What did I do?
I acted as a Director at the newly founded Selkie Theatre Company and as Producer for its production of Spring Awakening (2nd – 10th August) at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2024.
My primary responsibilities were license procurement, legal compliance, and overseeing the financials of the production. This included securing funding for the production and managing funds responsibly, resulting in a profitable production. I also supported the wider team by filling shoes whenever needs arose.
What was the result?
The production was ultimately a success: highly reviewed by the general public and received 5 star and 3 star reviews from professional bodies. You can read about this show below!
Show Description
Spring Awakening weaves poignant storytelling with a dynamic rock score. Selkie Theatre Companies production follows a group of adolescents as they navigate the transition to adulthood, and deal with the consequences of their own ignorance. These consequences clash with youthful rebellion and oppressive societal norms. Though the dialogue was written over a century ago, the themes remain relevant to this day. From emotional ballads, to energetic and rebellious anthems, the score effortlessly combines pop/rock music with poetic and haunting lyrics. The modern styles fused with a 19th-century setting and dialogue make this musical truly unique.
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