Podcasts about Royal National Theatre

In this Monday episode of the Ask Anna series, Anna is joined by actor, author and mental health and black right advocate, David Harewood..Together Anna and David tackle the following connundrum: ''I'm recovering from a serious mental health breakdown and I'm really struggling to find a way back to normality. I feel so much better in myself and my thoughts and mind are clear, but what's happened has impacted my relationships and my friends and family all act differently around me. How can I get back to the life that seemed much simpler before?"David Harewood was awarded an OBE in 2023 for his services to drama and mental health advocacy. His career as an actor and documentary presenter spans 40 years. He works in both the UK and America and he has appeared in shows such as HOMELAND, THE NIGHT MANAGER, SUPERGIRL and BLOOD DIAMOND.On stage he's appeared as Martin Luther King in the award-winning play The Mountaintop and he was the first Black actor to play Othello at the Royal National Theatre. He delivered the 2023 Richard Dimbleby Lecture and was recently made President of The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.

Our new book... STORY QUESTIONS: How To Unlock Your Story One Question At A Time https://payhip.com/b/ZTvq9 Watch the full video interview of this podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXOJkadXsDM BUY THE BOOK - BACK TO THE BODY: Infusing Physical Life into Characters in Theatre and Film https://amzn.to/3NPDI2Y Jean-Louis Rodrigue is an internationally recognized acting coach, movement director, and specialist in the application of the Alexander Technique to film, theater and television. In film, he coached actors and collaborated with directors in Passion Fish, Vice, J. Edgar, Life of Pi, W., I, Tonya, and many more. In theater, he collaborated with director Larry Moss and former NFL player Bo Eason in his play Runt of the Litter and playwright Pamela Gien in her Obie– and Drama Desk– award-winning one-person play, The Syringa Tree, both in New York and internationally. Jean-Louis has worked on- and off-Broadway and at major performing arts institutions such as Berlin International Film Festival, Cirque du Soleil, Los Angeles Philharmonic Institute, Getty Villa, Geffen Playhouse, Royal National Theatre, Piccolo Teatro di Milano, Verbier Festival, Royal Shakespeare Company. For the past 34 years, Jean-Louis has taught at the UCLA School of Theater, Film, and Television and the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music. Jean-Louis lives in Los Angeles with his husband, Kristof Konrad. STUDY WITH JEAN-LOUIS RODRIGUE https://alexandertechworks.com MORE VIDEOS WITH JEAN-LOUIS RODRIGUE https://tinyurl.com/59mc2v39 CONNECT WITH JEAN-LOUIS RODRIGUE https://alexandertechworks.com https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0735121 https://www.facebook.com/AlexanderTechworks https://twitter.com/alextechworks https://www.instagram.com/alexandertechworks VIEWERS ALSO WATCHED Hollywood Actors Share Their Success Secrets - https://youtu.be/xFRgZOhCVLg What Stops An Actor From Getting Into Character? - https://youtu.be/0OX44gvnjWE Bill Duke Explains Why Most Actors Fail In Hollywood - https://youtu.be/4tfSRzy31f4 An Actor's Guide To Making It In Los Angeles - https://youtu.be/aaegnd3xaVI Pro Cinematographer On What Separates Great Actors From Everybody Else - https://youtu.be/G3oXMWperus CONNECT WITH FILM COURAGE http://www.FilmCourage.com http://twitter.com/#!/FilmCourage SUBSCRIBE TO THE FILM COURAGE YOUTUBE CHANNEL http://bit.ly/18DPN37 SUPPORT FILM COURAGE BY BECOMING A MEMBER https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8o1mdWAfefJkdBg632_tg/join SUPPORT FILM COURAGE BY BECOMING A PATRON https://www.patreon.com/filmcourage LISTEN TO THE FILM COURAGE PODCAST https://soundcloud.com/filmcourage-com (Affiliates) ►BOOKS WE RECOMMEND: THE NUTSHELL TECHNIQUE: Crack the Secret of Successful Screenwriting https://amzn.to/2X3Vx5F THE STORY SOLUTION: 23 Actions All Great Heroes Must Take http://amzn.to/2gYsuMf SAVE THE CAT! The Last Book on Screenwriting You'll Ever Need https://amzn.to/3dNg2HQ THE ANATOMY OF STORY: 22 Steps To Becoming A Master Storyteller http://amzn.to/2h6W3va THE ART OF DRAMATIC WRITING - Lajos Egri https://amzn.to/3jh3b5f ON WRITING: A Memoir of the Craft https://amzn.to/3XgPtCN THE WAR OF ART: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles http://amzn.to/1KeW9ob ►FILMMAKER STARTER KIT BLACKMAGIC Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K - https://amzn.to/4gDU0s9 ZOOM H4essential 4-Track Handy Recorder - https://amzn.to/3TIon6X SENNHEISER Professional Shotgun Microphone - https://amzn.to/3TEnLiE NEEWER CB300B 320W LED Video Light - https://amzn.to/3XEMK6F NEEWER 160 LED CN-160 Dimmable Ultra High Power - https://amzn.to/3XX57VK ►WE USE THIS CAMERA (B&H) – https://buff.ly/3rWqrra ►WE USE THIS SOUND RECORDER (AMAZON) – http://amzn.to/2tbFlM9 *Disclaimer: This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, we'll receive a small commission. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue to make videos like this. Thank you for your support!

pWotD Episode 2814: Neil Gaiman Welcome to Popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 253,707 views on Tuesday, 14 January 2025 our article of the day is Neil Gaiman.Neil Richard MacKinnon Gaiman (; born Neil Richard Gaiman; 10 November 1960) is an English author of short fiction, novels, comic books, graphic novels, audio theatre, and screenplays. His works include the comic book series The Sandman and the novels Good Omens, Stardust, Anansi Boys, American Gods, Coraline, and The Graveyard Book. He co-created the TV series adaptations of Good Omens and The Sandman.Gaiman has won numerous awards, including the Hugo, Nebula, and Bram Stoker awards, as well as the Newbery and Carnegie medals. He is the first author to win both the Newbery and the Carnegie medals for the same work, The Graveyard Book (2008). In 2013, The Ocean at the End of the Lane was voted Book of the Year in the British National Book Awards. It was later adapted into a critically acclaimed stage play at the Royal National Theatre in London.Beginning in 2024, sexual misconduct allegations were made against Gaiman by several women. This affected or halted production on several adaptations of his work.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 01:15 UTC on Wednesday, 15 January 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Neil Gaiman on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Niamh.

fWotD Episode 2811: Josette Simon Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia’s finest articles.The featured article for Tuesday, 14 January 2025 is Josette Simon.Josette Patricia Simon (born 1959 / 1960) is a British actor. She trained at the Central School of Speech and Drama in London and played the part of Dayna Mellanby in the third and fourth series of the television sci-fi series Blake's 7 from 1980 to 1981. First performing as a 14-year-old, in the choir for the world premiere of the finalized Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, she has continued a career in stage productions, appearing in 50 Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) productions, from the single press night performance as a featured character in Salvation Now at the Warehouse theatre in 1982, through to playing Cleopatra in a six-month run of Antony and Cleopatra at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in 2017. The first black woman in an RSC play when she appeared in Salvation Now, Simon has been at the forefront of colour-blind casting, playing roles traditionally taken by white actors, including Maggie, a character who is thought to be based on Marilyn Monroe, in Arthur Miller's After the Fall at the Royal National Theatre in 1990.Simon's first leading role at the RSC, the first principal part filled by a black woman for the company, was as Rosaline, in Love's Labour's Lost, directed by Barry Kyle, in 1984. In 1987, she appeared for the RSC again, in the lead role of Isabelle in Measure for Measure. Later leading roles for the RSC saw her as Titania/Hippolyta in A Midsummer Night's Dream (1999–2000) and Cleopatra in Antony and Cleopatra (2017–2018). She has played numerous other roles across stage, television, film, and radio. She starred alongside Brenda Fricker in the two-part television series Seekers (1993), written by Lynda La Plante. Simon has portrayed senior police officers in Silent Witness (1998), Minder (2009), and Broadchurch (2017); and portrayed a defence lawyer in Anatomy of a Scandal (2022).Simon won the Evening Standard's Best Actress award, a Critics' Circle Theatre Award, and Plays and Players Critic Awards for After the Fall and two film festival awards for her part in Milk and Honey (1988). She was made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire in 2000, for services to drama.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 01:15 UTC on Tuesday, 14 January 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Josette Simon on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm generative Kajal.

Send us a textThis episode features a conversation with music composer Jherek Bischoff, the creative mind behind the captivating score for Exhibiting Forgiveness.An American composer, arranger, producer, and multi-instrumentalist based in Los Angeles, Bischoff's work spans over seventy albums and compositions for orchestra, opera, film, theater, and ballet. Combining orchestral, electronic, and rock elements, his music blends contemporary classical, ambient, and experimental rock styles.In addition to his solo career, Bischoff has released more than a dozen studio albums and contributed as a musician, arranger, producer, or engineer on over sixty albums. He has composed scores for five plays, including the Royal National Theatre's production of Neil Gaiman's The Ocean at the End of the Lane, and wrote the opera Andersen's Erzählungen for Theatre Basel.#exhibitingforgivenesstrailer #howtowritefilmmusic #twelvetonecomposition #12tonerow #classicalmusic http://twitter.com/dreamingkingdomhttp://instagram.com/kingdomofdreamspodcasthttp://facebook.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast Watch the feature films that I have directedCitizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsuIn Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21Official Website - www.jawadmir.com

Our guest today is Bella Merlin http://www.bellamerlin.com/ Bella has been working for over twenty-five years in theatre, film, television and radio. She is Professor of Acting and Directing at the University of California, Riverside and is the author of several books on acting. Including  The Complete Stanislavsky Toolkit, Facing the Fear: An Actor's Guide to Overcoming Stage Fright and Shakespeare & Company: When Action is Eloquence... co-authored with Tina Packer.  Bella is known on the international circuit for her workshops on Stanislavsky and his rehearsal process, Active Analysis. She has held posts in the UK at the university of Exeter. And university of Birmingham (where she received her PhD). She has also taught workshops and directed at a number of drama schools and universities both in the UK and USA.  Her stage acting appearances are numerous and include productions with Shakespeare & Co. in Massachusetts and the Royal National Theatre in London. Her one woman show Tilly Nobody explored identity and domestic violence. Her recent touring production, Lucy Gough's The Wild Tenant, is currently touring the UK and is what we focused on. With the the continuing theme of domestic violence and her personal connection to her Character, I started the conversation by asking how she took care of her wellbeing when doing such an emotionally demanding play. Bella's honesty is honorable and her insights into the acting process invaluable. 

‘Content is king' has been our clarion call on many a podcast. What we often leave out is the equally important point of how you say something, as well as when you say it and where. As Corporate Affairs and Comms professionals we are often the director of the presentations our spokespeople give to key audiences. The ‘stage' could be a physical stage at a conference, or a virtual results presentation. It could be sitting in a TV or radio studio. Or even just a speech to employees at a town hall.  In many ways, Corporate Affairs practitioners need to be a Trevor Nunn, an Arlene Phillips and a Stephen Spielberg rolled into one with the occasional need to be a Tom Hanks as well. This episode is about the power of performance. How to make your content come alive, to stay memorable and even repeatable.  This is often where Comms professionals realise they need specialist advice. If only they could get access to someone who has been an actor, has been classically trained at somewhere prestigious like RADA, and has worked with CEOs and business leaders to extract the best of performances. Luckily at Little Questions we have just such an expert who is happy to give away some that valuable performance-related stardust on this episode. David Solomon is our guest for this podcast. He originally worked in the City, but left to train at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and spent the next ten years as a professional actor working at the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal National Theatre.  This episode is hosted by Matt Young. You can get in touch by emailing podcast@apellaadvisors.com and please consider leaving us a review. Find out more at apellaadvisors.com. David Solomon, Executive Coach - Sun & Moon Training David's professional journey is a testament to versatility and excellence. He began with a BSc in Maths and Statistics from the University of Exeter, followed by a year in the finance sector in the City. His passion for the arts then led him to the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, where he trained and subsequently spent a decade performing with the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal National Theatre. David's career evolved significantly as he became a Business Development Director in Corporate Video for prominent clients such as BP, Goldman Sachs, Heinz, HSBC and UBS Warburg. In 2003, David combined his corporate expertise and professional acting experience to become a Facilitator and Coach. Over the years, he has conducted skills training courses for organisations within the private and public sector, including London Business School, Cisco and the NHS. David is an accredited Executive Coach and a certified practitioner of MBTI and DiSC.  Elizabeth Mobed, Senior Associate - Apella Advisors Elizabeth joined Apella as a Senior Associate in November 2023. She has extensive capital markets communications experience, advising on financial calendar communications, international M&A transactions and IPOs with FTSE 100 and leading private equity firms. She has also advised clients on reputation management, advocacy campaigns and crisis communications. Before Apella, Elizabeth worked in the Financial Communications team at Teneo. She previously worked at FTI Consulting's Strategic Communications team, joining as a Graduate. She holds an BA in Philosophy, Politics and Economics from the University of Oxford. Matt Young, Partner - Apella Advisors Matt has 25 years of experience across media relations, public affairs, regulatory development, employee engagement, brand development, competition and CSR. Group corporate affairs director at Lloyds Banking Group, part of the senior team which rescued the bank and rebuilt its reputation following the financial crisis. Formerly communications director at Santander UK and board member of the BBA. This podcast is produced by The Podcast Coach.

