WHO IS MOLOCH? STARTS NEXT WEEK/ FRI 25 - 'THE DECLARATION' LAUNCH PARTY / THE MONTH OF MOLOCH ROUNDUP

TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW

WHO IS MOLOCH? by Pamela Carralero - 30 JAN - 9 FEB

In the aftermath of  World War III, a company of soldiers barricade themselves underground with a sleep-inducing drug and a copy of A Midsummer Night's Dream. As the play sinks into each soldier’s subconscious, their battle to come to terms with their experiences leads them to question: who is Moloch and what survives?

"Who Is Moloch? promises to be one of the most intriguing and impactful productions of 2013"

- The Londoneer (click here for full article)

30 JAN - 9 FEB, 7.30PM (3.30pm Matinees on Feb 2 & 6)

TICKETS: http://bit.ly/WhoIsMolochTickets

PAY-WHAT-YOU-WANT ON THURS 31ST!

Tickets available on door on a first-come, first-served basis

Press Play House

10 Vyner Street, Bethnal Green

London, E2 9DG

Nearest Tube: Bethnal Green

Nearest Rail: Cambridge Heath

Map link: http://goo.gl/maps/ouytO

There's still time to sponsor the show and get exclusive rewards and free tickets! Click here!

COME TO THE WHO IS MOLOCH? LAUNCH PARTY!

To celebrate the launch of our upcoming World War III stage epic ‘Who Is Moloch?’ Encompass have put together the absolute BEST line-up of LIVE MUSIC there is to see in London on a Friday night! And best of all, it’s COMPLETELY FREE!

It’s World War III themed and we’ll have PRIZES for the BEST DRESSED – including tickets to see our show! Feeling a bit wounded from a busy week? Have a drink from the MADD BAR and get a MASSAGE from our qualified professional masseuse!

LIVE MUSIC FROM:

VIVIENNE YOUEL (www.soundcloud.com/VivienneYouel)

ISLA (www.islaonline.co.uk/) 

BLUSHING BONES (www.facebook.com/BlushingBonesMusic) 

NE(b)BIA (www.bit.ly/nebbiacruel) 

EMMA MINIHAN (www.facebook.com/emmaminihanmusic)

This is the last event in ‘The Month of Moloch’ so come on down to Press Play House on Fri 25 and declare your loyalty to the mission!

THE MONTH OF MOLOCH - ROUNDUP!

Just one of the challenges we were set by sponsors!

From the 3rd - 4th Jan we had our 24hr Sponsored StayAwake, where the cast and crew of Who Is Moloch? were tasked with staying awake for 24hrs and undergoing a series of challenges, ranging from human pyramids, acting out scenes from movies to renditions of Bohemian Rhapsody and a chilli eating contest! We racked up 511 views on our two webcam streams and a lot of you joined us via Facebook and Twitter. The StayAwake fundraised a record amount for Encompass, thank you for your support!

Shoot From The Hip! in an improvised rap battle...

On the 10th Jan Metro and Londonist recommended Shoot From The Hip! hosted a night of improvised comedy in aid of Who Is Moloch? at The Horse, and what a night it was! Our side-splittingly funny chums have a  FREE weekly show in London's West-End at the Top Secret Comedy Club - go check them out!

Facebook: ShootImpro    Twitter: @ShootImpro

Freya Parsons & Owen Collins perform 'The Sofa' by Emma Minihan

On the 16th Jan we hosted Bare Essentials III: The Emerging Artist Showcase at Press Play House. Our third Bare Essentials event brought together an eclectic mix of talent including guest artists including the Wind-up Collective, Natalie Penn and performance poet Toby Wheeler. Encompass performed the work of playwrights Robert Wallis and Emma Minihan, previewed Who Is Moloch? and had a surprise screening of our short film Stormin' Norman, which What's Peen Seen? said was "heartfelt; hence the plight of London’s homeless resonated on the tube home afterwards". You can read the rest of their Bare Essentials III review here.

What's Peen Seen? are also running a competition to win two tickets to see Who Is Moloch? - find out more here!

We hope to see you all at 'The Declaration' Who Is Moloch? launch party this Friday as our 'Month of Moloch' events finally draw to a close. But don't forget...Who Is Moloch? arrives next week! Grab your tickets while you still can!

See you soon!

