Ian Barclay
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Ian Barclay
@barcles2.bsky.social
Riverside Radio producer and presenter (Barclay's Brunch, Sunday 11-1pm). Arts Editor & Head of Music.
Just saw this excellent play at @theatre503.bsky.social. Very funny, brilliantly acted and thought-provoking. One more chance to see it in London, tonight at 7.30. Only a few seats left so grab one quick!
September 27, 2025 at 4:29 PM
What a pleasure to re-visit the exhilarating 'The Chaos That Has Been...', at @swkplay.bsky.social. The play tackles some hard-hitting societal issues with youthful energy and humour. The cast are astonishing. If you like your theatre raw and uncompromising then do not miss this treat.
September 6, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Hugely enjoyable night out yesterday seeing 'Get Happy' at @omnibustheatre.bsky.social. Written & performed by the enormously talented @josephaldous.bsky.social, it was very funny and powerfully moving. Relaxed Q&A with @terripaddock.bsky.social afterwards was illuminating. Rush to see this one!
July 9, 2025 at 6:31 AM
What a towering piece of theatre this is. In your face, funny, tragic and life-affirming. If you love theatre that is raw and honest, make your way to @riversidelondon.bsky.social pronto to witness this magnificent performance. It will stay with you long after the applause fades.
May 21, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Delighted to be at the @taratheatre.bsky.social last night for the launch of Natasha Kathi-Chandra’s inaugural season as Artistic Director. Exciting things to come at this cultural powerhouse in Earlsfield.
March 14, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Just saw the terrific #SonOfABitchPlay from Anna Morris and @thethelmas.bsky.social at @swkplay.bsky.social. Extremely funny with moments of deeply affecting pathos. Hardly surprising that it's a Fringe First winner. Don't miss this comedy gem.

📸 Steve Gregson
March 11, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Join me after 11 on @thisisriverside.bsky.social for Barclay's Brunch where my special guest will be award-winning comedian Anna Morris. Anna's show, produced with @thethelmas.bsky.social, is currently playing at @swkplay.bsky.social. Great music too! play.riversideradio.com or via smart speakers!
March 2, 2025 at 10:43 AM
Vibrant and inventive 80th anniversary adaptation of Orwell's classic 'Animal Farm' from Stratford East, @nottmplayhouse.bsky.social & Leeds Playhouse. Frighteningly relevant to today. Triumphant theatre, brilliantly played and staged. Well worth seeing.
February 22, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Loved #TheSharkIsBroken at Richmond Theatre. Very funny while tackling boredom, insecurity and alcohol dependency. Three fine actors tell the story brilliantly. Kudos to Ridiculous Solutions. Sink your teeth into it!
February 18, 2025 at 9:58 PM
There can't be many plays as thrilling as 'The Passenger' in London right now. @robertnj.bsky.social gives a magnetic performance as Otto and is ably supported by a versatile and talented cast. The confined space of the @finboroughtheatre.bsky.social puts you at the heart of the action too. Superb.
February 15, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Hugely enjoyable evening at the Omnibus Theatre, seeing 'Miss Brexit'. Very likeable and talented international cast gave their all in this camp satire about British values. I particularly enjoyed George Berry's fearless turn as the MC. Sexy and fun - don't miss it!
February 13, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Connecting with nature
January 31, 2025 at 10:10 AM
Last night I saw the excellent #toysoldierplay at @waterlooeast.bsky.social. I loved how it focused on the casualties of war whose stories are seldom heard. Beautifully acted. Catch it until February 2nd.
January 23, 2025 at 3:15 PM
On today's Barclay's Brunch, 11-1pm, on @thisisriverside.bsky.social, we chat to Aaron Thakar and Jen Tucker about 'Under The Table'. Great music too! Listen in at play.riversideradio.com or on your smart speaker.
January 12, 2025 at 8:51 AM
Aaaaand breathe. Happy to have arrived on Bluesky.
November 14, 2024 at 8:55 AM