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More Than The Art | by Artless Theatre Company Podcast

The Artless Podcast is a voyage into the workings of one of the UK’s most exciting Christian Theatre Companies. Tune in for unplanned and unscripted patter between directors Chris and Jon; best friends and creative partners of 10 years. Featuring funny stories, industry insight, and some surprisingly profound thinking.

Episodes

  1. 10/02/2023

    2022 In Review - Stepping Stones & Narcissism

    Take a backwards step and remember all the good times and stepping stones from 2022. As always, unscripted and unprepared - Come with us on an adventure as we explore what it looks like to be bold, creative and Christian!

    1h 8m

  2. 22/12/2022

    Christmas Special 2022

    In this years Christmas special we tackle hard hitting questions like: Is Home Alone a parable? Was Moses a grinch? And what makes a good Christmas story?

    1h 3m

  3. 18/02/2022

    To Swear or not to Swear?

    Season 2 Episode 2 | To Swear or not to Swear?   What language is appropriate for Christian performers to use? In this ep we take a look at censorship, sensibilities & the search for authentic dialogue.   Tune in for unplanned and unscripted patter between directors Chris and Jon; best friends and creative partners of 10 years. Featuring funny stories, industry insight, and some surprisingly profound thinking. Come on an adventure behind-the-scenes as we explore what it looks like to be bold, creative and Christian.  Get in contact at facebook.com/artlessUKpodcast and @artlessUK on Twitter.    New episodes fortnightly.

    1h 7m

  4. 04/02/2022

    Aren’t Actors Just Liars?

    Season 2 Episode 2 | Aren’t Actors Just Liars? Well, clearly the answer is no... right? Maybe not! Today we look at wacky Christian Stand Up Comics, preacher's stories, white lies & the idea of persona and artifice.  Tune in for unplanned and unscripted patter between directors Chris and Jon; best friends and creative partners of 10 years. Featuring funny stories, industry insight, and some surprisingly profound thinking. Come on an adventure behind-the-scenes as we explore what it looks like to be bold, creative and Christian.  Get in contact at facebook.com/artlessUKpodcast and @artlessUK on Twitter.    New episodes fortnightly.

    48 min

  5. 21/01/2022

    Can Christian Actors Do Full Frontal Nudity?

    Season 2 Episode 1 | Can Christian Actors Do Full Frontal Nudity?  In this episode Directors Jon and Chris unpack the hot topic of nudity in theatre/film and the role it plays in 'Christian' art.  Tune in for unplanned and unscripted patter between directors Chris and Jon; best friends and creative partners of 10 years. Featuring funny stories, industry insight, and some surprisingly profound thinking. Come on an adventure behind-the-scenes as we explore what it looks like to be bold, creative and Christian.  Get in contact at facebook.com/artlessUKpodcast and @artlessUK on Twitter.    New episodes fortnightly.

    41 min

  6. 06/04/2020

    Episode 6: Quarantine Blues & Chatting with Special Guests Rob & Nat from 4front Theatre!

    Today we speak to our friends Rob & Nat, the founders of 4front Theatre Company (4front-theatre.com), talking falling sets, 'The Other Judas' and the patron saint of Harrods. Together we explore the drawbacks and possibilities of 'Christian Theatre'.    Be sure to check out 4front's "Virtual Sunday School" at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMu2bG8L2dp7ywUZVa9uXDA   (And the Artless Fun Factory while you're at it!)  The Artless Podcast is a voyage into the workings of one of the UK's most exciting Christian Theatre Companies.  Tune in for unplanned and unscripted patter between directors Chris and Jon; best friends and creative partners of 10 years.  Featuring funny stories, industry insight, and some surprisingly profound thinking.  Come on an adventure behind-the-scenes as we explore what it looks like to be bold, creative and Christian.  Get in contact at facebook.com/artlessUKpodcast and @artlessUK on Twitter.  New episode every 'now and then'.

    37 min

  7. 28/03/2020

    Episode 5: The Narnia Experience - Shabby Santas, Last Minute Disasters and Apple Pies

    The Narnia Experience was a large-scale interactive experience for children and families and also the largest project Artless has ever undertaken. Have a listen to some exclusive behind-the-scenes tales as the boys cast their minds back to December 2019!

    48 min

  8. 25/03/2020

    Episode 4: Reckless Fundraising Odysseys - Conspiracy Theorists, Rough Sleeping and 38 Degree Breakdowns // FEATURING DAN KITCHEN

    Artless couldn't be where it is today without a number of incredibly generous financial donors, and with thankful hearts we look back at some of our wacky and wild fundraising stunts from the last few years!

    1h 0m

  9. 20/03/2020

    Episode 3: Fake News, Breaking Royal Protocol and Bad Accents

    In the latest episode Chris and Jon blow the lid on Fake News as they reminisce about the time they performed for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Warning: this podcast contains the worst Australian and American accents ever attempted! The Artless Podcast is a voyage into the workings of one of the UK's most exciting Christian Theatre Companies. Tune in for unplanned and unscripted patter between directors Chris and Jon; best friends and creative partners of 10 years. Featuring funny stories, industry insight, and some surprisingly profound thinking. Come on an adventure behind-the-scenes as we explore what it looks like to be bold, creative and Christian.

    29 min

  10. 18/03/2020

    Episode 2: Tour Stories, Audience Criticism and Whatever It Means To Be a Christian Theatre Company // FEATURING A SCENE FROM OUR MOST INFAMOUS PLAY

    In this episode directors Chris and Jon look back at some of their most memorable moments of the last few years (and a few they'd rather forget) The Artless Podcast is a voyage into the workings of one of the UK's most exciting Christian Theatre Companies. Tune in for unplanned and unscripted patter between directors Chris and Jon; best friends and creative partners of 10 years. Featuring funny stories, industry insight, and some surprisingly profound thinking. Come on an adventure behind-the-scenes as we explore what it looks like to be bold, creative and Christian.   Featuring a scene from We Need To Talk About Santa. Copyright Artless Theatre Company 2020.

    38 min

  11. 18/03/2020

    Episode 1: Cancelled Shows, Quarantine & Weird Dreams // WITH BONUS AUDIO SCENE FROM CENTURION

    So it begins! In this first episode directors Chris and Jon talk all things COVID-19 following the cancellation of their Easter tour of Centurion. The Artless Podcast is a voyage into the workings of one of the UK's most exciting Christian Theatre Companies. Tune in for unplanned and unscripted patter between directors Chris and Jon; best friends and creative partners of 10 years. Featuring funny stories, industry insight, and some surprisingly profound thinking. Come on an adventure behind-the-scenes as we explore what it looks like to be bold, creative and Christian.

    24 min
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The Artless Podcast is a voyage into the workings of one of the UK’s most exciting Christian Theatre Companies. Tune in for unplanned and unscripted patter between directors Chris and Jon; best friends and creative partners of 10 years. Featuring funny stories, industry insight, and some surprisingly profound thinking.

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