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'Under The Stars' and 'Epidemic of Knowledge' now available on Amazon Prime.
Are you on Amazon Prime? Even if you're not, you can now watch our award-winning works 'Under The Stars' and 'Epidemic of Knowledge' which are available to rent or buy, or for free within your Prime membership on the service. Just click the titles to found out more information and to watch.
'Epidemic of Knowledge' writer, producer and director Carly Jones was recently awarded with an MBE for her services to Autism awareness. Carly Jones MBE seen below brandishing her MBE, with producer and editor of Epidemic of Knowledge, Clive Elkington.
'Under The Stars' receives its first Film Festival award.
It is with great pleasure that we can announce that our short film 'Under The Stars' has received its first film festival award, winning The Grand Prize of the Jury at Amsterdam Film Festival.
Amsterdam Film Festival was on our list to submit the film to, for its ethic of recognising films that move audiences and change perceptions, which we felt it fitted in to very well.
Under The Stars has been submitted to a number of film festivals all over the world. Be sure to keep up-to-date with its progress by liking our Facebook page, and checking back here from time to time.
Our 2017 production will be 'Dancing at Lughnasa'.
Brian Friel's play will be performed in the Studio Theatre at South Hill Park, directed by Jenny Hooper, from 19 - 22 July 2017. Tickets will be on sale from mid-March.
In the 1930s, five unforgettable women try to eke out an existence in Ireland, the land where no tears are without laughter, and no laughter is without tears. Each woman is filled with passionate longing; and yet they deal with it in their own, different ways - except when they are all equally possessed by the spirit of the dance, welling up from the buried, ancient powers of their native land.
Twenty-five years after it won Olivier and Tony awards for Best Play, Brian Friel's masterpiece is already acknowledged as a piece that will last as long as people live, dream and dance.
Find out more about the show.
Post-production completed on our latest short film 'Under The Stars'.
On February 27th, we completed post-production on Under The Stars, our latest short film.
With his parents' break up at the forefront of his mind, a young boy seeks escape and someone to talk to. Without a male figure in his life, he seeks solace under the stars with a message for his Grandad, who doesn't need to reply, but just to listen.
They are not so far from here.
Stay tuned with LivelyWood Pictures to be kept up-to-date on its progress. 'Like' our Facebook page. You can find more information about the film on the Under The Stars page.
'Footprints in the Sand' short film being screened at Henley Film Festival 2016.
Footprints in the Sand will be screening at Henley Film Festival over the weekend of 10/11 September 2016. Tickets can be booked at www.henleyfringe.org and more information about the film, including the trailer, is available on the Footprints In The Sand page.
Father Christmas' Grotto at South Hill Park is back Christmas 2016, and now ON SALE.
You can book by popping along to our Grotto Booking Page. The grotto was a huge success in it's first year at South Hill Park in 2015, with guests saying it was "beautifully decorated, and very delightful", and Natalie Aldred from the Henley Standard said "my son declared he'd been relieved to see it was the REAL Father Christmas". Don't just take their word for it. Make the magic real for your little ones and come see Father Christmas in the beautiful setting of South Hill Park.
TICKETS ON SALE for LWPs next production 'One for the Road'.
LWPs next production One for the Road, a wickedly observant comedy by Willy Russell is now on sale at South Hill Park. The show will be performed in the Studio Theatre from 31 May - 3 June 2016.
Pop on over to the One for the Road page to find out more and how to buy tickets.
EPIDEMIC OF KNOWLEDGE now available to buy or rent online.
The Documentary LWP attended Cannes Film Festival in 2015 with, which also went to a number of other film festivals around the world, is now available for you to buy or rent online.
Watch Epidemic of Knowledge on Reelhouse here. The documentary is 14minutes in length, and costs £1.19 to rent, or £2.79 to buy. Some of the proceeds from the film will be donated to the Lorna Wing Centre for Autism.
The documentary was screened at, and awarded (not in order):
Cannes Short Film Corner
Florida Movie Festival - Finalist, "Women's Issues"
San Francisco Film Awards - Winner, "Disability Award"
The Indie Fest in California - Winner, "Award of Merit for Disability Issues"
The International Peace and Film Festival in Orlando - Winner, "Essence Award", and "Knowledge Share" by documentary writer Olley Edwards.
