Jo Nead Contributor Bronze Gold

I am a Hertfordshire based RADA graduate working in Stage Management. I like to knit, cook and travel and I can always be found in or talking about a theatre!

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  • How important are young reviewers to theatres?
    How important are young reviewers to theatres? by Philippa Hancock

    Comment posted on 10 July 2019

    I also agree. If a show has a younger targets audience, sometimes adult/older reviewers will not connect with the piece or simply won't appreciate it for what it's worth.

    I have read a review of a show before where the reviewer really didn't like the piece and didn't understand what it was trying to achieve, which can put people off of going to see it. Luckily, I persevered and went to the show anyway, and was absolutely blown away. I was the ideal target audience for the show and I completely understood it.

    It reminded me that young voices are so important, especially in the arts, and reviewing is an excellent way for your voice to be heard.

  • Being Julie Andrews
    Being Julie Andrews by Jo Nead

    Comment posted on 6 May 2018

    Hi John,
    Thank you for your comment. First of all, thank you for highlighting my spelling mistake, I should have looked up the song before simply writing the most well-known line in, and have now corrected this oversight.
    I am incredibly pleased to hear that the technical difficulties of the show had been resolved since I saw it and that you enjoyed it so much.
    My reason for comparing the actress' voice to that of Julie Andrews was solely because she sang along to a backing track, and whether it was down to first night nerves or not, it was noticeable that she could not sing as well as Julie Andrews. This may never have even occurred to me if she had just sung to the backing music or by herself, as she did later in the show. This was merely an observation on my part.
    I'm sure you'll agree that everyone is entitled to their opinion, and that not everyone will enjoy every piece of theatre they see, and the article above simply states my opinions on the show. I am pleased you enjoyed it so much and were able to identify with it better than I could.

  • What is Hollywood's problem with diversity?
    What is Hollywood's problem with diversity? by Ellen Orange

    Comment posted on 24 January 2016

    I agree with you totally, so many incredible actors aren't getting the credit they deserve. Regarding the link you just commented with, I think it's both a step in the right direction and a little too late. To be quite honest, there is so much in the media now about how much more diverse the world is now, I kind of feel like this should have been done years ago. The Oscar's are so incredibly influential, they could have done a lot of good making this change earlier on. However, I feel it also sends the message that white men only vote for white men, women only vote for women and so on. Technically speaking, they shouldn't have to widen their board for these actors to get the recognition of an Oscar nomination, the people on the committee should be more than capable of voting for them themselves. Great article!

  • How art can make you happier
    How art can make you happier by Jo Nead

    Comment posted on 16 January 2016

    Thanks guys! I actually found this so hard to write as there's so much to it, I could have gone on for ages. It's a topic that is particularly close to my heart and I'm so glad you guys agree! I think a lot of people aren't aware of how important art is until they turn to it at some point for solace, and I think that often after that they never go back!

  • Beautiful, The Carol King Musical
    Beautiful, The Carol King Musical by [Deleted User]

    Comment posted on 16 January 2016

    Hi Isabelle, I really like your review, short and sweet! You obviously enjoyed the show. Was there a particular part or aspect of the show you liked? Maybe something technical or maybe the actress who played King was particularly inspiring for you? Including some personal opinions in the review can help people to understand why you liked the show and why they should go and see it. I've wanted to see this one for a while, do you think it's worth it?

  • Make art not war: theatre of social and political change
    Make art not war: theatre of social and political change by [Deleted User]

    Comment posted on 16 January 2016

    I love this, such an interesting area of theatre that I guess many people don't know much about. The fact that The Freedom Theatre is aimed mainly at women and young people is particularly intriguing, and clearly studying plays that mirror their current situation is useful for them. Great article!

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