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Articles

Corteo - Royal Albert Hall | Review

Jan 16, 2025 | londontheatre1.com | Ben Ross

It’s the funeral of a clown-dreamer. Not satisfied with being dead, he rises to float through the magical life and experiences he wishes to remember. The design is bedroom fantasia – mattresses become trampolines, chandeliers trapezes, balloons are clouds and angels swoop by. We are treated to a circus performance with superior attention to storyline and particularly soundtrack.
En Haut (Up Up Up Up Up) - The Space Theatre | Review

Nov 10, 2024 | londontheatre1.com | Ben Ross

An angel is cast out of heaven; told he shall never return. He lands on Earth in a giant egg, before hatching a plan to climb back up. He nurses a (normal-sized) egg, his only friend. All the while with only a fluffy cloud to protect his newly-discovered modesty. So far, so bizarre. This is a one-man show, performed by the one-name-only Jasper, but in each tour location he partners with local Gregorian chant singers, to provide an at times haunting soundscape.
Filibuster - Jackson's Lane

Oct 19, 2024 | londontheatre1.com | Ben Ross

The first thing to get clear is that Tom Gaskin has talent. It’s a big ask to sustain a one-man show for seventy minutes, without boring an audience. Especially so in circus – traditionally an ensemble medium, where a diverse cast brings a variety of disciplines to entertain and dazzle. It’s down to Gaskin alone to juggle and clown, puppeteer and balance, and he pulls off quite a few feats that have the audience cheering and gasping, and prove he’s no one-trick pony.
How to Personalize Your Book Nook: Add Your Unique Style to Your Reading Sanctuary

Oct 14, 2024 | medium.com | Ben Ross

Ben Ross·Follow3 min read·--A book nook is more than just a spot to read a book; it’s a sanctuary where you can escape the chaos of everyday life and immerse yourself in the world of words. When it comes to creating the perfect book nook, personalization is key. By incorporating elements that reflect your unique style, you can transform a simple reading space into a cozy retreat that invites relaxation and inspiration.
The Film Industry, Marvel Studios, and the Shared Universe

Sep 2, 2024 | hollywoodinsider.com | Ben Ross

Table of ContentsToggleThe film industry is in a much different place now than it was back in the 2000s. The most popular franchise was the ‘Harry Potter’ series and the genre of superhero films was only beginning to really gain in popularity. But in 2008, a film came out that would radically change the landscape of blockbusters and big-budget studios: Marvel Studios’ ‘Iron Man.’‘Iron Man’ premiered to both critical and commercial success.
A Tribute to John Hughes and His Impact on Cinema: How His Iconic Filmography Defined the 80s and Beyond

Sep 2, 2024 | hollywoodinsider.com | Ben Ross

Table of ContentsToggleWords cannot describe the impact John Hughes has had on Cinema. His movies have impacted a generation of teenagers and fledgling filmmakers. How many times have you seen ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ being played on TV, or heard “Don’t You (Forget About Me)” from ‘The Breakfast Club’ on any 80s radio station? He defined the 1980s and 90s, and his teen comedies are still analyzed and discussed today.
The Beauty of Old Cartoons: Why We Love These Animated Stories From the Past

Jul 4, 2024 | hollywoodinsider.com | Ben Ross

Animation has always been a method of storytelling loved by many. It’s something new and different and looks unlike anything else you could see in the real world. This form has come a long way in the last hundred or so years. It was only 96 years ago that ‘Steamboat Willie’ came out and popularized sound cartoons, and look how far we’ve come since.
Punchdrunk's Viola's Room | Review

Jun 4, 2024 | londontheatre1.com | Ben Ross

When I heard that Punchdrunk, the masters of site-specific theatre, had bought two large warehouses in Woolwich Arsenal, I was excited. Sure, like everyone I was excited about their return to their London base with The Burnt City, which didn’t disappoint. But, more than that, even before that show opened, I was excited to see what they did next.
The History of Jim Henson: From the Muppets to ‘Labyrinth’ and Everything Else in Between

May 31, 2024 | hollywoodinsider.com | Ben Ross

Table of ContentsToggleJim Henson is a man who needs no introduction. He’s a household name, famous for his intricate puppets and his creative genius. Throughout the late 20th century, he captivated people worldwide with fun characters and innovations in puppetry that could only be thought up by someone as gifted and ingenious as Henson himself. He brought smiles to millions of faces, and his work has forever left an impact on the world of entertainment as a whole.
The Nose Dive Assembly at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

May 19, 2024 | londontheatre1.com | Ben Ross

A clown sees a parrot, and wants to become one herself. It’s the sort of throughline you might expect from Cirque du Soleil – but the treatment of this narrative couldn’t be more different in Revel Puck Circus’s delightful, gravity-defying, downright fun The Nose Dive Assembly. It’s a touring circus production for the whole family – and, as is made clear from their consistent focus on inclusion and accessibility – for every family.