In this third of three podcasts on the theme of drama, Barbara and David are joined by two guests: Peter Clements, a young actor, teacher and writer who trained at The Drama Centre, works extensively in theatre, feature films and TV, teaches at the RADA and LAMDA theatre schools in London, and recently created a critically-acclaimed solo show and a new dance-theatre production at the Bristol Old Vic; and Di Trevis, one of Britain's leading theatre directors, the first woman to run a company at the Royal National Theatre, a director of productions at the Royal Shakespeare Company and Royal Opera House, and an acclaimed teacher of acting and directing in the UK and across the world.

In this second of three podcasts on the theme of drama, Barbara and David are joined by two guests: Di Trevis, one of Britain's leading theatre directors, the first woman to run a company at the Royal National Theatre where her Remembrance of Things Past won an Olivier Award, a director of productions at the Royal Shakespeare Company and Royal Opera House, and an acclaimed teacher of acting and directing in the UK and across the world for leading actors including Gary Oldman, Kenneth Branagh and Rupert Everett; and our second guest, Peter Clements, a young actor, teacher and writer who trained at The Drama Centre under Di's leadership, and who has worked extensively in theatre, feature films and TV, and as a visiting teacher at the RADA and LAMDA theatre schools. His recent creative output includes a critically-acclaimed solo show and a dance-theatre production at the Bristol Old Vic.

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Gregg Chilingirian, also known by his stage name Gregg Chillin, is a writer, director and actor. He recently directed and lead performed in the short film, George. It's achieved much success on the film festival circuit, with official selections at Bolton International Film Festival, Kerry International Film Festival and the Hollyshorts Festival. A lot of what we discuss is specifically about this film, and how to effectively both direct and act in a project. So if you're interested in balancing those two disciplines, this episode is absolutely for you.Gregg has had a successful acting career, appearing in many television shows over the years, including leads in Da Vinci's Demons, Being Human, Inside Men, A Discovery of Witches and The Wheel of Time. He made his stage debut at the Royal National Theatre playing Mark in Dennis Kelly's DNA in 2008.As well as both directing and acting in a project, we spoke about shooting on film, achieving an abrupt tonal shifts on screen, the directing lessons he's learnt as an actor, as well as another upcoming short film project.To watch George, which we encourage you to, please get in touch via email to ieuancoombs@gmail.com, with GEORGE SCREENING LINK, in the subject box, and we'll send over a private link.Links:The George Short Film Trailer:https://www.instagram.com/p/Cs6rJsoOrtO/?hl=enGregg's IMDB page: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1209486/The George Short Film Instagram Page:https://www.instagram.com/george_slickfilms/?hl=enGregg's favourite short film (accessed with a MUBI subscription): https://mubi.com/en/gb/films/an-avocado-pit

Our final festive extract comes from Dickens' last Christmas Book The Haunted Man and The Ghost's Bargain  - read today by the fantastic actor Tom AndrewsTom's screen credits include: This England (for Revolution films & Sky Atlantic), Netflix's The Strays, Feelgood & Afterlife; HBO'S I Hate Susie and the BBC's Show Trial … His stage work includes the Royal National Theatre production of Major Barbara and The Accidental Death of an Anarchist in London's West EndIn the following scene Dr Redlaw - a celebrated chemist and teacher - is sitting down to dinner one Christmas. He is full of grief and feels that each passing year only seems add to the store of regrets and painful memories …Meanwhile the Swidger family: William,  Millie, and the elderly Philip, visit Redlaw and gently try to cheer him … Support the showIf you like to make a donation to support the costs of producing this series you can buy 'coffees' right here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dominicgerrardHost: Dominic GerrardSeries Artwork: Léna GibertOriginal Music: Dominic GerrardThank you for listening!

Happy 6th Day of Christmas! Today's guest is the wonderful Rebecca Tanwen reading for us the opening pages of Dickens' 4th Christmas book The Battle of Life …The story opens with a wide shot of an ancient battle ground, where the traces of the fight have lingered through the centuries, not only in the earth but in the minds of the generations that have lived afterwards. The narrative works its way through a kind of time-lapse describing the changing seasons over many decades before settling on an orchard where amongst the apple-pickers two sisters - Grace & Marion - are found dancing along to a harp and fiddle with total abandon …As a voice artist Rebecca won this year's One Voice Award and previously the BBC's Carleton Hobbs. Her theatre credits include Royal National Theatre production of Othello, As You Like It for the Oxford Shakespeare Company and Elephant 21 at the Royal Court. Her screen credits include The Wheel of Time on Amazon Prime and Lionsgate's Nacho XXL ... Support the showIf you like to make a donation to support the costs of producing this series you can buy 'coffees' right here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dominicgerrardHost: Dominic GerrardSeries Artwork: Léna GibertOriginal Music: Dominic GerrardThank you for listening!

We all perceive his captivating presence on screen, teetering between grace and awkwardness, the intentional and the spontaneous. Bill Nighy's humor embodies the essential qualities of British comedy while also showcasing remarkable versatility. Born in Caterham, United Kingdom in 1949, Bill Nighy always dreamt of becoming a writer. However, life had other plans for him. After giving up his ambitions of becoming a writer, his comedic genius has been celebrated worldwide, earning him an Oscar for Best Actor, a BAFTA Award for Best Actor, and a Golden Globe for Best Actor in a Drama. He started his career on the stage of Liverpool's Everyman Theatre and made his London debut with the Royal National Theatre in the late 1970s. He then appeared on British television and radio, relishing the opportunity to play "anyone, because on the radio your appearance doesn't matter." His career reached a turning point in 2003 marked by his involvement in the film “Underworld” where he played the vampire Elder Viktor, and especially by the role that brought him international recognition: the jaded rocker Billy Mack in “Love Actually”. Almost two decades later, he proved equal skills in a role that resonated more closely with him: the character of Mr. Williams, a mundane bureaucrat in “The Living'”(2022), who discovers a new zest for life. This performance comes highly recommended. Convinced that his impressive career is the result of chance and lucky encounters, Bill Nighy is a modest workaholic, embodying the epitome of British self-deprecation. In this once-in-a-lifetime episode, we delve into: Tribalism and football clubs, How Bill procrastinated his entire writing career and inadvertently became an award-winning actor, How self-doubt fuels procrastination, The few times he escaped England to visit Paris and Marseille as a teenager, Theater-induced anxiety and not throwing up before stepping onto the stage, Mod fashion A unique conversation marked by Bill's elegance, quirkiness, subtlety, charm, and kindness. Merry Christmas ! TIMELINE : OO:00:00 Just call him Bill 00:17:00 Bill Nighy's latest movie, The Living (2022) 00:23:50 Procrastination 00:38:14 Work is not giving into despair or self-doubt 00:45:40 Theatre & managing stage-induced anxiety 00:59:50 The relationship Bill has with (not) writing 01:12:05 Acting on the radio & drama school 01:21:40 All the times Bill ran away to France 01:31:30 The influence of Bill's father on his career 01:36:40 Playing leading roles 01:41:16 2003,Underworld, and Love Actually - a turning point 01:58:00 Words for the younger Bill 02:00:40 Fashion 02:12:15 Bill's hands - the Dupuytren contracture Bill and I quoted several old GDIY episodes: #344 - Robert Plomin #158 Edgar Grospiron #228 Nicola Julia #74 Romain Raffard #305 Paul Mouginot Bill and I talked about : His filmography The Living Love Actually Pirates of the Caribbean The Boat That Rocked Harry Potter Underworld Sir David Hair Modernist fashion icons Paul Wheeler, lead singer of The Jam Martin Freeman Françoise Hardy David Frost's show That was the news that was Bill recommends you read : Lou Reed's biography Bob Dylan's biography How do you like the theme music? We owe it all to Morgan Prudhomme! Contact him at: https://studio-module.com. You want to sponsor Génération Do It Yourself or suggest a partnership? Contact my label Orso Media via this form.

Joanna Murray-Smith's plays have been produced and translated all over the world, in over two dozen languages, including on Broadway, the West End and at the Royal National Theatre in London. Joanna has worked across many forms, from plays to novels, journalism, opera libretti and screenplays.  Her plays include Three Little Words, Switzerland, Pennsylvania Avenue, True Minds, Songs for Nobodies, The Gift, Rockabye, The Female of the Species, Ninety, Bombshells, Berlin and Flame (Melbourne Theatre Company); L'Appartement (Queensland Theatre); American Song (Milwaukee Repertory); Day One-A-Hotel-Evening (Red Stitch); Fury (Sydney Theatre Company); Rapture, Nightfall, Redemption, Love Child and Honour (Malthouse Theatre).  Both Honour and Rapture won the Victorian Premier's Literary Award for Best Play.   Joanna has also adapted Hedda Gabler (for the State Theatre Company of South Australia) and Ingmar Bergman's Scenes from a Marriage for Sir Trevor Nunn (Coventry/London).  Her adaptation of Chekhov's Uncle Vanya will be seen at the Ensemble Theatre in Sydney next year; as will Switzerland. While a tour of her extraordinary examination of our female Prime. Minister, Julia will play in Melbourne, Adelaide and a return Sydney season. The STAGES podcast is available to access and subscribe from Spotify and Apple podcasts. Or from wherever you access your favourite podcasts. A conversation with creatives about craft and career. Follow socials on instagram (stagespodcast) and facebook (Stages).www.stagespodcast.com.au

As the Royal National Theatre celebrates its 60th anniversary Nancy and Sarah look back at productions they have loved, productions they wish they had seen - and talk about the building's importance in our cultural life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PROFESSOR ROBERT TEMPLE is author of a dozen challenging and provocative books, commencing with the international best-seller, The Sirius Mystery. His books have been translated into a total of 44 foreign languages. He combines solid academic scholarship with an ability to communicate with the mass public. He is Visiting Professor of the History and Philosophy of Science at Tsinghua University in Beijing, and previously held a similar position at an American university. For many years he was a science writer for the Sunday Times, the Guardian, and a science reporter for Time-Life, as well as a frequent reviewer for Nature and profile writer for The New Scientist. He is a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society, and has been a member of the Egypt Exploration Society since the 1970s, as well as a member of numerous other academic societies. He has produced, written and presented a documentary for Channel Four and National Geographic Channels on his archaeological discoveries in Greece and Italy, and he was at one time an arts reviewer on BBC Radio 4's ‘Kaleidoscope'. In 1993, his translation of the Babylonian Epic of Gilgamesh was performed at the Royal National Theatre in London. With his wife, Olivia, he is co-author and translator of the first complete English version of Aesop's Fables, which attracted a great deal of international press attention at the time of its release, as the earlier translations had suppressed some of the fables because of Victorian prudery. His new book is A New Science of Heaven and it explores the blurred lines between religion and science. Dark Matter, cold star cores and Metatron are all on the agenda.

PROFESSOR ROBERT TEMPLE is author of a dozen challenging and provocative books, commencing with the international best-seller, The Sirius Mystery. His books have been translated into a total of 44 foreign languages. He combines solid academic scholarship with an ability to communicate with the mass public. He is Visiting Professor of the History and Philosophy of Science at Tsinghua University in Beijing, and previously held a similar position at an American university. For many years he was a science writer for the Sunday Times, the Guardian, and a science reporter for Time-Life, as well as a frequent reviewer for Nature and profile writer for The New Scientist. He is a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society, and has been a member of the Egypt Exploration Society since the 1970s, as well as a member of numerous other academic societies. He has produced, written and presented a documentary for Channel Four and National Geographic Channels on his archaeological discoveries in Greece and Italy, and he was at one time an arts reviewer on BBC Radio 4's ‘Kaleidoscope'. In 1993, his translation of the Babylonian Epic of Gilgamesh was performed at the Royal National Theatre in London. With his wife, Olivia, he is co-author and translator of the first complete English version of Aesop's Fables, which attracted a great deal of international press attention at the time of its release, as the earlier translations had suppressed some of the fables because of Victorian prudery. His new book is A New Science of Heaven and it explores the blurred lines between religion and science. Dark Matter, cold star cores and Metatron are all on the agenda.

PROFESSOR ROBERT TEMPLE is author of a dozen challenging and provocative books, including his newest publication, A New Science of Heaven, which tells the story of the science of plasma and its revolutionary implications for the way we understand the universe and our place in it. Temple is also author of the international bestseller, The Sirius Mystery, and his books have been translated into 44 foreign languages. Combining solid academic scholarship with an ability to communicate with the mass public, Temple spent many years as a science writer for the Sunday Times and the Guardian, and as a science reporter for Time-Life, as well as a frequent reviewer for Nature and profile writer for The New Scientist. He has produced, written and presented a documentary for Channel Four and National Geographic Channels on his archaeological discoveries in Greece and Italy, and was at one time an arts reviewer on BBC Radio 4's ‘Kaleidoscope' program. Temple is Visiting Professor of the History and Philosophy of Science at Tsinghua University in Beijing, he is a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society, and has been a member of the Egypt Exploration Society since the 1970s, as well as a member of numerous other academic societies. In 1993, his translation of the Babylonian Epic of Gilgamesh was performed at the Royal National Theatre in London. Visit his website at www.robert-temple.com and A NEW SCIENCE OF HEAVEN ia available at AMAZON.com.The ‘X' Zone Broadcast Network Shows and Archives - https://www.spreaker.com/user/xzoneradiotvThe ‘X' Zone TV Channel on SimulTV - for more information visit http://www.simultv.comThe ‘X' Chronicles Newspaper - www.xchroniclesnewspaper.com This episode of The ‘X' Zone with Rob McConnell is brought to you by BEAUTIFUL MIND COFFEE - For the coffee that your brain will love, visit Beautiful Mind Coffee, www.beautifulmindcoffee.ca.

