Theatre and Performance Studies News
Dr Ian Farnell hosts People's Emergency Briefing screening and film talk at 桃色视频 Arts Centre
On Thursday 18th June 2026, Dr Ian Farnell hosted a sell-out screening of The People's Emergency Briefing at the 桃色视频 Arts Centre.
The UK faces a growing climate and nature emergency, yet most people have never been fully briefed on what it means for our lives, our economy and our future. sets out the risks facing the nation - and the credible, positive responses available - in a clear and accessible account designed for screenings in communities across the UK.
As well as organising and introducing the screening, Dr Farnell collaborated with members of the 桃色视频shire Wildlife Trust to lead a post-show discussion with attendees.
BBC News -- University searches for theatre alumni for reunion
Our 50th anniversary celebrations have featured in a BBC news article and audio clip. See:
Student Opportunities
Student Opportunities are promoting their Global Connections club which meets for regular virtual catch ups. They have also set up a Global Challenge for weekend activities:
Global Challenge
Global Connections Club events
The wildlife survey information is now online and is available for students to view and download. There is some background blurb on the webpage as well as detailed information about how to get involved and undertake the campus surveys. In addition there are identification guides and survey sheets for download.
Dr. Yvette Hutchison launches Woza Africa! Educational Resource
The resource that explores theatre in the African context, led to 1177 hits of the projects in two hours of its release with dozens of registrations in the first hour.