The Citizens Theatre Podcast

Six historic statues that originally sat on the front of the building, have been restored, to put be put back on the roof of the building ahead of reopening. The Community Collective has written a song inspired by the statues returning to the roof and imagining what they would think of the Gorbals now from this vantage point. Music by Hilary Brooks. Lyrics by Hilary Brooks and the Citizens Theatre...

​A horror radio play created by the Citizens Theatre WAC Ensemble. Cupid, Draw Back Your Bow is recommended for ages 15+. Scenes of violence, drug references and strong language. Inspired by their shared love of scary films, the company decided to create their own horror story for radio. Each of the ensemble created their own characters. The group then devised scenes where the characters came into...

In this episode, the Saturday Citizens raise awareness about living with disabilities and mental health issues, the group discuss their musical interests and recommendations for the week, and we hear a spoken word piece from Lloyd. Written and performed by the Saturday Citizens; Chloe, Haneen, Lloyd and Trudi. Supported by Morna McGeoch. Sound production and editing by Tom Fergus Arnott. The origi...

In this episode, the Saturday Citizens introduce us to some very special guests, we hear about the group’s musical interests and recommendations for the week and we hear Matilda’s new single. Written and performed by the Saturday Citizens; Calum, Jay, Matilda and Megan. Supported by Colin White. Sound production and editing by Tom Fergus Arnott. The original song ‘Invisible’ was written and perfor...

Through My Window is a project supporting women experiencing isolation throughout lockdown. Over the first lockdown and into Summer 2020 we amassed a series of recordings, photos and written work which responded to lockdown and feelings of isolation, coupled with moments of joy and creative connection. Find out more: www.citz.co.uk/projects/info/through-my-window

Through My Window is a project supporting women experiencing isolation throughout lockdown. Over the first lockdown and into Summer 2020 we amassed a series of recordings, photos and written work which responded to lockdown and feelings of isolation, coupled with moments of joy and creative connection. Find out more: www.citz.co.uk/projects/info/through-my-window

Through My Window is a project supporting women experiencing isolation throughout lockdown. Over the first lockdown and into Summer 2020 we amassed a series of recordings, photos and written work which responded to lockdown and feelings of isolation, coupled with moments of joy and creative connection. Find out more: www.citz.co.uk/projects/info/through-my-window

Through My Window is a project supporting women experiencing isolation throughout lockdown. Over the first lockdown and into Summer 2020 we amassed a series of recordings, photos and written work which responded to lockdown and feelings of isolation, coupled with moments of joy and creative connection. Find out more: www.citz.co.uk/projects/info/through-my-window

Through My Window is a project supporting women experiencing isolation throughout lockdown. Over the first lockdown and into Summer 2020 we amassed a series of recordings, photos and written work which responded to lockdown and feelings of isolation, coupled with moments of joy and creative connection. Find out more: www.citz.co.uk/projects/info/through-my-window

Through My Window is a project supporting women experiencing isolation throughout lockdown. Over the first lockdown and into Summer 2020 we amassed a series of recordings, photos and written work which responded to lockdown and feelings of isolation, coupled with moments of joy and creative connection. Find out more: www.citz.co.uk/projects/info/through-my-window

Through My Window is a project supporting women experiencing isolation throughout lockdown. Over the first lockdown and into Summer 2020 we amassed a series of recordings, photos and written work which responded to lockdown and feelings of isolation, coupled with moments of joy and creative connection. Find out more: www.citz.co.uk/projects/info/through-my-window

Through My Window is a project supporting women experiencing isolation throughout lockdown. Over the first lockdown and into Summer 2020 we amassed a series of recordings, photos and written work which responded to lockdown and feelings of isolation, coupled with moments of joy and creative connection. Find out more: www.citz.co.uk/projects/info/through-my-window

Through My Window is a project supporting women experiencing isolation throughout lockdown. Over the first lockdown and into Summer 2020 we amassed a series of recordings, photos and written work which responded to lockdown and feelings of isolation, coupled with moments of joy and creative connection. Find out more: www.citz.co.uk/projects/info/through-my-window

Through My Window is a project supporting women experiencing isolation throughout lockdown. Over the first lockdown and into Summer 2020 we amassed a series of recordings, photos and written work which responded to lockdown and feelings of isolation, coupled with moments of joy and creative connection. Find out more: www.citz.co.uk/projects/info/through-my-window

Through My Window is a project supporting women experiencing isolation throughout lockdown. Over the first lockdown and into Summer 2020 we amassed a series of recordings, photos and written work which responded to lockdown and feelings of isolation, coupled with moments of joy and creative connection. Find out more: www.citz.co.uk/projects/info/through-my-window

Through My Window is a project supporting women experiencing isolation throughout lockdown. Over the first lockdown and into Summer 2020 we amassed a series of recordings, photos and written work which responded to lockdown and feelings of isolation, coupled with moments of joy and creative connection. Find out more: www.citz.co.uk/projects/info/through-my-window

Through My Window is a project supporting women experiencing isolation throughout lockdown. Over the first lockdown and into Summer 2020 we amassed a series of recordings, photos and written work which responded to lockdown and feelings of isolation, coupled with moments of joy and creative connection. Find out more: www.citz.co.uk/projects/info/through-my-window

Through My Window is a project supporting women experiencing isolation throughout lockdown. Over the first lockdown and into Summer 2020 we amassed a series of recordings, photos and written work which responded to lockdown and feelings of isolation, coupled with moments of joy and creative connection. Find out more: www.citz.co.uk/projects/info/through-my-window

Through My Window is a project supporting women experiencing isolation throughout lockdown. Over the first lockdown and into Summer 2020 we amassed a series of recordings, photos and written work which responded to lockdown and feelings of isolation, coupled with moments of joy and creative connection. Find out more: www.citz.co.uk/projects/info/through-my-window

Assistant Director George Nichols provides an insight into the rehearsal process for Community Production A Night To Remember, the final Citizens Theatre production at the Citz ahead of our two year redevelopment project.

Playwright Peter Arnott and Community Drama Director Neil Packham talk about the final community show on the Citizens Theatre stage before it closes for two years.

Designer Tom Piper and Lighting Designer Ben Ormerod discuss their longstanding collaboration with Citizens Theatre Artistic Director Dominic Hill, and reveal some expert insights about staging Eugene O'Neill's challenging epic, Long Day's Journey Into Night.

Citizens Theatre Artistic Director Dominic Hill explains why he's staging Eugene O'Neill's epic play Long Day's Journey Into Night, which will be his final production before the Citz moves out of its Gorbals home for two years. http://www.citz.co.uk/whatson/info/long-days-journey-into-night Music by Lovira

We hear from three aspiring directors about their experience learning their craft here at the Citz - taking you right into the rehearsal room to explore some of the tricky questions about what the proper role of an assistant director is.

Over the coming months the Citizens Theatre Podcast will feature discussions and interviews that will keep you informed about the must-see shows taking to our stage, the latest developments as we embark on our biggest transformation in 140 years, with a few surprises along the way. Music by Lovira