Theatre, Radical Empathy & Karuna Productions | Underneath the Lintel is coming to Nottingham.
Arts & Toast with Kirsty Corbett
Thursday, 8 October 2026 - 12 minutes
In this episode of Arts & Toast, Kirsty Corbett talks to Chris Sims, director of Karuna Productions, about the power of theatre to create empathy, compassion and a deeper understanding of one another alongside his production company's debut show at Nottingham Arts Theatre from 20 - 24 October 2026.Chris discusses Karuna Productions’ Nottingham roots, its commitment to radical empathy, and the journey behind its production of Underneath the Lintel written by Glen Berger. It's a thought-provoking and often humorous one-woman play exploring identity, existence, connection and what it means to be human. The conversation also explores the challenges of directing a play that engages with sensitive historical themes linked to judaism, the creative process behind an intimate one-person performance and the need for opportunities for independent theatre companies in Nottingham and the East Midlands. If you’re interested in theatre, local arts, independent theatre, Nottingham’s creative scene and the East Midlands arts community, this episode of Arts & Toast offers an insightful look at the people and ideas shaping regional theatre.📍 Nottingham Arts Theatre🗓️ 20 - 24 October 2026, including a Saturday matinee🎟️ Get tickets here