Encompass

Follow @WhoIsMoloch #molochiscoming

Web: www.WhoIsMoloch.co.uk

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THE MONTH OF MOLOCH!

That’s right, January 2013 will forever be known as THE MONTH OF MOLOCH! In the lead up to the world premiere of Who Is Moloch? by Pamela Carralero we’ve got FOUR very exciting events that you’re all invited to, plus the show itself!

First up is The StayAwake at Press Play House! 24 Hours. No Sleep. What do you want to see us do? SEND YOUR CHALLENGES to events@encompassproductions.co.uk, SPONSOR us, tweet us @WhoIsMoloch #StayAwakeLive and come WATCH us in person (for free!) or online!

We hope you'll come and join us at some or even all of these great events in support of Who Is Moloch?, and then see the show itself!

Moloch is coming...so make sure you do too!

Encompass

Join the Month of Moloch Facebook event and tell all your friends!

Follow @WhoIsMoloch #molochiscoming

Web: www.WhoIsMoloch.co.uk

Facebook/Twitter/YouTube: /EncompassOnline

OUR NEXT THEATRE PRODUCTION ANNOUNCED // THE RESIDENCY - JANUARY EVENTS! // GET INVOLVED IN ENCOMPASS! // SFTH! SHOWS NOW FREE! // 'THE LADY' STILL IN CINEMAS

As we settle into 2012 Encompass has some fantastic announcements and events upcoming. In this latest news snippet we'll be talking about our next theatre production, our upcoming Residency events this month, free SHOOT FROM THE HIP! shows and opportunities for you to get involved with what we do. Read on to know all...

OUR NEXT THEATRE PRODUCTION!

Set during World War III, Who is Moloch? tells the story of three soldiers and a female civilian who barricade themselves, in an underground bunker, with a sleep-inducing drug, a two-way radio and a copy of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. As they await orders following a devastating attack on their base, tensions flare in their struggle for survival, whilst their grip on reality is put to the test as they slide into a surreal, imaginary world.

Following on from the fantastic success of our acclaimed 2011 show 'What It Feels Like', we're very excited to announce this next theatrical endeavour. To find out more information (including cast and crew opportunities!) please visit the 'Who is Moloch?' production page on our website.

JANUARY RESIDENCY LIVE MUSIC EVENTS

We've got not one but TWO live music Residency events this January, starting with The Winter Residency in Surrey on Friday 20th January and finishing off in London with The Residency at the Mascara Bar on Thursday 26th. Both events will feature the latest and greatest in upcoming talent, from BBC playlisted artist  Harry David to the magnificent Blushing Bones - it's all happening at The Residency! For more information on both events and the artists we have lined up visit The Residency page now!

HELP ENCOMPASS PRODUCTIONS!

So you've signed up to our mailing list, follow us on all social media and have come to one of our many events and productions. You might even want to join us via a placement! But what else can you do to help?

Encompass is a non-profit organisation, which means that no-one in the company takes a salary and is a part of it by voluntary appointment. Like many arts organisations we're also currently non-funded which means that we have to fundraise all the money we need to run by ourselves - sometimes even putting our own money in!

Thanks to your support we're quickly approaching our second year anniversary as a company, but we still need your help! We've survived because of our supporters, our hard work and our Encompass patrons - so why not become one? Even the smallest donation (and we really do mean the smallest!) goes a long way and guarantees you cool exclusives like soundtrack CDs, posters and more. We have two productions that need help this year - our first production on film 'Stormin' Norman' and our newly-announced theatre production 'Who is Moloch?' by Pamela Carralero. 

To find out more information and to donate, simply email us. You can also visit the Patrons page on our website.

SHOOT FROM THE HIP! AT TOP SECRET COMEDY CLUB
NOW FREE!

SHOOT FROM THE HIP! have been performing their own brand of off-the-cuff comedy at Top Secret Comedy Club in Covent Garden for a little while now, and can now proudly announce that their shows will be free - so now there's no excuse not to come along! For more information please visit the SHOOT FROM THE HIP! webpage. 

'THE LADY' STILL IN CINEMAS!

