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Inside the world of the elusive Instagirl Cally Jane
06 EDITOR’S LETTER
A summary of this month’s edition
08 CALLY JANE BEECH Inside the world of the elusive Instagirl, Cally Jane
18 CREATIVE OBSESSIVE Featuring Costume Designer and Milliner Lara Jensen on unique fashion & the desire for creation
24 THE FASHION BIBLE
Showcasing the very best of our local boutiques autumn / winter collection featuring; Bourne, Little Bird Boutique, Poorboy & Boutique Milla
32 ORESOME JEWELLERY
Discuss the raw art of jewellery production and how the team at the gallery plan to put the lost craft back at the forefront of modern day style
34 THE BEAUTY BRIEF
We introduce you to our chief make up artist and the woman behind the beauty of many of our front covers, Alison Martin
36 THE TREND REPORT
Hull Fashion & Style Blogger Alex Redfearn of Champagne and Lemonade talks beauty tips and products for Autumn / Winter 2015
42 INIT CREATIVE
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elcome to ‘The Fashion Bible’. It sounds epic I know. This insanely stylish edition is brimming with clothing and beauty guides, trend reports and boutique reviews, to ensure you look at your best as we head into autumn/winter. Delve further and you will discover a mesmeric interview with Hull born Costume Designer and Milliner Lara Jensen, who has worked with celebrities such as Kylie Minogue, Ed Sheeran and The Rolling Stones. Elsewhere in the issue we have a lively interview with our stunning cover star Cally Jane Beech, who shares with us the real side of reality television, the power of social media and how her recent appearance on ITV’s Love Island has changed her life. The raw beauty of this season is what captivates many of us, as the trees don their vibrant hues and a cool chill creeps into the air, reminding us that a subtle change is afoot. Crimson clouds and burning red skies act as a complete contrast to the increasingly crisp and fresh mornings. It is this sensory divergence that breeds such spectacular thoughts, emotions and ideas at this time of year. It is almost like the world is in a phase of unbalanced transition, slowly but beautifully cleansing itself of its nostalgic past, to form a blank canvas of natural opportunity. It is sad to leave behind our fading memories of
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ix months ago Cally Jane Beech was working as a dental nurse in her hometown of Hull, fitting in photo-shoots for local brands around her day job and social life. Today she is a national TV personality, model and social media celebrity, who has just surpassed Robbie Williams in number of Instagram followers. This meteoric rise to fame is the result of her recent appearance on ITV’s Love Island. The show reached record viewing figures with the highest rating of any ITV programme on catch-up this year. The opportunity arose for Cally when at the time, former love interest Luis Morrison contacted her to say he would be going on the show. A phone call followed from the programme’s producers and suddenly Cally was flying out to join him and the other contestants at the plush villa on the island of Mallorca. “Me and Luis had been seeing each other before but we weren’t together at the time and he called me out of courtesy to let me know he was going on the show and we agreed that if he found love then obviously we were not meant to be. Then I got a call from ITV a week later and they offered me the chance to go on the show and to be honest I thought why the hell not, it was a great opportunity for me”. Six weeks of intense media spotlight followed as the public watched as Cally and Luis began to rekindle their romance, eventually finishing 4th in the show’s July finale. In the blink of an eye Cally Jane Beech had become a nationally recognised TV star and her life was now rapidly moving down a completely new and unforeseen path. Describing the aftermath she says, “inside the villa we had no idea how big the show was because we were totally disconnected from the outside world. It was only when we left that the producer told us about the ratings and exposure the show had received. Since then it has been a complete whirlwind and a little bit mad to be honest with people literally walking up to me in the street crying and asking crazy things like ‘will you Facetime my mum, she loves you’ I mean how can you prepare yourself for something like that?!”. I know what some people will be thinking when reading this and I can understand your preconceptions. If i’m being completely truthful I had them as well, just before meeting Cally. There is a very clearly contrived image of the stereotypical reality TV star, whose rapid rise to fame has gone to their head and they are willing to do anything and everything in order to get there and reap the rewards. It is important that I immediately dismantle and dispel this convention, as this could not be further from the truth with Cally. Meeting her for the first time you get an instant sense of her bubbly and vibrant personality and more importantly an overwhelming wave of honesty. Simply put she is exactly herself. That may sound like an obvious statement but it is a very important one because many of the people who experience this kind of instant fame, do so through the creation of a falsified personality that they believe the public will buy into. Cally was very conscious of this during the show and continues to be very aware of the industries perceived appearance in the eyes of the public, “I have seen it from both sides and it is true that there are people who try to be someone else in order to be liked, doing things to stand out and be the centre of attention, but equally there are a whole host of real and genuine people who are just being themselves. Ultimately you can only be somebody else for so long, it won’t last and you will
