ABOUT
Set up by Marco Biasioli and Liam Grogan in December 2019, to produce new and thought-provoking theatre, Precarious Theatre have since debuted multiple pieces of new writing in Manchester, Camden, Bristol, and Bath. Driven by a desire to create challenging theatre that critiques and comments on our relentless and terrifying world in fun and interesting ways, Precarious Theatre works collaboratively to develop exciting and innovative work which asks audiences to examine and question society and how we live in it. One audience member once described our work as 'Brechett', as in a cross between Bertolt Brecht and Samuel Beckett, a compliment if ever there was one.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT OUR WORK...
Conversion (2024):
'...the real humour has depth, rooted in serious ideas about what is, in effect, political vision.' - Jane Darcy, The Reviews Hub
'...through its collection of interestingly drawn characters, the play emerges as a dramatically heftier piece...full of potential for further, more dramatic exploration.' - Ian Foster, There Ought To Be Clowns
A Theatre Show (2023):
'...a chaotic mood in which anything can happen...' - David Cunningham, British Theatre Guide
'...a delightful action-packed romp that keeps you chuckling...' - Sarah Birch, Camden Citizen
Failure Studies (2021/22):
'...beautiful moments of self-realisation...' - Heather Jeffrey, London Pub Theatres Magazine
'...a brilliantly acted piece devised from a novel concept...' - The Greater Manchester Reviewer
WHO ARE WE...
LIAM GROGAN - Artistic Director / Writer / Producer
Liam is a Bristol born director and composer and a founding member of Precarious Theatre. Involved in all aspects of theatre from a young age, his directorial debut came with Precarious Theatre and Biasioli's Failure Studies at the GM Fringe 2021. In 2022, Liam received his PhD for his research into how combinations of music and theatre can communicate political ideas. As a director, he seeks to develop productive collaborative relationships with his cast, constructing the basis for innovation to spark throughout the rehearsal process. Drawing on influences both theatrical and musical, he aims to access the humanity of theatrical work, embracing the complex and the absurd to draw out that which can speak to an audience in compelling and engaging ways.
MARCO BIASIOLI - Writer
Born in Rome, Marco lived in London and Moscow before relocating to Manchester, where he completed his PhD in Russian contemporary music at the University of Manchester and is a lecturer in Russian and East European Studies. A founding member of Precarious Theatre, his plays examine the relationship between humans and society through the exploration of themes such as work, technology and the complexity of living together in contemporary society. He has had work performed at the Greater Manchester, Camden, and Edinburgh fringes, receiving plaudits from audiences and critics alike.
FRANCESCA MARIA IZZO - Assistant Producer / Actor
Francesca is an actor and creative, born and living in London with an MA in Professional Acting from ALRA North. Represented by Inspiration Management, she has experience in a variety of performance settings from motion capture to voice work and has performed in venues across the UK, including the Lowry and HOME in Manchester. Francesca is currently combining her skin work and puppetry skills on a brand new immersive show in London. Having joined Precarious Theatre after the success of our debut production, Failure Studies, Fran's love of devising and collaboration has made her a valuable addition to our team.
DAVID ALLEN - Assistant Director / Actor
David has been acting and producing professional theatre since graduating from Brunel University in 2010. David has years of experience working in the North West theatre scene and on the UK fringe circuit, including productions with 16th Wall Productions (formerly Theatre By Numbers), a company he co-founded, which focused on new writing and interactive theatre. David has also performed at venues such as the Epstein Theatre in Liverpool, The Dancehouse in Manchester and at Blackpool's famous North Pier. He joined Precarious Theatre after our debut production, Failure Studies, and has embraced the opportunity to develop his creative voice with a freedom, he believes, is rare in the industry.