Jessica Krieg - Writing samples

A show with a very serious message, yet which is heartwarming and humorous. This show, set ten years on from the incident, revisits the story of Matthew Shepherd, a young man whose life was tragically ended, though there is debate as to whether his death was a hate crime or merely a robbery gone wrong. Through a collection of verbatim interview segments, the cast explore all sides of the story, past and present. It battles with homophobia, prejudice society and the idea of perpetuating a person’s memory beyond their final day. In 10 years time, will anyone remember our legacy? TLP is performed by a cast of eight yet has no less than 43 characters. The first couple of minutes are slightly confusing as the cast dart about the stage changing rapidly from character to character establishing the base of the story but pace slows down as the show progresses making it much easier to follow. There is no defined set, merely chairs and tables which are moved from place to place and simple li

Known as the Pearl of the Adriatic, Dubrovnik is a city full of rich history and culture just waiting to be explored. Whether you love fine dining, sightseeing, or just enjoying the waves on the beach there's a whole world on offer to you here. Fans of the popular series Game of Thrones can live the fantasy and treat themselves to a variety of tours around the various filming locations, including the Red Keep and the Sept of Baelor. Prices can range from £18 to £60 so do your research beforehand to decide which is the right tour for you. For those of you who prefer your history lessons to be strictly real world, you can't pass up the chance to visit the Walls of Dubrovnik . Dramatic sights and views you can barely describe, gaze out over the Old Town and ocean in turn as you soak in the sun. Bear in mind the busy and quiet seasons and whether there are any cruise ships in town, as that can significantly change the amount of foot traffic to this iconic site. Once you de

Finding a great concept is just the first step in creating a successful podcast, but if you can't bring it to the listeners with consistent, professional quality then you'll find your numbers dwindling before they've had a chance to grow. That's where the boom arm comes into play. What is a Boom Arm? Think about any footage you've seen of someone's podcast set up or, to go old school, in a radio station. That robot looking contraption that holds the mic in front of their faces is the trusty boom arm. A boom arm is simply an adjustable "scissor arm" that clamps onto a desk or table and holds the microphone so that it can move freely without making any sound, providing more mobility and more room on your work surface. Most boom arms are 20-31 inches in height and made of steel or aluminium. The cables for your microphone either run along the side of the arm (attached with velcro or something similar) or can be hidden inside the arm itself for a cleane