The Remarkable Journey of Harold Fry
After Rachel Joyce's acclaimed novel about a senior's road trip was transformed into last year's movie, it showcased a few charming musical numbers by Sam Lee. In recent months, another musician Passenger delivered the music and lyrics for the theatrical version, which will relocate to London's theatre district in the new year. This recording of track versions, One for the Road – including bonus material that were cut from the theatrical show and a collaboration from performer Jack Wolfe, who acted as the musical narrator – is ready to view digitally.
The Mad Hatter's Tea Party
This performance group is giving the classic story an urban interpretation this winter, with their production at the famous venue. Looking back a decade, the same organization reimagined this beloved story with this dance adaptation. Available from Digital Theatre.
Hedda Gabler
Tanika Gupta moves this theatrical work from 19th century Norway to mid-century Britain and transforms the protagonist into a retired film celebrity, in a reimagining drawing from the experiences of acclaimed performer Merle Oberon. Hettie Macdonald guides Pearl Chanda in the debut production at the Orange Tree in Richmond. Available 25-28 November.
Aurélie Dupont's Graceful Instants
Director Cédric Klapisch is best known for his frequently lighthearted films – but he also has a devotion to ballet. His recent film titled En Corps featured ballerina Marion Barbeau, whose teacher this celebrated artist, the principal dancer transitioned to artistic leader at this prestigious company, is profiled with stunning performance clips in Klapisch's 2010 documentary, now on the streaming service.
The Property Drama
An intense performance from the actor fuels Shaan Sahota's recent theatrical work, which arrives at this streaming service on mid-November. That night, to celebrate accessibility awareness and two and a half decades of the inclusion-focused group Stagetext, there's a captioned digital presentation with interactive discussion for viewers. Signed, descriptive audio and noncaptioned versions of the play are accessible.
Creative Shorts
Pentabus's young talent initiative team utilize time effectively with this collection of brief theatrical pieces, told in short episodes on TikTok. The creators come from various British locations and the initial installment, written by the playwright, includes the acclaimed actor from this talented actor. A collaboration with Rural Media.
Reading Between Lines
A YA novel co-written by the bestselling author and her family member was the basis for this youth-focused show, which blurs the transformations of adolescence with a fantastical adventure based on its protagonist's beloved book. Staged in this US location in the past, it's on BroadwayHD.
Fleeting Moments
"La Capitana" was the moniker given to the Spanish performer this celebrated figure, who became a sensation in that historical period. The choreographer and dancer the artist honors the legendary dancer with this production, recorded during the French dance festival earlier this year accessible via Arte.tv.
