren Powdrell reviews Andrew Cowburn's 'tuesday', performing for Durham Drama Festival.
Durham Drama Festival: Scratch Night
Alex Cohen, Jenny Pavitt, Charles Edward Pipe have contributed their own plays for Durham Drama Festival's Scratch Night; we spoke to them about their inspiration, favourite lines and where they…
Preview: Angel
In preparation for Sightline Productions’ Angel, I chatted to Director, Hiba Benhamed and actress, Gayaneh Vlieghe, during their rehearsal.