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Purple Radio ArtsMar 04, 2022
The Arts Show: Throwing it Out There
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.
Don't forget to also follow @purple_radio_arts on Instagram to stay updated about future live and on-demand projects.
The Arts Show: Intersectional Feminist Society (Part 2)
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.
The Arts Show: Intersectional Feminist Society (Part 1)
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.
The Arts Show: Trashion
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.
Signed by the Author: Ep5 - I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud
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.
Signed by the Author: Ep4 - Let’s Make Gothic Great Again?
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: Ep3 - Progress Through the Pages
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: Ep2 - The Good, the Bad, and the So Bad It’s Good
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.
Signed by the Author: Ep1 - The Canon
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.
The Arts Show: 29/11 - Walk On Charity Fashion Show
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!
CD Story-times: Ep3 - The Return
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!
Behind The Curtain: Ep14 - Pod Panic
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.
Behind The Curtain: Ep13 - Cast on a Hot Tin Pod
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.
Behind The Curtain: Ep12 - Joseph and the Technicoloured Podcast
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!
Behind The Curtain: Ep11 - Trail to Podegon
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!
Behind The Curtain: Ep 10 - Poddie Stanton
A quick look behind the curtain of the one and only… Ollie Stanton
Behind The Curtain: Ep9 (2/2) - PodCast (Like MoJo, get it?)
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.
Bede Film Soc Pod: Ep9 - The first rule of (Film) Fight Club
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.
Behind The Curtain: Ep9 (1/2) - The Vault
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.
Behind The Curtain: Ep8 - Podter Faustus
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 Pod: Ep8 - Anyone can see I'm a stuffed olive.
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.
Bede Film Soc Pod: Ep7 - Wait a minute, wait a minute...
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.
Behind The Curtain: Ep7 - Pod Wedding
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.
Portfolio: Grace Snell - Costume Designer
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.
Love on Air
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
Behind The Curtain: Ep6 - Much Apod About Casts
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.
Bede Film Soc Pod: Ep6 - Groovy, baby!
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.
Bede Film Soc Pod: Ep5 - We'll always have Durham
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.
Behind The Curtain: Ep5 (2/2) - Pod Who?
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.
Behind The Curtain: Ep5 (1/2) - The Podcast Revue
Tune in for a one-off episode looking behind the curtain at Durham Revue, Durham’s own comedic troupe.
Bede Film Soc: Ep4 - You named my daughter after the Loch Ness monster?
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.
Behind The Curtain: Ep4 - Little Pod of Horrors
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!
Portfolio: Rohan Harris - Scenic Artist
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.
Behind The Curtain: Ep3 - When The Pods Come
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.
Bede Film Soc Pod: Ep3 - Who's your gnomey?
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.
Behind The Curtain: Ep2 - Luck Be A Podcast Tonight
In this week's episode the BTC team look behind the Gala Theatre's curtain at DULOG's flagship production of Guys and Dolls.
Bede Film Soc Pod: Ep2 - Ya like jazz?
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.
Bede Film Soc Pod: Ep1 - A cat is not a dog.
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.
Behind The Curtain: Ep1 - Introducing...
The team from Behind The Curtain, Purple Arts' newest collaboration with Durham Student Theatre, introduce themselves and discuss their upcoming content for this term.
Purple on Toast - Episode 8
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
Purple on Toast - Episode 7
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
Cummings and Govings
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
Review - Deck the Halls
Anne-Victoire Mancret reviews the Christmas movie Deck the Halls.
Review of The Play Synthesize by Wrong Tree Theatre Company
Anne-Victoire Mancret reviews the play Synthesize by Wrong Tree Theatre Company.
The Commentators
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
The Christmas Special - Purple Actually
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
Interview - From the Lighthouse
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'
The Party House
Writer and Director: Jonathan Yeap
Performers: Hannah Kisiala, Bethany, Emily Tarbuck, Anne-Victoire Mancret
Producer: Anne-Victoire Mancret
Audio Design: Max Roulstone
Cricketing Conundrum
Foggoton Tales: Episode 8: The Vampires of Foggoton
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