This week, Amon sits down with Jonathan Majors to talk Kang in ANT-MAN AND THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA (09:00) plus we review the first film in phase 5 of the MCU (25:00). We go on a domestic journey with MARCEL THE SHELL WITH SHOES ON (54:00), give our verdict on THE SON (1:08:00), Florian Zeller's follow-up to The Father and Hanna speaks to Clint Dyer, the Deputy Artistic Director of The Royal National Theatre, about bringing a cinematic approach to his film production of Shakespeare classic, OTHELLO (1:25:00). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (1:57:00), we discuss Cate Blanchett's recent comments about having or needing public permission to play gay roles? If you'd like to join the conversation or suggest a Hot Take for the gang to discuss tweet us at @FadeToBlackPod Follow us: @amonwarmann, @clarisselou, @hannaflint If you like the show do subscribe, leave a review and rate us too!

PROFESSOR ROBERT TEMPLE is author of a dozen challenging and provocative books, including his newest publication, A New Science of Heaven, which tells the story of the science of plasma and its revolutionary implications for the way we understand the universe and our place in it. Temple is also author of the international bestseller, The Sirius Mystery, and his books have been translated into 44 foreign languages. Combining solid academic scholarship with an ability to communicate with the mass public, Temple spent many years as a science writer for the Sunday Times and the Guardian, and as a science reporter for Time-Life, as well as a frequent reviewer for Nature and profile writer for The New Scientist. He has produced, written and presented a documentary for Channel Four and National Geographic Channels on his archaeological discoveries in Greece and Italy, and was at one time an arts reviewer on BBC Radio 4's ‘Kaleidoscope' program. Temple is Visiting Professor of the History and Philosophy of Science at Tsinghua University in Beijing, he is a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society, and has been a member of the Egypt Exploration Society since the 1970s, as well as a member of numerous other academic societies. In 1993, his translation of the Babylonian Epic of Gilgamesh was performed at the Royal National Theatre in London. Visit his website at www.robert-temple.com and A NEW SCIENCE OF HEAVEN ia available at AMAZON.com.The ‘X' Zone Broadcast Network Shows and Archives - https://www.spreaker.com/user/xzoneradiotvThe ‘X' Zone TV Channel on SimulTV - for more information visit http://www.simultv.comThe ‘X' Chronicles Newspaper - www.xchroniclesnewspaper.com This episode of The ‘X' Zone with Rob McConnell is brought to you by BEAUTIFUL MIND COFFEE - For the coffee that your brain will love, visit Beautiful Mind Coffee, www.beautifulmindcoffee.ca.

Host Marina Fang is joined by SHE SAID screenwriter Rebecca Lenkiewicz to discuss the process of collaborating with Megan Twohey and Jodi Kantor, how screenwriting compares to the world of theater, creating a realistic depiction of journalism on screen, the importance of giving a voice to survivors, and more. Rebecca Lenkiewicz is a screenwriter and playwright. Her plays have been performed in London and internationally including at London's Royal National Theatre, and she has written numerous productions for BBC Radio. As a screenwriter, she is known for co-writing the 2013 drama IDA, the 2017 romance DISOBEDIENCE, and the 2018 biopic COLETTE, as well as for her work on TV series SECRET DIARY OF A CALL GIRL, THE EDDY, and SMALL AXE.   SHE SAID is based on the groundbreaking New York Times investigation by reporters Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey, and their editor Rebecca Corbit, as well as Jodi and Megan's book of the same name. The film follows Twohey and Kantor through the process of publishing the story that exposed sexual abuse allegations against Harvey Weinstein—and became a launching pad for the #MeToo movement, shattering decades of silence around the subject of sexual assault and harassment. The film premiered in September 2022 at the New York Film Festival, and will be released in theaters in the US on November 18, 2022. Marina Fang (she/her) is a senior culture reporter at HuffPost, based in New York. She primarily covers film and television, examining their intersection with politics, race and gender. She can be found on Twitter at @marinafang. --- Before it was a podcast, OnWriting was a print publication. Check out OnWriting: The Print Archives. Read shownotes, transcripts, and other member interviews: www.onwriting.org/ Follow the Guild on social media: Twitter: @OnWritingWGAE | @WGAEast Facebook: /WGAEast Instagram: @WGAEast

"the moment the modern English drama was born"

This week on the Resilience Unravelled podcast, Dr Russell Thackeray talks to Craig Archibald who is an acting coach in California who works with actors at all levels in their careers. He became involved in the theatre when he was 11 years old and progressed to a professional actor when he was 15. He worked at the Royal National Theatre in London and New York's Neighbourhood Playhouse studying the Stanislavski method of acting and then had a twenty-year acting career before realising he also had another set of skills, those of writing, producing and coaching. In his mid 40s he moved from Manhattan to Malibu and set up a west coast version of his New York coaching operation where over the last 12 -15 years he has worked with young artists to get their careers on the road as well as working with people higher in the industry. In this podcast: Craig explains why perfection is not needed - 95% is good enough How actors create roles and ‘live truthfully under imaginary circumstances' Why actors need resilience, integrity and authenticity.

Claire Van Kampen is an accomplished composer, arranger, playwright, screenwriter and director.She became the first female musical director with both the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal National Theatre. Claire has been the Director of Theatre Music at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre since 1997, where she has created both contemporary and period music for 30 of the Globe's productions. Claire joined us to talk about her extensive career composing for theatre and film. Hear Claire talk about infiltrating the man's world of classical composing and how she has continued to break down barriers throughout her career. Listen in as Claire speaks about learning to play the piano, how much she enjoys fitting music to picture, the joy of working in theatre, meeting her husband and working together at The National Theatre, London and then working together on further major theatrical shows in London and in the US. Share in Claire's memories of working in the studio, working at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre and so much more;, accompanied by music composed by Claire or that she loves. Claire is currently working on several new projects that include directing the film It Never Entered My Mind, writing a book on the music of the Globe theatre, directing a new approach to the classic ballet of Swan Lake and directing an opera, written by Farinelli's brother, which has not been performed since 1730! Stay tuned for the music sync session featuring artists who  submitted their music for sync opportunities running through The Sync Report. Music. Music is the difference between a good film and a great one. Songs included in this episode are... Sleep No more by Claire Van Kampen Fascinating Rhythm by George Gershwin  Violin Sonata Fourth movement by Cesar Franck Violin Concerto in Dm by J.S. Bach Thin Ice  by Claire Van Kampen Measure for Measure - Jig Boeing - Boeing by  Claire Van Kampen Sync Sessions Featuring:  Gotta Dance by Chrissy Roberts/Tyler Larson   Caldera by OG Mason Higher by Lisa Dunn & Coleen Stewart   Running In The Woods by David Kowal   2 Sense  Music presents The Sync Report, where you will meet industry experts and top level songwriters as we pull the curtain back on music placement and scores, build vital relationships and provide real opportunities to our listeners. Listen to indie filmmakers present their latest productions and describe specific scenes as they consider music submitted by our audience. Please tell your friends about us, and remember to rate, comment, & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts and across all platforms.  And find us at The Sync Report here TSR Website  Facebook  Instagram Twitter Youtube Linkedin Tik Tok  TSR PODCAST is.... Hosted By: COLIN O'DONOGHUE - ROSE GANGUZZA - JASON P ROTHBERG Featuring: MILFREDO SEVEN - KEVIN SHARPLEY - PAULA FLACK and WILLOW Produced By: JASON P ROTHBERG - KEVIN SHARPLEY - PAULA FLACK - ROBERT CAPPADONA Executive Producers: COLIN O'DONOGHUE - ROSE GANGUZZA - JASON P ROTHBERG - KEVIN SHARPLEY - GIANFRANCO BIANCHI - DEAN LYON Writers: JASON P ROTHBERG - KEVIN SHARPLEY - LISA DUNN - PAULA FLACK Editors: JASON P ROTHBERG - MILFREDO SEVEN - PAULA FLACK EDGAR “EDGE” CAMEY - ADAM MCNAMARA - MILES JAHNSEN Marketing Director: PAULA FLACK Music Supervisors: DAWN WISNER-JOHNSON - PHILL MASON Music Department: BETH WISNER-JAHNSEN Foley: PHILL MASON Research: LISA DUNN Art Director: GIANFRANCO BIANCHI Graphic Design: JODYLYNN TALEVI  College Programs: DR STACY MONTGOMERY Interns: SAOIRSE CONNOLLY-LANDON KEROUAC-ANGELA NICASTRO-HEATHER RAGNARS

Harrison Birtwistles ruppige Musik ist längst Teil des Kanons der Neuen Musik und wird von allen bedeutenden Orchestern der Welt gespielt. Als musikalischer Leiter hat er die Gründungsjahre des Royal National Theatre mitgeprägt und wurde dafür von der Queen in den Adelsstand erhoben. Nun ist der britische Komponist im Alter von 87 Jahren gestorben.

Sally Bourne's career began at the age of 12 when she was cast in the title role in the original Australian production of the musical Annie. A role that cast her alongside Hayes Gordon, Jill Perryman and Nancye Hayes. 40+ years on from that auspicious debut performance, Sally has worked in musicals, on T.V, in cabaret, concerts and as a comedian both in Australia and in London.Her destiny as a performer seems inevitable. Her mother was a dancer/choreographer and her father, the legendary Australian actor, singer and comedian, Ernie Bourne. Her parents met at the Palais Theatre St Kilda, in the musical The Desert Song. She wasn't born in a trunk but it was pretty close.Most recently, Sally was seen in the sixth instalment of her cabaret series with Susan-ann Walker; Subtle, playing to packed houses in Melbourne. She was also featured in the ensemble cast of the new musical work Mrs Prime Minister, composed by John Thorn and written & directed by Terence O'Connell. Before this new work Sally appeared at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival as a part of the improv team Spontaneous Broadway at Trades Hall.Her extensive theatre credits in Australia include; Brigadoon, Company, Moonshadow (Original Cast). The Boy From Oz, Nine, Damn Yankees, Once We Lived Here (Original Cast) & Shane Warne - The Musical (Original Cast).Television credits include Prisoner, I Can Jump Puddles, The Sullivans and Neighbours.Sally lived & worked in London from 1991 to 2004 appearing in My Fair Lady, Les Miserables, Jesus Christ Superstar, Hey Mr Producer, A - My Name is Alice, The John Wayne Principle & the world premier productions of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical; The Beautiful Game and Jerry Springer the Opera at the Royal National Theatre.During her time in London, Sally made her debut as a stand up comic with her comedy partner Lucinda Cowden & was a finalist in the ‘So You Think You're Funny' awards as well as appearing at the Edinburgh Festival with the comedy troupe The Hairstyles.She can also be seen in the Alan Parker movie; Evita playing Eva's maid.Sally is also one of Melbourne's busiest singing teachers & has been on staff at some of the U.K's & Melbourne's most prestigious theatre schools, as well as directing cabaret showcases at The Victorian College of the Arts & Patrick Studio's Australia.Sally is great fun. Armed with an abundance of anecdotes, she is the perfect guest. She is also a source of tremendous knowledge, informed by her celebrated longevity in a career that is often precarious, but never dull.The STAGES podcast is available to access and subscribe from Whooshkaa, Spotify and Apple podcasts. Or from wherever you access your favourite podcasts. A conversation with creatives about craft and career. Recipient of Best New Podcast at 2019 Australian Podcast Awards. Follow socials on instagram (stagespodcast) and facebook (Stages).www.stagespodcast.com.au