quickly get caught out. For me it was just about going into the Villa to see Luis, being myself and having a good time. If people like me for that then great, if they don’t then that’s just fine as well”. Whilst Cally received widespread praise for her respectable and direct approach in the show, there were murmurs from some corners about the lack of entertainment provided by her and Luis. “I know my mum had to bite her tongue a few times when people would say that I was boring to watch but in all honesty I’d rather they were saying that than saying I was offensive, disrespectful or crude. At the end of the day I want a successful and dignified career in this industry, so I’m not going to throw that away by having sex on television or getting into big arguments or fights with people for the sake of it, it’s just not worth it and plus the thought of my mum watching all of that on TV would be horrible”. Cally is signed to ITV for another 9 months following Love Island and is hopeful of increased TV opportunities in the future, alongside more high profile modelling work, “I’d love to do another show like Love Island, I met so many great people and the industry in general is so friendly and open. I’ve built some great friendships and my manager has been fantastic in helping me network and open up new opportunities”. It is clear that Cally appreciates and understands the fragility of the industry she is now involved in, saying “it can be flavour of the month, which means you can very quickly be replaced so you have to be on your toes and looking for opportunities to keep developing and moving forward. I’m currently looking at getting more involved with music, potentially having a single released towards the back end of the year. This is all pretty new to me but an area I want to explore further. I think the key is not to pigeon hole yourself as one thing or another, if an opportunity comes along then take it and see where it leads, sometimes the unexpected ones can offer the greatest rewards”. The media spotlight is not a completely new phenomenon for Cally, having taken part in a number of beauty pageants from an early age, culminating in being crowned Miss Great Britain in 2012. “When I was growing up my friends were taking part in local competitions and pageants and I thought why not give it a go. I instantly got a buzz from competing and it was a great platform to meet and network with new people, so I decided to continue right up until winning Miss GB”. Leaving the pageants behind Cally continued to do more promotional work for local brands and events, whilst continuing to work around her job as a dental nurse. “I was booking shoots in on evenings and weekends but it was starting to takeover my life and I needed to make a decision to either jump into it fully or just continue to plod along”. Fortunately the decision was taken somewhat out of Cally’s hands when the invitation came from ITV and she hasn’t looked back since. She is however keen to point out that whilst this new lifestyle certainly has its perks, it is taking time to get used to, “It has been quite daunting actually because I just don’t have a routine anymore. I used to look forward to weekends and going out with friends and now it’s just crazy, one minute I’m getting all dressed up to go out on a Monday night for an awards ceremony, then I wake up the next
“It has been a complete whirlwind and a little bit mad to be honest with people literally walking up to me in the street crying”
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day for a photo shoot in London, before going up to Scotland to do a PR event. You just don’t know what is coming next, which is incredibly exciting but frenetic at the same time”. The impact of this kind of lifestyle and the pressures of constantly being in the media eye, can be stressful at times for both Cally and her partner Luis. “Because we are always busy doing things and going places we tend to have a lot of attention and focus on us both individually and as a couple. This naturally puts its own type of pressures on our relationship. For example we have over 300 thousand followers on social media who watch our every move and I genuinely think some people would be devastated if we ever broke up and that naturally brings extra weight but equally it makes us work ten times harder at our relationship”. Even as her following grows and more job opportunities come her way Cally assures me that she is still very much a Hull girl at heart and even though she now resides in London with Luis, she continues to make frequent trips back home to see friends and family. When asked what the people close to her think about her new found fame, she laughs and replies “my friends think it’s hilarious, especially when people come up to me and ask for selfies. They have seen me grow up and always been there so they think it’s mad the attention that I now get. I love them though and they have all been so supportive throughout everything and don’t treat me