Durham University supports local writer develop new show

Durham University has helped a Durham-born writer return to her roots in developing her next theatre show. The University granted Victoria Gimby , a writer and director who grew up in Durham City, an artist in residence placement at its Assembly Rooms Theatre , in order to support her work on scripting ' Run '. Run is a play in development which tracks a group of people running a marathon, beginning at the start line and finishing as each character crosses or hobbles over the finish. Each has their own story to tell and each is pushed to their mental and physical limits as they navigate the twists and turns of the route. Supporting the arts The University is hosting a series of artists in residence at the Assembly Rooms Theatre as part of its role in supporting and developing the local cultural scene. Victoria used her week at the 150-year-old theatre to explore how actors might run and sing on stage. She hopes Run will feature actors running on treadmills built into a theatre stage.