Theatre / Green Room Creative Productions

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

An abridged version of William Shakespeare's classic comedy. This 70-minute performance was developed over 6 months with a blended community and professional company of 14 people. During workshops and rehearsals at The Old Courts, the themes and characters of the play were given North West voices in a simply staged and applauded touring production.

“An excellent show. Well worth watching. Funny, clever and pacey. Don’t miss it!”
Veronica Teesdale

“Concise, enlightening, delightful and energetic!”
Audience members

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Cast included: Paul Leffler, Jenny Dickinson, Kieran Gallagher, Alex Lafferty, Kian Mokler, Maria Lowe, Megan Price, Laurie Jamieson, Lesley Watmough, Louise Fazackerley & Martin Green.

Performed at Sunshine House (Wigan), St Peter’s Pavilion (Hindley) & The Way Studio Theatre (Leigh Spinners Mill) between 20th – 26th October 2024.

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‘Shake, Prattle & Role’

This summer programme of free outdoor theatre engaged local writers to pen three short 20-minute plays based on the comedies, tragedies and histories of William Shakespeare. The authors were mentored by local writer, Julie McKiernan. Professional actors brought a modern and original twist to The Bard’s universal themes and stories, creating fun, dramatic and accessible short plays for family audiences at local events throughout July and August 2024.

“Really entertaining and also informative…“
Chris Johnson

“Accomplished, funny and inventive!”
Audience members

Professional Actors: Joanne Dakin, Nathan Morris, Lauren Sturgess & Ian Hayles.

Supporting Cast: Colin Blackledge, Jenny Dickinson & Megan Price.

"Is This A Yoga Mat I See Before Me?" by Jessica Hall
Tranquil Mac' and 'Blissful Beth' are yoga teachers. Hoping to become the King of Influence on social media, Mac's ruthless ambition challenges their very serene existence. A crazy and humorous tale about how the desire for more virtual followers can starve us of true human connection!

"Ronan & Julia - The Trial: Molyneux v Bartlett" by Sharon Godiff-Pulido
Two fathers come together in a mock trial following the tragic loss of their son and daughter. But who is to blame for preventing the natural course of true love? A short drama based on the themes of 'Romeo & Juliet' where you get to vote on the outcome!

"To Pee Or Not To Pee?" by Carl Hughes
Join us on a jovial journey to discover how Willy Shakespeare gained his genius status. In this pantomime romp from Stratford to London, you will search for the 'Quill of Destiny'. Along the way, you will work out who is good, where there is evil and how to stay true to your talent!

Performed at Haigh Woodland Park, Pennington Hall Park (Leigh), Leigh Library & Civic Square, The Museum of Wigan Life & Wigan Town Centre.

Beyond The Pier

Showcase development and preview of Alan Gregory & Scott Chapman’s musical about George Orwell. Narrated by Richard Horatio Blair and supported by the Orwell Society, this performance took place at Wigan & Leigh College, including professional actors and drama / dance students on 5th March 2022. Extracts of the show provided the audience with an exciting glimpse of what’s in store for the full production, when investment can be achieved.

“All who attended were united in their appreciation for the performance and the wider project.”
Alan Gregory

And May Your God Go With You

A dark comedy and collaboration between stand-up comedian, Chris Boyle, and writer, Julie McKiernan. In this one-man show, Chris plays Andrew, a dysfunctional retired undertaker who makes a series of discoveries which shake his world. Interspersed with pre-recorded films where the actor becomes Dave Allen, where he reminds Andrew, and the audience, that comedy is a serious business but we could all learn from laughing at ourselves a little more.

Performed at Live@theLibrary, Oldham and The Old Courts Theatre, Wigan.

Your Bard

Culture In The Community, Wigan Leisure & Culture Trust
A series of research workshops, script writing and rehearsals with members of BRAG, an alcohol recovery support group, alongside local actors. The story explored addiction, recovery and renewed ambitions. Performed at the Academy of Live & Recorded Arts, Trencherfield Mill, April 2014

“Absolutely excellent and thought-provoking piece. I hope that this goes out on tour as it has a very strong message for both young and old.”
Bridget Thomas Patmore

Mental Health Monologues

Research workshops with Sunshine House’s Health & Wellbeing Group on the subject of mental health led to the creation of four monologues, performed by local actors. These covered the topics of depression & anxiety, young people’s mental health, borderline personality disorder and dementia. Funded by Inspiring Healthy Lifestyle’s ‘Creative Pulse’ programme under the title of ‘Performing Arteries’.
Cast included: Kathleen O’Leary, Maggie Hall, David Hodgkinson and Martin Green.

“Green Room Creative’s monologues were just something different altogether – something that I can say proudly that I had a tiny input into. Martin's use of drama and character study helped to prompt various discussions around mental health issues, including the four main themes in the monologues. I am sure that this work will benefit many people around the borough. A fantastic event all round”
Michael Bentley, Health & Wellbeing Group