Steph Martin
@stephmartin.bsky.social
Writer and mum x 2
https://bio.site/StephMartinwriter
Next up: “Passion Fruit” co written with Dior Clarke at the Barbican Spring ‘25
https://bio.site/StephMartinwriter
Next up: “Passion Fruit” co written with Dior Clarke at the Barbican Spring ‘25
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Steph Martin
@stephmartin.bsky.social
· Nov 13
I’m a writer for stage and screen. Recently “Juniper and Jules”, “Thirsty” Have recently made a comedy drama pilot and short film with my long time co-writer Dior Clarke. Our play “Passion Fruit” is transferring to Barbican next Spring..
Lovely for Martin Clunes, at least.
I’ll be seeing it for maximalist joy (amongst other reasons) which I think we could do with a lot more of!
I’ll be seeing it for maximalist joy (amongst other reasons) which I think we could do with a lot more of!
Wuthering Heights review: too hot, too greedy adaptation guarantees bad dreams in the night
Wuthering Heights review: too hot, too greedy adaptation guarantees bad dreams in the night
Emerald Fennell’s take on Emily Brontë is an emotionally hollow, bodice-ripping misfire that misuses Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi but makes the most of Martin Clunes
www.theguardian.com
February 10, 2026 at 9:11 PM
Lovely for Martin Clunes, at least.
I’ll be seeing it for maximalist joy (amongst other reasons) which I think we could do with a lot more of!
I’ll be seeing it for maximalist joy (amongst other reasons) which I think we could do with a lot more of!
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Philippe Gaulier had a huge impact on theatre – but his ‘embrace the ridiculous’ lesson is one for us all
Philippe Gaulier had a huge impact on theatre – but his ‘embrace the ridiculous’ lesson is one for us all
The master clown helped generations of performers be more alive in the moment – and not take themselves too seriously. His teachings were for life as well as the stage
www.theguardian.com
February 10, 2026 at 2:05 PM
Philippe Gaulier had a huge impact on theatre – but his ‘embrace the ridiculous’ lesson is one for us all
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Fascism cannot produce art that lives because living art relies on unqualified engagement with an other, a challenge to the self. Fascism can only ever conjure an ever more atrociously gilded mirror reflecting back faces that refuse even the realities of time.
From Melania to Kid Rock’s halftime show: why is Maga art so dreadful?
From Melania to Kid Rock’s halftime show: why is Maga art so dreadful?
As the right stokes culture wars, their alternatives to ‘woke’ Hollywood prove to be shoddily made and uninspired
www.theguardian.com
February 10, 2026 at 6:59 PM
Fascism cannot produce art that lives because living art relies on unqualified engagement with an other, a challenge to the self. Fascism can only ever conjure an ever more atrociously gilded mirror reflecting back faces that refuse even the realities of time.
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It's not actually a mystery is it? It's a project that despises curiosity, difference, intellectual inquiry, humanity, complexity, difficulty, compassion, soul - and exalts crude and charmless displays of wealth and power. It is tacky, hateful, boorish and stupid - of course it makes shit art lol
From Melania to Kid Rock’s halftime show: why is Maga art so dreadful?
From Melania to Kid Rock’s halftime show: why is Maga art so dreadful?
As the right stokes culture wars, their alternatives to ‘woke’ Hollywood prove to be shoddily made and uninspired
www.theguardian.com
February 10, 2026 at 7:37 PM
It's not actually a mystery is it? It's a project that despises curiosity, difference, intellectual inquiry, humanity, complexity, difficulty, compassion, soul - and exalts crude and charmless displays of wealth and power. It is tacky, hateful, boorish and stupid - of course it makes shit art lol
“Fear not, bum fans”. Title of my autobiography etc etc.
Happy Bridgerton Day.
Obviously Benedict’s the best.
All children asleep, dishwasher on, lap dog on lap - I’m going in.
Happy Bridgerton Day.
Obviously Benedict’s the best.
All children asleep, dishwasher on, lap dog on lap - I’m going in.
Bridgerton season four review – fear not bum fans, the sex scenes continue apace
Bridgerton season four review – fear not bum fans, the sex scenes continue apace
This period drama’s puddingy mix of clunking soap and fairytale wish-fulfilment is hard to resist. It is, however, utterly bananas
www.theguardian.com
January 30, 2026 at 9:03 PM
“Fear not, bum fans”. Title of my autobiography etc etc.
Happy Bridgerton Day.
Obviously Benedict’s the best.
All children asleep, dishwasher on, lap dog on lap - I’m going in.
Happy Bridgerton Day.
Obviously Benedict’s the best.
All children asleep, dishwasher on, lap dog on lap - I’m going in.
A dark room and a live story.
Ukrainian playwright Olga Braga on how theatre can help us pay attention
Is the antidote to doomscrolling... a dark room and a live story?
Ukrainian playwright Olga Braga on how theatre can help us pay attention
exeuntmagazine.substack.com
January 27, 2026 at 7:42 PM
A dark room and a live story.
How on earth will they judge this? Thrilled to see the shortlist
A publishing house has launched a playwriting competition aimed at countering what it says is the “overtly political” nature of most modern theatre.
Read more 👇
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Playwriting competition launched to counteract ‘overtly political’ theatre
A publishing house has launched a playwriting competition aimed at countering what it says is the ‘overtly political’ nature of most modern theatre
www.thestage.co.uk
January 21, 2026 at 9:01 AM
How on earth will they judge this? Thrilled to see the shortlist
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We have made the decision to formally close our X social media account. Once a vibrant platform to promote the interests of authors, we feel X is no longer a trusted place for balance, community support, and reliable information.
January 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM
We have made the decision to formally close our X social media account. Once a vibrant platform to promote the interests of authors, we feel X is no longer a trusted place for balance, community support, and reliable information.