Oliver Robert Ford Davies (born 12 August 1939) is an English actor and writer, best known for his extensive theatre work, and to a broader audience for his role as Sio Bibble in Star Wars Episodes I to III. He is also known for his role as Maester Cressen in HBO series Game of Thrones.In 1959, as a member of the Oxford University Experimental Theatre Club, he appeared in his first Stratford performance in the Memorial Theatre's open-air production of Bartholomew Fair. His first professional appearances were, at the age of 27, in the 1967 season at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre.[5] Short Seasons at the Mermaid, London, the Oxford Playhouse and the Cambridge Arts Theatre followed. His long and prolific association with the Royal Shakespeare Company started in 1975, when director Terry Hands cast him as Mountjoy in Henry V. He is an Honorary Associate Artist of the company. From 1990 until 2019 He appeared more frequently at the National Theatre, London, until at the age of 80 he lent his "sublime presence" to the part of the appraising button moulder in Henryk Ibsen's Peter Gynt at the Olivier Theatre.On television, Davies had a regular role as Peter Foxcott QC in Kavanagh QC and was schoolmaster Le Bas in the serialization of A Dance to the Music of Time (1997). He also appeared with John Thaw in an episode of Inspector Morse and also appeared in the ITV television drama The Uninvited, and in a 2002 episode of the popular drama Foyle's War.On film, his most prominent role was probably Sio Bibble in the Star Wars "prequel trilogy" films, released in 1999, 2002 and 2005. In 2003, Davies appeared in the film Johnny English, where he portrayed the Archbishop of Canterbury.He appeared on stage as Polonius in Hamlet with the Royal Shakespeare Company, alongside David Tennant and Patrick Stewart, and in 2009 appeared in All's Well That Ends Well at the Royal National Theatre as the King of France. In 2010, he appeared as Balfour in the premiere of Ben Brown's play The Promise, about the Balfour Declaration.In 2011, he appeared in a stage adaptation of Michelle Magorian's book Goodnight Mister Tom, in which he played the central character, Thomas Oakley. He was back with the Royal Shakespeare Company in 2014 as Justice Shallow in Henry IV, Part 2. Davies again appeared with David Tennant in Richard II in 2013. In February 2019 Davies discussed his career in the BBC Radio Three series Private Passions.Support the show (https://www.interactstrokesupport.org)

Melanie Richards holds a range of board roles. She is a Non-executive Director of Morgan Stanley International, a member of the boards of the Royal National Theatre and The Invictus Games Foundation and Chair of The Eve Appeal (which funds research and raises awareness of the five gynae cancers). She sits on the advisory boards for both the Centre on AI Technology for Humankind at the National University of Singapore Business School and the UK Government's National Leadership Centre (supporting cross sector leadership and collaboration). With large-scale general management, board and advisory experience, Melanie was until September 2020 the Deputy Chair of KPMG UK, with a period as Acting Chair during the pandemic. Melanie was heavily involved in its continuing transformation in areas such as risk, culture, diversity and inclusion, reputation and ESG. Melanie was awarded a CBE for her contribution to business and to the diversity and inclusion agenda in 2019. She is a founding member of the 30% Club Steering Committee, sat on the Steering Group of the Hampton Alexander Review and won the Outstanding Contribution to Social Mobility Award in 2018. She is an Honorary Member of the ICAEW and has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Business and Administration from Oxford Brookes University. Melanie's Top Tip: “Calibrate don't catastrophise” - keep things in perspective and avoid extrapolating to the extreme (and often unlikely) scenarios. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Herself.On this episode we are joined by Phyllida Lloyd. Phyllida Lloyd, CBE is an English film director and producer, best known for Mamma Mia! and The Iron Lady. Her theatre work includes directing productions at the Royal Court Theatre and Royal National Theatre, and opera director for Opera North and the Royal Opera House Covent Garden.Please support the Mark and Me Podcast via Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/Markandme or you can buy me a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/markandme or you can even treat yourself to a sticker over at my store here: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/MarkandMeStore

While we prepare to bring you an exciting season 2, we will continue to provide entertaining bonus content – from interviews to spotlights on some other great indie podcasts out there. Today we are shining a spotlight on I Love Lucifer star Adam Levy. Adam's unique talents have brought to life the characters of both The Narrator and Tanya's father, Nigel Thompson, He trained at RADA the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, and is a member of the Royal National Theatre and the RSC - The Royal Shakespeare Company, You've seen Adam in such films as Ridley Scott's "Gladiator", "Before I Go To Sleep" with Nicole Kidman, among others and most recently as the druid Mousesack in Netflix's "The Witcher" and he just finished filming the second season of HBO's "Industry". We had a great chat with Adam where he reflects on doing a podcast in general, doing a podcast during covid, the character of Nigel, including some of the similarities and the challenges. He also gives advice on navigating one's career as an actor in this new digital industry. You will hear some of Adam's favorite clips from the show and what went in to making those magical moments! If you like what you hear don't forget to Rate, Review and Subscribe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chai with Rai (Ep.16)- In conversation with Raymond Chai where we sat and discussed his tremendous résumé- from working with Royal Shakespeare Company to Royal National Theatre, National Ballet and Rambert Dance. Working also with legends such as Matthew Bourne, Richard Alston and Akram Khan to name a few. I also was intrigued to find out the technicalities of what it means to be a Ballet Master. We also talked about Raymond's acting career from Cats to King and I. His choreographic and teaching works.  We also dove deep into the classical Ballet world, the politics of it and how the word diversity is thrown around but yet the art form still has a long way to progress in it's approach.  To watch the video: https://youtu.be/7WzhrB3r0Yw  Social: Myself: https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithrai_/   Guest: https://www.instagram.com/raymondochai/ Links: Myself: https://linktr.ee/raimuitfum Guest: https://raychai.wordpress.com  Hope you all enjoyed it and Thank you for tuning in. To Subscribe and share follow my page and everything above.

Paradox House presents… Episode 9 of Scripted hosted by Daisy Lewis. Episode 9 is here and Daisy sat down with the unstoppable Clint Dyer to chat all things theatre, process and how positive representation at the National Theatre can pave the way for a brighter, more inclusive industry. We also are joined by the brilliant Rachel De-Lahay. It's not double trouble this week, listeners. It's double value and we can't wait for you to tune in. Clint Dyer is the Deputy Artistic Director of The Royal National Theatre. Clint is one of only a very small number of people, and the only Black British artist, to have worked at the National Theatre as an actor, writer and director on full-scale productions. His breadth of experience and creative work will be invaluable as the NT adapts following the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, and focus on the future. Clint continues to act, write and direct his own work away from the National Theatre. His most recent project saw him directing Get Up, Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical which opened at the Lyric Theatre in the West End this year. Additionally, he reopened the National Theatre with Death of England: Delroy, which he directed and co-wrote with Roy Williams. Directing credits include: The Big Life (Theatre Royal Stratford East/Apollo, West end), The Westbridge (Royal Court), Kingston 14 (Theatre Royal Stratford East). Writing & Directing credits include: Death of England (National Theatre), Sylvia Plath (Royal Court), The Happy Tragedy of Being Woke (Complicité) – co-directed with Simon McBurney. Writing credits include: The Big Idea – The New Order (Royal Court), Starter Motor – part of Soon Gone Windrush Monologues (BBC), Redacted – The Lock Down Plays Podcast, 846 – Stratford East, My White Best friend/3.3 - Royal Court Theatre. Acting credits include: For Stage – Clint has worked with the likes of Mike Leigh, Simon McBurney, Dominic Cooke, Michael Attenborough, Ian Brown, Mike Bradwell, Madani Younis, Gbolahan Obisesan, Dawn Walton and Philip Hedley. He starred in the Oliver Award-winning Ma Rainey's Black Bottom (National Theatre). For Film – Mine, Sus, The Trail, Cherps, Mr Inbetween, Everybody Love Sunshine, Love Me Still, Act of Vengeance, The Club, Montana, Unknown, Sahara, Agora, Mr Bean 2 and Shopping. Awards include: Best Actor – I.A.R Awards (for Ma Rainey's Black Bottom), British Urban Film Awards, Screen Nation Film and Television Awards, Liege International Film Festival and The Texas Black Film Festival (for SUS). Rachel De-Lahay is an award winning playwright and screenwriter. Rachel's debut THE WESTBRIDGE premiered at the Royal Court in 2011 and went on to win the 2012 Writers Guild Award for Best Play as well as the 2011 Alfred Fagon Award. Rachel followed this up with ROUTES, which opened Vicky Featherstone's first season at the Royal Court in 2013. The play went on to earn Rachel the Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright at the Evening Standard Awards 2013. Rachel's third full-length play CIRLCES debuted at Birmingham Rep and transferred to the Tricycle Theatre. In 2015, the Bush commissioned Rachel to write a monologue for Black Lives, Black Words. The monologue became MY WHITE BEST FRIEND, which became the template for Rachel to collaborate with and commission a number of established and emerging voices in theatre under the Bunker and the Royal Court. In television, Rachel has collaborated with Jack Thorne on Channel 4's KIRI and Netflix's THE EDDY. She has written on episodes of THE FEED and NOUGHTS AND CROSSES, as well as developing and adapting material of her own with various production companies in the UK and the US. Enjoy!

Welcome to Episode 4 of Scripted by Paradox House... This week we spend some quality time with award-winning writer, Rebecca Lenkiewicz. Listen in as Daisy goes deeper into the process of writing for film, tv and theatre where golden knowledge lies. You're in for a treat. Rebecca Lenkiewicz is a British playwright and screenwriter. She is best known as the author of Her Naked Skin (2008), which was the first original play written by a living female playwright to be performed on the Olivier stage of the Royal National Theatre. Several of Rebecca's plays have been published individually, and in 2013 Faber & Faber published a collection. Rebecca wrote on Secret Diary of a Call Girl for television. She co-wrote the Polish-language film Ida (2013) with Paweł Pawlikowski, its director. The film is set in Poland in the 1960s and is the story of what happens when a novitiate nun first learns that she is an orphan of Jewish parenthood. The first version of the screenplay was written in English by Lenkiewicz and Pawlikowski, when it had the working title Sister of Mercy. Pawlikowski then translated the screenplay into Polish and revised it. The screenplay for Ida won the European Screenwriter category at the 27th European Film Awards in 2014,[29] and the Oscar for Best Foreign Film at the ceremony on 22 February 2015. She co-wrote, with director Sebastian Leilo, the script for the adaptation of Disobedience in 2017. She and collaborators Wash Westmoreland and Richard Glatzer wrote the screenplay for Colette in 2018. More recently for TV, Rebecca was the lead writer for Steve McQueen's hard-hitting series, Small Axe (2020), which is based on the real-life experiences of London's West Indian community and is set between 1969 and 1982. Enjoy!

Actor Rudi Dharmalingam showed a creative spark from a young age. From writing short stories and sketches with his two best friends while growing up, to attending the National Youth Theatre in the U.K. at the age of 16, Rudi excelled in his drama studies and had a fascination with performance. After graduating from the University of Salford, Rudi was ready to hit the ground running. He had his sights set on working as a professional actor in theater and had secured an agent during his first year at university. Today, Rudi shares the experience of being dropped by his agent after a terrifying accident on the way to his first audition and how he was able to push through the years of auditioning that followed. After booking an understudy role in the Royal National Theatre's London stage production of "The History Boys," Rudi began to see some momentum in his career. Since then, Rudi experienced a 15 year back-to-back run of theater productions including a West End run of "Mary Stuart," and a co-star role in "Hamlet" opposite Benedict Cumberbatch at the Barbican Theatre. After deciding that he was ready for a new adventure on the big screen, Rudi has now gracefully pivoted into the world of film and television with the premiere of Showtime's newest drama series, "Wakefield." Starring as psych ward nurse Nik Katira, this psychological drama explores the complexities of mental health when Nik himself begins to lose connection to his own reality. Rudi will also be returning in season 3 of "The Split," and can be seen in the upcoming 2022 release of the action-thriller series, "Extinction." Today, Rudi shares that what he loves most about acting is the intimacy. He dives into how that intimacy manifests itself differently in theater versus on screen, and he shares the ways in which he approaches character building from a place of instinct. Inspired by artistic legends such as Robert De Niro, Daniel Day-Lewis, and following the teaching principles of Stanislavski, Rudi encourages all actors to think of a self-tape as a short film and to go above and beyond the line of duty when it comes to an audition. These are the unforgettable stories that landed Rudi Dharmalingam right here. Guest links: IMDB: Rudi Dharmalingam BARNES & NOBLE: An Actor Prepares / Edition 1 For exclusive content surrounding this and all podcast episodes, sign up for our amazing newsletter at AlyshiaOchse.com. And don't forget to snap and post a photo while listening to the show and tag me (@alyshiaochse)! Show Links: CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES: Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher Credits: WRITER: Erin McCluskey SOUND DESIGN: Zachary Jameson WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Bebe Katsenes

Phyllida Lloyd, is an English theatre and film director and producer, best known for Mamma Mia! (2008) and The Iron Lady (2011). Her theatre work includes directing productions at the Royal Court Theatre and Royal National Theatre, and opera director for Opera North and the Royal Opera House Covent Garden. As this episode goes out Phyllida's third theatrically released film, Herself, will be available in cinemas across the UK.The music for the podcast is Twiggy's version of "Waterloo Sunset" by the Kinks and can be found on Apple Music at this link https://music.apple.com/gb/album/romantically-yours/693460953If you've enjoyed listening to “Tea With Twiggy” please give take a moment to give us a lovely 5 STAR rating on Apple Podcasts. It really helps other people to find the show. If you haven't done so already please subscribe to this podcast so you auto-magically get the next episodes for free and do tell all your friends and family about it too. If you want to connect with me I'd love to hear from you.You can find me on Twitter @TwiggyOr you can find me on Instagram @TwiggyLawsonMy thanks go to all the people that have helped this podcast happen:● Thanks to all the team at Stripped Media including Ben Williams, who edits the show, my producer Kobi Omenaka and Executive Producers Tom Whalley and Dave CorkeryIf you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"What's On?" If we're talking British imports, then we gotta talk about the West End's ultimate incubator for Broadway transfers: The Royal National Theatre!! Specifically, 4 BIG, IMPORTANT, SEXY PLAYS from the National. Breakdown Regular Ali Gordon (@msalicenutting) helps Matt tackle the the first National play to come Broadway (ROSENCRANTZ & GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD), the first to become a sensation (EQUUS), one of the many unjustly overshadowed(THE PILLOWMAN), and the epic spectacle that made the Tonys question themselves (WAR HORSE). The two also discuss the importance of nonprofit theatre, casting celebrities to do Stoppard, and the Real Housewives. HEADS!

