Coventry journalists Paul Allen and John Palmer will be In Conversation at the city’s Belgrade, outlining how their paths crossed at the theatre and how it has influenced their careers.
Allen, a playwright and broadcaster, has written the stage adaptation of Brassed Off which visits the Belgrade from Wednesday until Saturday, 23 to 26 April.
He was head of press at the Belgrade while John Palmer wrote about theatre, film and pop music for the Coventry Telegraph.
Palmer became a theatre, music and film critic for national magazines and newspapers. He has hosted many events featuring celebrities from the worlds of film, theatre, arts, music, business, politics and media.
The pair will play host to an informal, on-stage discussion, which will cover topics including the challenges Allen faced adapting the show, after the Thursday evening performance.
John Palmer explains, “We had such an exciting time in Coventry. There's no doubt that being in such a lively city where the arts, the car industry and politics were always in the national news meant that we had to learn quickly.
“We've already been reminiscing about some of our more memorable moments and are really looking forward to returning to our old stomping ground which had such a big influence on both our careers.
“We both love these events and questions from the audience often lead to some lively discussion and debate.”
Brassed Off…In Conversation will take place directly after the performance on Thursday 24 April.