World Humanitarian Awards - Winner, "International Humanitarian Silver Award", Finalist, "Most Favourite Film"
Roma CinemaDoc - Official Selection September 2015
Synopsis
Today 1 in 68 children are diagnosed with autism. Most are boys. If you had 2 Autistic daughters, would you want to know why? What if your answer was closer to home than you ever imagined? Are we living in an Autism epidemic? Or an Epidemic of Knowledge?
Announcing 'The Lively Lounge', NEW for 2016.
NEW FOR 2016. Are you a band? Musician? Able to put your own feel to a track? INTRODUCING 'The Lively Lounge'. Take a slow song, and make it faster!
Contact mail@livelywoodpictures.co.uk to get involved. Click the image below for more.
LWP producing South Hill Park Christmas Grotto for 2015.
This Christmas a very important man is setting up shop at South Hill Park. No, it's not the Prince from South Hill Park's Panto Sleeping Beauty. It's the famous man in red: Father Christmas! He's coming to see you before rushing off to deliver to all the good boys and girls around the world. Visit our Grotto page for more information.
Leanna Gage wins Bracknell's Got Talent 2015.
Bracknell's Got Talent took place on Sunday 14th June, and crowned Leanna Gage its winner. Leanna had also entered Bracknell's Got Talent in 2013 and came second place. Adam Stafford, who was on the panel in 2013 and this year also, said the level of improvement was incredible. In second place was Sammy Graham, followed by Heather Cameron-Hayes in third. Amber Matthews won the Audience Vote. To see more on the acts, visit the Bracknell's Got Talent page.
Autism Documentary submitted for film festivals around the world.
LWP recently worked with Olley Edwards, an Autism advocate, editing and producing a documentary about Autism and its common diagnosis among boys, but less common amongst girls. The film is currently being submitted to film festivals across the globe and has so far been accepted to screen at the Cannes Short Film Corner. It has also been screened at the Florida Movie Festival and The Indie Fest in California where it was a winner of an 'Award of Merit' for Disability Issues. More screenings will be announced as they are confirmed. You can find out more information, and contact Olley over at the facebook page for "Epidemic of Knowledge".
Events & Productions page now live on the site.
You're now able to view our upcoming and previous Events & Productions, as well as all of our video work on the website.
BaseCamp win Bracknell's Got Talent 2014.
After another successful year organising this fantastic local talent showcase, BaseCamp were announced the winners on Saturday 14th June. The judges spent their time deciding on the top 3, whilst the audience had their own vote, voting Busker Bill as their winner. The judges chose Unleashed as their 3rd place, Vicki Sayers in 2nd place and BaseCamp as their winners. Want to find out a bit more about the acts? Watch their VTs on the Bracknell's Got Talent page. LWP is already looking to begin preparations in organising next years! Watch this space.
LWP has joined creative forces with Savannah Photographic to launch a new Wedding Videography arm.
Since April this year, LWP has been working with Savannah Photographic on a new Wedding Videography arm of the company. The wedding videos will be produced jointly by the two companies, under a special wedding videography name, With Love Wedding Films. We will soon be launching it officially, and you will be able to view our Wedding Videos trailers here very soon. Whilst we're Berkshire based, we can travel as far as necessary to produce the wedding video you're after, and at a good price too. If you would like more information, please use the contact form and get in touch. We'll be happy to help create a beautifully stunning record of your wedding day.
Tickets on sale for Heroes production.
LWP is producing a production of Heroes written by Gérald Sibleyras, translated by Tom Stoppard at South Hill Park this May. The production, directed by Viv Baines, features John McGee as Henri, David Moloney as Gustave and Stuart Nicklin as Philippe, as well as live music performed by Francis Madeira. Heroes, winner of a Laurence Olivier Best New Comedy award, will be performed from 28-31 May, 7.45pm at South Hill Parks' Studio Theatre.
You can book tickets by clicking here, or calling 01344 484123.