Dan Slevin suggests four options for at home lockdown viewing. He reviews the music documentary Count Me In which is on Netflix; Frankenstein starring Benedict Cumberbatch, from the Royal National Theatre's "at home" showcase of their recent theatre productions; Steven Soderbergh's Let Them All Talk, which stars Meryl Streep as an author taking her oldest friends on a trip across the Atlantic; and the classic Baseball magic realism film Field of Dreams starring Kevin Costner.

Melanie Richards is a Non-executive Director of Morgan Stanley International, on the board of the Royal National Theatre and Chair of The Eve Appeal. Melanie was until September 2020 the Deputy Chair of KPMG UK. Melanie was awarded a CBE for her contribution to business and to the diversity and inclusion agenda in 2019. She is a founding member of the 30% Club Steering Committee, sat on the Steering Group of the Hampton Alexander Review and won the Outstanding Contribution to Social Mobility Award in 2018.

Our Guest today is UK based actor Gary Oliver. https://garyoliveractor.com/ Gary began his career in the Theatre most notably seasons at the Royal National Theatre and Royal Shakespeare Company He's worked with many great directors including Rufus Norris, Sir Trevor Nunn and David Farr. highlights include Festen at the Almeida and playing Marc Anthony for the RSC, and Julius Caesar in Stratford, America, and London. Since 2012 he's worked solely in tv and film with Game of thrones and the Netflix series - Young Wallander among his many credits Gary talked about the light and shade that creates a character and although he shows both in his performances for our discussion, we focused on a few of his darker qualities.

Haunting, magical, mystical, Faith Healer tells the story of Francis Hardy, an Irish travelling faith healer, his wife Grace, and his Cockney manager Teddy. This play was voted as one of the 100 most significant plays of the 20th century in a poll conducted by Royal National Theatre and has been named by The Independent as one of the "40 best plays of all time." This Cygnet Radio Hour production stars Bruce Burkhartsmeier as Frank, Artists Rep company member Vana O'Brien as Grace, and Keith Scales as Teddy. Bruce and Vana were recorded live in the studio. Keith was recorded virtually from Arkansas.

Sally Ann Triplett is a British singer and actress and is one of only four singers to have sung for the United Kingdom in the Eurovision Song Contest twice, first in 1980 as the lead female vocals of the six-piece band Prima Donna and then two years later as part of a double act Bardo.Her first West End appearance was in The Best Little Whorehouse In Texas at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. Subsequent West End productions include Margie and Young Phylis in Follies at the Shaftesbury, Chess at the Prince Edward Theatre, Rizzo in Grease at the Dominion Theatre and Ruby Keeler opposite Brian Conley in Jolson at the Victoria Palace Theatre and then Toronto, as Grizabella in Cats at the New London Theatre, Mrs Big in The Villain's Opera at the Royal National Theatre and, more recently, as Reno Sweeney in Anything Goes at the Royal National Theatre and the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, directed by Trevor Nunn, as Roxie Hart in Chicago at the Adelphi Theatre, as Miss Berta in Acorn Antiques - The Musical at the Theatre Royal, Haymarket and as Miss Adelaide in Guys & Dolls at the Picadilly Theatre. Sally Ann also appeared in the world premiere of Take Flight at The Menier Chocolate Factory, playing Amelia Earhart. Other stage appearances include Jubilee at Her Majesty's, a Judy Garland tribute concert at the London Palladium, Jill Kemp in Mister Cinders at the King's Head, Lady Evelyn in the workshop premiere of a new Stiles and Drewe musical Tutankhamun at Imagination, Lucy in Snoopy at the Watermill Newbury, Nancy in Oliver! at the Haymarket Theatre, Leicester and Rebecca Hershkowitz in Rags at the Bridewell Theatre. Sally Ann starred in Phil Wilmott's production of Much Ado About Nothing at the Liverpool Empire. Shakespeare's classic battle of the sexes had been transported to wartime London, where Sal played the feisty Beatrice (played by Emma Thompson in Kenneth Branagh's movie adaptation), she also appeared in the review Make Me A Song, based on the works of William Finn and as Marge in Absent Friends at the Watford Theatre. More recently Sal has appeared as Donna in Mamma Mia! at the Prince Edward Theatre, as Maria Merelli in Lend Me A Tenor at The Theatre Royal, Plymouth and Mistress Page in Shakespeare's Merry Wives of Windsor at Stafford Castle. Sal has played Diana in the Drama Centre Theatre's production of Next To Normal in Singapore and, between 2012 and 2015, Sal has created the roles of Lauren in Viva Forever at the Picadilly Theatre, Judy/Liza in My Judy Garland Life at the Nottingham Playhouse, Peggy White in The Last Ship at The Bank of America Theatre, Chicago (later transferring to The Neil Simon Theatre, New York) and Billie Dore in the 2015 Chichester Festival Theatre production of A Damsel In Distress.On television Sally Ann appeared in the award-winning short film The Fishing Trip and played one of the leading roles in Magic, a six-part drama series set in Hamburg. Her recent TV appearances include Doctors, Down to Earth and EastEnders, all for the BBC. For more information see www.sallyanntriplett-official.com

Today, you'll hear from a guest with tremendous presence (and a matching tremendous voice!). We all know stories are important, but what's the best way of eliciting those stories from our workshop participants?  My guest today is David Pullan, co-founder of The Story Spotters. In this conversation, David shares pragmatic details on questions and x-factor activities we can use in our next workshop, using the Story Spotter framework. He also shares a reassuring phrase we can use as facilitators, to help us relax a little bit (I'm looking at myself here!!). David is a fine example of someone who is excellent at building relationships, and he also shares his ideas on how facilitators make THE best facilitators. I never thought of it that way! David Pullan  is the founder of The Story Spotters where he helps leaders and teams use the power of story to build powerful connections one conversation at a time. We dive into the 4 elements of story spotting in this show. He has extensive experience in helping clients sharpen their spoken communications. He specialises in business development communication and key internal presentations, helping clients to unlock the complexity of messages that need to stick with their target audiences. David has been coaching senior leaders since 2005. Working in some of the world's top organisations and SMEs, he helps clients adapt their communications for different settings from Board and Executive committee sessions, to town hall meetings and video conferences.  David was a professional actor for 20 years with the Royal Shakespeare Company, Royal National Theatre, BBC and Paramount Pictures. He continues to work both as a broadcast voice-over artist and conference host, both of which keep his own communications skills at the sharp end. In this episode you will learn: The stories that you need to spot, shape and share stories: Listen to David share his valuable story-spotting framework How to make your workshops the best experience for all involved Some refreshing advice for first time facilitators How to connect people's ideas to concepts and key messages How to extend the life of your voice, using the UFO technique What keeps David motivated as a business owner Resources mentioned in this episode: Join The Flipchart Facebook Group Click here for show notes Connect with David Pullan on LinkedIn Shhh... I'm releasing 5 secret podcast episodes over 5 days to help you book out your facilitation business, BUT you need to register to get access.Head on over to bookedoutfacilitator.comSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/leannehughes)

Career Retrospective with Hayley Atwell on May 22, 2018. Moderated by Jenelle Riley, Variety. Hayley’s impressive body of work has established her as one of the finest actresses of her generation. Hayley can be seen starring in HOWARD'S END. Written by Manchester By the Sea’s Oscar nominated director, Kenneth Lonergan, Hayley plays the lead role, alongside Matthew Macfadyen in the adaptation of E.M. Forster’s classic novel. Through the prism of three families: the intellectual and idealistic Schlegels, the wealthy Wilcoxes from the world of business, and the working class Basts, this period drama tracks the changing landscape of social and class divisions in turn of the century England. The series was recently launched in the US to much acclaim. Earlier this year, Hayley performed at the Hampstead Theatre in Sarah Burgess’s DRY POWDER. Directed by Anna Ledwich, Hayley took the lead role alongside Tom Riley and Aidan McArdle in the comedy which explored the PR world of New York. Later this year, Hayley will be seen starring alongside Ewan McGregor in Disney’s CHRISTOPHER ROBIN. Directed by Marc Forster, the film takes a fresh interpretation on A.A. Milne’s classic children’s story ‘Winnie-the-Pooh’ and is set to be released this August 3, 2018. Having trained in classical theatre at the Guildhall school of Music and Drama, upon graduation Hayley starred alongside David Oyelowo in PROMETHEUS BOUND in the West End. She went on to join the Royal Shakespeare Company and had lead roles at the Royal National Theatre in THE MAN OF MODE and MAJOR BARBARA. She has been nominated for two Olivier awards for her performances in A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE at The Duke of York's and in THE PRIDE at Trafalgar Studios. Hayley made her TV debut in the adaptation of Booker Prize winner THE LINE OF BEAUTY which lead to starring roles in several dramas including PILLARS OF EARTH, for which she received a Golden Globe nomination and in Charlie Brooker's BAFTA winning BLACK MIRROR series and has also starred in two William Boyd adaptations, ANY HUMAN HEART and RESTLESS. She also played Agent Peggy Carter in the Marvel movie franchise and in two seasons of eponymous series AGENT CARTER in the US. Hayley's film debut was in CASSANDRA’S DREAM which lead to leading film roles in BRIDESHEAD REVISITED with Emma Thompson, THE DUCHESS with Ralph Fiennes, JIMI: ALL IS BY MY SIDE and Kenneth Branagh's CINDERELLA.

Sarah Ingram is a London-based actress whose musical theatre credits include Miss Jane in Floyd Collins (Wilton's Music Hall), Paulette in Legally Blonde (South Korea for The Curve) Grand High Witch in The Witches (The Curve and Tour) Medium / Aunt in See What I Wanna See (Jermyn Street Theatre), Mrs Lovett in Sweeney Todd (Twickenham Theatre), Stella in Follies (Opera de Toulon), Josie in Taboo (Brixton Club House), Mrs Van Daan in The Diary of Anne Frank (York Theatre Royal and Tour), Miss Hannigan in Annie (West Yorkshire Playhouse), Road Show (Menier Chocolate Factory), Hannah Owens in Flashdance (Shaftesbury Theatre, West End), Miss Adelaide in Guys & Dolls (Kilworth House Theatre, Leicester), Mrs Blair in Inherit The Wind (Old Vic Theatre), Ursula in Much Ado About Nothing (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), Sarah/Naomi in Imagine This (New London Theatre & Plymouth Theatre Royal), Mrs Pearce in My Fair Lady (Singapore/Kuala Lumpa), Lina Lamont in Singing in the Rain (Hereford Court Yard), Marge McDougal in Promises Promises (Sheffield Crucible), Mrs O'Brian in Showboat (Royal Albert Hall), Felicia in Murderous Instincts (Savoy Theatre), Dinah Murphy in South Pacific (Royal National Theatre), Sonia Walsk in Neil Simons' They're Playing Our Song (The English Theatre of Frankfurt), Therese Talien in the original West End production of Napoleon (Shaftesbury Theatre), Mrs Cratchitt in A Christmas Carol (Derby Playhouse), Maddie in Women Laughing (Not The National Theatre Tour), Sarah's own one woman show Portrait of a Lady (New End Theatre, Hampstead), The Dressmaker in Spin (Royal National Theatre Studio), Sylvie in Oklahoma! (Royal National Theatre and Lyceum Theatre), Anya in A Brief Affair (The Bridewell Theatre), Catherine in Martin Guerre (Prince Edward Theatre), Mona in Chicago (Leicester Haymarket), Maggie in Yakety Yak, and Rosie in Cabaret (The Sheffield Crucible). National tours include Scrooge with Anthony Newley, Minnie Faye in Hello Dolly with Dora Bryan, Alternate Laurey in Oklahoma! and Anytime Annie in 42nd Street.  Film and television credits include: Daphne in Open Air, Come Home Ginger for Mentorn Films, Sylvie in the film of the Royal National Theatre's production of Oklahoma! and Sarah/Naomi in PBS's production of Imagine This.

