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In anticipation of the opening of the Museum of Archaeology's latest exhibition 'Throwing it Out There: the Archaeology of Ritual, Rivers and Rubbish', Charlotte spoke to some of the Museum and Artefact Studies students who worked on the project. From discussing the concept of ritual to their favourite objects, tune-in to understand the behind-the-scenes process behind the exhibition's curation! 'Throwing it Out There' runs from 16 June to 12 November in Palace Green Library's Museum of Archaeology. You can follow @duthingstodo on Instagram to find out more.

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In the final part of The Arts Show’s special International Women’s Day series with Durham Intersectional Feminist Society, the discussion focuses on how to act on intersectionality. From calling out problematic behaviours to thinking more critically about the limitations of university modules, this episode provides concrete advice about the process of educating yourself and others about the importance of intersectional feminism.

Content Warning: This on-demand episode contains references to discrimination and sexual violence.

You can keep up-to-date with Intersectional Feminist Society by following @durham_intfemsoc on Instagram.

Don’t forget to follow @purple_radio_arts to stay updated about future on-demand and live content.

In anticipation of International Women’s Day on 8 March, Charlotte talks to members of Durham Intersectional Feminist Society’s executive committee. Speaking to Fleur de Bono, Rachel Lawrence, Tallulah Paul Blake and Beth Chalk, the first half of this two-part on-demand series covers the key aspects of intersectionality and how it links to student life at Durham. Tune in to listen to important discussions about defining intersectionality, considering its relationship to the arts, and issues like elitism and representation in Durham.

Content Warning: This on-demand episode contains references to discrimination and sexual violence.

You can keep up-to-date with Intersectional Feminist Society by following @durham_intfemsoc on Instagram.

Don’t forget to follow @purple_radio_arts to stay updated about future on-demand and live content.

In the latest instalment of The Arts Show (on-demand), Charlotte chats to Kate and Sam from Trashion. The pair talk about Durham's latest fashion-based project, why sustainability is so important, and how to make it more accessible for students. To keep up-to-date with Trashion's amazing work, follow @durhamtrashion on Instagram. 

You can also follow @purple_radio_arts to hear about future podcast episodes and live content.  

This week Sam and Charlotte talk about the art of the travel book. From interrailing to slow travelling, Michael Palin to Simon Reeve, the pair consider why everyone loves hearing travel stories. Tune in for insight into Charlotte's obsession with Frida Kahlo and why travelling on cargo ships is the way forward.

For updates on future episodes of Signed by the Author, follow @purple_radio_arts on Instagram.

Sam and Charlotte are back discussing everything Gothic this episode! From Sam’s iconic emo phase to a sensational Twilight impression, this episode is one you don’t want to miss. Listen for thoughts about the Gothic in the modern day and Charlotte’s plan for an original Purple Radio Arts book set in 1800s London.

For updates on future episodes of Signed by the Author, follow @purple_radio_arts on Instagram.

Signed by the Author makes its Epiphany Term return with an insight into revolutionary media! This episode, Sam and Charlotte look at feminist literature, the importance of awards ceremonies and why zine culture is making a comeback. Tune in for big literary questions, film nerd debates and a last-minute impression from Sam on Purple Radio Arts’ latest literary podcast.

For updates on future episodes of Signed by the Author, follow @purple_radio_arts on Instagram.

Signed by the Author is back with its second episode! This week, Sam and Charlotte assess the cultural significance of the 2019 film adaptation of Cats, why crying on the Tube is a rite of passage and the extent to which biopics are getting old. Tune in for debates about spoilers and Tumblr poetry on Purple Radio Arts’ latest literary podcast.

For updates on future episodes of Signed by the Author, follow @purple_radio_arts on Instagram.

For the first episode of Signed by the Author, Sam and Charlotte discuss the canon. As Sam unpacks his love of sci-fi and Charlotte considers the importance of studying Shakespeare, it’s time to get hooked on Purple Radio Arts’ latest literary podcast!

For updates on future episodes of Signed by the Author, follow @purple_radio_arts on Instagram.

Ever wanted to know how Durham’s infamous fashion shows are run? The Arts Show’s Executive Producer, Isabella Qian, got the opportunity to talk to members of Walk On Charity Fashion Show’s team. Tune in to hear all about the behind-the-scenes process behind a fashion show, this year’s theme, fundraising tactics and the intentions behind the show.

Check out @walkoncfs on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok to learn more about this year’s show.

