Sunday 5 June 2016

Get to know... Southside Producers (Millie)



Get to know… MILLIE

Name: Amelia- Rose Farrelly

Age: 22

Job: Front of House Apprentice at The Old Rep

Why are you a part of Southside Producers?

I am a part of Southside Producers because I want to develop my skills and experiences and I also found that I love producing events.

What skills do you bring?

I have strong communication skills and already have a bit of knowledge in events management.

What skills do you wish to develop?

I wish to develop my skills in facilitating meetings.

FASCINATING FACT
 I leak from the face when I laugh. 

What is your…

Dream Job? Anything in theatre
Favourite colour? Yellow
Favourite food? Cheese
Favourite drink? Red Wine
Favourite hobby? Belting along to Musical Theatre songs
Favourite book? The Perks Of Being A Wallflower
Favourite film? Anything Disney
Favourite quote/saying?And in this moment, I swear we are infinite'.
Favourite subject at school? Drama
Favourite place in Birmingham? Brindleyplace
Superpower? I have super speed.
Spirit animal? Cat- sleeping is my second favourite hobby

What song is in your head right now? The entire soundtrack Hamilton

Twitter: @dosomethingbeau

Instagram: @seesomethingstunning

Wednesday 1 June 2016

Get To Know... Southside Producers (Luci)

GET TO KNOW... LUCI

Name: Luci Hammans
Age: 23
Job: Creative Practitioner for Beatfreeks & Spoken Word Artist

Why are you a part of Southside Producers?
I’m the main facilitator for the sessions, or I was, I am leaving the country on the 20th of June.

What skills do you bring?
I am a big one for encouragement and giving young people the opportunities to see their own potential and achieve it.

What skills do you wish to develop?
Being better at administration. 

FASCINATING FACT
I’ve been bitten by a snake. It wasn’t poisonous.
It was a python.
It was young.
It’s not that fascinating.
But it is a fact.

What is your…
Dream Job? Contributing to society in a way that never feels like it is just a job. 
Favourite colour? Rainbow but if I had to choose one - Purple
Favourite food? Ackee & Saltfish with fried dumpling
Favourite drink? Dad’s rum punch
Favourite hobby? Deconstructing the patriarchy
Favourite book? Who Fears Death & Aint I A Woman
Favourite film? Detachment
Favourite quote/saying? “”It’s a dangerous business, Frodo, going out of your door. You step into the road, and if you don’t keep your feet, there is no knowing where you might be swept off to.” 
Favourite subject at school? Drama & Sciences
Favourite place in Birmingham? The roof of the Edge.
Superpower? Loud. Very loud.
Spirit animal? Orca.

What song is in your head right now? I Wanna Be Like You – The Correspondents

Twitter: @LuciIsMe
Instagram: @de.bajam.feminist

Thursday 26 May 2016

Get to know.. Southside Producers (Helena)



Get to know… HELENA

Name: Helena Lucy Venables

Age: 19

Job: Front of House Apprentice at The Old Rep

Why are you a part of Southside Producers?

I am a part of Southside Producers because I respect the work of Beatfreeks and knew that they were involved. I wanted to get together with other young creative people and develop my skills so that I can be a producer in the future.

What skills do you bring?

When I was at uni, I was part of an events management group, so I already have a few skills in producing.

What skills do you wish to develop?

I wish to develop my administration skills and would like to gain experience chairing meetings. I would also like to network with other members of Southside Producers, and companies involved.

FASCINATING FACT

I went to school with Malala Yousafzai.