“All your nerve endings have to be alive to life .. you have to be prepared to plumb your own history and experiences that are often difficult. It's just what it takes. The gold is about very raw authentic feelings, that's the key to writing interestingly.. only then will the audience come on the ride with you.” Renowned playwright novelist and screenwriter Joanna Murray Smith is described as the foremost “Australian playwright” with half of all Australian plays performed overseas being written by her.Her plays including Honour, Rapture Bombshells, Nightfall Redemption, Love Child and Songs For Nobodies have been performed around the world in the US, the UK, Asia on Broadway the West End and at the Royal National Theatre in London.Yet her greatest fear is that she will disappoint.“I'm always terrified I will let down the actors, audiences or theatre company .. that's my nightmare”Many of her plays feature flawed, fiesty, fragile and ferocious women who cry, fly, fight even sing their way through life's challenges. Her play “Honour” was modelled on so many wise dignified women. She knew beautiful mothers and wives who were left by their husbands and found themselves alone at 60 .. it explores their strength and also how much they'd been complicit in their own invisibility.Her next play “Berlin” hopefully released soon at the MTC is her first play that explores Jewish themes. “It explores crazy infatuation of youth  and forbidden love."While researching she went to Auchwitz on her own to digest and process the horror of history and it was life changing. Always a pleasure to speak to this vivacious, articulate and engaging writer- So grab a tea, or a G & T and let's get intimate DebCREDITS:Executive Producer & host: Deborah Blashki-Marks (mindfilmandpublishing.com.au) Podcast Audio Producer:Sophie Jackson (Soundstreet.com.au) Artwork:Sam Moses (www.samanthamoses.com)Original music:Jonah OrbachVoice Recording:Matia Marks Design:Rachel Mcarthy (rachelmccarthy@live.com.au)

Mike Alfreds is a theatre director, adapter, translator and teacher. He talks about the role of the subconscious, the essence of good storytelling, what it means to be really ‘alive’ in a performance, what we can learn from film/ theatre ‘stars’, the danger of overconfidence, the importance of always being 100% ‘ready’ to work , the significance of curiosity and playfulness, the power of looking at a scene/ situation through someone else’s eyes, the difference between ‘making’ things happen and ‘allowing’ things to happen and so much more.Mike founded and was artistic director of ‘Shared Experience’, directed for the Royal National Theatre, Shakespeare’s Globe and the Royal Shakespeare Company. He worked on over 200 productions all over the world. Mike is also known for his special method of instructing actors, inspired by the principles of Konstantin Stanislavski and Rudolf Laban, with emphasis on physical activities, spontaneity and interaction with others. He has written two books ‘Different Every Night’ which describes his approach to theatre and his rehearsal process when working on plays and ‘Then What Happens?’ which describes his techniques when working on adaptations and storytelling. His system of working and his thoughts on the making of theatre have been said to be as crucial and illuminating as Stanislavsky’s and Peter Brook’s.Mark Rylance said about Mike: 'If I was allowed to train again to be an actor, but I was only allowed one teacher, it would have to be Mike Alfreds. To me he is a genius when it comes to acting and storytelling.' Instagram: @michaeldgolabTwitter: @michaeldgolabFacebook: @michaelgolabactor

My guest is the composer and lyricist, Darren Clark.Since beginning his professional career in 2012, Darren has been commissioned to write music and lyrics for several national touring shows and his work has been heard in productions by the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal National Theatre.I talked to Darren about his wonderful new musical, called The Wicker Husband.The show was the winner of the inaugural Musical Theatre International Stiles & Drewe Mentorship Award - and a finalist in the Kevin Spacey Artist of Choice Award 2016. And it had only just started a run at the Watermill Theatre, before sadly the Coronavirus pandemic ended it.We chatted about:How he started his career working for a Libyan oil company!Why he wrote The Wicker Husband - and the inspiration behind it.The challenge of writing songs for a life-sized wicker puppet.Casting the role of "The Ugly Girl" - and upsetting some agents in the process!One of the greatest mistakes songwriters can make.The wonder of discovering things you never expected as you write a musical.Music credit:The Wicker Man - a musical by Darren Clark and Rhys Jennings .Songs:Have You Seen My Husband, performed by Alex YoungMy Wicker Man, performed by Alex YoungThe Sparrows TaleThe Wicker MaidHeart of the WeaveWill Ye Lend Me a Suit?Symbols & Numbers - song from the musical Turing written by Darren Clark & Rhys Jennings, performed by Tyrone HuntleyDarren's website: darrenclarkmusic.co.uk

Richard Dempsey first burst on to the UK's television screens at the age of 14, when he played Peter Pevensie in the iconic 1988 BBC adaptation of "The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe".And the icons kept coming as he was the original Jack in the UK production of Stephen Sondheim's "Into the Woods" and Ugly, the lead in Stiles and Drewe's Olivier Award-winning original production of their hit "Honk!".Since then he has appeared with almost every major theatre company in the UK and in a slew of beloved TV series and films, including last year's much-awarded Sam Mendes production "1917".He discusses his incredible career, his optimistic outlook on life and what it's been like pioneering socially distanced musical workshops during The Great Bizarreness of 2020, with Dark Unicorn's Artistic Director Paddy Cooper.Follow Dark Unicorn Productions here and on all good podcast providers for the latest content, and also follow us on:YouTube: http://tiny.cc/DUTubeTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/DarkUnicornUKInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/darkunicorntheatreFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/darkunicorntheatreTo support the work of Dark Unicorn Productions, visit http://www.darkunicorn.org/support-usCREDITS: Written, Presented and Edited by Paddy CooperTitle Sequence: Matt McGurk (http://www.matthewmcgurk.com)Title Music: Curtis Batson (http://www.curtbmusic.com)Special thanks to: The estate of James Lipton, BBC, Stephen Sondheim, George Stiles, Anthony Drewe, Dan Jackson, Laura Melhuish, The Royal National Theatre.Executive Producer: Eleanor Stourton See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Annabelle Dowler reads ‘The Steve Scenario' by Lucy Tertia George: Actor Annabelle Dowler has worked at The Royal National Theatre, Liverpool Everyman, Liverpool Playhouse and the Creation Theatre in Oxford. Annabelle appeared as Catherine of Aragon in the Channel 4 adaptation of The Six Wives of Henry VIII and plays Kirsty Miller in BBC's The Archers. About MINILOGUES: Like an overheard snippet of a conversation that leaves you filling in the blanks, or a chat between friends where all superfluous detail has been removed, these miniature monologues aim to introduce a character in as precise a way as possible – exactly 100 words. 10 actors perform 10 monologues by Lucy Tertia George for Minilogues, an experiment in short attention span radio theatre.

Our ninth episode sees Sarah getting to chat again to one of her favourite interviewees ever - the award-winning and much beloved playwright, Winsome Pinnock. Often referred to as "the godmother of black British playwrights", she was the first black British female to have a play produced by the Royal National Theatre. You might have heard her recent play Rockets And Blue Lights as part of BBC Radio 3's Lockdown Theatre, but did you know that it all started with a childhood slapstick double act prancing around in school? Nope, us neither. Definitely one of our most inspiring guests to date, we discuss in depth the nuances in conversation on black identity and British identity, and the obvious overlap therein, and of course Becky and Sarah catch up on their week's antics with an unsurprising focus on the outrageously extraordinary I May Destroy You. Oh and they play "Guess What's In The Bin Bag". Because what else would they be doing. Links:James Fenton - I’m In Paris With You - https://www.poemhunter.com/poem/in-paris-with-you/Philip Larkin - This Be The Verse - https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/48419/this-be-the-verseAdrian Mitchell - This Be The Worst - https://learn1.open.ac.uk/mod/oublog/viewpost.php?post=75755I May Destroy You - https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m000jyxy/i-may-destroy-youMichaela Coel - The James MacTaggart Memorial Lecture - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odusP8gmqsgRockets and Blue Lights - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000k1kjRockets and Blue Lights review - https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2020/jun/13/rockets-and-blue-lights-review-bbcPeer Gynt - https://www.britannica.com/topic/Peer-Gynt-play-by-IbsenJMW Turner - Slave Ship (Slavers Throwing Overboard the Dead and Dying, Typhoon Coming On) - https://collections.mfa.org/objects/31102The Mimic Men essay - https://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in/bitstream/10603/128519/10/07_chapter%203.pdfBliss by Katherine Mansfield - http://www.katherinemansfieldsociety.org/assets/KM-Stories/BLISS1918.pdfAs always, we'd love to hear from you! Get in touch via email at calmdowndearpodcast@gmail.com, or by following us on Twitter and Facebook @calmdowndearpod, and Instagram @calmdowndearpodcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's show, Jamie and Rob launch a special three part mini-series looking at some of the biggest Broadway musical hits of all time, beginning with 1943's landmark “Oklahoma!” and continuing through today's juggernaut “Hamilton”. Part One focuses on the biggest hits of Broadway's golden age. This week's music: “Guns & Ships”, “Yorktown”, “It's Quiet Uptown”, from “Hamilton”, “Kansas City”, from Royal National Theatre's “Oklahoma!”, and “Out Of My Dreams” from “Oklahoma”, “Overture” and “I Could Have Danced All Night” from “My Fair Lady”, “Put On Your Sunday Clothes”, “Before The Parade Passes By” from “Hello, Dolly!” (Channing), “Hello, Dolly!” by Louis Armstrong, “Before The Parade Passes By” from “Hello, Dolly!” (Martin), “Before The Parade Passes By” from “Hello, Dolly!” (Midler), “Tradition”, “Fiddler on the Roof”, “Traditsye”, from “Fiddler on the Roof - 2018 Cast, in Yiddish”, “The Man of La Mancha” by Linda Eder, “Dulcinea” and “The Impossible Dream” from “The Man of La Mancha: New Cast Recording, 2002”, “Helpless” from “Hamilton”. Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @fabulousinvalid Facebook: www.facebook.com/fabulousinvalid Rob's reviews: www.stageleft.nyc Email us at: info@fabulousinvalid.com    Jamie Du Mont Twitter: @jamiedumont  Instagram: @troutinnyc  Rob Russo Twitter/Instagram: @StageLeft_NYC  Jennifer Simard Twitter: @SimardJennifer  Instagram: @thejennifersimard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THE COAT CUPBOARD COLLECTIVE presents AT THE FIRST STROKE, STEPHEN CRITCHLOW's uplifting and often hilarious account of his extraordinary recovery from a serious stroke earlier this year while in rehearsals for ALONE IN BERLIN at the Royal and Derngate in Northampton. With contributions from RACHEL ATKINS, DAVID HOLT, CHRIS PAVLO and DAVID SARGENT. Especial thanks to NAXOS for its generous licensing of the CRUSH COLLISION MARCH by SCOTT JOPLIN. A WORD FROM STEPHEN In January of this year, I had a stroke and spent time at Northampton General Hospital and University Hospital Lewisham. While in hospital, I experienced first-hand the hard work and pressure facing NHS workers. When I was back home, a writer friend of mine came to visit me. He suggested I write an account of my time in hospital. This could have a therapeutic effect, he told me, and it has. I also wanted to give something back to our amazing NHS, all those people who come from every part of the globe, who work hard and care for us, when we can't care for ourselves. I have therefore recorded as honestly as I can the journey of a stroke victim, some of my meetings with staff and patients along the way, and the humour and humanity I found on the hospital wards. If you have enjoyed this podcast and would like to show your appreciation of the NHS, please visit www.justgiving.com/fundraising/atthefirststroke, where I am raising money for NHS CHARITIES TOGETHER, and give whatever you feel you can afford. STEPHEN CRITCHLOW has been a professional actor for over 30 years and a member of the BBC Radio Drama Company no less than five times. Stage credits include Sir Peter Hall's HAMLET (Gielgud), Ray Cooney's PYGMALION (Albery), three years in THE THIRTY-NINE STEPS (Criterion), and CYRANO DE BERGERAC at the Royal National Theatre. Stephen has toured in many productions, including ROUND THE HORNE REVISITED (in which he played Kenneth Horne), and recently THIS HOUSE for Headlong and THE REMAINS OF THE DAY for Out of Joint. His many TV and film credits include, DOWNTON ABBEY, MIRANDA, SKINS, CIDER WITH ROSIE, RED DWARF 11, HATTIE, FANTABULOZA, THE PRINCE AND THE PAUPER, LITTLE LORD FAUNTLEROY and CHURCHILL: THE HOLLYWOOD YEARS. RACHEL ATKINS' recent theatre work includes, THE COUNTRY GIRLS (Minerva Chichester), INKHEART and ROMEO AND JULIET (Home Theatre Manchester). For television, she has appeared in CHERNOBYL, THE ROOK, HUMANS, and CALL THE MIDWIFE, and films include THE LAST LETTER FROM YOUR LOVER and THE COUNTRY GIRL. Rachel has been a member of the BBC Radio Drama Company several times and was a regular in THE ARCHERS. She has recorded numerous audiobooks as well as voice overs for video games. DAVID HOLT studied theatre arts in Birmingham in the late 1980s, then moved London to pursue a career as a versatile actor in TV, film, theatre, radio, and as a voice artist. He has appeared in countless productions of all types over a 30+ year career, and is renowned for his animation voice work, having appeared in over 90 animated TV series. CHRIS PAVLO has worked extensively in the voice world. He has enjoyed four seasons with the BBC Radio Drama Company, with credits ranging from THE ARCHERS to news-based comedy THE WAY IT IS. He can also be heard voicing video games, commercials, documentaries and podcasts. Chris co-founded and runs THE PODCAST COMPANY, a production house for podcasts. DAVID SARGENT has been an actor and voice-over artist for 32 years. He shares a drama school and voice agent with Stephen Critchlow. He has worked in theatre, film, radio and television – most recently in PENNYWORTH for Warner TV, and the 2020 films THE COMPLEX and BRITISH PEOPLE. MUSIC | THE CRUSH COLLISION MARCH by SCOTT JOPLIN, performed by BENJAMIN LOEB, licensed courtesy of NAXOS. PRODUCTION | ChromeRadio for the Coat Cupboard Collective | Producer – Catriona Oliphant | Post-production – Catriona Oliphant & Chris Sharp | Tea boy – Martyn Wade.

