Welcome to our first episode of Survival Songs with the brilliant Alys Williams and her song choice, ‘Song of Good Hope’ by Glen Hansard.
This conversation with Alys Williams is where Survival Songs began.
Ed first met Alys during the development of her one-woman show, The Lighthouse. The Lighthouse is based on a true story that involves one, lifesaving song. We were so delighted that Alys was up for recording this conversation with Ed and it’s a real pleasure to share it with you.
TW: The conversation includes conversations about a suicide attempt, mental health, struggle and survival. It’s a beautiful listen, but please take care of yourself where you need to.
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Alys Williams is a writer, director and performer. based between Glasgow & Leeds. She makes work which is female-led, aesthetically and lyrically rich, and full of participation and connection. She is currently interested in how care and access can be built into creative processes, as well as exploring new modes of audience participation.
Alys’ debut play 'The Light House' ("a triumph of creativity and audience participation", Yorkshire Times) has just finished a national tour to critical acclaim. Her latest project 'Chu-chi Face' is now in development, in collaboration with Duncan MacLeod.
Show notes:
Alys’ website: AlysWilliams.co.uk
Instagram: @thelighthouseplay
‘Song of Good Hope’ by Glen Hansard can be found on our community playlist on Spotify along with our listener’s Survival Songs. Check it out and add your own!
Find out more about Glen Hansard here
This episode contains small portions of ’Song of Good Hope’ by Glen Hansard. Survival Songs claims no copyright of this work. This is included as a form of music review and criticism and as a way to celebrate, promote and encourage the listener to seek out the artist's work.
Episode 1: Alys Williams