Photographing Jack and the Beanstalk: Behind the Lens of a Theatre Photographer

Last Christmas, I had the privilege of photographing a professional production of Jack and the Beanstalk at the Princess Theatre in Torquay, Devon. This wasn’t just any shoot; it was a dress rehearsal, held in an empty theatre the day before the show’s grand opening. For theatre photographers, dress rehearsals are a lovely treat. They allow us to work without the distraction of an audience, capturing every magical moment in a controlled setting. Armed with my trusty gear and the excitement of the season, I dove into one of the most rewarding shoots of my career.

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