History is about to misbehave

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 14:00:00 +0000

From 1680s livestock disputes to 1980s radio ads, this playful journey through time reveals the timeless quirks of local life...

Time Travel Radio is part of the History Misbehaves series of dramas and comedies using archival material to creatively engage with the past. It was created and inspired by York Archival Material from the Acomb Manorial Record and back issues of the Acomb Herald magazine. It was researched, devised, written and performed by Dorrie Brown, Holly Beer, Heather Carter, Ged Cooper, Sam Fawcett, Laurie Furnell, Jenny Hall, Phil Pollard, Noah Taylor and Ian Wood. Head writer and Script Editing by Paul Birch, Research advisor Chris Cassidy, Production Assistant Holly Beer. Time Travel Radio was directed by Kate Valentine and is a co-produced by Digital Drama, Riding Lights Theatre Company and York Explore Libraries and Archives.

History is about to misbehave is a series of audio dramas, artistic creations and interviews inspired by the archive and local history collections relating to York.

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History Misbehaves: All Change

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Join Marie and her friend Rose as they wade through the Tang Beck, dreaming of a brighter future and post-war dances at the De Grey Rooms.

History Misbehaves is a series of dramatic monologues and these are Tang Hall Stories inspired by the rich histories and stories of Tang Hall. The audio has been co-created by Tang Hall residents, writer Paul Birch and director Kate Valentine.

Spanning seven centuries, these dramatic monologues feature people living in the Tang Hall area of York. Meet brave Leoric boar hunting in the forest, philosophising Noah digging plague pits, determined Nan Ball disguising herself to join the Civil War, and the formidable Lady Starkey taking the removal of poachers on her land of Tang Hall into her own hands. Moving from Hungate into the new Tang Hall estate is life-changing for Lenoard, young Rachel huddled in an Anderson shelter recalls witnessing a local tragedy in war-time black-out, whilst there is no chance of peace for Amy as she anxiously awaits her husband to return from working on the trains. Hope glimmers for the future as Marie and her friend Rose wade through the Tang Beck to go post-war dancing in the De Grey Rooms.

History Misbehaves was commissioned by Explore York Libraries and Archives, a National Portfolio Organisation (NPO), designated by Arts Council England. The funding recognises Explore’s cultural contribution in creating and promoting artistic experiences, supporting artists, and engaging communities.

Production:

Writer: Paul Birch

Director: Kate Valentine

Sound Editor: Matteo Falco

Production Assistant: Holly Beer

Episodes:

The Beast of Tang Hall – Performed by Kordian Nixon

The End of the World – Performed by Noah Taylor

All the King’s Women – Written and performed by Ann Crosley with additional material by Paul Birch

The Diary of Lady Starkey – Written and performed by Sheelagh Loftus with additional material by Paul Birch

Head Above Water – Written and performed by Ian Breffit with additional material by Paul Birch

Mr Hawley’s Boots – Performed by Eilidh Hitchins, with special thanks to David Poole for research

No Chance of Peace – Performed by Bernie Oxberry, written by Brian Oxbery with additional material by Paul Birch and Bernie Oxberry

All Change – Written and performed by Jennie Hitchins with additional material by Paul Birch

Thanks to David Poole for his research.

Thanks also to Jorvik Radio and volunteers for their assistance with recording Tang Hall Stories.

History is about to misbehave is a series of audio dramas, artistic creations and interviews inspired by the archive and local history collections relating to York.

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History Misbehaves: No Chance of Peace

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Meet Amy, a woman living through the anxieties of wartime. As she awaits her husband’s return from working on the trains, Amy grapples with fear and the unrelenting pressures of life during conflict.

History Misbehaves is a series of dramatic monologues and these are Tang Hall Stories inspired by the rich histories and stories of Tang Hall. The audio has been co-created by Tang Hall residents, writer Paul Birch and director Kate Valentine.

