Behind the scenes on tour with 'Silent Approach' Touring Theatre I love acting but it isn’t for the faint hearted. Touring theatre is exciting but it will  test your stamina, organisation, and vibe. I’ve recently finished  a tour of a hard hitting play called ‘Silent Approach’. I leaned a lot from this tour and other tours I have been on. Here are some tips that help performers actually survive and thrive on tour: Protect your energy • Touring is social — but you don’t have t

I love Bob Dylan! I took my friend Andy to watch ‘A Complete Unknown’ a  fictionalised film of Bob Dylan's life. We went to ‘Home’ Cinema in Manchester. I obviously had to buy a treat on the way and Green and Blacks never disappoint . I'd give it 5 stars ***** I asked Andy if he was excited and he said “got no idea, never heard of his music!’. Truly shocking! I loved the film. Timothy Chalamet played a brilliant Bob Dylan and I was totally ‘Blown Away In The Wind’ (pardon th

1. Prep Your Breaks Know your talking points  before the mic goes live. Outline intros, outros, and transitions—avoid rambling. Always know how you’re getting out  of a segment. 2. Mic Technique Position the mic 6–10 inches  from your mouth. I started my radio career with a Rode Mic USB which was easy to use with a great sound. Speak slightly off-axis  to reduce pops and harsh sibilance. Stay consistent—moving around changes your sound. 3. Voice & Delivery Talk to one person

Sometimes as a performer you feel like an imposter.... During lockdown I joined Radio Alty as a remote radio show host with only my voice and a Rode microphone (which I highly recommend as an entry mic). I really didn't know what I was doing and I messed up a lot BUT I persevered and created an engaging show full of mistakes and jokes and 'Whats the Craic with Marcella' was born. I was promoted to a 2 hour LIVE show and had the honour and privilege of interviewing amazing t