Simon Russell Beale, Lesley Manville and Roger Allam talk describe performing on the Olivier stage.

Acting in the Olivier

Acting requires a wide range of skill, from the ability to control your voice to adopting physical attributes. A stage actor will often be required to research a period of history or particular topic to bring a character to life. This collection aims to give an insight into what it is like to be an actor at the National Theatre. Featuring Simon Russell Beale, Zoë Wanamaker, Lesley Manville, Rory Kinnear, Fiona Shaw, Ben Whishaw and Roger Allam.

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Acting in the Olivier

Acting in the Olivier

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