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BBC News
06-04-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Stoke-on-Trent: New play explores modern prisons and justice
A new play by an arts organisation that works with prisoners and staff in UK prisons will explore society's relationship to Acts is set in a fictional prison and will ask audiences in Stoke-on-Trent to reflect on their beliefs about punishment and consider whether there are other ways to achieve will be performed at B arts at their site in Hartshill Road from 9 to 17 April. The cast includes a mix of professional actors, people who will be making their first stage appearance and some who have previously been in play was made by prison arts specialists Rideout, along with B arts and members of community interest company Expert Citizens. Drawing on ideas discussed by French philosopher Michel Foucault in his work Discipline and Punish, the play explores the development of the modern director Saul Hewish, who is also a teaching fellow in theatre at the University of Warwick, is a leading practitioner in using drama and theatre with Hewish said: "I have worked using drama and theatre in prisons for nearly 40 years, and the system is in as worse a state that I have ever seen it. "This play sets out to get audiences to think about punishment and how we use it. Is prison always the answer, or might there be other ways to help victims achieve 'justice'?"He added: "We have been making the play with people who have lived experience of multiple disadvantage, including custody, some of whom have never done drama before. Their ideas have very much informed the content of the play." Rideout has also been working with the Men Who Make Things group, run by B arts. Members have helped to build the set and a mini-museum of instruments of punishment, which audience members can see before and after the show. Men Who Make Things is a group for men who have experience of poor mental play is co-funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council and Arts Council England. It is part of a wider research programme called Staging Justice led by Dr Sarah Bartley from London's Central School of Speech and Drama. Follow BBC Stoke & Staffordshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Michael Edwards Could Repeat Transfer Trick and Sign ‘Exciting' Forward in Bargain Deal
With the departure of Jurgen Klopp in May 2024 and Arne Slot now at the helm, Liverpool have been actively scouting for new attacking options. One name that has emerged recently is Mohamed Amoura from VFL Wolfsburg. On the Transfer Market Metrics podcast by Anfield Index, Dr Phil Barter (Barts) joined host Dave Davis to discuss why Amoura feels like a quintessential Michael Edwards-type signing – an under-the-radar gem who could flourish at Anfield. During the podcast, Barts expressed his excitement about the idea of bringing Amoura to Liverpool. He remarked, 'I love it when we go and uncover something and it costs a little bit of money… a signing that's a bit clever, that's what I love to see.' This mindset perfectly aligns with how former sporting director Michael Edwards operated – seeking value and potential over headline-grabbing names. Amoura has been catching attention for his electric pace and technical prowess at Wolfsburg. Despite being relatively under the radar compared to other big-money targets, his metrics suggest that he could be a valuable addition to Liverpool's dynamic frontline. Barts commented on Amoura's qualities, saying, 'There's something about him – the way he moves, his low centre of gravity… he feels like he could really develop at Liverpool.' One of the key reasons Amoura is seen as a typical Michael Edwards-style signing is his versatility and potential for growth. Barts explained, 'He's not the finished article by any means, but there's something in him that excites me – he's got that spark.' This willingness to take a chance on a lesser-known player is exactly the kind of gamble that Edwards would have taken during his tenure. Barts also highlighted the way Amoura fits into Arne Slot's style of play, noting, 'He's quick, he's agile, and he's got that low centre of gravity. Slot loves players who can move between the lines and stretch the opposition. Amoura feels like a perfect fit for that.' Unlike more established targets, Amoura's ability to play across the front line makes him a flexible option for Liverpool's fluid attack. The podcast made it clear that, while Amoura might not have the star power of some other names, he represents smart recruitment in an evolving Liverpool setup. Davis was equally intrigued by the prospect, noting, 'This could be one of those signings where we look back and think, 'How did we manage to get him so cheap?'' Liverpool's recent focus on uncovering talents rather than splashing out on marquee signings aligns with Amoura's profile. He may not yet be proven at the top level, but Barts argued that 'he's got that explosiveness we sometimes lack – someone who can change the game on his own.' As Liverpool continue to rebuild and refresh their squad under Slot, Amoura feels like a natural fit. The combination of potential, affordability, and stylistic alignment makes him an exciting prospect. He's not just a player to fill a gap but one who could evolve into a key contributor over time. Ultimately, if Liverpool do move for Amoura, it could be the kind of astute decision that defined the Michael Edwards era – finding hidden gems and maximising their potential under the Anfield lights. It's not about chasing the biggest name but rather making the smartest investment. In that sense, Amoura truly feels like the perfect fit for the club's evolving identity.