any differently, I’m still just Cally to them”. The hype experienced by Cally doesn’t stop with people just coming up to her in the street, she tells me how she gets waves of enquiries and messages from fans about her hair, clothes and makeup. “I have people asking things like what shampoo do I use or telling me that they have done their hair like me today. It is really sweet and I make sure I respond to as many comments as possible because people are so grateful when I do and I know that if people are looking up to me and supporting me, it is important to give back”. The vast reach and accessibility of social media means that Cally has become a modern day icon for many young girls and that is something that whilst daunting for her is incredibly rewarding, “I love the fact that I’m in a position to inspire young girls but it sometimes makes me sad in a way when some say they want to be like me. It is really important that all girls are encouraged at a young age to be the best they can be, rather than wanting to become somebody else because it doesn’t matter what industry you’re in as soon as you try to be something that you aren’t you will get caught out. So whilst I appreciate the fact girls want to do their hair like me and look like me, it is important they build their own image and grow in their own direction, after all that’s what makes us all unique – the world would be a very boring place if everyone was the same”. Cally has certainly developed a signature image for herself already, with the way she slicks back her long dark hair whilst focusing her look on her crystal blue eyes. In addition standing at only 5ft 2’ she has been described by some as a ‘little porcelain doll’. Describing her image she says, “it is important in such a competitive industry that you have something that make you stand out and makes you different. It can be little things like creating a style for your hair and makeup or through the way you dress. As long as it is an honest representation of your personality there are no rights or wrongs, it is just about being the best version of you!”.
Considering my initial unwarranted preconceptions, I have to say whilst talking to Cally I developed a real respect not only for her and her grounded and optimistic approach to life but for the wider industry of reality television. Many of the people involved in it just like Cally, have built an expansive and loyal fan-base of followers, who adore them for being real people with a clear vision and a determination to succeed. The question some may ask at this point is why do the masses choose to engage with these stars in a way not seen with global musicians like Elton John, Robbie Williams or Take That. My view is simple, there is a new age of people, who are following a new breed of celebrity, in a new world of media. The public no longer want to engage purely with the esoteric and illusive celebrities that exist only in the upper echelons of global entertainment, they want to immerse themselves within a world dominated by celebrities who they can empathise with. Stars who’s lifestyles are aspirational and achievements attainable because ultimately that is within the realms of reality. The naysayers and pessimists will insist that this creates an even further gap between them and the global stars, making it more difficult than ever to stand and take that leap into the elite world of entertainment. I would dispute that by saying, the creation of opportunity at a lower level, will in turn create a higher probability of future stars at all levels. After all in a world where Justin Bieber can go from putting a few videos on YouTube in 2007 to becoming one of the planets most successful popstars, selling out stadiums around the world on his way to acquiring a net worth of over $200m, surely everybody should be encouraged and supported in following their dreams because you never know where they will lead. People like Cally are simply taking opportunities that they have carved out through the growth and increasing demands of modern day media. One where ITV now has an entire channel (ITVBe) dedicated to reality television. 21st century media is clearly being built up around an intrusive infrastructure, where platforms like Instagram and Twitter allow the general public to feel a sense of involvement, a real life connection and an emotional insight into celebrities daily lives. If this creates inspiration, motivation and consequent opportunity for the masses to improve themselves and live in an honest and positive way, then who are we to dispute it. Cally is one of the most grounded people I have ever met, she is not getting caught up in the immediacy of fame, she is very aware that she is on a crest of a wave and that in order to maintain it she needs to continue to explore and try new things because who knows where it could potentially lead. Outlining her ambitions she says “It’s really simple for me, I just want to be the best I can be. I want to come across as a genuine, respectful and classy girl who knows where she comes from and is willing to put the work in to build a successful and respected career. Hopefully that will inspire other girls to never settle but always challenge themselves to improve and follow their passions – nobody should ever be criticised for chasing their dreams”. With that statement Cally tees up my final question, What is your dream? She smiles and says, “to be successful for who I am”.