Spanning seven centuries, these dramatic monologues feature people living in the Tang Hall area of York. Meet brave Leoric boar hunting in the forest, philosophising Noah digging plague pits, determined Nan Ball disguising herself to join the Civil War, and the formidable Lady Starkey taking the removal of poachers on her land of Tang Hall into her own hands. Moving from Hungate into the new Tang Hall estate is life-changing for Lenoard, young Rachel huddled in an Anderson shelter recalls witnessing a local tragedy in war-time black-out, whilst there is no chance of peace for Amy as she anxiously awaits her husband to return from working on the trains. Hope glimmers for the future as Marie and her friend Rose wade through the Tang Beck to go post-war dancing in the De Grey Rooms.

History Misbehaves was commissioned by Explore York Libraries and Archives, a National Portfolio Organisation (NPO), designated by Arts Council England. The funding recognises Explore’s cultural contribution in creating and promoting artistic experiences, supporting artists, and engaging communities.

Production:

Writer: Paul Birch

Director: Kate Valentine

Sound Editor: Matteo Falco

Production Assistant: Holly Beer

Episodes:

The Beast of Tang Hall – Performed by Kordian Nixon

The End of the World – Performed by Noah Taylor

All the King’s Women – Written and performed by Ann Crosley with additional material by Paul Birch

The Diary of Lady Starkey – Written and performed by Sheelagh Loftus with additional material by Paul Birch

Head Above Water – Written and performed by Ian Breffit with additional material by Paul Birch

Mr Hawley’s Boots – Performed by Eilidh Hitchins, with special thanks to David Poole for research

No Chance of Peace – Performed by Bernie Oxberry, written by Brian Oxbery with additional material by Paul Birch and Bernie Oxberry

All Change – Written and performed by Jennie Hitchins with additional material by Paul Birch

Thanks to David Poole for his research.

Thanks also to Jorvik Radio and volunteers for their assistance with recording Tang Hall Stories.

History is about to misbehave is a series of audio dramas, artistic creations and interviews inspired by the archive and local history collections relating to York.

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History Misbehaves: Mr Hawley's Boots

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Step into the shoes of Rachel, a young girl huddled in an Anderson shelter during a wartime blackout. As bombs fall around her, she recalls witnessing a heartbreaking local tragedy...

History Misbehaves is a series of dramatic monologues and these are Tang Hall Stories inspired by the rich histories and stories of Tang Hall. The audio has been co-created by Tang Hall residents, writer Paul Birch and director Kate Valentine.

Spanning seven centuries, these dramatic monologues feature people living in the Tang Hall area of York. Meet brave Leoric boar hunting in the forest, philosophising Noah digging plague pits, determined Nan Ball disguising herself to join the Civil War, and the formidable Lady Starkey taking the removal of poachers on her land of Tang Hall into her own hands. Moving from Hungate into the new Tang Hall estate is life-changing for Lenoard, young Rachel huddled in an Anderson shelter recalls witnessing a local tragedy in war-time black-out, whilst there is no chance of peace for Amy as she anxiously awaits her husband to return from working on the trains. Hope glimmers for the future as Marie and her friend Rose wade through the Tang Beck to go post-war dancing in the De Grey Rooms.

History Misbehaves was commissioned by Explore York Libraries and Archives, a National Portfolio Organisation (NPO), designated by Arts Council England. The funding recognises Explore’s cultural contribution in creating and promoting artistic experiences, supporting artists, and engaging communities.

Production:

Writer: Paul Birch

Director: Kate Valentine

Sound Editor: Matteo Falco

Production Assistant: Holly Beer

Episodes:

The Beast of Tang Hall – Performed by Kordian Nixon

The End of the World – Performed by Noah Taylor

All the King’s Women – Written and performed by Ann Crosley with additional material by Paul Birch

The Diary of Lady Starkey – Written and performed by Sheelagh Loftus with additional material by Paul Birch

Head Above Water – Written and performed by Ian Breffit with additional material by Paul Birch

Mr Hawley’s Boots – Performed by Eilidh Hitchins, with special thanks to David Poole for research

No Chance of Peace – Performed by Bernie Oxberry, written by Brian Oxbery with additional material by Paul Birch and Bernie Oxberry

All Change – Written and performed by Jennie Hitchins with additional material by Paul Birch

Thanks to David Poole for his research.

