Matthew Parker
@matthewparker75.bsky.social
Multi award-winning Theatre Director & Actor
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NEXT: Beauty & The Beast at Bridge House Theatre
AD Parker Graham
Ex AD The Hope Theatre
PR
Dog Dad
🏳️🌈 He/Him
AGENT: Savages Personal Management
INFO: matthewparker.net & https://app.spotlight.com/0290-4500-6048
NEXT: Beauty & The Beast at Bridge House Theatre
Chuffed to bits to be directing the in-house Panto at The Bridge House Theatre this year; BEAUTY & THE BEAST. Written as a 4-hander by Panto acer Luke Adamson, it's gonna be a small cast BLAST!
"Tale as old as time.."*
thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk/shows/beauty...
*there will be no Disney content
"Tale as old as time.."*
thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk/shows/beauty...
*there will be no Disney content
September 19, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Chuffed to bits to be directing the in-house Panto at The Bridge House Theatre this year; BEAUTY & THE BEAST. Written as a 4-hander by Panto acer Luke Adamson, it's gonna be a small cast BLAST!
"Tale as old as time.."*
thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk/shows/beauty...
*there will be no Disney content
"Tale as old as time.."*
thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk/shows/beauty...
*there will be no Disney content
One week since one of the best days of my silly, old life. Such gorgeousness with so many lovely, dear friends. I’m a very lucky man.
September 13, 2025 at 9:04 PM
One week since one of the best days of my silly, old life. Such gorgeousness with so many lovely, dear friends. I’m a very lucky man.
BONDING has completed its five-star, award winning run at Edinburgh Fringe. Thank you so much to all who joined us. The audience feedback has been so beautiful (especially on Fringe site). Shaken & stirred that we have touched so many whilst also giving them a good ol' giggle. ❤️
August 25, 2025 at 3:43 PM
BONDING has completed its five-star, award winning run at Edinburgh Fringe. Thank you so much to all who joined us. The audience feedback has been so beautiful (especially on Fringe site). Shaken & stirred that we have touched so many whilst also giving them a good ol' giggle. ❤️
⭐⭐⭐⭐ "The narrative gradually reveals its emotional core, & the seemingly light-hearted anecdotes from earlier scenes take on new meaning as the story unfolds" Theatre Weekly on BONDING
Last few shows at EdFringe Assembly George Square. 🎟️ assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/933...
Last few shows at EdFringe Assembly George Square. 🎟️ assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/933...
August 21, 2025 at 2:48 PM
⭐⭐⭐⭐ "The narrative gradually reveals its emotional core, & the seemingly light-hearted anecdotes from earlier scenes take on new meaning as the story unfolds" Theatre Weekly on BONDING
Last few shows at EdFringe Assembly George Square. 🎟️ assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/933...
Last few shows at EdFringe Assembly George Square. 🎟️ assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/933...
⭐⭐⭐⭐1/2 "Blake’s performance is magnetic… His writing is sharp, witty, and layered with emotional intelligence, and his delivery is full of charm and conviction." Mark Aspen Review
Award winning BONDING is playing at Ed Fringe until Sun 24 Aug. 🎟️ assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/933...
Award winning BONDING is playing at Ed Fringe until Sun 24 Aug. 🎟️ assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/933...
August 19, 2025 at 11:53 AM
⭐⭐⭐⭐1/2 "Blake’s performance is magnetic… His writing is sharp, witty, and layered with emotional intelligence, and his delivery is full of charm and conviction." Mark Aspen Review
Award winning BONDING is playing at Ed Fringe until Sun 24 Aug. 🎟️ assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/933...
Award winning BONDING is playing at Ed Fringe until Sun 24 Aug. 🎟️ assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/933...
B and I bought a new chair.
I sat in it and had a crack at Brummie and then he sat in it and did a flawless Bristolian.
Worked really well.
Would recommend.
10/10.
I sat in it and had a crack at Brummie and then he sat in it and did a flawless Bristolian.
Worked really well.
Would recommend.
10/10.
August 16, 2025 at 6:46 PM
B and I bought a new chair.
I sat in it and had a crack at Brummie and then he sat in it and did a flawless Bristolian.
Worked really well.
Would recommend.
10/10.
I sat in it and had a crack at Brummie and then he sat in it and did a flawless Bristolian.