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ara Jensen is an extremely talented and wildly successful milliner and costume designer. Publicly exhibiting artworks from the age of twelve, it’s clear to see that there’s very little she hasn’t turned her talented hands to. From working with some of the world’s most recognisable names such as Madonna, Kylie Minogue, Lady Gaga and Karl Lagerfeld, it’s truly amazing to acknowledge that her inevitable rise through the exciting world of fashion and film was born from humble beginnings right here in the city of Hull. Daughter to both a physicist and a budding artist Lara’s introduction to the wonders of both fashion and art was a simple yet highly infectious initiation. From a really early age Lara’s unique flare for artistic exploration was instantaneously evident; whether it was selecting her favourite piece from the local Sailor’s Society charity shop or hand crafting small models out of clay, being inventive was a huge part of her childhood. On reflection of her time growing up Lara says, “I think that when you come from a background where you don’t have much money or toys, you just become far more imaginative with the things that you have around you”. By the time secondary school had come around Lara’s artistic focus was primarily on fine art, a passion which successfully took her through the foundation courses of Hull College and ultimately rewarded her with a degree in the subject whilst attending Leeds University. As a self professed ‘art nerd’ the majority of Lara’s free time whilst in the educational system was spent working on new ideas, honing her incredible craft and perfecting her natural talent. “I literally don’t think there’s a day gone by where I haven’t
drawn anything”. Although a degree in fine art was an incredible achievement, unfortunately it still wasn’t enough to propel Lara into an industry she was so clearly destined to be a part of. As a result Lara ended up working as a waitress in a local Frankie & Benny’s restaurant whilst all the while saving the majority her money earned to make trips down to London in order to intern and gain work experience on various films, fashion shoots and anything she could get involved with. By consistently offering her skills in exchange for experience on various artistic projects going on in the capital it was only a matter of passion, time and persistence before a truly worthwhile opportunity would unexpectedly present itself, and of course it did, but this time it was in the form of the prestigious London College of Fashion. It had proved that the time Lara had given to interning was time well spent. Not only had she gained a plethora of experience but had also made a variety of great friends throughout the industry. It was due to a regular lunch meeting with one of these friends that proved to be that stroke of luck Lara so deservedly required. It just so happened to be that whilst waiting for her friend to arrive Lara decided to kill the time by doing what she does best - drawing and a tutor from London College saw her work and asked what course she was taking and for her to bring her more of her work. This momentary act of chance then resulted in Lara achieving a scholarship for the infamous college and thus was the first step of the journey towards the extremely well respected designer and milliner Lara is today. “I will always be thankful for the lady who Issue 008 | LOCO | 19
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CREATIVE OBSESSIVE spotted my work that day as she was the person that spotted me and pushed me to reach my potential.”. Whilst attending the London College of Fashion it was there where Lara’s love for millinery and costume design really blossomed. “I just absolutely love making costumes, it offers something a little more than fine art, something three dimensional”. The college acted as an outlet to effectively validate her artistic licence, the opportunity to learn new skills and was a real melting pot of inspiration. During her time at the college Lara spent a lot of time once again interning for various designers and quickly built up an innovative reputation amongst fellow creative’s within the industry. Lara eventually graduated at the time of the recent recession and recalls how difficult it was to gain employment in any line of work not just the all ready extremely competitive fashion industry but yet again due to her instinctively creative nature and pure passion for her craft she spent this time offering to create pieces free of charge in order to stay connected and pursue her dream. Lara recalls this time of her life by saying “I just offered my services out in exchange for the costs of the materials. All I really asked for in return was that when they eventually get a budget, for them to remember me. At the time all the designers involved in big collections were making relatively safe clothing, the industry was crying out for bold interesting concepts and those ideas that truly make a great photographic editorial. Thankfully I felt like I could provide those”. The fashion industry is renowned as a cut throat and ever expanding maze. With the world becoming a significantly more style conscious environment the desire to be part of such a beautiful monster is forever on the increase, from Kanye West’s loud and proud yeezy collection to David Beckham’s’ underpants empire it’s almost as if the entry criteria has completely warped out of shape due to the nature of the numbers that simply want to be involved. With that firmly embedded in mind I asked Lara how she remains successful in such a fast paced industry. “There are always obstacles when pursuing your creative passions, whether that be financially, creatively or simply opportunity but you
learn very quickly in fashion that you cannot be bound by the obstacles that lay ahead. If I had done that I would never have got to where I am today”. Even as a young student Lara was discouraged by tutors and friends alike that pursuing a creative occupation in a place such as London would be next to impossible. However it wasn’t just due to her talent alone that landed Lara in her now privileged position but the admirable combination of risk, determination and persistence that ultimately has led her to reap the rewards of her passions. Lara Jensen’s curriculum vitae is a story that simply speaks for itself, her list of achievements and client base is nothing but an honest reflection of her ability and mentality as a creative icon. One of her most memorable moments was the Commonwealth games in which Lara designed the full head pieces for Kylie Mingoue’s performance in the closing ceremony and as a result was plastered across newspapers and magazines across the entire world. It doesn’t get much better than that. Overall I feel as though Lara is a true embodiment of creativity by simply pursuing what she loves, driven by nothing but the innate impulse to create, inspire and improve. Her understanding and appreciation of reciprocation is something that has heavily influenced not only her career but the choices she makes on a daily basis and it’s a true pleasure to chat with someone who practices that ethos every day. To round the interview off I asked Lara if she was exactly where she wanted to be and she responded with “I have always had an open attitude to life, with no real anticipation of when or where I am going but what I do know is that if you work hard at something you love you will naturally fall into something that you are good at. For me that was the creation of things, I need to create, without creating I am like a dancer with no legs or a butterfly with no wings. I’m in fashion because it’s a mode of expression and like me is an industry that embraces change all the time. I am where I am and I’m happy. If I died today I would have no regrets because I have taken every opportunity that’s come my way and I think that’s all you can ever do in life.”.