I met Michael Mastro in 1988 at the Royal National Theatre of Great Britain on the River Thames. His stories about a life in the theatre over the last 39 years are both funny and insightful. For me, it's stories like his hysterical broadway debut understudying Mario Cantone in Love! Valour! Compassion! to hearing Bernadette Peters sing "You Made Me Love You" TO HER DOG that makes Michael's life seem touched by an angel. His stories paint a portrait of an actor whose both contagious laugh and gracious heart make him a gem to anyone who's lucky enough to find themselves in his presence - if only for a podcast hour. (NOTE: HBO Paterno with Al Pacino, Michael plays a family friend, NOT Joe Paterno's lawyer.)

In this Special Episode of "Monster Attack!" Jim and Mark reflect on "The Official Frankenstein," presented by The Royal National Theatre of London as a way to raise funds during the Covid-19 Quarantine. Starring Benedict Cumerbatch and Jonny Lee MIller in the title roles, the two actors switched roles for a second presentation. Both are now being offered until May 8, 2020 on You Tube at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=tl8jxNrtceQ  and https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=dI88grIRAnY Enjoy this special episode and consider donating to this worthy cause.

London's National Theatre, under the leadership of Rufus Norris, is striving for unprecedented diversity on stage and in the audience, and during the pandemic, we can now see their productions at home.Also, we visit some of Australia's top dancers training in isolation, and we continue our search for great theatre, opera, dance and comedy we can watch online.

London's National Theatre, under the leadership of Rufus Norris, is striving for unprecedented diversity on stage and in the audience, and during the pandemic, we can now see their productions at home. Also, we visit some of Australia's top dancers training in isolation, and we continue our search for great theatre, opera, dance and comedy we can watch online.

London's National Theatre, under the leadership of Rufus Norris, is striving for unprecedented diversity on stage and in the audience, and during the pandemic, we can now see their productions at home. Also, we visit some of Australia's top dancers training in isolation, and we continue our search for great theatre, opera, dance and comedy we can watch online.

Join your host Emma and her clown Barbara talking all things Events.   How do you put on a successful cultural event?  Why are events important?  Why do you need resilience to create and impact? Follow Yemisi Facebook: @ideashatch Instagram: @ideas.hatch @findingyemisi LinkedIn: Yemisi Mokuolu Twitter: @ideashatch @findingyemisi About Yemisi Mokuolu An accomplished independent producer and arts consultant. Trading under the name of Hatch Events, Yemisi works within the Creative and Cultural industries producing independent films, arts seasons and large-scale events. She also provides audience development, arts promotion and business development support within the Creative and Cultural Industries. She has produced arts seasons and festivals for clients which include; Amnesty International, BBC, Cutty Sark, Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea and Shoreditch Trust. She has delivered business support programmes for clients which include; Arts Council England, British Council, CIDA, London Development Agency, NESTA and Royal College of Arts. She has provided arts marketing and audience development support to organisations which include; Barbican, Ovalhouse, Royal National Theatre, Southbank Centre and the Victoria & Albert Museum. Her focus is the development of the Creative Industries across Africa. She has delivered a number of development programmes at industry and practitioner level. The most recent being, the "UK-Nigeria Creative Partnership", commissioned by British Council to foster collaborations between the Film, Fashion and Music industries in Britain and Nigeria. However, Yemisi is best known for managing a promotional platform called Out of Africa - credited as "Your first stop for news on African arts and events", the Out of Africa platform promotes and profiles African arts in the UK via live events, newsletters, blogs, tweets and Facebook posts. Out of Africa events have been held in venues which include; Carnaby Street, riverside Southbank Centre and Indig02. Attracting festival audiences of between 10,000 - 30,000 and concert audiences of between 250 - 800. Yemisi is currently co-producing "Oliva Tweest" - the world's first Afrobeats Musical and Asa Baako - One Dance festival in Ghana, which is now in it's 8th year - www.asabaako.com

Nick Hennegan is at the Royal National Theatre, talking to Guardian journalist and author Paul Tudor Owen, about writing, journalism and his new book, The Weighing of The Heart.

Sir Philip Anthony Hopkins CBE is a Welsh actor, director, and producer. He won the Academy Award for Best Actor in 1992, and was nominated three additional times. Hopkins has also won three BAFTAs, two Emmys, and the Cecil B. DeMille Award. In 1993, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for services to the arts. Hopkins received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2003, and in 2008, he received the BAFTA Fellowship for lifetime achievement from the British Academy of Film and Television Arts. After graduating from the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama in 1957, he trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, and was then spotted by Laurence Olivier who invited him to join the Royal National Theatre. In 1968, he achieved renown, playing Richard the Lionheart in The Lion in Winter. In the mid-1970s, Richard Attenborough, who would direct five Hopkins films, called him "the greatest actor of his generation." Hopkins portrayed Hannibal Lecter in The Silence of the Lambs, for which he won the Academy Award for Best Actor, its sequel Hannibal, and the prequel Red Dragon. Hopkins was nominated for three other Academy Awards for the films, The Remains of the Day (1993), Nixon (1995), and Amistad (1997). Other notable films include: 84 Charing Cross Road (1987), The Elephant Man (1980), Howards End (1992), Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992), Legends of the Fall (1994), Meet Joe Black (1998), The Mask of Zorro (1998), and Thor and its sequels. In 2015, he starred in the BBC television film The Dresser, and in 2016 and 2018, he starred in the HBO television series Westworld.

Today's guest is the brilliant Susan Wokoma, an actor and writer. Best known for comedies such as Crazyhead on Netflix, Year of the Rabbit and Chewing Gum, Susan can be seen next year in both the feature film Enola Holmes (starring alongside Millie Bobbie Brown, Henry Cavill, Helena Bonham Carter and Fiona Shaw) and the new Amazon comedy Truth Seekers also starring Nick Frost and Simon Pegg. Susan is also a seasoned stage actress having work in theatres such as the Royal Court, Bush Theatre, Almeida, and The Royal National Theatre. This summer she played the iconic role of Bottom to rave reviews in the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Susan will next appear on stage in ‘Teenage Dick’ this December through to next feb at the Donmar Warehouse in London.As a writer Susan is currently developing 3 tv shows and is currently writing a feature film with BBC Films called ‘Three Weeks’ - a comedy drama about abortion. Susan’s short film Love The Sinner (which also stars her longtime friend Daisy May Cooper, co-creator of This Country) will be screened at London Film Festival this month. Susan is also a regular co-host of The Guilty Feminist podcast. She was a member of The National Youth Theatre as a teenager before going on to train at RADA. We discuss acting, stand up, finding yourself and why it's OK to say out loud that you love what you do. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

An award-winning performer and 12 season veteran of the hit Canadian series Trailer Park Boys (Barb Lahey), Thompson trained at the UK’s Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, the Canadian Film Centre (2015), and was one of the eight Women In the Director’s Chair - Story & Leadership program (2016/17).She has played roles at the UK’s Royal National Theatre, in London’s West End and British regional Theatres; at the Shaw Festival and across Canada at major theatres. Recent on-screen work Includes Web series like the groundbreaking Tokens (2019); recent television includes the Trailer Park animation and Diggstown (2019). Film work, including working with Jim Henson on Labyrinth, also includes recent award-winning performances in Michael Melski’s The Child Remains and Splinters by Thom Fitzgerald.Thompson has begun a transition to writer/director, with her short films included in festivals across North America and Europe. Her short Pearls played at over 30 festivals worldwide, winning awards and nominations. Duck Duck Goose, the winner of the FIN Best Atlantic Short accolade for 2018, addresses the culture of fear perpetrated by school lockdowns, and was selected for Telefilm’s Not Short On Talent at Clermont - Ferrand, and for the CBC’s Short Film Faceoff (June 2019) as well as playing major festivals across North America (Miami International FF, Sarasota, Canadian and Kingston Film Festivals) and Europe.Thompson has been developing TV series with the support of NS producer Terry Greenlaw, who is also producing Thompson’s first dramatic feature, shooting in Nova Scotia in the summer of 2020 - Dawn, Her Dad & The Tractor. The script for DHD &TT won the $200K WIDC Feature Film award in 2018, was selected by the WIFT NYC Writer’s lab supported by Meryl Streep and Nicole Kidman, and the Breaking Through The Lens Initiative in Cannes.Based in Halifax/Dartmouth, Thompson is parent to singer/songwriter T. Thomason, and a champion of LGBTQ issues.Check her out @ShelleyThompsonYou can always watch this episode on our YouTube channel. Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss any episode.

Acting as a Career: Gender, Opportunity and Love with the Cast of "How Love is Spelt" #010This The HR L&D Podcast is a special edition episode!Nick Day has a rare opportunity to sit down with the cast of the play "How Love is Spelt" starring Michelle Collins (EastEnders and Coronation Street), Nigel Boyle (Line of Duty) and Benjamin O'Mahoney (Ripper Street) as well as brilliant theatre performers Yana Penrose, Larner Wallace-Taylor (Humans) and Duncan Moore. The play has been directed by Charlotte Peters who recently finished directing the International production of War Horse and An Inspector Calls at The Royal National Theatre in LondonWe discuss Acting as a career, promotions, gender imbalance in the acting profession, how actors handle multiple jobs at the same time, tax implications and a lot more!Plus we get some exclusive insights into what the acting life is like as well as learn more about this amazing new production!This is a play that I am proud to confirm JGA Recruitment have supported financially as part of our commitment to supporting the careers of emerging young British theatre talent and the Arts in the UK.If you are interested in seeing the show, you can book tickets directly at https://southwarkplayhouse.co.uk/show/how-love-is-spelt/) or call the box office on 020 7407 0234.For more information on the play which is open until 28th September 2019: How Love Is Spelt at Southwark Playhouse for Brickdust In the meantime, to contact JGA HR Recruitment: nick@jgarecruitment.com or https://jgarecruitment.com/To connect with Nick Day (Host of the HR L&D Podcast) LinkedIn Profile: Nick Day's LinkedIn ProfileSubscribe the HR L&D Podcast: * Apple Podcasts| Android | Email | Soundcloud | Google Podcasts | Stitcher |

Regissör, skådespelare, 55 år. Född i London, bosatt i Stockholm. Debuterar som Sommarvärd. Regissören och skådespelaren Josette Bushell-Mingo talar om teater, kultur och härkomstens påverkan. Dagens värd för Sommar i P1, Josette Bushell-Mingo är prefekt på institutionen för skådespeleri på Stockholms konstnärliga högskola. I programmet berättar hon om såväl sin konstnärliga som personliga bakgrund, och engagemang som bland annat märkts i hennes profession som grundare av The National Black Theatre of Sweden, som konstnärlig ledare för Riksteaterns Tyst Teater som skapar scenkonst på teckenspråk och turnerandet med sin föreställning om sångerskan Nina Simone. I sitt program berättar också Josette Bushell-Mingo om sin uppväxt i London och mötet med det svenska samhället. Hon beskriver också vad hon benämner som blackness  som för henne är en recognition, förståelse, av den politiska kamp, kulturella mångfald och känslomässiga arv som hänger samman med en afrikansk härkomst. Hon resonerar också kring den tunna linjen mellan hämnd och förlåtelse, rasism och diskriminering. Om Josette Bushell-Mingo Arbetar som prefekt på institutionen för skådespeleri vid Stockholms konstnärliga högskola. Startade The National Black Theatre of Sweden och har varit skådespelare vid The Royal Shakespeare Company och Royal National Theatre. Var konstnärlig ledare på Riksteaterns Tyst Teater i 15 år. Har turnérat med den hyllade och djupt personliga föreställningen Nina - a story about me and Nina Simone och spelat Rafiki i musikalen Lejonkungen i London. Fått Brittiska Imperieorden (OBE), Ganneviksstipendiet och Expressens teaterpris. Producent: Kerstin Brunnberg

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Ana Kuzmanic is Yugoslav born, Chicago based costume designer. Her theatrical work has been seen on Broadway (August: Osage County, Desire Under the Elms, Superior Donuts), off-Broadway (The Jacksonian), in the U.K. (The Royal National Theatre) and Australia (Sydney Theatre Company). Based in Evanston, she is closely associated with many Chicago companies including the Goodman Theatre, Steppenwolf Theatre, Looking Glass Theatre, Chicago Shakespeare Theater and The House. Among the regional companies with whom she has worked are Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Berkley Repertory Theatre, McCarter Theatre Center, Washington Shakespeare Theatre Company, Trinity Repertory Company, Oregon Shakespeare Festival and the Geffen Playhouse. The Lyric Opera of Chicago’s production of Don Giovanni, directed by her long-time collaborator Tony Award-winning director Robert Falls was Ana’s opera debut.Ana earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Costume and Fashion Design from Faculty of Applied Arts and Design in Belgrade, Serbia and her Master of Fine Arts in Stage Design from Northwestern University, USA. She has designed for her fashion label from 1993 to 2002.Ana is an Associate Professor of costume design at Northwestern University in Evanston, USA.

