The Citizens Theatre Podcast

Community Collective: The Original Cast

Six historic statues that originally sat on the front of the building, have been restored, to put be put back on the roof of the building ahead of reopening. The Community Collective has written a song inspired by the statues returning to the roof and imagining what they would think of the Gorbals now from this vantage point. Music by Hilary Brooks. Lyrics by Hilary Brooks and the Citizens Theatre Community Collective. Recorded at Gorbals Sound. Watch our latest film and see the group recording the song: https://youtu.be/qvEuf02hTVM

Cupid, Draw Back your Bow

A horror radio play created by the Citizens Theatre WAC Ensemble. Cupid, Draw Back Your Bow is recommended for ages 15+. Scenes of violence, drug references and strong language. Inspired by their shared love of scary films, the company decided to create their own horror story for radio. Each of the ensemble created their own characters. The group then devised scenes where the characters came into conflict. The result was Cupid, Draw Back Your Bow - a terrifying tale about a camping trip gone hellishly wrong. Find out more about this project: https://www.citz.co.uk/projects/info/cupid-draw-back-your-bow CREATIVE TEAM Created by the WAC Ensemble Edited by Allan Othieno and Chloe Wyper Story by Martin Travers Directed by Colin White Sound Design and Production by Rikki Traynor Additional Music by Allan Othien CAST in Chronological Order OPERATOR - Allan Othieno SOPHIE JAMESSON - Shannon Lynch POLICE OPERATOR - Rachel Kelly HOPE JAMESSON - Megan Kay DAZ - Allan Othieno RUBY THANES - Chloe Wyper LUCIE SCARLET THANES - Genna Allan RIDDYAN - Hunter Christian Jessen DYLAN - Colin White LIAM GRADFORD - Kieran McKenzie PERTHSHIRE POLIS - Martin Travers NEWSCASTER - Chloe Wyper PROJECT FUNDERS In association with Arts in the City. Supported by the National Lottery through Creative Scotland Thanks to GRACE Digital Cafe for additional technical support. Special thanks to Clare Macaulay and Sarah McAdam. Find out more about the WAC Ensamble: https://www.citz.co.uk/take-part/theatre/care-experienced-theatre-ensemble

Saturday Citizens Podcast: Episode 2

In this episode, the Saturday Citizens raise awareness about living with disabilities and mental health issues, the group discuss their musical interests and recommendations for the week, and we hear a spoken word piece from Lloyd. Written and performed by the Saturday Citizens; Chloe, Haneen, Lloyd and Trudi. Supported by Morna McGeoch. Sound production and editing by Tom Fergus Arnott. The original poem, ‘Lost Queens’ was written and performed by Lloyd. Saturday Citizens classes are possible thanks to funding from BBC Children in Need. Visit our website to find out more about Saturday Citizens: https://www.citz.co.uk/take-part/theatre/saturday-citizens

Saturday Citizens Podcast: Episode 1

In this episode, the Saturday Citizens introduce us to some very special guests, we hear about the group’s musical interests and recommendations for the week and we hear Matilda’s new single. Written and performed by the Saturday Citizens; Calum, Jay, Matilda and Megan. Supported by Colin White. Sound production and editing by Tom Fergus Arnott. The original song ‘Invisible’ was written and performed by Matilda and is available on iTunes. Saturday Citizens classes are possible thanks to funding from BBC Children in Need. Visit our website to find out more about Saturday Citizens: https://www.citz.co.uk/take-part/theatre/saturday-citizens

Mum's Window. Read by Mari and Marjorie.

Through My Window is a project supporting women experiencing isolation throughout lockdown. Over the first lockdown and into Summer 2020 we amassed a series of recordings, photos and written work which responded to lockdown and feelings of isolation, coupled with moments of joy and creative connection. Find out more: www.citz.co.uk/projects/info/through-my-window