Episode 4 - Prison Theatre on Public Stages

The criminal justice system operates in our name, so understanding it matters; but where do we get our information? Perhaps through experience, second-hand stories, or media portrayals. This episode explores what role theatre can play in bridging the divide between those affected by the system and a wider public. We hear from Saul Hewish (Rideout), Catrina McHugh (Open Clasp) and Jason York (Kestrel Theatre), all theatremakers using performance to engage audiences inside and outside our justice system.

Host Dr Sarah Bartley
Co-host Shona Babyemi
Producer Debbie Kilbride
Executive Producer Sukey Firth
Sound Engineer Max Aspen 
Original music composed by Rex Horan
Visual design Russell Miller

Thanks go to staff at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, particularly Laura Wardle, Phil Rowe, Samuel Bailey, Bryce Lease, Amy Ryall, and Izzy Stuart.

Stages of Justice was funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council, with additional support from Royal Central School of Speech and Drama.