Lucy Jane Parkinson

ELEPHANT'S GRAVEYARD Will Livestream This Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2020

A circus longing to be famous meets a tiny town in Tennessee that wants something to break the monotony - in the end both get what they wish for with deadly results. The true tale of the only known lynching of an elephant, the award-winning Elephant's Graveyard will be available to stream from Thursday 17th September.

Young Vic Taking Part Presents SHE VENTURES AND HE WINS And TWENTY TWENTY
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2019

The Young Vic today announces its plans for two major Taking Part initiatives, delivering the Taking Part core mission of creating the highest quality work for and with the local community.

Maria Friedman Stars In Reading Of New Musical THE TROJAN WOMEN
by Julie Musbach - Aug 1, 2019

The cast is set for an industry reading of The Trojan Women, which will be presented on 9 August 2019, at Dragon Hall in Covent Garden.

ROTTERDAM Cancelled In Southampton Following Homophobic Attack
by Marianka Swain - Jun 10, 2019

Performances of Jon Brittain's play Rotterdam at Nuffield Southampton Theatres were cancelled following an attack on two members of the cast. 

BWW Review: ROTTERDAM, Rose Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 6, 2019

John Brittain's nuanced and tender play Rotterdam has had a whirlwind of success since it debuted in 2015 at the tiny Theatre503. It moved to the Trafalgar Studios, won an Olivier award, then moved to an off-Broadway slot before returning to the West End in 2017. It is now embarking on an extensive country-wide tour, kicking off at Kingston's Rose Theatre.

Cast Announced For UK Tour Of Jon Brittain's Olivier Award-winning ROTTERDAM
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2019

Casting has been announced for the exciting tour of Jon Brittain's Olivier award-winning production Rotterdam. Trans non-binary actor Lucy Jane Parkinson (Multi award-winning Joan, international tour; Communion, Young Vic; DragKing Cabaret artiste 'LoUis CYfer') will star as Fiona/Adrian, playing opposite Bethan Cullinane (Salt, Theatre503/RADA Festival/The Rosemary Branch, King Lear, RSC; Othello, Globe Theatre) as Alice.

Winners Announced At Today's Manchester Theatre Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 9, 2018

Sheridan Smith and Danny Mac were among the winners at the Manchester Theatre Awards - which were announced today at The Lowry.

BWW REVIEW: The Spirit Of Joan Of Arc Is Channelled In JOAN, A Contemporary Expression Of The Famous French Saint's Incredible Life
by Jade Kops - Feb 18, 2018

Lucy Jane Parkinson delivers a captivating performance in Lucy J Skilbeck's Award winning solo cabaret show JOAN. 

NRTF Announces Rural Touring Spring Highlights
by Stephi Wild - Jan 25, 2018

A new season of live performance including works by home-grown talent, fearlessly funny political shows, music and dance are touring village halls and community spaces across the UK this spring. Hosted by the touring schemes and member organisations of the National Rural Touring Forum (NRTF), the ongoing programme is focused on bringing exceptional performance to venues at the heart of rural communities.

Nominations Announced for the Manchester Theatre Awards
by Stephi Wild - Jan 18, 2018

Nominations have been announced for the forthcoming Manchester Theatre Awards, to be held at The Lowry's Quays Theatre on Friday 9 March, hosted by actor and comedian Justin Moorhouse.

Milk Presents to Return to The Point with JOAN
by BWW News Desk - Oct 21, 2017

On Today 21st October The Point, Eastleigh plays host to Milk Presents, previous Associate Artists at the venue and now multi-award winning theatre company.

Milk Presents to Return to The Point with JOAN
by BWW News Desk - Oct 5, 2017

On Saturday 21st October The Point, Eastleigh plays host to Milk Presents, previous Associate Artists at the venue and now multi-award winning theatre company.

Queer Take On The Minotaur In BULLISH At Camden People's Theatre
by Marianka Swain - Jul 4, 2017

Following two Edinburgh runs and the UK tour of JOAN, Milk Presents launch their brand new show BULLISH at the Camden People's Theatre. Co-created between Lucy J Skilbeck and an ensemble of queer, trans and drag performers, BULLISH uses the myth of the Minotaur to explore contemporary identity and our fear of otherness, through the lens of mythology's hottest queer character.

Photo Flash: JOAN Embarks on UK Tour
by BWW News Desk - Mar 23, 2017

Following a sell-out run at the 2016 Edinburgh Festival Fringe where it won a Scotsman Fringe First Award, The Stage Award and Spirit of the Fringe Award, Milk Presents is taking JOAN on tour.

Celebrate International Women's Day 2017 with PERFECTLY IMPERFECT WOMEN at Ovalhouse
by BWW News Desk - Feb 24, 2017

Multi-award-winning storyteller Danyah Miller's Perfectly Imperfect Women, part of Ovalhouse's imaginative and innovative Spring Season 2017, has been created to celebrate International Women's Day 2017 on Wednesday 8th March.

Hull UK City of Culture to Kick Off BACK TO OURS Festival Series in 2017
by BWW News Desk - Feb 22, 2017

A ground-breaking series of festivals will see world class theatre, comedy, music and dance performed in the heart of Hull's neighbourhoods alongside local talent as part of Hull UK City of Culture 2017.

BWW Interview: Three Creatives Preview Hull's Back To Ours Festival
by Marianka Swain - Feb 3, 2017

As part of Hull UK City of Culture, the Back to Ours festival transforms local venues - including schools, shopping centres and social clubs - into performance spaces for everything from theatre, music and comedy to dance and cabaret. In order to give all residents an opportunity to see the work, ticket prices begin from as little as £2.50. Three participants give us a sneak preview.

Guest Blog: New Head of Theatre and Artistic Development Owen Calvert-Lyons Talks Ovalhouse's Spring Season
by Guest Blog: Owen Calvert-Lyon - Jan 31, 2017

Planning a first season for a new venue is always an exciting and daunting prospect. I want to establish new ideas and introduce new artists. At the same time, I want to work with the great artists who are already here and to ensure that existing audiences still see this as 'their' venue. 

Hull UK City of Culture to Kick Off BACK TO OURS Festival Series in 2017
by BWW News Desk - Dec 15, 2016

A ground-breaking series of festivals will see world class theatre, comedy, music and dance performed in the heart of Hull's neighbourhoods alongside local talent as part of Hull UK City of Culture 2017.

Ovalhouse Announces 2017 Season
by BWW News Desk - Dec 14, 2016

For their spring season 2017, Ovalhouse have returned to their roots of home-grown talent, staging urgent, radical theatre that continues to inspire. This will be Owen Calvert-Lyon's first major season as Head of Theatre and Artist Development at Ovalhouse - London's longest serving commissioning theatre.