Thanks also to Jorvik Radio and volunteers for their assistance with recording Tang Hall Stories.

History is about to misbehave is a series of audio dramas, artistic creations and interviews inspired by the archive and local history collections relating to York.

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History Misbehaves: Head Above Water

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Meet Leonard, a man whose life is transformed as he moves from Hungate to the newly built Tang Hall estate.

History Misbehaves is a series of dramatic monologues and these are Tang Hall Stories inspired by the rich histories and stories of Tang Hall. The audio has been co-created by Tang Hall residents, writer Paul Birch and director Kate Valentine.

Spanning seven centuries, these dramatic monologues feature people living in the Tang Hall area of York. Meet brave Leoric boar hunting in the forest, philosophising Noah digging plague pits, determined Nan Ball disguising herself to join the Civil War, and the formidable Lady Starkey taking the removal of poachers on her land of Tang Hall into her own hands. Moving from Hungate into the new Tang Hall estate is life-changing for Lenoard, young Rachel huddled in an Anderson shelter recalls witnessing a local tragedy in war-time black-out, whilst there is no chance of peace for Amy as she anxiously awaits her husband to return from working on the trains. Hope glimmers for the future as Marie and her friend Rose wade through the Tang Beck to go post-war dancing in the De Grey Rooms.

History Misbehaves was commissioned by Explore York Libraries and Archives, a National Portfolio Organisation (NPO), designated by Arts Council England. The funding recognises Explore’s cultural contribution in creating and promoting artistic experiences, supporting artists, and engaging communities.

Production:

Writer: Paul Birch

Director: Kate Valentine

Sound Editor: Matteo Falco

Production Assistant: Holly Beer

Episodes:

The Beast of Tang Hall – Performed by Kordian Nixon

The End of the World – Performed by Noah Taylor

All the King’s Women – Written and performed by Ann Crosley with additional material by Paul Birch

The Diary of Lady Starkey – Written and performed by Sheelagh Loftus with additional material by Paul Birch

Head Above Water – Written and performed by Ian Breffit with additional material by Paul Birch

Mr Hawley’s Boots – Performed by Eilidh Hitchins, with special thanks to David Poole for research

No Chance of Peace – Performed by Bernie Oxberry, written by Brian Oxbery with additional material by Paul Birch and Bernie Oxberry

All Change – Written and performed by Jennie Hitchins with additional material by Paul Birch

Thanks to David Poole for his research.

Thanks also to Jorvik Radio and volunteers for their assistance with recording Tang Hall Stories.

History is about to misbehave is a series of audio dramas, artistic creations and interviews inspired by the archive and local history collections relating to York.

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History Misbehaves: The Diary of Lady Starkey

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Step into the world of Lady Starkey, a formidable woman who takes justice into her own hands to deal with poachers on her Tang Hall estate.

History Misbehaves is a series of dramatic monologues and these are Tang Hall Stories inspired by the rich histories and stories of Tang Hall. The audio has been co-created by Tang Hall residents, writer Paul Birch and director Kate Valentine.

Spanning seven centuries, these dramatic monologues feature people living in the Tang Hall area of York. Meet brave Leoric boar hunting in the forest, philosophising Noah digging plague pits, determined Nan Ball disguising herself to join the Civil War, and the formidable Lady Starkey taking the removal of poachers on her land of Tang Hall into her own hands. Moving from Hungate into the new Tang Hall estate is life-changing for Lenoard, young Rachel huddled in an Anderson shelter recalls witnessing a local tragedy in war-time black-out, whilst there is no chance of peace for Amy as she anxiously awaits her husband to return from working on the trains. Hope glimmers for the future as Marie and her friend Rose wade through the Tang Beck to go post-war dancing in the De Grey Rooms.

