From our prestigious ‘Black Tie’, red carpet Opening Gala – the lovely drama ‘A Bit of Light’, with the filmmakers in attendance to our Closing Gala – ‘Best Geezer’, the World Premiere of this hilarious take on British crime thrillers, we will be presenting our usual mix of documentaries, World Cinema, new features, and classic films.
New Art Films is a video production company based in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex. It was set up by Andy Delaney, director of award winning tv commercials, music videos (George Michael, Spice Girls, Lauryn Hill) and most recently a feature film (Love Is Blind).
Rich With is the producer, writer and font king. He’s super talented, properly organised and enjoys cleaning up after Huey, the family dog.
Emerging film-makers premiere Screening event. Sunday 5th March, Park Inn by Radisson Hotel, Southend-on-Sea. Estuary on Film 2023 Backstage Centre Director, Brian Warrens, visited the
Film in Purfleet-on-Thames at the Backstage Centre, and on locations, including High House Production Park, Buffering follows the lives of kids’ TV presenter Iain (Iain Stirling) and his housemates: Ashley (Rosa Robson – Black Mountain Poets, Inside No. 9, Heavy Entertainment), Rosie (Jessie Cave – Harry Potter, Trollied, Black Mirror), Greg (Paul G Raymond – Plebs, Avenue 5, Starstruck), and Thalia (Janine Harouni – Stand Up with Janine Harouni (Please Remain Seated), The Batman, Modern Horror Stories) as they attempt to navigate the choppy waters of their late twenties, with every wrong decision, failed relationship and wasted hungover day intensifying the feeling that time is running out for them to get their ‘adult’ lives in order.
We are extremely excited to welcome Temporal Horizon’s Theatre Company to The Backstage Centre this coming week. Dracula and Purfleet-on-Thames are eternally linked by a literary pen held by the incredible Bram Stoker. This free-to-attend event will run on Wednesday the 11th of January, from 14:00 pm to 17:30 pm
Child in Time, Caroline Sim, and Soldier of Fortune, Brian Warrens Associates Ltd present Germany’s finest Deep Purple tribute band, ‘Purple’ for one UK date only at the Palace Theatre on Sunday 2nd April 2023. www.southendtheatres.org.uk/online/whatson/
The Backstage Centre has had a very busy year with our clients, and the wonderful activities, events and projects around the Production Park, and in
As we wish the autumn goodbye and prepare for the winter ahead, and of course, the festive season, our wonderful theatres across the region will
From Wilko Johnson Official: “This is the announcement we never wanted to make, and we do so, on behalf of Wilko’s family and the band,
The Backstage Centre is delighted to share the news from our friends at Tilbury on the Thames Trust on behalf of START: Thurrock is recruiting
Manifesto For Essex Youth Summit 9:30-12:30, Saturday 14th January 2023, Firstsite, Colchester Essex Book Festival is hosting its 2 Manifesto for Essex Youth Summit as
Brian Warrens, Director of the Backstage Centre, joined Emma Bowers and Laura Brown from the University Centre South Essex to meet young people, adults and industry colleagues at TheatreCraft 2022, Royal Opera House, London.
Anette Ollereanshaw’s article for the ABTT: Association of British Theatre Technicians industry magazine #Sightline titled ‘Training & Education in the Performing Arts – WHAM’s Place in Equality, Diversity and
Q: What advice would you give a young person considering a career in the entertainment industry?
Callum: Three words, Never. Give Up. It’s a bit cliché but, it’s the number one piece of advice anyone at any level can take on. If you want it and the passion is there, nothing can stop you from getting into the industry. Below that, I’d say Networking, it’s an area I’ve been new to recently and is one of the most imperative tools for the creative industries.
“After I graduated from University in 2021 I wanted to pursue work within the Film and Tv industry,
as it is continuously evolving and seemed to offer many exciting job opportunities.” find out about Neve’s experiences at the Backstage Centre.