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Healthy flushed cheeks are a must have (think of that just come inside from the cold look). I love using a cream blush this time of year as it goes on sheer, stays really well and lifts dry, tired, winter skin. Also lipgloss was used on the models at various shows at New York Fashion week, which is good news for any lipgloss fans who are looking for a little glam during the winter months.
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As part of our fashion focus for this month’s issue we introduce you to our chief make up artist and the woman behind the beauty of many of our front covers, Alison Martin. When it comes to knowledge and expertise within the world of professional make up and styling few can rival the CV offered by Alison, who has now built up over 10 years of experience as a freelance hair and make up artist. Having trained at London School of Media Make-up by a BAFTA winning make-up artist Alison went on to work initially as a beauty consultant in Harrods for brands such as Bobbi Brown, Mac and Esteé Lauder. Following her time at the famous department store Alison then opted for a new path, moving into the commercial field to ply her trade, working on shoots and events for a plethora of global brands including Sainsburys, Yahoo!, Monster, Vauxhall, Lynx and O2. Alison also worked on a major music video for band Keane which was followed by a major role as Head make-up artist on Channel 5 TV series Sofias Diary. More major media opportunities followed with projects for CBS, ITV London and BBC
working on programmes such as Celebrity Wedding Planner and Restoration Homes. Alison has also partnered with an array of major print titles including Nuts, FHM, Classic Rock, Wedding Mag and our very own LOCO Magazine. Since moving back to Yorkshire Alison has taken more of a backseat in the industry and whilst she still frequently visits the capital for ad-hoc jobs she primarily focuses on media work, events and weddings in the north of the country in order to be closer to her friends and family. Describing her career to date she says, “I’ve loved every minute. I’ve been lucky enough to work with so many great people and brands. Having experienced the wonderful whirlwind of TV I knew I needed to step back a little. It is amazing to be involved in but equally becomes a bit manic and hugely time consuming travelling up and down the country. I’m happy to be back in Yorkshire and fitting my work aroundmy lifestyle now”.
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Wed 23 September 8.00 pm
Sat 26 September 7.30 pm
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Shetland born singer-songwriter Astrid Williamson comes to ERT to perform two new and diverse works - ‘Requiem’ and ‘We Dare to Dream’
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You can always expect the best in live literature from Beverley Literature Festival and this year is no exception. Taking up residence at its new home - the East Riding Theatre - welcome to a packed ten-day programme that’s full of surprises
Kepow’s ‘Comedy on the Edge’
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Sat 24 October 7.30 pm
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Sat 31 October 4.30 pm & 10.30 pm
This wonderful comedy show explores all those moments in life when we are On the Edge! Falling in love, leaving home, getting a job, bungee jumping, you name it, this show explores it!
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Vincent Regan will make his first acting appearance on the ERT stage this autumn along with Adrian Rawlins in ‘A Steady Rain’ by Keith Huff, writer of ‘Mad Men’ and ‘House of Cards’ and directed by Andrew Pearson
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DANCING THROUGH THE SHADOWS Thursday 1 October – Saturday 24 October
An in depth interview with Richard Vergette ahead of his latest production at Hull Truck Theatre What was your inspiration behind the play?