What is your…

Dream Job? Anything eclectic  
Favourite colour? Pink
Favourite food? Sea food
Favourite drink? Pepsi
Favourite hobby? Going to the gym
Favourite book? Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston
Favourite film? Girl Interrupted
Favourite quote/saying? ‘I don’t know ask Stevie Nicks’
Favourite subject at school? English Literature
Favourite place in Birmingham? Snobs Nightclub
Superpower? Teleportation
Spirit animal? Giraffe

What song is in your head right now? Work From Home- Fifth Harmony

Twitter: @helenahbeat

Instagram: @helenahbeat

Friday 20 May 2016

Before The Edge, Mon 4 July

On the 4th of July 2016, the Southside Producers, supported by Beatfreeks, MAIA Creatives, The Old Rep and Arts Connect are bringing an evening of creativity and talent to the Old Rep Theatre. In one of the larger studios, we will be presenting to you a wide variety of some of the best young talent and passion that Birmingham has to offer. Ranging from spoken word artists to songwriters, from storytellers to solo and group dance acts, our performers will be covering real issues facing young people today.

The show commences at 4.30pm and will last two hours. The main focus of the afternoon is social change – we want to get you thinking, and talking, about issues that matter!

That’s why as well as performing artists, we will also have in play an instillation room or ‘creative room,’ filled with activities to get you involved, let you have your say and put your thoughts forward.
‘Before the Edge’ will be a preshow to the ‘On the Edge’ festival, The Broke ‘n’ Beat collective presented by 20 Stories High and Theatre Rites. Entry to this show is essential for entry to Before the Edge. Discounted entry to The Broke ‘n’ Beat collective will be provided to anyone who purchases a ticket for the preshow.

The location for the day will be The Old Rep theatre, Stage Door, Hinckley St, Birmingham, B54DY.

Discount code: SouthsideBTE

Tuesday 17 May 2016

Get to know... Southside Producers (Renee)


Get to know… RENEE

Name: Renee T-Shanna Squire

Age: 18

Job: Front- Of- House Apprentice at The Old Rep

Why are you a part of Southside Producers?

I am a part of Southside Producers because I was interested in producing new events and building connection with various people and companies.

What skills do you bring?

I am an independent person and I have connections with a lot of people due to past involvements.

What skills do you wish to develop?

I wish to develop my marketings skills, learning how to promote events.

FASCINATING FACT

I can cry on cue.

What is your…

Dream Job? Billionaire
Favourite colour? Turquoise
Favourite food? Pizza
Favourite drink? Fanta
Favourite hobby? Tracking Field
Favourite book? Harry Potter And The Philosopher Stone
Favourite film? Harry Potter Box Set
Favourite quote/saying? ''What goes around, comes around.''
Favourite subject at school? Drama
Favourite place in Birmingham? Harbourne High Street
Superpower? I can read people
Spirit animal? Sloth- I'm lazy

What song is in your head right now? Go The Distance- Hercules

Twitter: @_cajunchicken
Instagram: @reneetsquire

Tuesday 10 May 2016

Get to know... Southside Producers (Grace)

Get to know… GRACE

Name: Grace Elizabeth Smith
Age: 20
Job: Applied Performance Student at Birmingham School of Acting and Casual Steward at the Old Rep Theatre

Why are you a part of Southside Producers?
I found about Southside Producers when it first began, and instantly knew that I wanted to be involved. I have always had an interest in events management, but knew that this opportunity would develop my skills and enable me to make contacts with people who have similar interests.
What skills do you bring?
I have previous events management and marketing skills, and have a passion for the growth of the Arts in Birmingham.
What skills do you wish to develop?
I wish to develop my skills in the administrative side of producing, such as creating risk assessments and budget plans.

FASCINATING FACT
I once swallowed a lightbulb. (I was young though!)

What is your…
Dream Job? I’d like to find a job that combines all my interests (performing, producing, marketing, facilitating, writing, etc.)
Favourite colour? Pink at the moment
Favourite food? Mangoes
Favourite drink? Chai Tea Latte
Favourite hobby? Playing guitar
Favourite book? The Hobbit
Favourite film? Finding Nemo and The Lion King
Favourite quote/saying? ‘’Aim for the moon; even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars’’.
Favourite subject at school? Drama
Favourite place in Birmingham? Brindleyplace
Superpower? I can make a very realistic car horn sound
Spirit animal? Cat- I like to sleep

What song is in your head right now? Zero to hero- Hercules

Twitter: @gracesmith95
Instagram: @gracie_elizabeth95