The Backstage Centre are delighted to be hosting Just FX’s “Stage Pyrotechnics Safety Awareness Training” The typical schedule of the course includes: Workshop presentation environment
“My name is Daisy Willow Eve, I am 18 years old, I studied Theatre Production at South Essex College from September 2019 until June 2021
Join Us on Saturday 17th September for the Heritage Open Day Event at High House Production Park, Purfleet-on-Thames. The High House Group will be presenting
Thurrock Film Festival Founder and Creative Director Hi Ching and curator Anupma Shanker are delivering a super exciting array of in-person and online screenings, live
The Backstage Centre are delighted to announce that we are working closely with Lazarus First Aid Training to offer practical and engaging training. This will
Breaking News Agency for Creative Production METAL are working in partnership with the Agency for Creative Production (ACP), to run 10 x paid placements for
An evening with Phil Davis To mark the actor Phil Davis’s 50th year in film and television, The White Bus’ Southend Film Festival 2022 will
High House Production Park, Purfleet-on-Thames, Essex Essex Book Festival will be taking place in 35 venues across Essex throughout June. Our venues include a Napoleonic
Friday 27th May 2022 Lover Come Back, 1pm : Park Inn Palace Hotel Ballroom USA : 107mins : 1961 : Certificate ’PG’ Directed by Delbert
UCSE Higher Education Dean takes up a new challenge, and we will be sad to see him go. The Backstage Centre looks at Higher Education
There Is Always Hope’, starring Colm Meaney, kicks off another superb Southend Film Festival this year. Successful author Jonathan Stack has been so obsessed with
The Backstage Centre are delighted to be hosting Just FX’s “Stage Pyrotechnics Safety Awareness Training” The typical schedule of the course includes: Workshop presentation environment
A Call Out to you A focus on festival skills shortages Bring on the summer! (…it may not feel particularly summery right now), many of
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team of The Backstage Centre as Client Liaison & Sales Coordinator. We are looking for a strong
ESSEX FILM COLLECTIVE is a network of talented, reliable creatives who work across all areas of the film and television industry that are based in
The Backstage Centre Ltd are delighted to announce White Light Ltd joining SFL as strategic partners with d&b solutions . The team at the Backstage
The Backstage Centre Ltd are delighted to be supporting the 2022 Horror-on-Sea Film Festival. Paul said: “Since we started Horror-on-Sea ten years ago, the festival
The Backstage Centre are delighted to share the stories from two former students at South Essex College, who have both gained openings in the world
Tilbury on the Thames Trust and partners awarded £1million funding to deliver community-led cultural programme for Thurrock The Tilbury on the Thames Trust, supported by
Director of the Academy for Live Events Production. Metal are recruiting a Director to lead the Academy for Live Events Production – a fantastic opportunity for a
From 9am GMT, Monday 22nd to Thursday 25th November 2021 (Online and free) This British Council 4-day Partner SEA event aims to increase awareness of
Andrea Cunningham steps up as the new Director of Metal in Southend – the artsorganisation based at Chalkwell Hall in Chalkwell Park. Metal supports artists
The Backstage Centre is a world-class, purpose-built, production, rehearsal & training facility. Situated in Purfleet-on-Thames’s High House Production Park. It is just 11 miles east
The Backstage Centre are delighted to present an inspirational opportunity for an experienced Artistic Director and Chief Executive Officer (£50-60k) for “Metal is
The Backstage Centre introducing…. The Arts and Culture Network Founder of the Arts & Culture Network, a Brand Strategist at Chufd, a Marketing & Business
The National College Creative Industries Ltd, at home in The Backstage Centre Purfleet, offers specialist technical production and creative industry courses through its partner, South
Southend Film Festival 2021 The Backstage Centre Ltd are delighted to be supporting the 2021 Southend-on-Sea Film Festival. This exciting annual event attracts visitors from
Hello, lovely to see you here, thank you for wanting to find out more about us. Amplify profiles children and young people’s voice in creative
What does the Association of British Theatre Technicians and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama have in common with the United States Institute of
Rubbish Costume competition 2021 What is the Rubbish Costume competition? University Centre South Essex is relaunching its ‘Rubbish Costume Competition’ again in June 2021. The success
Supporting innovation, creativity and partnershipin the UK Theatre Industry. The ABTT Virtual Ideas Platform is open to anyone and everyone with an idea. It has
Tilbury Bridge Walkway of Memories /Opens from WINDRUSH DAY 22 June 2021 ‘As I stand at this bridge and gateway, I feel the spirits of
We celebrated National Cupcake Day on the 13th of June in style with some beautiful cupcakes from our very own SoundBite catering. Now SoundBite are
Education secretary Gavin Williamson has angered and outraged creative sector leaders, artists and educators, who are urging the UK government to reconsider plans to cut subsidy funding for Arts courses by 50% across higher education institutions in England.