Worked really well.
Would recommend.
10/10.
One Queen of the Side Eye relaxing against another Queen of the Side Eye. 🤣
August 15, 2025 at 4:48 PM
One Queen of the Side Eye relaxing against another Queen of the Side Eye. 🤣
⭐⭐⭐⭐ "What makes BONDING truly special is its universality. While Bond fans will revel in the references, the show’s themes of connection, loss & self-discovery resonate far beyond the world of espionage" @theatre_weekly
At Assembly George Square till 24 Aug 🎟️ assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/933...
At Assembly George Square till 24 Aug 🎟️ assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/933...
August 8, 2025 at 12:44 PM
⭐⭐⭐⭐ "What makes BONDING truly special is its universality. While Bond fans will revel in the references, the show’s themes of connection, loss & self-discovery resonate far beyond the world of espionage" @theatre_weekly
At Assembly George Square till 24 Aug 🎟️ assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/933...
At Assembly George Square till 24 Aug 🎟️ assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/933...
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August 5, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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BONDING opens at Ed Fringe today. Assembly George Square Studios; 3:10pm. And I am EXCITED!
★★★★★ “Captivating” City Girl Network
★★★★ 1/2 “Pure theatrical joy” Mark Aspen Reviews
“A thoroughly enjoyable blast” British Theatre Guide
assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/933...
★★★★★ “Captivating” City Girl Network
★★★★ 1/2 “Pure theatrical joy” Mark Aspen Reviews
“A thoroughly enjoyable blast” British Theatre Guide
assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/933...
August 1, 2025 at 10:52 AM
BONDING opens at Ed Fringe today. Assembly George Square Studios; 3:10pm. And I am EXCITED!
★★★★★ “Captivating” City Girl Network
★★★★ 1/2 “Pure theatrical joy” Mark Aspen Reviews
“A thoroughly enjoyable blast” British Theatre Guide
assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/933...
★★★★★ “Captivating” City Girl Network
★★★★ 1/2 “Pure theatrical joy” Mark Aspen Reviews
“A thoroughly enjoyable blast” British Theatre Guide
assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/933...
"You don’t have to be a Bond fan to enjoy this show… It is a thoroughly enjoyable blast… hugely thoughtful & emotionally packed" British Theatre Guide on BONDING
Playing Petworth Festival tonight, then the whole of Ed Fringe at the Assembly Rooms; George Square throughout August.
🎟️ bondingshow.com
Playing Petworth Festival tonight, then the whole of Ed Fringe at the Assembly Rooms; George Square throughout August.
🎟️ bondingshow.com
July 30, 2025 at 2:35 PM
"You don’t have to be a Bond fan to enjoy this show… It is a thoroughly enjoyable blast… hugely thoughtful & emotionally packed" British Theatre Guide on BONDING
Playing Petworth Festival tonight, then the whole of Ed Fringe at the Assembly Rooms; George Square throughout August.
🎟️ bondingshow.com
Playing Petworth Festival tonight, then the whole of Ed Fringe at the Assembly Rooms; George Square throughout August.
🎟️ bondingshow.com
Home alone with this one.
I’m enjoying The Brutalist.
She’s enjoying tiny bits of cheese and tummy rubs.
I’m enjoying The Brutalist.
She’s enjoying tiny bits of cheese and tummy rubs.
July 19, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Home alone with this one.
I’m enjoying The Brutalist.
She’s enjoying tiny bits of cheese and tummy rubs.
I’m enjoying The Brutalist.
She’s enjoying tiny bits of cheese and tummy rubs.
