Performance

The acclaimed Taking The Stage festival returns for its third year, celebrating and supporting women playwrights. This exciting day of performances will feature new plays, discussions, and talks, bringing powerful stories and conversations to the stage. The evening begins at 7:00 PM with a keynote speech from award-winning playwright Winsome Pinnock, setting the tone for […]

The Taking The Stage festival continues at MK Gallery with another exciting lineup of new plays celebrating the work of women playwrights. Day 2 offers an evening of captivating performances, insightful discussions, and thought-provoking theatre. - 6:00 PM: Four Weigh-ins and a Funeral by Emma Burnell A heartwarming play about the unexpected bonds formed among […]

The final day of the Taking The Stage festival at MK Gallery brings another inspiring evening of plays celebrating women playwrights and exploring diverse narratives. - 7:00 PM: Change of Engagement by Carly Halse Discover the bold life of Julie D’Aubigny, the 17th-century French opera diva, duelist, and bisexual trailblazer. This play questions gender and […]

On Day 4 of the Taking The Stage festival at MK Gallery, the spotlight shifts to the next generation of theatre makers. This afternoon session features exciting new performances and discussions from young creatives and industry professionals. - 2:30 PM: MK Theatre Young Company presents MY WORLD A group of talented young performers from MK […]

Join the final evening of the Taking The Stage festival at MK Gallery, as it wraps up four days of celebrating women playwrights with captivating performances and discussions. - 7:00 PM: Festival Closing Speech by Suzette Coon The festival’s closing speech will be delivered by playwright Suzette Coon, offering reflections on the festival’s success and […]