'Opposites in Common' feedback from the premiere (2024)
Some of the audience feedback from the opening night ...
“Go and see this play, I've just been to the first night. It's a super script, two fabulous actors; it’s Martin's best work by far and the best play I've seen on a stage for a long time.” ... “Just home from seeing this ... OMG! 11/10! Not a dry eye in the house.” ... “Brilliant! Well done to all involved, very well written and amazing performances. I laughed a lot and cried! I was hooked all the way through! You should be very proud!” ... “ … credit where credits due. I had no idea the interval was coming. I didn’t want it to stop and the ending was so emotional” ... “The best play I have seen in a long time. Excellent."
'Ancient and Modern' & 'Last bus to Whitby - Feedback from the audience (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.”
'Where is the life?' Feedback from the audience (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"
“With ‘Living With Lois’ we saw a palpably creative and very positive dramatic impact and were fulfilled in both delivery and execution. There was complete understanding and control of theatrical communication from the lead actors and director alike, supported by capable technicians. This production was exhilarating theatre of almost the highest possible standard. The appreciative audience rightly paid full attention and enjoyed every minute. Theatre is a two-way street – what is sent from the stage gets a direct response from the audience. This is an exchange that doesn’t happen in the cinema or reading a book. ‘Living With Lois’ was a rare gem, shining and bright, for which I can only give thanks.” Andrew P Wild (GMDF Adjudicator)
“Thank you to you and the cast for a fabulous evening. We all really enjoyed it and have booked tickets for another performance. What an amazing talent. Brilliant.” “You’ve a masterpiece of a script.” “Loved it.” “It’s a smash.” “Fabulous play ... loved every second.” “Absolutely amazing.” “An excellent piece of work with an excellent cast.” “A great play with a brilliant cast, quality acting, and a rich script.” “We really enjoyed it. Very well cast. The actors did brilliantly, very convincing. Great work.” “An excellent play by Martin Paul Roche. Well directed and performed by all three ladies.” “Terrific play, wish you great success with it.” “Congratulations on the play - it was excellent - a very clever and thought-provoking production. I thought the three ladies were all brilliant.” "Thoughtful, contemporary and intelligent work. Great performances. Highly recommended!" “A brilliant production. Congratulations ... this will be a play I remember. Bravo.”
Audience Feedback for 'The King's Orphan': "“What a gem! ‘The King’s Orphan’ at Guide Bridge Theatre. A script that moves an audience from tears to laughter and back again - not just once but again and again. A powerful piece of theatre from Martin Paul Roche.”
What the audience thought... "Is there anybody there?"
First night audience feedback on social media following the premiere:
"Pure brilliance" ... "Absolutely gripped" ... "Excellent script" ... "Brilliantly acted" ... “A very original and entertaining piece of theatre” ... “A really thought provoking play. I loved it … what a mixture of emotions” ... "Really enjoyed last night. Great play, funny and dark at the same time. Highly recommended" ... "Brilliant in every way. Totally loved it. Well done to all of you. Martin has such excellent writing skills; I actually couldn't wait to get back in the theatre at the interval to see how things panned out. Totally awesome" ... "Seriously, the play was fabulous. Get down there this week."
"SOUL WITHOUT END' will premiere at Guide Bridge Theatre opening on the 6th February 2017.
Partington Players One Act Festival 2016
Martin is pleased to advise that he has been appointed as the Adjudicator for the 2016 Partington Players One Act Play Festival to be held in Glossop w/c 4th July. Visit: http://partingtonplayers.org.uk/whats-on/
The latest production of 'To Be Frank' is to be staged at the Guide Bridge Theatre, 14th - 17th April 2016. Tickets available soon by following the link to the theatre's website.
Martin is now contracted to the respected theatrical publishers, Stagescripts as both an Advocate and also their Acquisitions Agent for the north of England, Wales and the Isle of Man. This will mean that not only will he be able to provide detailed advice concerning their extensive catalogue of works available for licensed performance, he will be seeking out exciting new writers and works to highlight for consideration of publication. So, are you a company who is always stuck for ideas on what to stage? Are you a new or experienced writer looking for an outlet for your quality play, musical, pantomime? Then get in touch in the first instance using the contacts page to find out more!
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'Opposites in Common' feedback from the premiere (2024)
Some of the audience feedback from the opening night ...
“Go and see this play, I've just been to the first night. It's a super script, two fabulous actors; it’s Martin's best work by far and the best play I've seen on a stage for a long time.” ... “Just home from seeing this ... OMG! 11/10! Not a dry eye in the house.” ... “Brilliant! Well done to all involved, very well written and amazing performances. I laughed a lot and cried! I was hooked all the way through! You should be very proud!” ... “ … credit where credits due. I had no idea the interval was coming. I didn’t want it to stop and the ending was so emotional” ... “The best play I have seen in a long time. Excellent."
'Ancient and Modern' & 'Last bus to Whitby - Feedback from the audience (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.”
'Where is the life?' Feedback from the audience (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"
“With ‘Living With Lois’ we saw a palpably creative and very positive dramatic impact and were fulfilled in both delivery and execution. There was complete understanding and control of theatrical communication from the lead actors and director alike, supported by capable technicians. This production was exhilarating theatre of almost the highest possible standard. The appreciative audience rightly paid full attention and enjoyed every minute. Theatre is a two-way street – what is sent from the stage gets a direct response from the audience. This is an exchange that doesn’t happen in the cinema or reading a book. ‘Living With Lois’ was a rare gem, shining and bright, for which I can only give thanks.” Andrew P Wild (GMDF Adjudicator)
“Thank you to you and the cast for a fabulous evening. We all really enjoyed it and have booked tickets for another performance. What an amazing talent. Brilliant.” “You’ve a masterpiece of a script.” “Loved it.” “It’s a smash.” “Fabulous play ... loved every second.” “Absolutely amazing.” “An excellent piece of work with an excellent cast.” “A great play with a brilliant cast, quality acting, and a rich script.” “We really enjoyed it. Very well cast. The actors did brilliantly, very convincing. Great work.” “An excellent play by Martin Paul Roche. Well directed and performed by all three ladies.” “Terrific play, wish you great success with it.” “Congratulations on the play - it was excellent - a very clever and thought-provoking production. I thought the three ladies were all brilliant.” "Thoughtful, contemporary and intelligent work. Great performances. Highly recommended!" “A brilliant production. Congratulations ... this will be a play I remember. Bravo.”
