Robin Haig
Contributing Writer
Robin Haig - Robin Haig
In 2008 I wrote a series of short histories of Cambridge colleges for a prestigious book, 'Cambridge 800', published to commemorate the 800th anniversary of the foundation of Cambridge University.
In 2002 I published a book on theatre history, entitled 'A History of Theatres and Performers in Herefordshire'.
Latest Articles
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Joyful Noise - Handel's Travails in Writing The Messiah
April 2010 saw the UK premiere of Tim Slover's play 'Joyful Noise' at the Phoenix Theatre in Ross-on-Wye.
Jun 7, 2010
- Robin Haig
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Medieval Sacred Drama - the Mystery Plays of England
The great cycles of mystery plays, usually performed at the Feast of Corpus Christi, told the story of mankind from the Creation to the Day of Judgment.
May 16, 2010
- Robin Haig
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Dion Boucicault and London Assurance
Dion Boucicault, whose London Assurance has recently been revived at London's National Theatre, was one of the best loved actors and playwrights of the Victorian age.
Mar 18, 2010
- Robin Haig
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Edmund Kean
Edmund Kean's passionate intensity on stage was matched only by his frenzied and anarchic life off stage.
Feb 19, 2010
- Robin Haig
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The Cambridge Apostles
Since its foundation the Cambridge Apostles, Cambridge University's elite intellectual society, has included some of the most influential men in British public life.
Feb 3, 2010
- Robin Haig
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Pruning Apple Trees
It's no good just planting apple trees and hoping for the best. To get a good crop of juicy fruit every year you need to prune your apple trees properly.
Jan 17, 2010
- Robin Haig
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Lady Margaret Beaufort
Lady Margaret Beaufort overcame a traumatic childhood to become the influential matriarch of the Tudors, and was influential in the expansion of Cambridge University.
Jan 13, 2010
- Robin Haig
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Vibrant and Picturesque Ludlow, England
It was John Betjeman who described Ludlow as 'the loveliest town in England'. It's also one of the most vibrant small towns in the country.
Jan 12, 2010
- Robin Haig
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The Winter Queen
Beloved daughter of James I, Elizabeth became Queen of Bohemia for one year in 1619-20 before being driven into exile.
Jan 2, 2010
- Robin Haig
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David Garrick
Actor, theatre manager and playwright, David Garrick was among the most influential figures in the history of English theatre.
Dec 30, 2009
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