SIZE OF COMPANY 2 on the road
SCALE OF VENUE Small to medium
PERMANENT STAFF Producer/Performer Linda Marlowe
ARTISTIC POLICY Linda Marlowe creates solo shows that fuse powerful and evocative new writing with physical virtuosity and heightened visual staging. She gives workshops and masterclasses with a focus on physical theatre and the use and techniques of the voice as a powerful instrument, using her years of experience working with Steven Berkoff as an example.
REVIEW EXTRACTS Marlowe is a consummate actress; gorgeous to look at, slinky and sexy, sensual, impassioned and breathtakingly versatile. The Scotsman Watch her and learn- if not how to act, then how to live. New York Sun When she spreads her arms, she embraces the world. Her voice is an instrument of silk and seduction, frayed at the edges and pickled in port. Daily Mail
CURRENT PRODUCTIONS Believe A contemporary re-telling of Old Testament stories, four women’s tales of war – traitor, widow, warrior, martyr. Women surviving in the most violent of times. 65 minutes. No interval. 1 solo performer. 1 crew Mortal Ladies Possessed Adapted from short stories by Tennessee Williams. This production focuses on six women pushed to the edge. 75 minutes. 1 solo performer. 1 crew. No interval No Fear Linda Marlowe re-enacts her many careers as daring divorcee, raunchy rock-chick, undercover operator, manic mother and professional free spirit. 70 minutes. No interval. 1 Solo performer. 1 crew. Hanging points are needed for a trapeze. Berkoff’s Women Linda Marlowe presents a compilation of some of the most rewarding exciting moments of Berkoff’s female roles. 70 minutes. No interval. 1 solo performer. 1 crew.
WRAP-AROUND Workshops, masterclasses, post-show discussions. For amateur or professional audiences – age range 14 years upwards, focusing on physical theatre, acting techniques and use of the voice as a powerful instrument.
RECENT INTERNATIONAL WORK 2008 Australia: Berkoff’s Women/Believe 2008 Italy: Berkoff’s Women 2005 New Zealand: Berkoff’s Women/No Fear! 2005 Hong Kong: No Fear! 2005 Philippines: No Fear! 2005 USA: Mortal Ladies Possessed
TOURING AVAILABILITY All productions available for touring from 2009 through to 2011
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