Biography
The Group
Inky Quill Productions formed in early 2009 as result of numerous conversations in which we were told that theatre is pretentious and inaccessible. With the intention of exploding that myth and delivering comic plays that appeal to everyone, the company is now embarking upon it's third major production.
Formed by a group of writers, directors and performers, Inky Quill Productions are the company behind 2009's Away Now to War and 2010's Death and the Monster.
Reviews
Death and the Monster (June 2010)
From Theatre in Wales's David Cox...
'For their eagerly awaited 2nd production "Inky Quill productions" found themselves in the impressive surroundings of the Chapter Arts Centre, Cardiff.
Local comic Dan Mitchell set the tone with a short set which got a packed audience laughing constantly. Making it clear that he wasn't the play he won the crowd over with strong material.
Continuing their worthy ideal of bringing unpretentious theatre and comedy to the masses, Rick Allden's latest play did what it said on the tin. "Death and the Monster" followed the exploits of eminent surgeon Tobias Flavian and his faithful assistant Colin as they travelled to Inverness to investigate the supposed capture of the Loch Ness monster.
A talented cast (including most of Inky Quills & their ever-growing repertory company) took full advantage of a funny script to ensure that one big laugh followed another. For a company at the beginning of its life, the production values were particularly impressive. The macabre yet humorous tone was immediately set by Jon Holcroft's music, with a screen brilliantly used to convey the Scottish setting and horror element of the tale. Basically, an excuse to show plenty of Susan Boyle photos.
Definitely a play, and a company, worthy of a wider audience.
Away Now To War (September 2009)
From the South Wales Argus's Jane Helmich...
Inky Quill Productions is a new company formed earlier this year, but, if this is anything to go by, it should be around for a long time to come.
Phil Williams has penned a very funny play. It is often silly, although in the best possible sense of that word. It was almost like a series of sketches, linked by the story of a daft king faced with the threat of war and his rag-tag army’s march to take on the opposing forces.
A small but highly talented cast, who all took numerous parts, including that of “cactus”, showed deft comic timing and there were many, many memorable moments. It was lovely to see that they seemed to enjoy the evening as much as the appreciative audience in this lovely venue. Even director Rick Allden confessed in the programme notes that he had chuckled throughout rehearsals.
It was just a shame that this was only being staged for one night.