★★★★1/2 "Written& performed by Blake & deftly directed by Matthew Parker, this production is far more than a tribute to Bond’s shaken-not-stirred bravado. It’s a touching & unexpectedly vulnerable look at family, identity & grief"
Next week BONDING plays in my beloved Manchester! bondingshow.com
Next week BONDING plays in my beloved Manchester! bondingshow.com
July 17, 2025 at 3:32 PM
★★★★1/2 "Written& performed by Blake & deftly directed by Matthew Parker, this production is far more than a tribute to Bond’s shaken-not-stirred bravado. It’s a touching & unexpectedly vulnerable look at family, identity & grief"
Next week BONDING plays in my beloved Manchester! bondingshow.com
Next week BONDING plays in my beloved Manchester! bondingshow.com
Hi Theatre peeps. Looking for help with Press & PR for your OffWestEnd show? I've great press contacts and would love to chat about helping maximise your coverage and reviews. Reasonable rates and over 15 years experience. I promise hard work, honesty & kindness. More info at matthewparker.net/pr/
July 16, 2025 at 11:14 AM
Hi Theatre peeps. Looking for help with Press & PR for your OffWestEnd show? I've great press contacts and would love to chat about helping maximise your coverage and reviews. Reasonable rates and over 15 years experience. I promise hard work, honesty & kindness. More info at matthewparker.net/pr/
My workplace for today. I never take these amazing opportunities for granted coz I know just how very bloody lucky I am to experience them.
BONDING plays for one night only at the historic, stunning Wilton’s Music Hall tonight.
wiltons.org.uk/whats-on/bon...
BONDING plays for one night only at the historic, stunning Wilton’s Music Hall tonight.
wiltons.org.uk/whats-on/bon...
July 11, 2025 at 3:45 PM
My workplace for today. I never take these amazing opportunities for granted coz I know just how very bloody lucky I am to experience them.
BONDING plays for one night only at the historic, stunning Wilton’s Music Hall tonight.
wiltons.org.uk/whats-on/bon...
BONDING plays for one night only at the historic, stunning Wilton’s Music Hall tonight.
wiltons.org.uk/whats-on/bon...
Had an absolute blast watching THE UNKILLABLE MIKE MOLLOY The Bridge House Theatre (@pengetheatre.bsky.social) last night.
Slick, stylish, sneaky and just so dang funny. LX looking beaut too.
It's a must see from me!
🎟️ thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk/shows/the-un...
Slick, stylish, sneaky and just so dang funny. LX looking beaut too.
It's a must see from me!
🎟️ thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk/shows/the-un...
July 11, 2025 at 11:14 AM
Had an absolute blast watching THE UNKILLABLE MIKE MOLLOY The Bridge House Theatre (@pengetheatre.bsky.social) last night.
Slick, stylish, sneaky and just so dang funny. LX looking beaut too.
It's a must see from me!
🎟️ thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk/shows/the-un...
Slick, stylish, sneaky and just so dang funny. LX looking beaut too.
It's a must see from me!
🎟️ thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk/shows/the-un...
Looking forward to rejoining the current UK tour of BONDING tomorrow, as it makes its only London stop at the always glorious Wiltons Music Hall.
Last few tickets remaining. It's gonna be a full one!
Would love to see you there.
wiltons.org.uk/whats-on/bon...
Last few tickets remaining. It's gonna be a full one!
Would love to see you there.
wiltons.org.uk/whats-on/bon...
July 10, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Looking forward to rejoining the current UK tour of BONDING tomorrow, as it makes its only London stop at the always glorious Wiltons Music Hall.
Last few tickets remaining. It's gonna be a full one!
Would love to see you there.
wiltons.org.uk/whats-on/bon...
Last few tickets remaining. It's gonna be a full one!
Would love to see you there.
wiltons.org.uk/whats-on/bon...
London friends: There's just a handful of tickets left for the only London date of BONDING this Friday 11 July at the always gorgeous Wilton Music Hall.
I'd love you to join us for this fun, funny & heartfelt show about Bond & parental bonding by Cyril Blake
BOOKING AT wiltons.org.uk/whats-on/bon...
I'd love you to join us for this fun, funny & heartfelt show about Bond & parental bonding by Cyril Blake
BOOKING AT wiltons.org.uk/whats-on/bon...
July 7, 2025 at 10:06 AM
London friends: There's just a handful of tickets left for the only London date of BONDING this Friday 11 July at the always gorgeous Wilton Music Hall.
I'd love you to join us for this fun, funny & heartfelt show about Bond & parental bonding by Cyril Blake
BOOKING AT wiltons.org.uk/whats-on/bon...
I'd love you to join us for this fun, funny & heartfelt show about Bond & parental bonding by Cyril Blake
BOOKING AT wiltons.org.uk/whats-on/bon...
Happy London Pride, lovelies (& if you’re not lovely, do go away)
I’m celebrating by wearing a Golden Girls tee for rehearsals & prepping to sing a gay anthem on stage in tonight’s Finale Episode of PENGE WEST.
