At the beginning, I think we were all somewhat naïve about the Covid-19 pandemic and the effect it would have on our lives. Back in 2020 as we began to tidy our desks and prepare to work from home, I distinctly remember saying to my colleagues: “I’ll see you in a few weeks.” - We had no idea that for many of them, it would be their last day in the office.

12 months later, Norwich Theatre were forced to make a large number of their staff redundant and start a major restructure process to protect the future of the organisation. Heartbreaking decisions like this have been made across the country and the theatre industry has been decimated. But there is still hope.

Today on March 16th (#16March) marks one whole year since Norwich Theatre were forced to close their doors and abruptly cancel the production of Les Misérables. Working with the staff, I shot this short film to recognise their work as they continue to navigate the pandemic and prepare to re-open.

In ‘Home Once More’, we are optimistic about the future of theatre. To use the words of Les Misérables: “Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise.”