'The Lady' chronicles the life of Burmese democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi (Michelle Yeoh) and her husband Dr. Michael Aris (David Thewlis), with Jonathan Woodhouse (Encompass Founder and Artistic Director) starring opposite the pair as their eldest son 'Alexander Aris'. Directed by legendary auteur Luc Besson, the film is released today (December 30th) in the UK More information, images and trailers from the movie can be found at www.useyourfreedom.com.

Founder and Artistic Director of Encompass Jonathan Woodhouse was recently interviewed in two parts by Philippine Generations on acting opposite Michelle Yeoh and David Thewlis in Luc Besson's 'The Lady', Encompass Productions, working at the Theatre Royal Stratford East and advice for those wishing to build a career in the arts. Check out the interviews at the Philippine Generations website by clicking below:

Part 1 - Interview on Encompass, 'The :Lady', Theatre Royal Stratford East & building a career in the arts

Part 2 - Interview on 'The Lady'

Until next time!

Encompass

Web: www.EncompassProductions.co.uk

Facebook/Twitter/YouTube: /EncompassOnline

FESTIVE FUN WITH ENCOMPASS ON MONDAY 19TH & TUESDAY 20TH // INTERVIEW WITH OUR ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

 We're heading The Brownswood for an evening of festive cheer and the best live stand-up and improvised comedy, this time raising money for the 'Crisis' charity! It'll be our last Residency event of the year and will feature some great live comedians including: 

Sam Holmes - Jim Stoten - Andy Barr - Phil Boothman - Guy Fletcher - SHOOT FROM THE HIP!

All profits will go to 'Crisis at Christmas' which provides vital services for homeless people over the festive season and is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. So come and join The Residency for one last time this year for a cracking night to celebrate all things Christmas...and all things comedy!

MAP HERE

NEAREST UNDERGROUND STATION: Manor House

CRISIS AT CHRISTMAS

After their brilliant debut last week, SHOOT FROM THE HIP! are hitting London's West End again just in time for Christmas with their weekly improvised comedy show!

Everyone's favourite new comedy troupe will be at renowned Top Secret Comedy Club on Tuesday 20th December. Never the same show twice, everything SHOOT FROM THE HIP! perform on stage is completely unrehearsed and unpredictable. You give the locations, you give the characters...and remember with no script there are no limits!

So bring anyone and everyone with you for a night of improvised chuckles to keep you warm this winter at Top Secret!

MAP HERE

NEAREST UNDERGROUND STATION: Covent Garden

BOOK TICKETS HERE

AN INTERVIEW WITH ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
JONATHAN WOODHOUSE

Founder and Artistic Director of Encompass Jonathan Woodhouse was recently interviewed by Philippine Generations on Encompass Productions, acting opposite Michelle Yeoh and David Thewlis in Luc Besson's 'The Lady', working at the Theatre Royal Stratford East and advice for those wishing to build a career in the arts. Check out the interview at the Philippine Generations website here.

'The Lady' chronicles the life of Burmese democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi (Michelle Yeoh) and her husband Dr. Michael Aris (David Thewlis), with Jonathan starring opposite the pair as their eldest son 'Alexander Aris'. The film is released in the UK on December 30th. More information, images and trailers from the movie can be found at www.useyourfreedom.com.

AND FINALLY...

It's snowing at www.EncompassProductions.co.uk! Check out our website with loads of videos, pictures and information on who we are, what we do and why we're doing it!

We hope to see you at our Christmas events!

Encompass

Web: www.EncompassProductions.co.uk

Facebook/Twitter/YouTube: /EncompassOnline

SHOOT FROM THE HIP! HIT THE WEST END // THE RESIDENCY CHRISTMAS CRACKER - FOR CHARITY! // OPPORTUNITIES TO JOIN ENCOMPASS // LATEST NEWS

We've some very special announcements for you as 2011 draws to a close...

SHOOT FROM THE HIP! are hitting London with their own brand of off-the-cuff comedy now EVERY WEEK!

Following their fantastic appearances all over London (and even winning an Improvaganza event at the Edinburgh Fringe) everyone's favourite new comedy troupe are coming to the renowned Top Secret Comedy Club every Tuesday!

Never the same show twice, everything SHOOT FROM THE HIP! perform on stage is completely unrehearsed and unpredictable. You give the locations, you give the characters...and remember with no script there are no limits!

So bring anyone and everyone with you for a night of improvised chuckles right in the heart of London's West End at Top Secret!

