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#TheatresInDanger Book

Posted 09/12/2020 - 17:11 Link
Hi all. Right. Exciting News alert. #TheatresInDanger is my first book. It’s a 40 page collection of photographs that I’ve taken of so many of the theatres I’ve had the pleasure of working in over the last 10 years. Published next week on Wednesday December 16th (special launch price £15.95), I’ve written it specifically to support UK Theatres during this extraordinarily difficult time for the industry: all proceeds will go directly to the Theatres Trust, who do such amazing work helping our theatres to survive, and reopen, both now and in future.

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I'm currently taking pre-orders on my website at www.billwardphotography.co.uk/theatresindanger : all prints will be sent off to the printers on the day of order, and copies of the book will be sent out first class from December 16th, so perfect for Xmas presents. I have detailed explanatory launch posts posted on my social media accounts on Facebook and Instagram, if you'd like a closer look...

All the photographs in the book, as well as those that I haven’t been able to squeeze in (and there are many of them) are available as signed and numbered prints - again, all proceeds from print sales will go directly to the Theatres Trust.

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A huge thank you to photo journalist, Pentax Ambassador/user and editor Matty Graham who’s idea it was to make this book, for his brilliant design and extraordinary energy, and also to our publishers the Lavenham Press, for their first rate advice, expertise and know how throughout.

I would say this wouldn't I, but this really is a pretty decent cause. This has been a mighty tough year for pretty much everyone, everywhere, but if you can, do help support the arts, and all who work in them, this Xmas. Go to www.billwardphotography.co.uk/theatresindanger and follow the links.
pschlute
Posted 09/12/2020 - 17:41 Link
Absolutely brilliant idea Bill to benefit your industry. Plus we get to see your lovely photos.

Have just ordered a number of copies......everyone is getting them for xmas xxx
womble
Posted 09/12/2020 - 21:36 Link
I only ordered one to give to myself for Christmas. Looks excellent, and a great idea for a good cause.
Kris Lockyear
It is an illusion that photos are made with the camera… they are made with the eye, heart and head. Henri Cartier-Bresson
Lots of film bodies, a couple of digital ones, too many lenses (mainly older glass) and a Horseman LE 5x4.
johnriley
Posted 09/12/2020 - 23:12 Link
I've just ordered a copy. Looks great!
Best regards, John
Posted 09/12/2020 - 23:17 Link
Ah, thanks all... that's brilliant... am really grateful... Peter, that's amazing, thanks so much...

They'll be winging their way towards you as soon as I have them back from the printers next week...

Great stuff...

Best
K10D
Posted 10/12/2020 - 07:50 Link
johnriley wrote:
I've just ordered a copy. Looks great!

Yup. Deal just done.

Looking forward to this arriving.

Best regards
pixels don't make pictures
danofmk
Posted 10/12/2020 - 08:01 Link
Thanks for sharing. My father in law is a theatre geek. No, he's THE theatre geek, so I'll share it with him
Posted 10/12/2020 - 09:00 Link
Ah, thanks Gary... very good of you... and Dan, yes, do share away...

Best
Nigelk
Posted 10/12/2020 - 09:09 Link
A great idea. Trying to buy a couple of copies but, having Paypal issues.......I'll be back

Yay! Success!
Edited by Nigelk: 10/12/2020 - 09:35
johnriley
Posted 10/12/2020 - 09:37 Link
I've also put a link to the book on the ADAPS Facebook page.
Best regards, John
pschlute
Posted 10/12/2020 - 12:50 Link
Gosh Bill....you may need a second run !
psburnley
Posted 10/12/2020 - 12:54 Link
I have ordered one for myself for Christmas - better than slippers and socks. Do we get special signed copies?
Nigelk
Posted 10/12/2020 - 13:32 Link
psburnley wrote:
I have ordered one for myself for Christmas - better than slippers and socks. Do we get special signed copies?

Good question. No pressure Bill
K10D
Posted 10/12/2020 - 13:55 Link
Nigelk wrote:
psburnley wrote:
I have ordered one for myself for Christmas - better than slippers and socks. Do we get special signed copies?

Good question. No pressure Bill

Just a gentle nudge :
pixels don't make pictures
Posted 10/12/2020 - 14:02 Link
Ah thanks Nigel, Peter and Gary... very good of you... yes, can def do the signing thing... sharpie at the ready!

Thanks John for the ADAPS link... much appreciated...

Peter, all gd on the print run thus far, just depends on how much traction it gets on the publicity front... would be a nice problem to have...😉

Thanks again and best

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