Chris O'Connor: scripts and podcasts made in Yorkshire

Winner of the O2 Media Award for Best Entertainment Programme
‍Exodus, as part of Airplays

“The play proves that some of the very best drama happens outside London”
Yorkshire Post for Marching on Embers

“An unforgettable production and certainly one of the most stand-out, unique co-productions that have ever been staged.”
‍5-star review for Exodus in FPP

“Entertaining, even amusing when it wants to be, but ultimately gripping and profoundly moving.”
‍The Reviews Hub for The Parting Glass

Chris O'Connor is a critically acclaimed writer living and working in West Yorkshire. His scripts have been produced by the likes of the BBC, Leeds Playhouse and Red Ladder Theatre Company.

Never afraid to grapple society's thorniest issues, Chris's work has humanised oft-misunderstood subjects like suicide, radicalisation and the migrant crisis.

Chris is also a professional podcaster, including co-hosting the hugely popular Mantality podcast with former Leeds Rhinos captain Stevie Ward.

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