Voicebox: Speak Up!
Never before have so many issues been championed at once. The environment; equal rights for ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+; an end to class discrimination and access to opportunities for the disabled. It's been over 100 years since women in the UK were first allowed to vote and the feminist fight for gender equality still continues. Refugees in desperate need of help and compassion are instead treated as criminals. Activism is integral to making these issues mainstream and bringing about much needed change. We at Voice want to shine a light on these movements, and specifically how you are campaigning for change. Big or small, global or personal, we can all make a difference, and we want to hear your stories. So whether you're at the forefront of an international movement, or you've just decided to cut down on plastic, share your story and help inspire others to make the world a brighter place!
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Feature
21 February 2019What are you doing to make a difference in the world?
View FeatureWith so many big issues currently unfolding in the world, it can seem a little overwhelming and you might be left wondering what you can do.
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Interview
21 February 2019We’re the leaders of the future: The 16 year old homeless drive organiser
View Interview“We are doing this to feed the homeless, not to feed egos.”
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Blog
21 February 2019Climate Change stories - Emily Jones, age 15
View BlogEmily Jones went on strike from school this Friday. Here's why...
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Photo Blog
17 February 2019Nationwide student strike for climate – in pictures
View Photo BlogVoice caught up with the march in London on Friday as thousands of students ditched classes to protest political inaction over climate change
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News
17 February 2019Students demand radical climate action in nationwide strike
View NewsThousands of young people take the day off school to protest political inaction over global warming
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Interview
28 January 2019Interview: Love Music Hate Racism
View InterviewWe speak to anti-racist campaigner Zak Cochrane, who also helps coordinate the Love Music Hate Racism campaign
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Feature
3 January 2019Interview: 'Idiot' artist burns his fine art degree, calls it art!
View FeatureDevonshire artist Tom Stockley, aka t.s. idiot, burnt his fine art degree and often wears a turkey hat. But he's no fool, that's for sure...
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Feature
30 November 2018Accessibility and the theatre: what’s the problem?
View FeatureFor some of us, going to the theatre is an enjoyable experience, and the only thing we have to worry about is the quality of the performance. However, members of the audience who are D/deaf or disabled can't even be guaranteed their needs will be accommodated.
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Interview
9 October 2018Working with refugees - Interview with writer Alexandros Plasatis
View InterviewWe catch up with Alexandros Plasatis, an immigrant ethnographer who writes fiction in English, his second language, and recently completed a project for Writing East Midlands working with refugees and asylum seekers.
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Interview
5 October 2018Interview with activist artist Dion Kitson
View InterviewWe catch up with artist Dion Kitson, an international British artist with a political message in his fine art.
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Feature
17 September 2018Five tips for using art to change the world from activist theatre troupe BP or Not BP?
View FeatureThinking of using art and creativity to make the world a better place? Here are a few tips from Danny of BP or Not BP? to get you started.
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Interview
12 September 2018Interview with Tom, Programme Delivery Manager at Drake Music
View InterviewWe catch up with Tom McGrath, Programme Delivery Manager at Drake Music, about breaking down disabling barriers to music, changes in the industry and music being a human right.
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Blog
28 August 2018No, people with invisible illnesses aren't trying to steal parking spaces
View BlogThere seems to be a misguided belief that people with autism or mental health difficulties want to cheat the system by getting a blue badge. I've never heard anything so laughable.
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Interview
23 August 2018Danny Chivers BP or not BP
View InterviewDanny Chivers from activist theatre troupe BP or not BP? chats to us about performing without permission, the origins of the company and using art to make a difference.
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Review
18 August 2018Rosie Jones: Fifteen Minutes
View ReviewRosie Jones’ Fifteen Minutes is a thrilling hour full of endless surprises, obscene jokes and witty social commentary.
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Blog
18 August 2018Breaking down barriers: How we can all help each other
View BlogWhen you start to think about some of the things we’ve discussed, it can sometimes be difficult to find a way of responding. Where do you begin? How do you get involved? What can you offer?
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Interview
16 August 2018Nicki Carter: Working for BP or Not BP
View InterviewWe catch up with Nicki Carter from BP or Not BP about using theatre for activism and how they feel about BP sponsoring the Royal Shakespeare Company.
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Review
14 August 2018A Silent Voice
View ReviewA Silent Voice (2016) - A redemption story that speaks volumes.
