Summary

Mel England discusses his advocacy for HIV and LGBTQ community rights, his work in LGBTQ Christmas films, his role in the play 'Here We Are,' the journey of LGBTQ history in the play 'Electricity,' and his involvement in the reboot of the series 'The Lair.' He also shares his thoughts on the need for better support and representation of LGBTQ artists and stories in the entertainment industry. Mel England discusses the importance of advocacy for underrepresented communities in the entertainment industry. He highlights the need for advocates for BIPOC, LGBT, and disabled actors to continue pushing for better representation. The conversation then shifts to breaking barriers in the industry, with examples of actors challenging beauty standards and body diversity. Mel England shares his website and social media handles for listeners to connect with him. He also mentions his upcoming projects, including a film based on the life of an Eliza Minnelli impersonator. The conversation concludes with a fun segment of five questions with Mel England, covering topics such as dinner party guests, unusual props in performances, and living in a fictional world.

Takeaways

Advocacy for HIV and LGBTQ community rights is important to raise awareness and fight against stigma.

LGBTQ Christmas films provide representation and tell stories that resonate with the LGBTQ community.

The play 'Here We Are' explores the love story and journey of two gay men over several decades.

The play 'Electricity' takes audiences through the evolution of LGBTQ history and relationships.

The reboot of the series 'The Lair' aims to bring LGBTQ stories to a wider audience.

The entertainment industry needs to provide better support and representation for LGBTQ artists and stories. Advocacy is crucial for underrepresented communities in the entertainment industry.

Breaking barriers and challenging beauty standards are important for promoting diversity and inclusivity.

Social media and personal websites are valuable tools for actors to showcase their work.

Upcoming projects and collaborations offer exciting opportunities for growth and creativity.

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