Author Archives: philmansell

About philmansell

I'm a writer, photographer, illustrator and film-maker with a Masters degree in Multimedia & Information Design from the University of Wales, Newport. I have had 12 plays published by Stage Scripts Ltd. My one act play 'Poor Yorick' was a winning entry in a competition run as part of the Royal Shakespeare Company’s Open Stages project and was performed at both the 400-seat Dolman Theatre and Blackwood Little Theatre. 'Poor Yorick' has been performed in many countries around the world. To date I have 10 children's books, which I also illustrated, available on Amazon.

‘Bats’ Takes to the Stage Again

Posted on October 27, 2018 by philmansell

I was delighted to see that another amdram group is staging my one act play ‘Bats’. Hedgehog Productions have put on five productions of the play in three different venues in October 2018. This follows the very successful staging of … Continue reading →

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Painting the ‘Working Class Heroes’ of my childhood

Posted on March 4, 2018 by philmansell

After years of doing funny scribbles with a watercolour wash I’ve finally got into painting with oils. As always, it’s people – rather than landscapes or still life – that interest me, and so I’ve set about creating a series … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged 1950s, Birmingham, cigarettes, cloth caps, Factory workers, nostalgia, Oils, Painting, public bars, pubs, saloon bars, working class, Working Class Heroes | 1 Comment

Premiere of ‘Bats’

Posted on February 1, 2018 by philmansell

Really pleased to have received confirmation from my publisher Stage Scripts that my play ‘Bats’ will be staged for the first time ever by Newtown Amateur Dramatic Society at the Powys Theatre from 5th-10th February 2018. ‘Bats’ is a black … Continue reading →

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Playwright in residence!

Posted on November 7, 2017 by philmansell

I’m pleased to say that our local amdram group, Javea Players, have adopted me as their playwright in residence. This followed a recent, highly successful open day event where I had a stall featuring some of my plays and a … Continue reading →

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Artwork from the archives

Posted on April 11, 2017 by philmansell

Wending my way through some ancient folders on my laptop, I stumbled upon a multitude of my old artwork from the days when, as a freelance artist and writer, I would frame my work and sell it at exhibitions in … Continue reading →

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My Plays are Now Available from Stage Scripts

Posted on March 6, 2017 by philmansell

I’m pleased to announce that several of my plays are now available from Stage Scripts, a long established publisher of plays, musicals and pantomimes. For perusal copies and information about performance rights go to the Stage Scripts website.

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New Website for My Plays

Posted on August 8, 2016 by philmansell

As one door opens… I was pleased to hear from the Endeavour Theatre Company in Australia who were keen to produce my play ‘According to Claudia’. This was welcome news after my publisher ceased trading due to ill health. Just … Continue reading →

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Using Scrivener to Hit My Word Target

Posted on April 9, 2016 by philmansell

As I mentioned in my blog about my art, I have taken a break from writing plays and set myself the challenge of writing an adventure story aimed at pre-teens (or Middle Grade fiction, as it is often known). I … Continue reading →

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Capturing A Paul Daniels Magic Moment

Posted on March 18, 2016 by philmansell

The news of the death of magician Paul Daniels reminded me of the time I took his photo – and managed to capture the moment he astounded a member of the public. It was back in 2008 when I was … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Caerleon, campus, card trick, conjuring, magic, May Ball, Newport, Paul Daniels, Phil Mansell, Photos by Phil Mansell, Press Officer, University of Wales | Leave a comment

Being Rejected by Sir George Martin Makes the News!

Posted on March 10, 2016 by philmansell

Amazing the power of social media. Yesterday I wrote my blog about how the late Sir George Martin turned down my band, The BOI, and sent out a tweet about it. Next thing I know a reporter from the local … Continue reading →

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