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Richard Jordan

Richard Jordan is an award-winning UK and international theatre producer. He has been a regular contributor to The Stage since 2005. Read Richard's latest column for The Stage every Thursday.

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Royal Court names final two associate playwrights

Quotes of the week November 13: Vanessa Williams, Michael Sheen, Cynthia Erivo and more

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Sofia Jones: 'You can always learn from those around you'

Sadie Pearson: 'The more work you put on, the more opportunities come your way'

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Alex James-Hatton: 'There needs to be more support for actors, creatives and people who work behind the scenes'

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