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Aug 2021
Former London based actor to set up theatre company in Harrogate
Tony Kirkland has been acting for over 30 years and now wants to set up a community-based group in Harrogate to put on shows.
Mr Kirkland has featured in the BAFTA-winning film Fish Tank and Rocks which is currently on Netflix.
After acting and teaching English in London for much of his adult-life he has now moved to Bilton with his young family.
He says he's not ready to give up on his passions in theatre and hopes other like-minded people will get involved. His aim is to put on "low-budget but high quality performances" in the district.
Mr Kirkland says he doesn't know many local people yet after only moving in January this year. He's now putting a call-out for drama enthusiasts and theatre lovers to get in touch.
He has already set up Interact Harrogate and is now looking for his cast and backstage crew:
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He hopes to put on around three to four shows a year with the first before the end of this year.
Mr Kirkland says he has a few ideas for his first show including Trafford Tanzi by Clare Luckham or Bouncers by John Godber.
As well as people Mr Kirkland is also on the hunt for a performance space and welcomes ideas.
Anyone interested in getting involved can message @interactharrogate on instagram or email kirklandanthony@hotmail.com.
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