History Misbehaves was commissioned by Explore York Libraries and Archives, a National Portfolio Organisation (NPO), designated by Arts Council England. The funding recognises Explore’s cultural contribution in creating and promoting artistic experiences, supporting artists, and engaging communities.

Production:

Writer: Paul Birch

Director: Kate Valentine

Sound Editor: Matteo Falco

Production Assistant: Holly Beer

Episodes:

The Beast of Tang Hall – Performed by Kordian Nixon

The End of the World – Performed by Noah Taylor

All the King’s Women – Written and performed by Ann Crosley with additional material by Paul Birch

The Diary of Lady Starkey – Written and performed by Sheelagh Loftus with additional material by Paul Birch

Head Above Water – Written and performed by Ian Breffit with additional material by Paul Birch

Mr Hawley’s Boots – Performed by Eilidh Hitchins, with special thanks to David Poole for research

No Chance of Peace – Performed by Bernie Oxberry, written by Brian Oxbery with additional material by Paul Birch and Bernie Oxberry

All Change – Written and performed by Jennie Hitchins with additional material by Paul Birch

Thanks to David Poole for his research.

Thanks also to Jorvik Radio and volunteers for their assistance with recording Tang Hall Stories.

History is about to misbehave is a series of audio dramas, artistic creations and interviews inspired by the archive and local history collections relating to York.

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History Misbehaves: All the King's Women

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Meet Nan Ball, a determined and courageous woman who disguises herself as a soldier to follow her love into the chaos of the Civil War.

History Misbehaves is a series of dramatic monologues and these are Tang Hall Stories inspired by the rich histories and stories of Tang Hall. The audio has been co-created by Tang Hall residents, writer Paul Birch and director Kate Valentine.

Spanning seven centuries, these dramatic monologues feature people living in the Tang Hall area of York. Meet brave Leoric boar hunting in the forest, philosophising Noah digging plague pits, determined Nan Ball disguising herself to join the Civil War, and the formidable Lady Starkey taking the removal of poachers on her land of Tang Hall into her own hands. Moving from Hungate into the new Tang Hall estate is life-changing for Lenoard, young Rachel huddled in an Anderson shelter recalls witnessing a local tragedy in war-time black-out, whilst there is no chance of peace for Amy as she anxiously awaits her husband to return from working on the trains. Hope glimmers for the future as Marie and her friend Rose wade through the Tang Beck to go post-war dancing in the De Grey Rooms.

History Misbehaves was commissioned by Explore York Libraries and Archives, a National Portfolio Organisation (NPO), designated by Arts Council England. The funding recognises Explore’s cultural contribution in creating and promoting artistic experiences, supporting artists, and engaging communities.

Production:

Writer: Paul Birch

Director: Kate Valentine

Sound Editor: Matteo Falco

Production Assistant: Holly Beer

Episodes:

The Beast of Tang Hall – Performed by Kordian Nixon

The End of the World – Performed by Noah Taylor

All the King’s Women – Written and performed by Ann Crosley with additional material by Paul Birch

The Diary of Lady Starkey – Written and performed by Sheelagh Loftus with additional material by Paul Birch

Head Above Water – Written and performed by Ian Breffit with additional material by Paul Birch

Mr Hawley’s Boots – Performed by Eilidh Hitchins, with special thanks to David Poole for research

No Chance of Peace – Performed by Bernie Oxberry, written by Brian Oxbery with additional material by Paul Birch and Bernie Oxberry

All Change – Written and performed by Jennie Hitchins with additional material by Paul Birch

Thanks to David Poole for his research.

Thanks also to Jorvik Radio and volunteers for their assistance with recording Tang Hall Stories.

History is about to misbehave is a series of audio dramas, artistic creations and interviews inspired by the archive and local history collections relating to York.