MAP HERE

NEAREST UNDERGROUND STATION: Covent Garden

BOOK TICKETS HERE

After our two comedy Residencies last month we're making our way to The Brownswood for another fantastic evening of live comedy, this time raising money for the 'Crisis' charity! It'll be our last Residency event of the year and will feature some great live comedians including: 

Sam Holmes - Jim Stoten - Andy Barr - Phil Boothman - Guy Fletcher - SHOOT FROM THE HIP!

All profits will go to 'Crisis at Christmas' which provides vital services for homeless people over the festive season and is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. So come and join us for one last time this year for a cracking night to celebrate all things Christmas...and all things comedy!

MAP HERE

NEAREST UNDERGROUND STATION: Manor House

CRISIS AT CHRISTMAS

OTHER ENCOMPASS NEWS

Encompass gave a successful talk at Goldsmiths, University of London last week on 'forming a company'. The talk was led by Artistic Director Jonathan Woodhouse and Research and Dramaturge Christopher O'Shaughnessy.

"The aim was to give an optimistic but realistic idea of what it takes to form an arts company, and how to keep it going. We charted our journey so far, the ups, the downs and also talked about our process. It was a great turnout and it was fantastic to hear everyone's questions. To be told by people afterwards that they were inspired was very humbling and it means we achieved our goal."

Jonathan Woodhouse, Artistic Director

BECOME PART OF ENCOMPASS PRODUCTIONS!

We will soon be announcing opportunities to join Encompass for our upcoming productions! We are looking for both performers and crew members to join the teams for our short film 'Stormin' Norman' and our yet-to-be-announced next theatre project! If you're interested in finding out more details, send us an email to enquiries@encompassproductions.co.uk!

We hope you're able to join us at our last events of 2011 - expect more updates soon!

Encompass

Web: http://www.encompassproductions.co.uk/

Facebook/Twitter/YouTube: /EncompassOnline

3 weeks of SHOOT FROM THE HIP! starting tonight!

SHOOT FROM THE HIP! are hitting London (repeatedly!) in December with their rip-roaring improv comedy show!

Following their fantastic appearances at The Residency live comedy events in November everyone's favourite new comedy troupe are back with their own brand of off-the-cuff hilarity, starting TONIGHT with their show at The Brownswood.

Never the same show twice, SHOOT FROM THE HIP! will rely on audiences to suggest characters and locations - and with no script, there are of course no limits!

So bring anyone and everyone with you for a guaranteed cracking night. The Brownswood will also have some great drinks deals on - all this for a measly £3...what more could you ask for? Be there!

MAP LINK HERE!

NEAREST TUBE: Manor House (Picadilly Line)

The Brownswood

271 Green Lanes

Hackney

London N4 2EX

Of course one show isn't enough, so how about two more? We're very proud to announce that SHOOT FROM THE HIP! we'll be appearing every Tuesday from 13th December at the renowned Top Secret Comedy Club in Covent Garden! Our comedians will then be improvising their socks off at The Residency Comedy Night: Christmas Special on 19th December back at the Brownswood. The event will be raising funds for homeless charity Crisis.

MORE DETAILS COMING VERY, VERY SOON!

Encompass

Web: http://www.encompassproductions.co.uk/

Facebook/Twitter/YouTube: /EncompassOnline

BUMPER UPDATE: EDINBURGH FRINGE 2011 IS OVER!

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That's right folks, after countless hours of rain-soaked flyering, performing, seeing amazing shows and generally tanking through the incredible spectacle that is the Edinburgh Festival, we are all back home wondering what to do with ourselves...just kidding. We've already had a meeting in Edinburgh about potential future projects, and will be going back into research and development soon! In the meantime...check out the mass amount of updates especially for you!

ENCOMPASS BLOG!
As you can see we have a brand new blog, so those with smartphones, iPads and all sorts of technical wizardry will now be able to keep up to date with Encompass when on the move, and even subscribe to our updates!

WELCOME NEW MAILING LIST MEMBERS!
Not a member of our mailing list? Simply send a blank email to mail@encompassproductions.co.uk subject heading 'New Mailing List Member' and we'll take care of the rest!