Share a television show that raised you
January 19, 2026 at 8:22 PM
Share a television show that raised you
An email to send a shiver of panic into any makers heart. How is that time again!
January 12, 2026 at 12:45 PM
An email to send a shiver of panic into any makers heart. How is that time again!
Managed to catch one of the final shows of this today in Stratford. Loved it. Always nostalgic for my time Bham Uni when in the West Mids.
January 8, 2026 at 5:24 PM
Managed to catch one of the final shows of this today in Stratford. Loved it. Always nostalgic for my time Bham Uni when in the West Mids.
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Theatre Royal Margate is set to receive a further £1m towards its regeneration to help it increase capacity and generate more income from ticket sales.
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Theatre Royal Margate in line for £1m boost towards ‘pivotal’ refurb
Theatre Royal Margate is set to receive a further £1m towards its regeneration to help it increase capacity and generate more income from ticket sales.
www.thestage.co.uk
January 8, 2026 at 4:28 PM
Theatre Royal Margate is set to receive a further £1m towards its regeneration to help it increase capacity and generate more income from ticket sales.
Read more 👇
Read more 👇
Another excellent pod, particularly enjoying hearing about early modern motherhood / babyhood and the matriarchy of fairies @sixteenthcgirl.bsky.social open.spotify.com/episode/0mGJ... h
Enchanted Realms: Fairies in the 16th Century
open.spotify.com
January 7, 2026 at 1:06 PM
Another excellent pod, particularly enjoying hearing about early modern motherhood / babyhood and the matriarchy of fairies @sixteenthcgirl.bsky.social open.spotify.com/episode/0mGJ... h
Notes I’ve typed one handed while breast feeding my (enormous) baby whilst dreaming of my writing desk (laptop)
January 4, 2026 at 2:42 PM
Notes I’ve typed one handed while breast feeding my (enormous) baby whilst dreaming of my writing desk (laptop)
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Trump has done everything he can to sustain demand for oil in the face of technological change. Now he can claim to be securing the supply ...
January 4, 2026 at 11:37 AM
Trump has done everything he can to sustain demand for oil in the face of technological change. Now he can claim to be securing the supply ...
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To add to the madness of it all, the attack on Venezuela is clearly, above all, an oil grab. But we scarcely need oil any more.
January 4, 2026 at 11:33 AM
To add to the madness of it all, the attack on Venezuela is clearly, above all, an oil grab. But we scarcely need oil any more.
A very long and important THREAD -
The real reason the US is invading Venezuela goes back to a deal Henry Kissinger made with Saudi Arabia in 1974.
And I'm going to explain why this is actually about the SURVIVAL of the US dollar itself.
Not drugs. Not terrorism. Not "democracy." 1/
The real reason the US is invading Venezuela goes back to a deal Henry Kissinger made with Saudi Arabia in 1974.
And I'm going to explain why this is actually about the SURVIVAL of the US dollar itself.
Not drugs. Not terrorism. Not "democracy." 1/
January 4, 2026 at 2:40 PM
Loving all the Jane Austen 250 anniversary deep dives and especially this podcast from one of my favourites @k8lister.bsky.social keep up the good work 😘 open.spotify.com/episode/6upn...
What Did Jane Austen Know About Sex?
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January 3, 2026 at 6:33 PM
Loving all the Jane Austen 250 anniversary deep dives and especially this podcast from one of my favourites @k8lister.bsky.social keep up the good work 😘 open.spotify.com/episode/6upn...
Feral Twitmas at the truly amazing Young V and A with my tiny walker. Obviously didn’t have time to read any captions or look at any of the exhibits as chasing newly qualified toddler around.
December 30, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Feral Twitmas at the truly amazing Young V and A with my tiny walker. Obviously didn’t have time to read any captions or look at any of the exhibits as chasing newly qualified toddler around.
Loved “Me…” @littleangeltheatre.bsky.social
Perfect solstice treat. TYA can be quite hit and miss for me (and my kids) loved the beautiful design, sound and visual and cinematic storytelling. Go see. www.littleangeltheatre.com/whats-on/me/
Perfect solstice treat. TYA can be quite hit and miss for me (and my kids) loved the beautiful design, sound and visual and cinematic storytelling. Go see. www.littleangeltheatre.com/whats-on/me/
Me... | Little Angel Theatre
www.littleangeltheatre.com
December 28, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Loved “Me…” @littleangeltheatre.bsky.social
Perfect solstice treat. TYA can be quite hit and miss for me (and my kids) loved the beautiful design, sound and visual and cinematic storytelling. Go see. www.littleangeltheatre.com/whats-on/me/
Perfect solstice treat. TYA can be quite hit and miss for me (and my kids) loved the beautiful design, sound and visual and cinematic storytelling. Go see. www.littleangeltheatre.com/whats-on/me/
And something about how comedy must be serious and tragedy must be funny. Can’t remember exactly what but you get the gist
What is your favorite piece of writing advice, guidance, and/or wisdom?
December 27, 2025 at 11:39 PM
And something about how comedy must be serious and tragedy must be funny. Can’t remember exactly what but you get the gist
Two people in conflict - that’s a story
What is your favorite piece of writing advice, guidance, and/or wisdom?
December 27, 2025 at 11:38 PM
Two people in conflict - that’s a story
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“Nobody asked you to be writer, and nobody will notice if you stop.”
What is your favorite piece of writing advice, guidance, and/or wisdom?
December 27, 2025 at 9:38 PM
“Nobody asked you to be writer, and nobody will notice if you stop.”
In other news - Guess Who still slaps
December 27, 2025 at 6:09 PM
In other news - Guess Who still slaps