This episode was recorded live on The Arts Show on 29 November 2022. For updates on future on-demand content and live episodes of The Arts Show, follow @purple_radio_arts on Instagram!

For the first episode back after the summer, Jessie and Liv (sadly minus Charlotte) chat about their film of the week, the fifth season of ‘The Crown’ and their Christmas favourites. Listen for study music recommendations perfect for summative season (spoiler: we love studying to the Minecraft soundtrack)…

CD Story-times will now be available on the Purple Radio Arts and Drama page. For updates on future episodes, follow @purple_radio_arts on Instagram!

In this week’s (very long) episode, we review Perception’s Conscious Showcase and First Theatre Company’s Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. We also interview members of the cast and crew from Pitch Production’s Bachae, DULOG’s Addams Family, Sightline’s Bi Panic and Green Door’s No Exit.

In this episode we look behind the curtain of First Theatre Company’s Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, as well as a discussion with the DST events coordinator about the upcoming D’Oscars ball.

In this episode we review Ooook!’s Trail to Oregon and Bailey theatre company’s Joseph and his technicolour dream coat. We’ll be back with more content after exams!

Welcome back to Behind The Curtain! In this episode we interview DUADS’s The Right Kind of Hatred, and Ooook!’s Trail to Oregon. Reviews of Joseph and Trail to Oregon coming next week!

A quick look behind the curtain of the one and only… Ollie Stanton

In this episode we go behind the curtain of Pitch Production’s Mojo, Wrong Tree’s Blood Wedding, and Castle Theatre Company’s Dr. Faustus.

In terms of favourite films, which of Licorice Pizza or Wolf of Wall Street is more of a red flag? And, is Frozen fundamentally flawed? For this term's final episode, Bede Film Soc debate the best and worst of cinema, along with proposing some pretty unique franchise collaborations. 

For part one of two of this week's episode, the team look Behind The Curtain at Pitch Production’s Mojo, and the Durham Showcase.

In this episode we look behind the curtain at Castle Theatre Company's Dr Faustus in an interview with cast members. Also included are reviews of the Durham Opera Ensemble's Don Giovanni and Hild Bede Theatre's Made in Dagenham. 

Bede Film Soc advocate justice for Caitriona Balfe, debate whether The Breakfast Club has stood the test of time, and pick their favourite Incredibles family members. 

In this episode, Bede Film Soc answer the eternal question: why is Jonathan scared of Willem Dafoe's tent? They also chat about their favourite black and white films, the boys discuss Bede Film Soc's showing of Nightmare Alley, and Freya name-drops The Umbrellas of Cherbourg again. 

In this week’s episode we look behind the curtain at Wrong Tree’s production of Blood Wedding. Also includes reviews of Ooook’s Amazing Maurice, Trev’s musical Legally Blonde, and the Durham Revue’s show at the gala.

For Portfolio's second episode, Freya Williams interviews Grace Snell, a costume designer who recently won a British Independent Film Award for her work on Joanna Hogg's The Souvenir Part II. A long-term collaborator with Hogg and Billie Piper, Snell has also worked with Paul McCartney, Lily Allen, and Rankin. 

Purple Radio Drama's Valentine's special - Love on Air. 

Themes: LGBTQ+, love, radio show 

A girl has fallen for a radio show host at her university and attempts to ask her on a date. 

Performers: Ellen Olley as Eleanor, Charlotte McCann as Bonnie and Sam Turnbull as Frank. 

Writer and Director: Bethany Yuan 

Producer: Anne-Victoire Mancret  

In this week's episode, we look behind the curtain at DUCT's adaptation of Much Ado About Nothing, the Opera Ensemble's Don Giovanni, and Oook's production of Terry Pratchet's The Amazing Maurice. Also included is a review of Blizzard Company's Sing Yer Heart Out For The Lads. 

This week, the Bede Film Soc exec chat about their most recent showing of The King's Man, which is the worst Star Wars film, and whether Michael Bay deserves any screentime. Featuring an exclusive rendition of the Goldfinger theme performed by the one, and only, Daniel Kostick. 

Is Titanic a romcom? Does When Harry Met Sally deserve its popularity? Should Jonathan and Daniel finally watch About Time? As a post-Valentine's debrief, Bede Film Soc dissect the underrated and overrated of romcoms. 

In this week’s episode we look behind the curtain at Who Soc’s new podcast series: Out of the Shadows. Also includes a review of TDTC’s Little Shop of Horrors, and Foot of the Hill’s She Kills Monsters.

