The article discusses 'Bloody Elle – A Gig Musical,' a one-person show written and performed by Lauryn Redding. The musical is described as a humorous and touching story about first love, filled with significant moments of connection. It debuted at the Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester in June 2021, under the direction of Bryony Shanahan and in collaboration with Rebel Productions. After a revival at the same theatre in June 2022, the show moved to the Traverse Theatre for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

In celebration of Pride Month this June, the article announces a special promotion by NHB (Nick Hern Books) on a selection of plays and musicals that highlight LGBTQ+ experiences and are written by prominent LGBTQ+ writers. Customers can use the code NHBPRIDE to receive a 40% discount on both paperbacks and ebooks. The offer includes dozens of hand-picked titles and is valid until 30 June 2023. The promotion is available exclusively on the NHB website, and the article encourages readers to browse the selection and take advantage of the opportunity to acquire exceptional theatre literature.

Lauryn Redding, an actor and writer, shares her personal journey through 2020, a year marked by injury, PTSD, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the theatre industry. She discusses the challenges faced by the industry, including the UK government's inadequate support for freelance workers. During her recovery, Redding wrote her debut play 'Bloody Elle', a lesbian love story reflecting her own experiences and the underrepresentation of queer voices in theatre. The play, which opened at the Royal Exchange in Manchester, received critical acclaim and audience appreciation, with plans for a future theatre run, tour, and a TV series adaptation. Redding's story is one of resilience and the transformative power of art during adversity.

Bolton's Octagon Theatre is set to present a new gig musical version of Chekhov's The Seagull, rewritten by Beth Hyland. The play, which focuses on four young musicians in a rock band, will be performed in Bolton Library's small theatre space. BTG Editor David Chadderton interviews cast members Tomi Ogbaro and Lauryn Redding, as well as director Lotte Wakeham, who also discusses the Octagon Theatre's upcoming reopening after a major refurbishment. The article includes mentions of two songs from the show, 'Remember' and 'Muse'. The production will run from 24 October to 16 November 2019.

The Octagon Theatre in Bolton is set to present a new production of Chekhov's The Seagull, reimagined by Beth Hyland as a gig musical focusing on four young musicians in a rock band. The play is set in 2019 and will be performed in the intimate setting of the Bolton Library Theatre. BTG Editor David Chadderton interviews cast members Tomi Ogbaro and Lauryn Redding, as well as director Lotte Wakeham, who also shares news about the Octagon Theatre's upcoming reopening after significant refurbishments. The article includes mentions of two songs from the musical, 'Remember' and 'Muse'. The production will run from October 24 to November 16, 2019.