We went to see Harry Taylor perform in Chicago Teen Edition last night at Rotherham Civic Theatre.
He was brilliant.
There's something about watching someone that young own a stage with that much confidence. As a reporter and part of the ensemble, Harry brought exactly the kind of energy and commitment that makes live performance worth showing up for.
Huge credit to @RTSA for producing something genuinely impressive. The whole cast delivered.
This is why we support the next generation of creative talent. Not because it looks good on a LinkedIn post, but because every great career starts with someone getting a chance and making the most of it.
One thing Harry Taylor is passionate about: just be kind.
Different interests don't make people less. They make them more interesting. Harry's proof of that. He's an actor, singer, dancer, drummer, aerial performer and a pretty decent cook apparently.
He's also a normal teenager who loves watching musical theatre and is heading to see Into the Woods in London soon.
We're backing Harry because stories have always started with people who are curious, confident and willing to put themselves out there. That's what oXyFire was built on too.
This week he takes the stage in Chicago Teen Edition at Rotherham Civic Theatre (17 to 21 March, 7.15pm), produced by @roththeatricalstudentacad
Go support live performance. Go support young talent. Go grab a seat.
As @@oxyfiremedia turns 15, we wanted to mark it by looking forward, not back.
Meet Harry Taylor. He's a young actor local to us with the kind of energy and dedication you can't teach. His CV already reads like a greatest hits: James and the Giant Peach, Oliver, Simba in The Lion King, Donkey in Shrek. He sings, dances, acts, plays drums, and somehow still finds time to be a teenager.
We're proud to support Harry's development as part of our commitment to nurturing the next generation of creative talent.
Next up: he's performing in Chicago Teen Edition, produced by the brilliant Rotherham Theatrical Student Academy (RTSA), at Rotherham Civic Theatre from Tue 17 to Sat 21 March at 7.15pm.
"First night tonight, he’s super excited!!"
If you're local, grab a ticket. If you're not, keep an eye on this kid.
/ticketbooth/shows/1173663020
We’re 15 🎉
So we built a game.
And made Simon play it first.
As part of our Play It Forward campaign, we’ve created a 15-Peg Solitaire challenge to celebrate 15 years of oXyFire.
It looks easy.
It isn’t.
Our founder Jay says “Play sparks creativity”. This is our slightly nerdy way of proving the point.
Have a go. Beat the game. Share your time if you win.
And yes, we fully expect you to be faster than Simon.
oxyfire.com/15
oxyfire.com/playitforward #PlayItForward #oXyFire15
A surprise Christmas hamper from @moonpig landed today and absolutely made our day. Such a kind gesture and a reminder that even in an AI filled world, nothing beats genuine human connection.
We used to think of Moonpig as a faceless giant. Now we work directly with Jay Singh and he has been brilliant from day one. Feeling very appreciated and very festive.
Thank you @moonpig
Fifteen years ago I had an idea that felt exciting, ambitious, and slightly ridiculous. No office, no team, just a belief that creativity should feel playful and that great work comes from enjoying the process as much as the outcome.
I never imagined that little idea would become oXyFire. Along the way I have met people who inspired me, challenged me, trusted me, and helped shape every step of this journey. There have been mad days, magic days, and plenty of lessons in between, and I would not trade any of it.
To everyone who has supported us or taken a chance on us, thank you. You helped turn a spark of an idea into something real.
Here is to fifteen years of play, curiosity, and creativity, and to whatever comes next.
We seem to have lodgers at the oXyFire warehouse. As a protected species, shrews require a license to remove and relocate, or even if humanly trapping. Our local wildlife trust have said it’s very very rare for shrews to venture inside properties.
It looks like they’re in for winter !!!
#Shrews #NewHousemate #wildlifetrust @wildsheffieldandrotherham
We’re buzzing to be back at @reminiscefest 2025, bringing the full live-to-screen TV camera mix 🎥✨ so every throwback moment hits the big screens.
And tonight, it’s the launch of the all-new Retrospective Festival… pure 80s magic ⚡️
Line-up of legends: @roachfordmusic , Go West, @tiffany_tunes , @martinjkemp , Belinda Carlisle, and Katrina & The Waves 🎶💿
Retro beats, neon vibes, iconic anthems… let’s turn back time 🔥🕺💃
There’s a rhythm to our work that never makes the schedule.
It’s not the call time. Not the camera list. Not even the client brief.
It’s in the quiet between footsteps on the platform.
The snap of a tripod locking in. The way a lens finds its frame before anyone calls action
It’s not drama
It’s not chaos
It’s calm
Composure
People who know how to move as one
You don’t always see the prep, you just see that it worked
From Doncaster to London and back again
This was one of those days where everything clicked
And yes, there was an Aperol Spritz on the way home
The work is the journey. It always has been
#oXyFireMedia #ProsInFlow #ProductionPoetry #FilmCrewLife #BehindTheScenes #LocationDay #ShootLife #CreativeProcess
🔥 The main stage at @@tomorrowland burned down.
During a pyro test.
24 hours before opening.
💪 Did they panic?
Nope.
They built a new stage.
🎤 Opened EARLY.
🔊 Started the show while the PA was still being built.
And the charred wreckage?
Still standing behind the new one. Like a battle scar.
This is what resilience looks like.
This is why redundancy planning matters.
This is why we test.
This is why the show must go on.
🎥 Respect to every tech, crew member, and dreamer who made it happen.
#Tomorrowland #EventProduction #LiveEvents #TheShowMustGoOn #oXyFireMedia #ProductionCrew #FestivalLife #Resilience #BackupPlans #StageDesign #CreativeSolutions #FestivalProduction #BehindTheScenes #Teamwork
𝐇𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐢𝐝 𝐘𝐄𝐒!
We are thrilled to announce that @simon.taylor.171092 has joined @oxyfiremedia as our newest team member. A familiar and well-loved face, Simon has been a friend and collaborator of oXyFire for over a decade, supporting us on countless projects on a freelance basis. Now, we are delighted that he is officially part of the team!
Simon brings with him a wealth of technical knowledge, production expertise, and a passion for client satisfaction that has always impressed us. His dedication, combined with his skills in production and project management, will add a fresh dynamic to our work, strengthening our team as we continue to deliver outstanding results for our clients.
Having Simon on board means even more depth to our capabilities as we grow, innovate, and continue to provide high-quality live broadcast and video production services. We are building something special, and we could not ask for a better addition to the oXyFire family.
Welcome to the team, Simon! We are excited for what the future holds.
Let’s go!
#NewHire #VideoProduction #LiveBroadcast #Teamwork