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History Misbehaves: The End of the World

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Journey to a time of darkness and uncertainty with Noah, a thoughtful and resilient soul tasked with the grim duty of digging plague pits.

History Misbehaves is a series of dramatic monologues and these are Tang Hall Stories inspired by the rich histories and stories of Tang Hall. The audio has been co-created by Tang Hall residents, writer Paul Birch and director Kate Valentine.

Spanning seven centuries, these dramatic monologues feature people living in the Tang Hall area of York. Meet brave Leoric boar hunting in the forest, philosophising Noah digging plague pits, determined Nan Ball disguising herself to join the Civil War, and the formidable Lady Starkey taking the removal of poachers on her land of Tang Hall into her own hands. Moving from Hungate into the new Tang Hall estate is life-changing for Lenoard, young Rachel huddled in an Anderson shelter recalls witnessing a local tragedy in war-time black-out, whilst there is no chance of peace for Amy as she anxiously awaits her husband to return from working on the trains. Hope glimmers for the future as Marie and her friend Rose wade through the Tang Beck to go post-war dancing in the De Grey Rooms.

History Misbehaves was commissioned by Explore York Libraries and Archives, a National Portfolio Organisation (NPO), designated by Arts Council England. The funding recognises Explore’s cultural contribution in creating and promoting artistic experiences, supporting artists, and engaging communities.

Production:

Writer: Paul Birch

Director: Kate Valentine

Sound Editor: Matteo Falco

Production Assistant: Holly Beer

Episodes:

The Beast of Tang Hall – Performed by Kordian Nixon

The End of the World – Performed by Noah Taylor

All the King’s Women – Written and performed by Ann Crosley with additional material by Paul Birch

The Diary of Lady Starkey – Written and performed by Sheelagh Loftus with additional material by Paul Birch

Head Above Water – Written and performed by Ian Breffit with additional material by Paul Birch

Mr Hawley’s Boots – Performed by Eilidh Hitchins, with special thanks to David Poole for research

No Chance of Peace – Performed by Bernie Oxberry, written by Brian Oxbery with additional material by Paul Birch and Bernie Oxberry

All Change – Written and performed by Jennie Hitchins with additional material by Paul Birch

Thanks to David Poole for his research.

Thanks also to Jorvik Radio and volunteers for their assistance with recording Tang Hall Stories.

History is about to misbehave is a series of audio dramas, artistic creations and interviews inspired by the archive and local history collections relating to York.

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History Misbehaves: The Beast of Tang Hall

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Step back to the middle ages of Tang Hall and meet Leoric, a brave hunter risking everything to feed his family. Venture into the forests of Tang Hall when everything was still wild...

History Misbehaves is a series of dramatic monologues and these are Tang Hall Stories inspired by the rich histories and stories of Tang Hall. The audio has been co-created by Tang Hall residents, writer Paul Birch and director Kate Valentine.

Spanning seven centuries, these dramatic monologues feature people living in the Tang Hall area of York. Meet brave Leoric boar hunting in the forest, philosophising Noah digging plague pits, determined Nan Ball disguising herself to join the Civil War, and the formidable Lady Starkey taking the removal of poachers on her land of Tang Hall into her own hands. Moving from Hungate into the new Tang Hall estate is life-changing for Lenoard, young Rachel huddled in an Anderson shelter recalls witnessing a local tragedy in war-time black-out, whilst there is no chance of peace for Amy as she anxiously awaits her husband to return from working on the trains. Hope glimmers for the future as Marie and her friend Rose wade through the Tang Beck to go post-war dancing in the De Grey Rooms.

History Misbehaves was commissioned by Explore York Libraries and Archives, a National Portfolio Organisation (NPO), designated by Arts Council England. The funding recognises Explore’s cultural contribution in creating and promoting artistic experiences, supporting artists, and engaging communities.