ENCOMPASS PATRONS
A big thank you to all those who have supported Encompass this past year. You now have a page of your own on our main website, and for those who were part of the Sponsume campaign your gifts are being sent to you this week! If you want to support Encompass, check out our Patron page here:
http://bit.ly/EncompassPatrons

BUY THE 'WHAT IT FEELS LIKE' ORIGINAL THEATRICAL SOUNDTRACK ON iTUNES
Composed by Alex Burnett, the acclaimed soundtrack from our debut production is available for purchase on iTunes at a bargain price! You can purchase tracks individually or the whole 17 track album here:
http://bit.ly/whatitfeelslikeoriginalsoundtrack

'WHAT IT FEELS LIKE' RECEIVES RAVE REVIEWS FROM THE EDINBURGH FRINGE
"Pitch-perfect acting. Intelligent, stimulating and heartfelt. The sheer beauty of this production blew me away."
★★★★★ (x2) EdFringeReview
"Impressively written...very funny, deliciously twisted. Stunning choreography creates a ballet of unease."
★★★★ FringeGuru
"A shattering piece of theatre...brilliantly conceived. Go and see this play."
★★★★ Hairline
"Stunning choreography and physicality...talented cast, smooth, stylish production."
Three Weeks
''Young, funky and innovative...I cannot recommend this play enough. Electrifying."
DamoWords Fringe Blog

Thank you to the many of you who came to see our flagship show in London and at the Edinburgh Fringe, we were utterly taken aback by how much of a success it was - to have fantastic reviews and great audience numbers every day was a joy to behold, and something that any new company at the Fringe will tell you doesn't often happen! There certainly was a cult buzz about 'What It Feels Like' - we even had psychologists see the show! One audience member told us after our performance that he had a near-death experience when he was a child where he had been confronted with a black and a white door representing life and death, and had to choose between the two (very similar to the play). The performance affected him quite deeply in a positive way- finding some resolve in Nick, the protagonist’s, journey. The fact that he personally thanked us afterwards because it brought him back to his own personal experience was truly humbling. We've always felt this play was important, and this was a landmark moment after our months of research and rehearsal. 'What It Feels Like' is going to be put to bed for a while, but we're very proud of what we've achieved with it. Many thanks for your support!

WHAT IT FEELS LIKE' BEHIND-THE-SCENES AND PRODUCTION PHOTOS
-Rehearsal photos are now up on Facebook, click here
-Photos of us on the Royal Mile are here
-Spoiler-free production photos from London and Edinburgh: www.howareyoufeeling.co.uk
-Full album (minor spoilers) available here

ENCOMPASS AT THE EDINBURGH FESTIVAL FRINGE 2011!
Our comedic funsters SHOOT FROM THE HIP! were called upon by the folks at C venues to perform at various events to showcase their talent for improvisation. Paul even won the first IMPROVAGANZA of 2011, going up against some of the Fringe's best improvising talent! Our improv workshop was cancelled however due to the glorious rain and lack of children as a result...nevertheless watch this space for future developments! Sam Wynn and Jon also performed acoustic jazz at a number of events, and Dan was joined by both Charlotte Lewis (from fringe show Haverford West) and Sophie (from C venues) performing the best in acoustic pop. Speaking of music...

WHAT DO BATMAN, SUPERMAN AND THE MUMMY ALL HAVE IN COMMON? THEY ALL RETURNED...

THE RESIDENCY RETURNS - COMING SOON!

WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA UPDATES GALORE:
-New 'What It Feels Like' production photos available on www.howareyoufeeling.co.uk (spoiler-free)
-Full album (minor spoilers) of 'What It Feels Like' production photos of available on Facebook here
-Photos of the 'Aspects' from 'What It Feels Like' on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh on Facebook here
-Behind-the-scenes photos from the 'What It Feels Like' rehearsal process available on Facebook here
-Updated page and new live photos of  our comedy troupe SHOOT FROM THE HIP! on our website
-New social media widget on our website and Facebook, so you can quickly navigate between feeds from our Blog, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube pages!
-They've been up on our website for a while, but the photos from our last two 'Residency' live music and comedy events are now on Facebook

Phew! That's all for this post-Fringe update...remember you can also join us on Facebook/Twitter/YouTube to keep connected daily. See you soon!

Encompass
Web: www.EncompassProductions.co.uk
'What It Feels Like' site: www.howareyoufeeling.co.uk
Facebook/Twitter/Youtube: /EncompassOnline

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