testimonials

                                                        Mei Mac - Actress 

"Whole Hog Theatre created the most trust I have ever experienced in a rehearsal room. As an actor for the company, the level of ensemble that we, the cast, developed, was extraordinary.. Our director (and company directors) provided the company members with a high sense of morale and work-ethic to produce this iconic adaptation on pennies. The company works so openly, with so much trust between the production team and creative team. There is a high level of communication within the company, which allowed Whole Hog to create the scale of the show that was achieved, on a shoestring budget (including a tour to Tokyo!) Since the experience of working on Princess Mononoke, I have not yet encountered this level of ensemble. They have set the bar high on this type of collaboration and I cannot wait to work with them again!"

Mei Mac, 'San/Princess Mononoke', Princess Mononoke (NDT1, AiiA Tokyo, NDT2)

Professor Nadine Holdsworth - author and academic

"I am excited by the opportunity this [company] gives for students and young people to learn about processes of adaptation, devising, ensemble work, stagecraft and the mechanics of the production process in terms of booking spaces, marketing, budgeting, scheduling, etc. in a professional context. I'm delighted to see how Whole Hog Theatre's ideas are developing."

Professor Nadine Holdsworth, Author and Academic,
Department of Theatre and Performance Studies, The University of Warwick.

Oliver Davis - Actor

"Whole Hog Theatre combine gutsy ambition with honest integrity. Working with them was a transformative experience both professionally and personally. This amazing environment was only made possible by the dedicated and tenacious approach of the company founders Alex Rutter, Charlie Ash and Polly Boon. However, what truly marks Whole Hog Theatre as special is the fact that, despite being a relatively young company, they never allowed this to limit the standard of work they produce from being anything but highly professional. Working for this company is an opportunity I would recommend to any performer, whether they are experienced or just breaking into the industry. I will definitely keep the close connection I have made to this company."

Oliver Davis, 'Yakul' and Rehearsal Dramaturg, for Princess Mononoke (New Diorama Theatre and AiiA Tokyo)

Alistair Faiers - Actor

"It's so rare to find a company who can cultivate a rehearsal environment safe enough to reach emotional reserves that you never knew you had whilst still maintaining a sense of fun. In their workshops I've learned a lot and gained new skills whilst improving others. From hand-crafting period costumes to directing awesome trailers - these guys do it all, they are the real deal. They make you want to do the very best you can because you can see how hard they all work and how much their work means to them."

Alistair Faiers, 'Danceny', Dangerous Liaisons 

Eleanor Horne - producer 

"Being involved with Whole Hog Theatre on their production of Dangerous Liaisons was a very informative experience. Coming to the show with little knowledge of an Assistant Producer's role, they quickly taught me the function of this position in the real theatre world outside university. It has increased my professionalism when dealing with external companies, venues and individuals which is a very useful skill to develop before graduation. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Whole Hog Theatre and I hope to continue my involvement with them on future projects."

Eleanor Horne, Assistant Producer, Dangerous Liaisons