Production:

Writer: Paul Birch

Director: Kate Valentine

Sound Editor: Matteo Falco

Production Assistant: Holly Beer

Episodes:

The Beast of Tang Hall – Performed by Kordian Nixon

The End of the World – Performed by Noah Taylor

All the King’s Women – Written and performed by Ann Crosley with additional material by Paul Birch

The Diary of Lady Starkey – Written and performed by Sheelagh Loftus with additional material by Paul Birch

Head Above Water – Written and performed by Ian Breffit with additional material by Paul Birch

Mr Hawley’s Boots – Performed by Eilidh Hitchins, with special thanks to David Poole for research

No Chance of Peace – Performed by Bernie Oxberry, written by Brian Oxbery with additional material by Paul Birch and Bernie Oxberry

All Change – Written and performed by Jennie Hitchins with additional material by Paul Birch

Thanks to David Poole for his research.

Thanks also to Jorvik Radio and volunteers for their assistance with recording Tang Hall Stories.

History is about to misbehave is a series of audio dramas, artistic creations and interviews inspired by the archive and local history collections relating to York.

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INNovating Audio – Episode 3 – One for the Road

Fri, 19 May 2023 12:00:00 +0100

Inspired by the history of the City of York’s coaching inns, INNovating is a three-part audio drama that evokes the sounds and stories of these vibrant places of hospitality for travellers in the 1820s, stopping off on their journey along the Great North Road.

Co-created by community researchers and actors, INNovating is written by Paul Birch and directed by Kate Valentine. The audio drama is a binaural experience, best listened to through headphones.

For more information to to www.innovating.co.uk

Cast

Jem – Christie Barnes

Coachman Tom – Phil Massey

Mrs Hammerton – Emma Wise

Parson – Paul Birch

Dragoon – Charlie Cayzer

Market Boy – Aaron Birch

Mr Hammerton – Mark Gowland

Oyster Seller – Kirsty O’Rourke

Peter – Paul Birch

Jane – Livy Potter

Annie – Julie Speedie

Mrs Flowers – Heather Carter

Jake – Mark Gowland

Production

Writer – Paul Birch

Director – Kate Valentine

Sound Designer – Matteo Falco

Composer – Cristina Crespo

Production Assistant – Kirsty O’Rourke

Production Runner – Charlie Cayzer

Research

Sylvia Hogarth

Peter Hogarth

History is about to misbehave is a series of audio dramas, artistic creations and interviews inspired by the archive and local history collections relating to York.

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INNovating Audio Episode 2 – The Arrival

Fri, 12 May 2023 12:00:00 +0100

Inspired by the history of the City of York’s coaching inns, INNovating is a three-part audio drama that evokes the sounds and stories of these vibrant places of hospitality for travellers in the 1820s, stopping off on their journey along the Great North Road.

Co-created by community researchers and actors, INNovating is written by Paul Birch and directed by Kate Valentine. The audio drama is a binaural experience, best listened to through headphones.

For more information to to www.innovating.co.uk

Cast

Jem – Christie Barnes

Coachman Tom – Phil Massey

Mrs Hammerton – Emma Wise

Parson – Paul Birch

Dragoon – Charlie Cayzer

Market Boy – Aaron Birch

Mr Hammerton – Mark Gowland

Oyster Seller – Kirsty O’Rourke

Peter – Paul Birch

Jane – Livy Potter

Annie – Julie Speedie

Mrs Flowers – Heather Carter

Jake – Mark Gowland

Production

Writer – Paul Birch

Director – Kate Valentine

Sound Designer – Matteo Falco

Composer – Cristina Crespo

Production Assistant – Kirsty O’Rourke

Production Runner – Charlie Cayzer

Research

Sylvia Hogarth

Peter Hogarth

History is about to misbehave is a series of audio dramas, artistic creations and interviews inspired by the archive and local history collections relating to York.

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INNovating Audio Episode 1 - A Class Act

Fri, 05 May 2023 10:00:00 +0100

Inspired by the history of the City of York’s coaching inns, INNovating is a three-part audio drama that evokes the sounds and stories of these vibrant places of hospitality for travellers in the 1820s, stopping off on their journey along the Great North Road.