The play grew from a variety of sources. My father saw active service during the Second World War and sustained an injury that left him disabled, whilst his brother was killed. So it was very much a reality for me and in many ways I grew up in its shadow. I didn’t want to create a documentary, but a family saga with fictional characters that was set against a background of reality.
Where did the setting and characters come from?
I was born in Cleethorpes and so have always known about the role the trawlers played in the Second World War. Then early in my career I taught at a school in Hull and through a community play project became aware of the size of the impact of the war on the city and region. I have personal connections with Hull too – my mother-in-law is from Hessle Road and it was through conversations with her that I found my setting. Dancing Through the Shadows is a romance which crosses a class divide and is about two families who are both united and divided by a relationship. People from Hull identify very strongly with their locality and my characters, particularly Grace, and they grew organically from my research into specific areas. I have deliberately not shied away from expressing the brutality of war, but at the same time wanted to show that is was a shared experience and that everyone, whatever their class, just wanted to get through it and to live. The play is about Hull’s capacity for survival and renewal, which is a message with relevance today. It has the spirit of Hull at its centre.
How did you become a writer?
I came to playwriting quite late – in my mid 30s - and have worked at my writing career alongside a fulltime job as a drama teacher. I had some success in 2009 with a play called As We Forgive Them, which premiered at the 247 Theatre Festival Manchester. This was rewritten and became American Justice, which was produced in the West End in 2013. Dancing Through the Shadows began as part of a writing project called Ring Around the Humber at Hull Truck Theatre in 2011. Led by local playwright Nick Lane, four writers wrote short plays and mine was set in 1940-41. I felt there was something worth developing and in 2012 I pitched the idea of a more substantial piece to the theatre. They went for it, I worked on a draft and it’s continued to develop from there. What has it been like working with Hull Truck Theatre and Mark Babych? I am tremendously excited to be working with Mark Babych and that he’ll be directing the play. He has such a strong visual sense and style, which I think is perfect. Together we have looked at the story and characters and Mark’s insights are incredibly detailed and useful. I was also able to give the play an early outing at Hull Truck’s Grow festival in 2014, when it was given a read through by professional actors. Members of the theatre’s Act III acting group were in the audience and, as some of them had direct experience of the war and its aftermath, their feedback was also invaluable. Their seal of approval gave me the confidence that we were creating something meaningful. And finally, what do you want people to take away from the performance? It’s a play that speaks to generations. It has romance, tragedy, comedy and it’s ultimately uplifting and inspiring. It’s about the ability for human beings to survive, thrive and take care of each other. I think it’s my best work, I’m really proud of it and can’t wait to see it come alive on stage. Issue 008 | LOCO | 40
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A STORY OF LOVE AND FAMILY FROM THE HEART OF THE HULL BLITZ WORLD PREMIERE PRODUCTION Thursday 1 October – Saturday 24 October
Tuesday to Friday £15.50, Saturday £18, Matinee £12, Concessions £3 off (excl. matinee). It’s a long way from Hessle to Hessle Road. When Tom and Sylvia meet on the dance floor in 1938 they begin a romance which crosses the class divide. Tom’s mother is horrified that her son has taken up with a girl who works in the fish house, whilst Sylvia’s brother has no time for her daft bank clerk boyfriend. That’s until the divided families are thrown together when the Second World War reaches Hull. Suddenly class means nothing and all that matters is survival. Hull Truck Theatre’s Artistic Director Mark Babych directs the premiere of Dancing Through the Shadows by local playwright Richard Vergette. The show is inspired by Richard’s own family and experiences and is a very human story from the heart of Hull. It is Part I of The Hull Trilogy – a trio of plays programmed through to Hull City of Culture 2017 which examine how the city’s past has shaped its identity and its capacity for survival and renewal. Several local performers have been cast in the production, including actress Laura Aramayo (Under the Whaleback at Hull Truck Theatre, Coronation Street) and Marc Graham (Middle Child Theatre Company). Other cast members include John Elkington (Beryl at West Yorkshire Playhouse, BBC series Our Zoo, Hollyoaks), Christine Mackie (Coronation Street, Downton Abbey) and Jim English (End of the Line Theatre Company). There will also be a community ensemble in the show made up of older members of Hull Truck Youth Theatre