Looking at his resume, you'd expect to see Kevin Shen in the C-suite of some high-powered firm in New York City. Bachelors in computer systems engineering and masters in sociology, both from Stanford. MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. And for a few years after graduating, Shen traveled that career path, but a well-timed layoff gave him the push he needed to pursue his true passion: acting. Now a full-time thespian, Kevin has appeared in stage productions at the Royal National Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company, and in films and television shows. Tune in to hear his story of making a massive and successful life pivot.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)

On this week's show, we sit down with Mary Testa and Ali Stroker, two of the stars of the upcoming Broadway revival of Oklahoma! We discuss what makes this production of Oklahoma! so unique and the enduring legacy of this magnificent show.   This week's music: Damon Daunno singing “The Surrey With The Fringe On Top,” Nancy Walker singing “I Can Cook Too,” the Annie “Overture,” music from the “Ballet” and the “Final Outro” from the 1999 Royal National Theatre recording of Oklahoma! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Käymme viimeisessä Lontoon-jaksossa visiitillä Styks-joen tuolla puolen. Ikimuistoisen viimeisen esityksen lisäksi pohdimme, onko Lontoo musikaalifanille pakollinen matkakohde ja mietimme, miten sikäläinen teatterikulttuuri eroaa meikäläisestä. Juontajina Laura Haajanen ja Siiri Liitiä. Vieraana Viljatuuli Ylikoski. Spiikki: Niina Markkanen. Välikemusiikki: Tässä jaksossa lainataan Kevin MacLeodin kappaletta OctoBlues (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Jakson tarjoaa Helsingin Kaupunginteatteri.

Hear what Broadway veteran Lauren Kennedy (Spamalot, Les Miserables), her husband Charlie Brady (South Pacific) and Eric Woodall, Producing Artistic Director of North Carolina Theatre have to say about their history together, Mamma Mia! and what makes this show work. To hear the music of Mamma Mia! referenced on this episode, including ‘Under Attack,’ ‘Dancing Queen,’ ‘Take a Chance on Me’ and more, check out the original cast recording https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0016A10YI/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0016A10YI&linkCode=as2&tag=rduonstage-20&linkId=672612f84e1132b7bf7a2a56fec9f943 (here). About the Guests Eric Woodall is the producing artistic director of North Carolina Theatre. He served as the Resident Director of the Broadway, Las Vegas, and national touring companies of Mamma Mia!. In addition to his NC Theatre directorial credits including Gypsy, Mary Poppins, Jesus Christ Superstar, Steel Magnolias, Woodall has worked locally in the Triangle directing for companies like Theatre Raleigh and PlayMakers Repertory, as well as traveled the country putting his spin on shows like West Side Story, Big River, and On Golden Pond at Casa Mañana in Fort Worth, Texas and Amadeus at the Memphis Playhouse on the Square. Prior to joining NC Theatre full time in November as producing artistic director, he spent 16 years in New York City working as one of the top casting directors at Tara Rubin Casting. Lauren Kennedy is the producing artistic director for Theatre Raleigh, where she has directed and starred in numerous productions. She is also known by Raleigh audiences for her 30-year association with NC Theatre where she starred as Eva in Evita, Annie in Annie Get Your Gun, Fantine in Les Misérables, and Diana in Next To Normal. She appeared on Broadway as The Lady of the Lake in Monty Python’s Spamalot, Fantine in Les Misérables, Daisy Hilton in Side Show, Sunset Boulevard (original cast) and Nellie Forbush in South Pacific at The Royal National Theatre in London. For more info on Theatre Raleigh’s upcoming season visit: http://www.theatreraleigh.com/ (http://www.theatreraleigh.com.) Charlie Brady is best known for starring in the original Broadway cast of South Pacific at Lincoln Center, with other credits including North Carolina Theatre’s productions of Next to Normal and Les Misérables, and the Off-Broadway production of The Burnt Part Boys.  Connect with RDU on Stage Facebook – @rduonstage Twitter – @rduonstage Instagram – @rduonstage Web http://www.rduonstage.com/ (www.rduonstage.com) Support this podcast

n Episode 2, actor David Morrissey and his son Gene discuss Dylan’s take on heartbreak and darkness, as well as the art of listening to albums all the way through; especially Blood On The Tracks. David Morrissey started acting at the Everyman Youth Theatre in Liverpool, where he was born and raised. Following graduation from RADA, he worked with Cheek By Jowl, the Manchester Royal Exchange and the Royal National Theatre. The British Film Institute described David as "one of the most versatile English actors of his generation". His many television and film credits include the Brian Jones biopic Stoned; as well as Britannia, The Driver, State of Play, Gordon Brown in The Deal (RTS Award, Best Actor) and The Governor in The Walking Dead (two time Saturn Award nominee). Trailer Twitter: @davemorrissey64 Spotify playlist Recorded 5th September 2018

Patsy Rodenburg divides her time between London, New York and Silves in Portugal.  While London and New York is where she keeps busy, Silves is her place to retreat, write and recharge.  I met Patsy in her farmhouse in Silves - a perfect setting for a conversation about presence. Surrounded by citrus groves and vineyards, with an unobstructed view of the Silves Castle on one side and white storks of the Algarve busily flying to and fro above us, we eventually settled in her kitchen with a cup of tea.  Patsy was completely relaxed when I rearranged her furniture to minimise the echo of her newly renovated house, as if having people armed with huge mics and headphones was a daily occurrence on the farm.   It wasn’t until I looked at her fridge that she set her boundaries. “I’m not switching that off.” she said, smiling. I took a mental note: “This is how you can be warm and firm at the same time.”  Patsy and I sat opposite each other in the least “boomy” part of her house, crammed between her fridge and the kitchen window, when I asked my first question, the one i ask every CultureLab guest. “What were the early cultural influence that shaped you as a person?” Without any hesitation, Patsy replied, “Shakespeare”.  She discovered the great English poet and playwright as a 9-year old girl and her life was never the same since.  Since then, Patsy Rodenburg has become a world expert on teaching voice, speech and presentation skills, initially to actors, but more recently in high profile corporate spheres.  And it’s through her work with Shakespeare that she developed the concept of the Three Circles of Energy that we talk about during the interview.  We also talked about other really big topics - culture, leadership, fairness, service, redemption, love, and women’s voices.   Being in conversation with Patsy, in second circle, was a really powerful and intimate experience. She truly practices what she preaches and I hope that you enjoy this interview as much as I enjoyed spending time with her.  Episode highlights What Shakespeare can teach us about power, love and fairness - and how it can be applied in modern organisations The three circles of energy and why being in second is so important, particularly for leaders Why people lose their presence and live their lives disconnected (and what can be done about that) What enables creativity and high performance in organisations How leaders contribute to creating a healthy culture What great actors, singers and great leaders have in common Lessons Patsy learned while working in high security prisons The transformational practice of self-reflection and facing our own demons Why it’s not possible to think our way of certain situations - and what we should be doing instead Generosity and creating a healthy work environment  Maintaining presence when speaking in public Tips for women to get their voices heard    More about Patsy Rodenburg  Patsy originally trained as an actor but soon moved into voice coaching, fast becoming an associate of the Royal Court Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company, and eventually working as Head of Voice at the Royal National Theatre for 16 years. Her first book, The Right to Speak, was first published by Methuen in 1992 and was re-printed in 2015. Patsy then wrote The Need for Words (Methuen, 1993), The Actor Speaks (Methuen, 1997), and Speaking Shakespeare (Methuen, 2001), the last of which is viewed by the theatrical industry as a seminal work on the performance of Shakespeare. She has worked extensively with actors (including Dame Judi Dench, Sir Ian McKellen, Daniel Craig, and Natalie Portman), directors (Trevor Nunn, Richard Eyre, Franco Zeffirelli and Tim Burton) and playwrights (Arthur Miller, Harold Pinter, Samuel Beckett), earning her OBE in 2005 for services to drama. She has also coached extensively for high profile politicians and statesmen. Her extensive experience in examining human interaction on a theatrical level has given her vast insight into the qualities that are required for success in the corporate world, concepts which are best explored in her books, Presence (Penguin, 2007) and Power Presentation (Penguin, 2009). Patsy is based in London but has taught all over the world transforming people from all walks of life, helping them to overcome perceived obstacles by helping them to redefine their presence. She is currently Professor of Text and Poetry at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama, where she has been for 36 years and is on the board of directors with the Royal Shakespeare Company. Patsy also works extensively in the U.S.A from the Michael Howard Studios in New York. To learn more about Patsy Rodenburg, go to: www.patsyrodenburg.com www.michaelhowardstudios.com/   Resources mentioned in this episode Ian Mcgilchrist, "The Master and His Emissary; The Divided Brain and the Making of the Western World" Patsy Rodenburg, "Presence: How to Use Positive Energy for Success in Every Situation" Other resources Blog post Reclaiming Your Presence Videos of Patsy Rodenburg The second circle Why I do theatre                            

As the Royal National Theatre announces that its star-studded and star-attracting production of Sondheim’s Follies will be returning to London in 2019, Thos sits down with composer and Sondheim expert, Colm Molloy, to dissect and discuss the show.  Is it a concept musical?  Is it really a revue?  Does it even have a narrative? Is it all spectacle and no heart like the original Follies shows it lovingly pastiches?  All these questions and more are tackled in this in-depth, forensic analysis!  It’s certainly a classic  - ah, but underneath?

Nick en route to Absolute Hell at The Royal National Theatre. #NationalTheatre

Emma Keith, producer of the National Theatre Live series of theatrical broadcasts, in conversation with Richard Wolinsky, talks about the latest broadcast, the National Theatre in London revival of Stephen Sondheim's 1971 musical, “Follies.” The producer of the series since 2016, she discusses what is required to put on this kind of international live broadcast, some of the technical issues involved, and how the National brings in a younger audience. The Royal National Theatre is the English equivalent of New York's Public Theatre, or perhaps Lincoln Center, supported to a great degree by the government's National Arts Council, and is in that sense a model of how government can support the arts. Founded in 1963 with Sir Laurence Olivier as its first director, the National now encompasses three theaters on its side near Waterloo Bridge in London. “Follies” airs on November 16, 2017 with encore presentations following. To find out more, National Theatre Live website The post Interview: Emma Keith, National Theatre Live: Sondheim's “Follies” appeared first on KPFA.

As part of the BBC's opera season, designer Hildegard Bechtler talks to Michael Berkeley about her favourite music and some of the twenty-seven operas she has worked on all over the world. Hildegard is one of our most prolific and successful theatre and opera designers. Born in Germany, she moved to Britain aged eighteen, and very quickly established herself first in film, then in theatre and opera. Her style combines wit and invention to deliver minimalist style with maximum impact. She has designed for every major theatre and opera company including the Royal Opera, ENO, Glyndebourne, and the Royal National Theatre. And the international nature of her work is typified by one of her most recent productions - Thomas Adès's new opera The Exterminating Angel - staged in Salzburg, Copenhagen, Covent Garden, and the Metropolitan Opera in New York. Hildegard chooses music from two operas she has worked on, The Ring Cycle and The Damnation of Faust; a Burns song which reminds her of her love of Scotland and her husband, the actor Bill Paterson; and a piece by her namesake, Hildegard of Bingen. Producer: Jane Greenwood A Loftus production for BBC Radio 3.

Booth One welcomes Mary Jo DuPrey, who recently visited Chicago from Los Angeles for some meetings about possible directing projects. Mary Jo trained as an actress at Vassar. She then worked with her sister Katie Agresta, a legendary vocal coach, managing her "rock & roll vocal studio" on the upper west side, where she also learned how to teach singing with Katie's amazingly effective approach and exercises. Check out this list of notable students! Mary Jo then moved to L.A. where she had a successful acting career. She also taught acting and singing in UCLA's musical theatre program, and tells us about how she came to be such a sought-after vocal coach for spoken and singing voices. She tells great stories about working with her clients, including how she got connected with Daveed Diggs through their mutual friend and collaborator, composer and sound designer Jonathan Snipes.  Mary Jo worked closely with Daveed while Hamilton was being developed. Read his description of working with her here. Don't miss her spellbinding story about being invited by Alex Lacamoire to Hamilton's  first music stand read! She made two bold predictions that day that came true. Mary Jo gives Gary a short voice lesson and offers to work with him via Skype! She is a master at her craft and approaches the voice in a totally holistic manner. Interested in scheduling some lessons? Contact her here. Mary Jo is the only certified West Coast teacher of the Katie Agresta Vocal Technique. She cites Patsy Rodenberg, Head of Voice for the Royal National Theatre as another major influence. Mary Jo recently got an MFA in Directing at UCLA and is loving directing there and at professional theaters in L.A., such as the beautiful outdoor repertory theater in Topanga Canyon, the Theatricum Botanicum. She directed our friend and recurring guest co-host Paul Stroili in August: Osage County and he thinks the world of her. We are looking forward to her first Chicago-based project and will let you know when that happens. Other topics of interest in this week's episode: Elephant Rescue at Sea off the coast of Sri Lanka 36 Questions - The Musical Podcast The Fair Maid of the West in Oak Park directed and adapated by Kevin Theis Kiss of Death: Barbara Cook - Legendary actress, cabaret and concert star receives a final musical tribute on her deathbed from some of the great entertainers she worked with during a 7-decade career. Read about Ms. Cook's final days.