Hackney Film Festival 2011 – review
The annual celluloid celebration reels in the crowds, showcasing a captivating variety of multimedia experimental works by local auteurs
Arcola
Tell Them That I Am Young And Beautiful
He moved to Hackney almost two decades ago, but only now is celebrated director Marcello Magni bringing an ambitious international work to his local theatre. He explains why it’s taken him so long and why empathy is critical to his art
On The Record: dying to tell the truth
A reminder of the debt we owe journalists who risk their lives to expose wrongdoing around the world, this drama is a must-see for anyone who cares about freedom and justice
Arts Council doubles funds to Arcola
As cuts are being made across the arts sector nationally, director Dr Ben Todd says the extra cash will help the newly re-located theatre to continue its pioneering work
Interview: Helena Kaut-Howson
Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya is showing at the Arcola from 27 April – 4 June. The director discusses the art of interpreting one of Russia’s great playwrights
February stage highlights
Three of this month’s offerings from the Courtyard, Hoxton Hall and the Arcola
Welcome to the new Arcola
After much anticipation, months of preparation and thousands of pounds of public donations, Dalston’s theatre has a new home
Interview: Mehmet Ergen
Founder and director of the Arcola Theatre discusses its latest ventures and plans for the future in its new Ashwin Street home
Arcola appeal: please give what you can
Dalston theatre asks locals to help raise funds for their 2011 move to Ashwin Street
Gormley and Hamnett give art to Arcola appeal
Renowned artist and fashion designer help raise cash for theatre’s move