and other local volunteers, who have already started rehearsals. They have been learning 1940s dance from Movement Director Jon Beney to be incorporated throughout the production. They will also play citizens of Hull affected by the Blitz. Artistic Director Mark Babych was keen to involve non-professional actors in the show after the success of a similar community chorus in his recent production of The Ladykillers. To make the show as accessible as possible the theatre are running a Pay What You Can initiative on opening night. Audiences can pay whatever they can afford for their ticket, from £1 to £15 in £1 increments. Tickets must be booked either on the Hull Truck Theatre website or by calling the Box Office. Mark Babych, Artistic Director, says: “Dancing Through The Shadows is a story inspired by the resilience and courage of the people of Hull as they lived through one of the city’s darkest periods. 95 per cent of the houses in Hull were either damaged or destroyed but the rest of the country remained largely ignorant of this – a symbol of how Hull has historically taken hit after hit but fought back with its strength of character to build a city and a future of which we are all proud.” Richard Vergette, Writer, says: “I am tremendously excited to be working with Mark Babych and that he’ll be directing the play. He has such a strong visual sense and style, which I think is perfect. Together we have looked at the story and characters and Mark’s insights are incredibly detailed and useful.” Ruth Puckering, Hull Truck Theatre’s Director of Communications, says: “We’re hoping to reduce barriers to attendance and make ourselves accessible to people who wouldn’t automatically consider coming to the theatre. This show is perfect for us to trial the Pay What You Can pricing initiative – it’s a new play about the people of Hull, for the people of Hull.” Hull Truck Theatre, 50 Ferensway, Hull, HU2 8LB 01482 323638 www.hulltruck.co.uk
A STORY OF LOVE AND FAMILY FROM THE HEART OF THE HULL BLITZ HULL TRUCK THEATRE PRESENTS
BY RICHARD VERGETTE DIRECTED BY MARK BABYCH WORLD PREMIÈRE
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BUSINESS “As a new wave of technology companies appear on Hull’s horizon so is a new style of accountants, notably in the form of 360, Chartered Accountants. The launch of their brand new app and cloud based solutions demonstrates their ongoing commitment to innovative accountancy”.
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echnological innovation and improvement is now more than ever one of the most important pillars in creating a vibrant society and a prosperous economy. Technology has for a long time been at the heart of industry in the UK with agriculture, engineering and mechanisation all driven forward by progressive advancements in technology. As we enter a new era of ‘digital innovation’ bound by the image of the software start-ups in silicon valley, there is a refreshing wave of creative enterprise starting to sweep across the country and nowhere is that more notable than in Hull and East Yorkshire. In fact the Humber region is now home to one of the fastest growing digital sectors outside of London with a significant focus on its development as part of the 2017 City of Culture. It is hoped that by providing specialist locations and support structures for young tech companies that it will encourage a new way of thinking by harnessing and cultivating the pipeline of innovation and talent for the benefit of the region’s ongoing future. In a new era of technological development it is imperative that all of the supporting structures of business are ready to stand up and be prepared to advance both operationally and strategically. One area that has typically trailed in the wake of revolutionary change is accountancy. The term itself resonates with images of graphs, spreadsheets and pessimistic penny pinchers. However just as a new wave of tech companies are appearing on Hull’s horizon so is a new style of accountants, notably in the form of 360, Chartered Accountants. 360, Chartered Accountants deliver commercially focused business solutions and tax advice to many new and established technology Issue 008 | LOCO | 44
companies, operating across a wide range of areas, including software development, telecoms, data hosting, console game designers, engineering, high level security applications and surveillance. The reason they are trusted with such a fast paced sector is down to their own individual embracement of technology, in the way they run their business and their consequent knowledge and awareness for other forward thinking companies. Managing Director Andy Steele describes the firm’s approach saying, “we appreciate technology is a rapid and ever changing sector with its own unique challenges. We understand the fluid nature of this competitive market and how flavour of the month in June could be yesterday’s news by September. Our offices are fully integrated with state of the art IT infrastructure, supported by a highly respected local team and technology has played a significantly important role in delivering first class service to all stakeholders of our business”. 360’s vast knowledge and experience coupled with an unparalleled offering of services provided from their new state of the art base on Albion Street, means they have a name and reputation that you can trust. This pedigree is emphasised by them recently becoming the first independent accountancy firm in the area to develop an App for smartphones. As well as tax data and tax saving tips, the app also provides easy to use GPS business mileage tracking. Over 6,000 people have now downloaded the App, which has since been developed for use on iPhone, iPad, iPod and all Android devices. A new 5Four Payroll App is now also ready to launch, allowing payroll clients employees to access their payslips and P60 in a completely secure way. 360 are also Gold partners with Xero, the online accountancy software, which allows clients to work in real time to update their accounting, helping them create a clean, paperless environment. Xero is just one element of the cloud based solutions that 360 offer, alongside their online client portal all of which allow businesses to keep their financial records up to date and accessible from anywhere in the world. You can even raise invoices, record expenses and generate and approve reports all on the move via your smartphone. Andy says “by embracing a paperless world and investing in the apps, Xero and the client portal we have completely changed the modern accounting method and our clients’ love it, the days of mountains of paper slips in cardboard boxes has gone. Every staff member, piece of software and form of business delivery embodies forward thinking, to keep our clients’ at the heart of commercial progression”.