Co-created by community researchers and actors, INNovating is written by Paul Birch and directed by Kate Valentine. The audio drama is a binaural experience, best listened to through headphones.

For more information to to www.innovating.co.uk

Cast

Jem – Christie Barnes

Coachman Tom – Phil Massey

Mrs Hammerton – Emma Wise

Parson – Paul Birch

Dragoon – Charlie Cayzer

Market Boy – Aaron Birch

Mr Hammerton – Mark Gowland

Oyster Seller – Kirsty O’Rourke

Peter – Paul Birch

Jane – Livy Potter

Annie – Julie Speedie

Mrs Flowers – Heather Carter

Jake – Mark Gowland

Production

Writer – Paul Birch

Director – Kate Valentine

Sound Designer – Matteo Falco

Composer – Cristina Crespo

Production Assistant – Kirsty O’Rourke

Production Runner – Charlie Cayzer

Research

Sylvia Hogarth

Peter Hogarth

History is about to misbehave is a series of audio dramas, artistic creations and interviews inspired by the archive and local history collections relating to York.

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The Nuisance Inspector

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 18:00:00 +0000

Experience a sinister slice of York’s history by joining us for an audio drama behind the Hungate Clearances in York.

It is the 1930s and York’s newest Health Inspector encounters more than he bargains for in the mysterious and extraordinary alleys and yards of Hungate.

A strange body in the Foss, ghostly goings-on in Carmelite Street and an unlikely romance all feature in this moving tale of love, loss and community spirit.

Based on real events and inspired by letters, maps, books and photographs from the civic archives, The Nuisance Inspector uses drama, comedy and live music to transport you into a powerful and poignant past.

Prepare to be immersed…

Credits:
Nuisance Inspector written and directed by Paul Birch

Produced by Dave Fleming

Historical consultant Dr Julie-Ann Vickers

Performed by Colin Benson, Paul Birch, Thomas Frere, Tom Jackson, Rachel Price

Music composed and performed by Emily Lawler

Audio production Matt Seymour

Photography by Jackson Portraiture

Thanks to:
Explore York Libraries and Archives, Pauline Rourke at York Theatre Royal and Wellcome Trust who funded the cataloguing and conservation of the Past Caring Archives.

An Explore Labs production supported by public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.

History is about to misbehave is a series of audio dramas, artistic creations and interviews inspired by the archive and local history collections relating to York.

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Teaser - The Nuisance Inspector

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 15:00:00 +0000

Teaser podcast for the up and coming "The Nuisance Inspector," audio drama released on Friday 27 November.

History is about to misbehave...

The Nuisance Inspector:
Experience a sinister slice of York’s history by joining us for an audio drama behind the Hungate Clearances in York.

It is the 1930s and York’s newest Health Inspector encounters more than he bargains for in the mysterious and extraordinary alleys and yards of Hungate.

A strange body in the Foss, ghostly goings-on in Carmelite Street and an unlikely romance all feature in this moving tale of love, loss and community spirit.

Based on real events and inspired by letters, maps, books and photographs from the civic archives, The Nuisance Inspector uses drama, comedy and live music to transport you into a powerful and poignant past.

Prepare to be immersed…

Credits:
Nuisance Inspector written and directed by Paul Birch

Produced by Dave Fleming

Historical consultant Dr Julie-Ann Vickers

Performed by Colin Benson, Paul Birch, Thomas Frere, Tom Jackson, Rachel Price

Music composed and performed by Emily Lawler

Audio production Matt Seymour

Photography by Jackson Portraiture

Thanks to:
Explore York Libraries and Archives, Pauline Rourke at York Theatre Royal and Wellcome Trust who funded the cataloguing and conservation of the Past Caring Archives.

An Explore Labs production supported by public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.

History is about to misbehave is a series of audio dramas, artistic creations and interviews inspired by the archive and local history collections relating to York.

Direct MP3 link