Local
by Liz Richardson
Thursday 29 October 2026 · 7.30pm · Powerhouse, Hereford
A show exploring what it means to be local – whoever you are and wherever you’re from.
Solo storyteller Liz revisits her childhood memories and home in rural Cumbria in an attempt to understand whether she still belongs there, or ever did.
In this multi-generational piece, Liz takes the audience on a journey through the landscape and environment of her home, spanning the decades from the early 1990s to today, as she reconnects with voices from the past and her young growing family now, and confronts head-on her devastating fear of loss...
“Moving, funny and achingly honest”
By Liz Richardson.
Directed by Amy Hailwood.
Powerhouse loves a good story
We believe every community needs access to stories relevant to their lives and environment.
Our aim is to connect people with great live theatre and digital content in Herefordshire.
We develop creative talent and make work that excites and inspires regional audiences.
It is through this work that we wish to tell a new tell a story.
The story is about a powerhouse of creativity in rural counties like Herefordshire.
Let’s begin…
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CREATIVE SKILLS
TRAINING
Powerhouse provides part-time training for writers and performers in Herefordshire.
We also offer coaching in professional communication, confidence and public speaking.
Classes are balanced for the complete beginner and those wishing to build upon previous experience.
PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
Our Actors Development Lab is a regular creative workshop for actors in the area.
Providing affordable ongoing training in performance skills through exploratory sessions.
The Lab provides space to explore ideas and approaches that shorter course structures are unable to offer.
THE POWERHOUSE COMPANY
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We strive to produce live theatre and digital content that champions creativity and regional identity.
We want to attract new audiences, and create work that excites, challenges and inspires.
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