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Pictured Above: the 360 app - the first independent accountancy firm in the area to develop an App for smartphones Pictured Below: The 360 team at their brand new office in Albion Street
360 appreciates that as a start-up business in the technology sector it is crucial to establish a solid foundation with people that you can trust and ultimately rely on for continuous support. The firm provide this through a revolutionary mentoring service dedicated to start-ups, utilising their own experiences in order to help their clients maximise the commercial potential of their businesses. A perfect example of this working relationship is one of their newest clients, creative software company ‘Smashed Crab’. Operating from their base in Hull, the business was founded in May 2014 and produces web and mobile applications amongst other digital services. Their first title ‘Flat Out’, an easy to pick out puzzle game was released in September 2014 and is now available to download on all major mobile platforms. Director, Alex Beamer says of their relationship with 360, “we chose 360 Chartered Accountants because of the way they do business, they are a forward thinking company that resemble our approach. Starting from humble beginnings just like ourselves they understand and appreciate the difficulties facing start- ups. The clincher from our perspective was the fact that they have technology at the heart of everything they do, from their systems and operations, to their brand new office facility. If you or your business are looking for a new age accountants that are experienced, trustworthy and at the absolute precipice of technological advancement then visit 360, Chartered Accountants online at www.360accountants.co.uk or call their friendly team on 01482 427360.
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THE ST STEPHEN’S STYLE MARQUEE Photography by IDB Photography The St Stephen’s Style Marquee was truly on fire during the prestigious Ladies Day held at Beverley Racecourse. Hosted by both June and August’s cover stars Zara Holland and James Ash. The event was a huge success with the marquee being completely full from start to finish. The style focused event showcased the latest seasonal looks and trends from the shopping centre’s most high profile retailers such as; Topman, Topshop, Next, Dorothy Perkins, River Island, USC, Boux Avenue, Select, Tesco & Peacocks. The catwalk catered for both male and female styles with Hull & East Yorkshire’s local modelling talent elegantly displayng the latest looks throughout the course of the entire day. The St Stephen’s Style Marquee is a fantastic addition to an all ready style concious and exciting event for the people of East Yorkshire and is fast becoming a real pedestal for our ever growing fashion community. By providing an opportunity for models, stylists and creatives alike to effectively showcase their extensive range of talent the St Stephen’s Style Marquee is something that we as a region, should be extremely proud of. To find out more about St Stephens’ upcoming news and events visit www.ststephens-hull.com
#HULLBLOGGERS AT AL PORTO Photography by Isabelle Wilkinson The fashion and beauty bloggers of Hull came together at the newly refurbished Al Porto Restaurant based on Hull Marina to celebrate the fantastic network of bloggers in our area. The main hosts of the event were Jenny Barrett of curious Alice, Alex Redfearn of Lemonade Life and Kathryn Watson of The Kats Paw’s. The event was jam packed with an abundance of passionate online creatives bursting with enthusiasm about fashion, beauty and the city alike. With the attendance of various national and local brands combined with the gorgeous catering and cocktails of Al Porto Restaurant the event was a huge success aptly demonstrating the creative and collaborative spirit we simply illuminate here in Hull. To find our more about Hull Bloggers simply search the hastag #hullbloggers on twitter. To find out more about Al Porto Restaurant head over to www.alporto.co.uk or call 01482 238889.
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