Casting complete for 'Footprints In The Sand' short film, and ongoing for 'Heroes' stage production.
We are happy to announce the casting of Stephen Schumacher as 'Gentleman' and Jennie Lathan as 'Mother' in Footprints In The Sand. Filming will commence in March. Casting is almost complete for 'Heroes' which is to be staged in May at South Hill Park, Bracknell.
LWP team up with Savannah Photographic for next short film.
LivelyWood Pictures is teaming up with our creative partner Savannah Photographic to produce our next short film, 'Footprints In The Sand'. The film is about two elderly people; one a slightly grumpy and discontented old man, the other a wise, responsible and sensible lady. The lady is a very important role as she is Mother Nature in a human form. She encourages the Gentleman to confide in her, and gets information out of him about where he is at in his life at the moment. The Gentleman isn't much pleased with his life at the moment; therefore it would seem it might be his time to go. The lady questions further, and comes to a silent decision. Sometimes, we just have to leave people behind. Regardless. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for all the updates.
Applications open for Bracknell's Got Talent 2014.
Think you've got what it takes to impress this years judges? Click here to head to the Bracknell's Got Talent page for more information.
Just one month to go until 'The Hat, The Cane, The Moustache' 2014 mini tour.
Tickets for LWPs production of 'The Hat, The Cane, The Moustache' can be purchased from the venues websites, linked here.
Looking for Cast and Director for production in May 2014.
LWP is looking for 3 50+ males, and a Director for a production in May 2014. Click here to head to our opportunities page for more information.
TICKETS ON SALE for 'The Hat, The Cane, The Moustache' 2014 TOUR.
Tickets are now on sale for LWPs production of 'The Hat, The Cane, The Moustache' 2014 tour. You can find out more information on the shows very own page, right here.
LivelyWood Pictures website launched
After nearly two years in operation, LWP has finally launched our brand spanking new website. We hope you like it.
'The Hat, The Cane, The Moustache' goes on tour to celebrate 100years of Charlie Chaplins 'Little Tramp'
After a successful run at Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2013, LWP is pleased to announce it will be touring the show in 2014 to coincide with the centenary of Charlie Chaplins first appearance on screen as the Little Tramp. The production is approved by the Chaplin Office, written by JeTamme Derouet, adapted by David Wembridge, directed by Luke Burton, performed by Clive Elkington. Head over to our dedicated page on the show here.
LWP produces two session videos for Leanna Gage, runner up in Bracknell's Got Talent 2013
As runner up in Bracknell's Got Talent 2013, Leanna Gage was awarded a recording session (provided by Creative Control Studio) and videoshoot (provided by LWP). We went along to Leanna's recording session to record a 'session video' each for the two songs recorded. Watch them in the Session Videos section of our Portfolio page here.
'The Hat, The Cane, The Moustache' solo show about Charlie Chaplin debuts at the Edinburgh Fringe 2013
A unique and playful look at one of the world’s most famous film stars. Explore the life and career of Charlie Chaplin through the eyes of a young actor in the moments before he goes on stage to recreate his idol. This one man show is a funny and extraordinary story of two performers, told in words, visual and physical theatre - all with a great big toothy grin, and the inspiration of a legend to draw on... With a hat, a cane and a moustache, Chaplin’s Little Tramp will come back to life right before your eyes. Showing at C too (Venue 4), 1-26 August at 5.55pm. More information here.
LWP is heavily involved with the organisation of Bracknell's Got Talent 2013, producing VTs and a DVD of the show
South Hill Park is hosting Bracknell's Got Talent for it's second year. LWP is co-organising the event with SHP, alongside producing all the video and voice work for the show, including VTs for each of the acts, the voice overs and the DVD of the show. Visit the BGT page here to see all the video work produced.
LWP co-produces music video with Savannah Photographic and Songlines world music magazine for Joe Driscoll and Sekou Kouyate
Through it's association with Songlines world music magazine, LWP co-produces it's second Boat Session music video with Savannah Photographic for Joe Driscoll and Sekou Kouyate. You can view the video on the Boat Sessions page.
