Steel
Theatre by the Lake, and Community Tour (Cumbria)
“Beautiful and breath-stopping...a raw, gorgeous evocation of a damaged community and its routes to healing”
★★★★(The Stage)
“a real tribue to the spirit of Workington and should be treasured” ★★★★ ½ (Northern Arts Review)
Brassed Off
Theatre by the Lake, Stephen Joseph Theatre, The Octagon, Bolton
"Stevenson directs her cast with precision, hitting every note of tension, sadness and black
humour perfectly'" ★★★★★ (The Stage)
"a production alive with movement and community spirit'" ★★★★(The Guardian)
"a powerful reminder of how music can unite and uplift even in the
bleakest of times...a moving tribute to the strength of community" ★★★★ (All About Theatre)
A Little Princess
Theatre by the Lake
“Rich and rewarding” ★★★★(The Guardian)
“Powerful storytelling” ★★★★(The Stage)
Every Brilliant Thing
Theatre by the Lake and community tour
Shortlisted for Community Project of the Year at The Stage Awards 2024
"The writing, direction and, most of all, Turner’s performance all rely on trust: reach out, and people will respond”
★★★★(The Guardian)
The Beauty Queen of Leenane
Theatre by the Lake
“With an excruciating clash of characters locked in a plot that is equal parts funny, sad and violent, this timeless production is as familiar as it is unsettling”
★★★★(The Guardian)
A Christmas Carol
Theatr Clwyd
“Theatr Clwyd promised an immersive experience with this adaptation of A Christmas Carol and it certainly delivers, with a clear concise telling of the story that is perfect for young families…a perfectly polished little jewel”
★★★★(The Stage)
Lancastrians
Junction 8 Theatre - Community Tour
'thought provoking and entertaining...all human life is here' (Lancashire Evening Post)
'Stevenson has skilfully woven the narrative out of rich reminiscence, sometimes dark despondency, but all with a hefty helping of native humour. A range of voices, ages and attitudes are all delivered by three consummate performers…. In an age of anxiety, brooding over Brexit, this play also reminds us that what unites us is always stronger than what divides us.' (British Theatre Guide)
The Secret Garden
York Theatre Royal and Theatre by the Lake
‘Stevenson has created a seamless, balanced, and magical piece of theatre, but at the same time, has not been afraid to highlight the dramatic darker side of Burnett’s novel…one of the best pieces of summer theatre I have seen for a long time and far too good to miss.’ ★★★★★ (The Yorkshire Post)
‘Wholesome entertainment’ ★★★★ (The Sunday Times)
★★★★★(York Press)
★★★★★ (North West End)
★★★★(The Stage)
Handbagged
Theatre by the Lake
‘Funny, assured revival of Buffini's amusing modern classic performed with heart’ ★★★★ (The Stage)
‘engaging, informative, humorous and very, very memorable’ ★★★★★ (North West End)
How My Light Is Spent
(Bruntwood Judges’ Award winner 2015)- Royal Exchange Theatre, Sherman Theatre, Theatre by the Lake – Nominated for Best New Play and Winner of Best Studio Performance MTA Awards 2017
‘Stevenson’s production…is minimally staged but neatly attuned to the melancholic undertow of Harris’ writing…it burns brightly’ ★★★★ (The Guardian)
‘Stevenson’s studio production perfectly captures the play’s oddball optimism’ ★★★★ (The Stage)
‘An intimate, warm play that has a massive emotional impact’ (Manchester Theatre Awards)
‘Stevenson’s direction…is fluent and energetic, ensuring that we remain involved throughout…A consistently entertaining and heartening seventy minutes’ (British Theatre Guide)
‘Compelling and beautifully crafted’ ★★★★(Reviews Hub)
Barbarians
Young Vic– Olivier Nominated for Outstanding Achievement in an Affiliate Theatre
‘Like a furious, punk Godot- Confidently directed…Stevenson makes the most of the play’s muscularity and her youthful cast bring out its gallows humour as well as its bleakness.’ ★★★★ (The Guardian)
‘Across the plays, Stevenson’s stripped-back production builds to its final scenes like a clenched fist waiting to punch.’ ★★★★(The Stage)
'playful and inventive’ ★★★★ (Time Out)