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    1.  Gymnopédies
    2.  The King's Orphan
    3.  Is there anybody there?
    4.  Living with Lois
    5.  Where Is The Life?
    6.  Soul Without End
    7.  Camels and Kings
    8.  Darkness Visible
    9.  Beggars Can Be Choosers
    10. The Devil who came to Dinner
    11. Opposites in Common
    12. Changing 1 - 3
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    15. The Cenotaph
    16. The Front of House Manager
    17. Eulogy
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    19. The Key
    20. Witchfinder the Musical
    21. To Be Frank
 5. Theatrical Adjudication & Criticism
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THEATRE WRITER, THEATRICAL ACQUISITIONS AGENT, DRAMA FESTIVAL ADJUDICATOR …

"I aspire to write plays which people will care about.
Plays that actors care enough about that they want to perform in them; that they
are intrigued by, fascinated with and want to be a part of a journey in bringing
them to the stage.
Plays that theatres care enough about that they believe staging them will add
value to their season, to their identity, to the mark they want to make and the
audience they wish to attract.
Stories that audience members will be engaged and entertained by and which will
stay with them after they leave the performance.
I care passionately that as theatre makers, we are part of a community of
creatives who help each other, value each other and support each other.
And finally, I care about the reviews I write and the Festivals I adjudicate. I
want those taking part to feel that their work is recognised and respected. That
there is value in ‘the doing’, the worth, the joy of performance. Above all
else, providing honest, respectful and considered feedback which celebrates the
effort made and inspires those involved to do more of the same."

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LOOKING FOR YOUR NEXT PRODUCTION? LOOKING FOR A PUBLISHER?

Martin is contracted to the Theatrical Publishers, Stagescripts.

Stagescripts Ltd is an independent publisher and rights-holder for the works of
mostly contemporary writers and composers of musical theatre and drama, serving
the needs of adventurous and innovative producers. As well as acting as their
Acquisitions Agent (looking for new works and new writers for the stage), Martin
is an Advocate, giving advice about their catalogue and finding the right play,
musical and pantomime for you. Let him help you take the pain out of picking
that next production. Get in touch using the contacts page or visit the
Stagescripts website.

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THEATRICAL ADJUDICATION, CRITIQUES & REVIEWS

Are you looking to engage a Theatre Adjudicator?

Are you organising a One Act or Full Length Drama Festival? 

Would you like your first night/preview reviewed?

Or do you want to have a trusted, objective and respected critic evaluate your
production and publish the same night via social media?

You are only as good as your last production.

Let a comprehensive, detailed and honest review help in telling your story and
showcasing your talents.

Use the Contacts page or click below to find out more as they are provided at no
charge.

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IS THERE ANYBODY THERE? When Sue meets Ann, an employee of her late husband, she
finds a soul mate in more ways than one. And following a chance conversation
about a psychic medium, she hatches a plan. A laugh. The chance to drink, to
joke and to make fun with impunity of those who she sees as pathetic for trying
to contact their dead relatives: laughing at the expense of those who pursue the
question ?Is there anybody there??

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WHERE IS THE LIFE? A black comedy about The Beeches residential home for
'retired gentlemen of the stage'. They have come from a bygone world and have
now created a new world which is bound together by images, reflections,
memories, longings of the past but equally, yearnings for a future. And when
Kelly the new Care Assistant arrives, everyone's world is placed in turmoil as
they all learn about themselves, loss, love and what really matters.

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THE KING'S ORPHAN: During the Great War, 116 young men who had attended
Blackburn Orphanage in Lancashire, went to war. 15 of them never returned; one
of them was only recorded by his name. ?The King?s Orphan? is a unique, touching
and very special story of how a generation of ordinary men did an extraordinary
thing. But it also illustrates how some men went to war to fight for something
bigger. For a family they had never known.

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LATEST NEWS


'ANCIENT AND MODERN' & 'LAST BUS TO WHITBY - FEEDBACK FROM THE AUDIENCE (2023)

Oct 23, 2023

“I saw these two monologue plays by Martin Paul Roche. Laugh out loud funny and
also very thought provoking. Two excellent performances. Go and see it if you
can. New plays on tour. Brilliant.” AND “Absolutely brilliant. Both performances
did justice to your writing! Great plays, very poignant in parts but ‘laugh out
loud’ comedic in others.”

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'WHERE IS THE LIFE?' FEEDBACK FROM THE AUDIENCE (2023)

Jun 27, 2023

"We were there last night. It was absolutely brilliant. Sensitive, funny and
absolutely heartbreaking. Moved us all to tears. Brilliant acting, brave choice
of play. Loved it. Definitely not to be missed" ... "Congratulations guys. This
play was brilliant. Such a rollercoaster of emotions. The cast and director did
a great job" ... "Watched it last night and really enjoyed it" ... "Book now to
avoid disappointment" ... "Utterly brilliant. Well done. Loved it"

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SERVICES PROVIDED

 * Script writing for musicals, plays and concert narrations
 * Song lyrics
 * Theatre Adjudication for Full Length and One Act Festivals
 * Introductory training in Theatre Adjudication
 * Commissioned/bespoke theatre critiques for individual productions
 * Workshops in Musical Theatre song presentation
 * After dinner speaking
 * Conference presentations
 * Concert & Event compere service
 * Newspaper/magazine/Internet/Blog reviews/crits
 * Theatrical Acqusitions Agent and Advocate


MARTIN PAUL ROCHE MAIN NAVIGATION

 1. Home
    1. New To You Theatre
 2. Background
 3. In Print
 4. Martin’s Work
    1.  Gymnopédies
    2.  The King's Orphan
    3.  Is there anybody there?
    4.  Living with Lois
    5.  Where Is The Life?
    6.  Soul Without End
    7.  Camels and Kings
    8.  Darkness Visible
    9.  Beggars Can Be Choosers
    10. The Devil who came to Dinner
    11. Opposites in Common
    12. Changing 1 - 3
    13. Ancient and Modern
    14. Last Bus to Whitby
    15. The Cenotaph
    16. The Front of House Manager
    17. Eulogy
    18. The Gershwins
    19. The Key
    20. Witchfinder the Musical
    21. To Be Frank
 5. Theatrical Adjudication & Criticism
 6. Contact Martin

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