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Richard Jordan

Richard Jordan

Biography

Richard Jordan is an award-winning UK and international theatre producer. He has been a regular contributor to The Stage since 2005. Read Richard's latest column for The Stage every Thursday.

Recent Articles

Best shows of the Adelaide Fringe and names that might be heading our way

Best shows of the Adelaide Fringe and names that might be heading our way

This year’s Adelaide Fringe shows serve as a reminder of the eclectic joy of theatregoing. Here are my top picks
From Edinburgh to Adelaide: the global value of fringe festivals

From Edinburgh to Adelaide: the global value of fringe festivals

Success at a fringe festival can mean many different things, but connecting to an international network of producers and venues is one of these unique and important events’ most valuable assets
The play's the thing: theatremakers would do well to avoid getting stuck in a digital groove

The play's the thing: theatremakers would do well to avoid getting stuck in a digital groove

Theatre is firmly in its digital era, but the biggest disaster for this fast-growing art form would be if audiences start rolling their eyes at the mention of ’yet another digital show’, says Richard Jordan
Send in the clowns: why clowning deserves more recognition

Send in the clowns: why clowning deserves more recognition

Richard Jordan looks back at the history and legacy of our most beloved clowns, and argues that the art form holds an important place in our culture
Right place, right cast: why every moment matters to a play's success

Right place, right cast: why every moment matters to a play's success

There is not simply one factor that determines the success of a show, instead we must look at every last detail from the venue to the curtain call
Alternative interpretations zest up long-running shows

Alternative interpretations zest up long-running shows

Cast changes can highlight hidden facets to well-established characters – and give actors an exciting opportunity, says producer Richard Jordan
Collective optimism can see the arts through these tough times

Collective optimism can see the arts through these tough times

An industry that is devoid of hope will become a failed industry, so government and public alike must come together to support it
Should a legendary writer's final work always be produced?

Should a legendary writer's final work always be produced?

When a writer dies, there is a rush to find unfinished works. But should a posthumously completed creation always be performed, even if it’s flawed?
New musicals go on a risky journey – it's time to respect that

New musicals go on a risky journey – it's time to respect that

Getting work in front of an audience is difficult – and bruising – says producer Richard Jordan, but it is vital for talent development
It's hard saying goodbye to Old Friends

It's hard saying goodbye to Old Friends

Why do some shows just connect - and then keep on doing so?
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