The Bridge House Theatre. 7.30pm 🎟️ thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk/shows/penge-...
I’m celebrating by wearing a Golden Girls tee for rehearsals & prepping to sing a gay anthem on stage in tonight’s Finale Episode of PENGE WEST.
The Bridge House Theatre. 7.30pm 🎟️ thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk/shows/penge-...
July 5, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Happy London Pride, lovelies (& if you’re not lovely, do go away)
I’m celebrating by wearing a Golden Girls tee for rehearsals & prepping to sing a gay anthem on stage in tonight’s Finale Episode of PENGE WEST.
The Bridge House Theatre. 7.30pm 🎟️ thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk/shows/penge-...
I’m celebrating by wearing a Golden Girls tee for rehearsals & prepping to sing a gay anthem on stage in tonight’s Finale Episode of PENGE WEST.
The Bridge House Theatre. 7.30pm 🎟️ thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk/shows/penge-...
Who do I know in/close to the South West London area who might be up for a bit of dog-sitting for our wee girl this month? She's lovely company & enjoys games as much as a sofa snuggle. She just can't be left alone hence needing company. Email at mail@matthewparker.net if you might be able to help ❤️
July 3, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Who do I know in/close to the South West London area who might be up for a bit of dog-sitting for our wee girl this month? She's lovely company & enjoys games as much as a sofa snuggle. She just can't be left alone hence needing company. Email at mail@matthewparker.net if you might be able to help ❤️
Great to be back in the rehearsal room for BONDING today ahead of its UK Tour which kicks off tomorrow at the beautiful Bath Theatre Royal.
Visiting many gorgeous venues & cities throughout July. Check out all the dates & deets at bondingshow.com
Visiting many gorgeous venues & cities throughout July. Check out all the dates & deets at bondingshow.com
June 30, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Great to be back in the rehearsal room for BONDING today ahead of its UK Tour which kicks off tomorrow at the beautiful Bath Theatre Royal.
Visiting many gorgeous venues & cities throughout July. Check out all the dates & deets at bondingshow.com
Visiting many gorgeous venues & cities throughout July. Check out all the dates & deets at bondingshow.com
Doggy dreaming
Oh my ❤️
(sound on)
Oh my ❤️
(sound on)
June 20, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Doggy dreaming
Oh my ❤️
(sound on)
Oh my ❤️
(sound on)
I'm in Episodes 1 - 5 plus the Finale Episode 8. Each Episode plays for 2 nights. And every night is Pay What You Decide!
I hope to see some of my London mates there for what I'm sure will be a right old laugh.
TICKETS AT: thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk/shows/penge-...
I hope to see some of my London mates there for what I'm sure will be a right old laugh.
TICKETS AT: thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk/shows/penge-...
June 15, 2025 at 12:24 PM
I'm in Episodes 1 - 5 plus the Finale Episode 8. Each Episode plays for 2 nights. And every night is Pay What You Decide!
I hope to see some of my London mates there for what I'm sure will be a right old laugh.
TICKETS AT: thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk/shows/penge-...
I hope to see some of my London mates there for what I'm sure will be a right old laugh.
TICKETS AT: thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk/shows/penge-...
Thrilled to be joining the cast of PENGE WEST: A CONTINUING DRAMA at @pengetheatre.bsky.social.
An on-stage soap opera on stage, told over 8 Episodes and in which I play the landlord of the local boozer (cue my best Danny Dyer/Babs Windsor impression! GERROUT MY PUB etc) (contd.)
An on-stage soap opera on stage, told over 8 Episodes and in which I play the landlord of the local boozer (cue my best Danny Dyer/Babs Windsor impression! GERROUT MY PUB etc) (contd.)
June 15, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Thrilled to be joining the cast of PENGE WEST: A CONTINUING DRAMA at @pengetheatre.bsky.social.
An on-stage soap opera on stage, told over 8 Episodes and in which I play the landlord of the local boozer (cue my best Danny Dyer/Babs Windsor impression! GERROUT MY PUB etc) (contd.)
An on-stage soap opera on stage, told over 8 Episodes and in which I play the landlord of the local boozer (cue my best Danny Dyer/Babs Windsor impression! GERROUT MY PUB etc) (contd.)
