A series of rehearsed readings of new plays adapted from novels, by Leeds Conservatoire MA Dramaturgy students.
Thirteen Storeys
By Alex Thackray (adapted from the novel by Jonathan Sims)
"TOBIAS FELL cordially invites you to attend a dinner party at 1 Banyan Court on the evening of 16th August. Penthouse access will be available through the birdcage elevator. Ask the operator for FLOOR 13."
Tobias Fell hasn't been seen for over a decade, ever since the creation of the apartment complex Banyan Court. None of the guests know why they have been invited to a dinner party hosted by the infamous investor. What they do know is that, whether privileged or deprived, they all share something in common – each has experienced a shocking disturbance within their building's walls
When: Monday 15th July
Where: Room 219, Leeds Conservatoire, St Peters Square
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The Rosie Project
By Angharad Roberts (adapted from the novel by Graeme Simsion
Love isn't an exact science - but no one told scientist Don Tillman. Rosie does not fit the requirements for a perfect partner at all, so why does he keep making excuses to see her again?
When: Tuesday 16th July
Where: Room 219, Leeds Conservatoire, St Peters Square
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Tender Is The Flesh
By Annie Fletcher (adapted from the novel by Agustina Bazterrica)
Buenos Aires. The future, but only just. Marcos, a grieving father with an estranged wife, runs a meat-processing plant. His world looks a lot like ours, with one glaring difference. A 'virus' has infected all animals, rendering them inedible and toxic to humans. In response, governments instigate 'The Transition' - the legalisation of cannibalism. Marcos works in a plant that prepares human meat for consumption to fund his senile father's care, and is gifted a female to butcher or raise.
In other words, he has a naked woman in his possession.
When: Wednesday 17th July
Where: Room 219, Leeds Conservatoire, St Peters Square
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I Who Have Never Known Men
By Cara Novotny (adapted from the novel by Jacqueline Harpmen)
Deep underground, 40 women are kept in isolation in a cage. Watched over by guards, the women have no memory of how they got there, no notion of time, and only vague recollection of their lives before. The youngest girl amongst the women, sits alone and is outcast to the corner, however she will show herself to be the key to their escape and survival in the strange world that awaits them above ground. The woman who will never know men.
When: Thursday 18th July
Where: Room 219, Leeds Conservatoire, St Peters Square
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Rebecca
By Anna McDonald (adapted from the novel by Daphne Du Maurier)
The narrator, an unnamed young girl marries Mr. de Winter, a wealthy older man, before coming to live in Manderley, his large house on the Cornish coast. However, the spirit of his previous wife, Rebecca, still seems to be present in the house, his psyche and the narrator's imaginings.
When: Friday 19th July
Where: Room 219, Leeds Conservatoire, St Peters Square
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The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue
By Janka Scepkova (adapted from the novel by Mackenzi Lee)
Monty, a young English nobleman, his best friend Percy and younger sister Felicity set out for Europe on a Grand tour. A journey that Monty envisioned as great fun, turns sour as he is constantly chaperoned by his bear leader- no drinking and gambling allowed, and what is worse he is painfully and utterly in love with his best friend.
This is Monty´s last chance to prove to his father that he is a worthy heir to inherit the title and the estate that comes with it, but he can´t seem to stay out of trouble. When one of Monty’s reckless decisions turns their trip abroad into a harrowing manhunt that spans across Europe, it calls into question everything he knows, including his relationship with the boy he adores.
When: Saturday 20th July
Where: Room 219, Leeds Conservatoire, St Peters Square
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FOLKLORE
By Rob Green
Thursday 18th July 2pm & 7pm: LORE Cast
Friday 19th July 2pm & 7pm: FOLK Cast
NEW UK MUSICALS CONCERT
Performed by our graduating MA Musical Theatre Company students
Saturday 20th July 2pm & 7pm
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PLAYREADING SEASON
A series of rehearsed readings of new plays adapted from novels, by Leeds Conservatoire MA Dramaturgy students.
Monday 15th - Saturday 20th July, 5pm each day
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SCRATCH NIGHTS
An exciting opportunity to see MA students share excerpts from their original work-in-development.
Monday 15th July 8:30pm
Tuesday 16th July 9pm
