I think there is no greater power on this earth than creativity: the freedom to forge, even in a small way, the world in the way that it should be. And I knew that my world needed a new creative fabric-and-programming project in it. I’m not sure exactly when I got interested in learning to … Continue reading
In these turbulent times, I think we all agree we’d like to be as prepared as possible for whatever comes our way. If some sudden catastrophe means we’re going back to bands of loosely organised communities with little or no central sociopolitical structures, I want to make sure I get in with the right group. … Continue reading
I adore the National Theatre. There’s always something exciting going on: plays, photography exhibitions, jazz in the foyer. For me it represents the range of possibilities of creative endeavour. Every time I walk in or even just see it from across the river I feel more awake, like something is about to begin. I often … Continue reading
As you will already know, dear devoted reader, my second book is coming out in the autumn with McFarland press. This book is a volume of collected essays by scholars from around the world and I feel deeply privileged to have been part of this project. We are nearing the end of the marathon now, … Continue reading
In a Merry Hour: Caitlin E McDonald 