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OffScript

Dash Arts
Englishness
Our Public House
Hannah Arendt
England
English Language
English Food
Dash Arts
Freedom
Civil Liberties
Human Rights
Peter Kennard
British Empire
Britishness
American English
Britain
Migration
House Of Lords
Economic Policy
Democracy
Gaza

OffScript takes on big issues through an artistic lens. Hear artists, filmmakers, musicians, theatre makers and more explore the challenges facing society today, and follow the journey towards Dash Arts own productions.

In each episode Dash Arts' Artistic Director Josephine Burton hosts conversations delving into ideas that expand our own understanding of the world and context of our productions,... more

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Latest Episodes

Join Dash Arts at the Freud Museum in London as we delve into “Leonora Carrington: The Symptomatic Surreal.” Curator Vanessa Boni guides us through Carrington’s turbulent early years—from her life with Max Ernst in France to her wartime breakdown and... more

Three years. 80 workshops. One thousand speeches. One pub.

As Our Public House takes its final bow, so too does Albion; our long exploration of who we are as a country, and who we might yet become.

In this closing episode, Josephine reflects on the... more

In this episode of OffScript, Dash Arts' Artistic Director Josephine Burton heads out into the land itself and into the long, tangled history of who has felt at home there, and who has had to fight to claim it.

Join us to explore connection, place, ... more

In this episode of OffScript, Dash Arts' Artistic Director Josephine Burton is joined by Dr. Neil Buttery—food historian, cook, and the voice behind The British Food History Podcast—for a delicious and wide-ranging conversation about the edible stori... more

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Dr. Neil Buttery
Food historian and author; host of the British Food History Podcast
British Food History Podcast
Episode: ALBION : NEIL BUTTERY
Lynne Murphy
American linguist, author and Professor of Linguistics at the University of Sussex
University of Sussex
Episode: ALBION : LYNNE MURPHY
Paula Akpan
Historian, writer, and researcher
Historian, writer, and researcher
Episode: ALBION : PAULA APKAN
Billy Bragg
Singer, songwriter and activist
Musician and activist
Episode: ALBION : BILLY BRAGG
Shobana Jeyasingh
Choreographer
Shobana Jeyasingh Dance
Episode: ALBION : SHOBANA JEYASINGH
Hardeep Matharu
Journalist, Editor-in-Chief of Byline Times
Byline Times
Episode: ALBION: HARDEEP MATHARU
Barney Norris
Playwright for Our Public House
Playwright
Episode: ALBION: OUR PUB
Gabriella Leon
Actress playing Mary in Our Public House
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Episode: ALBION: OUR PUB
Jonathan Walton
Composer for the production
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Episode: ALBION: OUR PUB

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Really enjoyable

    Very fascinating series. The Middlemarch episode has made me excited to see the production

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bunuih
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Django!

    Great show! Great interviews!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nickanderhoey
    United States5 years ago
  • It’s all in your head

    Every bean that gets cast from these dash pods offers relief via shared experience or a deeper socio-cultural understanding. Easy listening despite tackling complex issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yitra2021
    Brazil5 years ago
  • Thought provoking and powerful

    Very much enjoying this Silence series of podcasts. Excellently curated covering topics that are both thought provoking and powerful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AEW 2021
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Such an enjoyable and informative listen

    Just listened to a delightful exploration of cooking and culture in Ukraine. Adding an additional review (1/3/21) as I’ve been thoroughly engaged by each of Dash Arts podcasts. The latest - Dust and Shadow- is a fascinating exploration of the evolution of 59 Brick Lane and its surrounding community.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IEBK
    United States5 years ago

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High-quality guests and insightful analysis of culture and society.
Thoughtful, well-curated conversations on arts and identity.
Strong production values and accessible storytelling.
Engaging discussions that make art feel relevant to public issues.

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ALBION : LYNNE MURPHY
Q: How has the global spread of English affected perceptions of status and belonging?
English is no longer confined to England or to a single national identity; its global spread creates diverse forms that reflect different communities, which challenges old hierarchies and invites more inclusive notions of belonging.
ALBION : LYNNE MURPHY
Q: What role could language play in a more progressive Englishness or Albion that isn't rooted in the past?
Language would serve as a tool for connection and exploration, with enjoyment and curiosity guiding engagement with others' versions of English rather than clinging to a single ideal.
ALBION : LYNNE MURPHY
Q: As someone who has studied English from both inside and outside British culture, has your understanding of Englishness changed over the years?
Yes, Englishness is fluid and multi-layered; it's inseparable from language but also influenced by personal experience, migration, and exposure to other Englishes, which broadens rather than narrows the concept.
We Are Free To Change The World: Peter Kennard
Q: Do you feel like your work changes when you shift from gallery shows to street posters or other formats?
He describes a spectrum where some installations work only in gallery spaces due to their technological demands, while posters and street-based works aim to provoke immediate, cross-audience engagement; overall, he sees work as adaptable but consistent in its political message across formats.
We Are Free To Change The World: Peter Kennard
Q: What forms of resistance, artistic or otherwise, do you find most effective today?
Kennard emphasizes the power of collective demonstrations and direct action, especially in the Gaza context, and believes visible, participatory art that engages people on the ground—both in galleries and public spaces—can mobilize broader support and awareness.

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Off Script takes on big societal questions through an artistic lens, spotlighting artists, writers, performers, and thinkers who explore culture, identity, and civic life. Episodes weave historical context, current events, and immersive creative work to examine how art shapes understanding of Englishness, belonging, democracy, and social change. Notable strengths include high-profile collaborations with activists and scholars, accessible yet rigorous discussions, and a focus on participatory theatre and community voices that feel timely and relevant for listeners interested in culture and public discourse.

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2. Lynne Murphy
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4. Billy Bragg
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