Tune in for a one-off episode looking behind the curtain at Durham Revue, Durham’s own comedic troupe.

With the Oscar nominations out, Bede Film Soc discuss their favourites of 2021. 

Freya attempts to discuss the Best Picture category despite having not watched any of the nominees, Daniel slams Diane Warren for not writing any decent music, and Jonathan explains how he manifested a Jesse Plemons nomination. 

Featuring a non-spoiler chat about Bede Film Soc's most recent showing of Spider-Man: No Way Home. 

This week’s episode, the Behind The Curtain team review DDF, and interview TDTC’s Little Shop of Horrors producer, Will Drake, and features their very own live plant, Liv Jones!

For Portfolio's first episode, Freya Williams interviews Rohan Harris, a scenic artist whose work has featured in over 150 films and television shows including The Favourite, Death on the Nile, and Game of Thrones. 

In this week's episode, we look behind the curtain at the student-written production 'When the Bees Come', and interview the director of Durham Drama Festival. 

This week, Bede Film Soc's discussion of remakes slams Shakespeare for poor writing whilst praising the Cat In The Hat (2003) as the greatest onscreen adaptation.

In this week's episode the BTC team look behind the Gala Theatre's curtain at DULOG's flagship production of Guys and Dolls. 

This week, Bede Film Soc talk prog rock, nominating Encanto for Best Original Song, and why The Emoji Movie has the greatest score in history. With an exclusive acapella rendition of the Jurassic Park theme performed by Daniel Kostick. 

Some of the exec from Bede Film Soc, Durham's oldest, cheapest and only student-run cinema, chat about why Sia shouldn't touch filmmaking with a barge pole, nominating Encanto for Best Picture and whether Benedict Cumberbatch is actually a sex symbol. 

The team from Behind The Curtain, Purple Arts' newest collaboration with Durham Student Theatre, introduce themselves and discuss their upcoming content for this term. 

Welcome to Purple on Toast, the audio drama podcast showcasing some of the finest talent in Durham and beyond. 

Christmas 

Writer and Director: Miriam Templeman 

Actress: Meg McCubbin 

Welcome to Purple on Toast, the audio drama podcast showcasing some of the finest talent in Durham and beyond. 

Knocked Up 

Writer: Millie Stott 

Director: Anne-Victoire Mancret 

Actress: Maddie Clarcke

CW: This episode contains graphic language  

Two government advisors come up with the rules for the COVID-19 lockdown. 

Performers: Louis Renouf, Matthew McConkey, Hannah Kisiala, Edward Barry, Jimmy Strainge 

Writer and Director: Louis Renouf 

Producer: Anne-Victoire Mancret 

Audio Design: Max Roulstone 

Anne-Victoire Mancret reviews the Christmas movie Deck the Halls. 

Anne-Victoire Mancret reviews the play Synthesize by Wrong Tree Theatre Company. 

Commentators commentate on a rugby match. 

Performers: Louis Renouf, Edward Barry, Jimmy Strainge, Hannah Kisiala 

Writer and Director: Louis Renouf 

Producer: Anne-Victoire Mancret 

Audio Design: Max Roulstone 

Purple Radio Drama Team's Christmas Special - 'Purple Actually' 

Film Reviews: 

Anne-Victoire Mancret: Last Christmas, The Holiday, Love Actually 

Hannah Kisiala: Legally Blond 

Charlie Barnett: The Holiday 

Love Actually, Scene 1: Anne-Victoire Mancret 

Bill Nighy's Interview: Louis Renouf and Matthew McConckey 

Purple is all around: Louis Renouf, Matthew McConckey, Jimmy Strainge, Edward Barry 

Producer: Anne-Victoire Mancret 

Audio Design: Max Roulstone 

Anne-Victoire Mancret interviews the winner of the Short Story Competition Winner from 'From the Lighthouse' society : Izel Ilkten-Salman. 

The theme of the competition was 'Settling' and the story is called 'Across the Aegean' 

A vampire has invaded the town of Foggoton and wants to make the town residents pay for their human crimes. Protestors are manifesting against them. The radio hosts go and try to find out if they actually exist as the first vampire that shows up to the station might not be a real one...

Set in the fictional town of Foggoton, this is an original comedy series by the Purple Radio Arts Team follwoing the eccentric characters of Foggoton Radio. 

Writer: Hashim Hussain 

Performers: Charlotte McCann, Louie Skerett, Charlie Ockleston