Is this a time to make such savings? Why do the Arts matter so much?
Mental health is so important but did you know that the food you eat can have are strong impact on how you feel and relate
The Backstage Centre SoundBite Cafe work with BA(Hons) Photography students on a live brief commission. London trained, Andrew Dee is a photographer working both on
This week we meet with actor, writer, producer and Dickens Theatre Company founder, Ryan Philpott.
The Backstage Centre invites you to consider what it takes to get into the creative industries and the courses you can study to get you there.
In a series of articles about the venues we like to visit for our entertainment, we reveal some of the finest Theatres in Essex.
High House Production Park, located in Purfleet-On-Thames, is a cultural industries business zone featuring historic buildings, a public park and playground. It is also where
SoundBite are sharing their favourite Easter treat, ideal to enjoy this Bank Holiday Weekend! Ingredients For 16 pieces 115g Unsalted Butter 1 Egg 1 tsp
Trafalgar Entertainment acquire HQ Theatres. What does this mean for our regional theatres?
In 1862, English scientist John Pepper, developed the now popular concept known as the ‘Pepper’s Ghost Illusion’. There was a fascination at the time in
Essex Cultural Diversity Project has teamed up with Brentwood Borough Council to create a new opportunity for artists.
Ali Pretty is best known as the founding member and artistic director of the international outdoor arts company – Kinetika, which she founded in 1997 after a long-established career in carnival arts and a growing commitment to community engagement work. Ali tells us about her work with Kinetika at High House Production Park studios, her life’s work and how this all started.
Design challenge detail Do you have an artistic, graphic design flair? If so, we would love to receive logo design ideas for our new C.A.T.S
Why not try and serve up our delicious brownie recipe as a sweet treat for Mother’s Day?!
With the Centenary of publication of Bram Stokers “Dracula” in May 1897, Jonathan Catton who used to work for Thurrock Borough Council’s Thurrock Museum, based in Grays, investigates the connection.
Founder and front man for 80’s new wave and synthpop band Fiat Lux, Steve Wright, spoke with The Backstage Centre about his music, and career.
We hear from our students and their course leader about what this year has looked like for them.
This week is National Apprenticeship Week. The Backstage Centre is lucky to have three apprentices helping to make up our team. Meet Ted, Phoebe and
Upcoming opportunities for Community Artists and Community Arts Touchstone Scheme (C.A.T.S) Logo Design Challenge The Backstage Centre’s Community Arts Touchstone Scheme is looking for South
Are you experienced? We want to hear your story about the world you work in, and how effectively you can build a successful career? The
High House Production Park is not only home to the Backstage Centre, but also for a number of leading British artists and arts organisations providing
From January 2021, The Backstage Centre and James Eade Training are proud to offer the NCCI Ltd approved JET2377 ISITEE, the replacement C&G assured course
The Backstage Centre in Purfleet-on-Thames provided a warm home in February this year to the new BBC One series, ‘Little Mix The Search.’ Leigh-Anne, Perrie, Jesy and Jade tell us about the auditions and their hopes for the series.
