Brewing Actors Podcast

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Adam Robert Lewis sits down (virtually) with Olivier Award-Winning actress, Jenna Russell. Jenna Russell has built an impressive career carving a diverse list of productions to her name.

Jenna discovered her love of Sondheim while studying at Syliva Young's Theatre School, it would be Sondhiem's score that projected Russell's career to new heights in 'Sunday in the Park with George'. 

Russell is renowned for bringing a sense of truth and realism into every musical role she portrays. It is said there is no better masterclass in 'Acting Through Song' than when Jenna is performing. Jenna discusses her life and career and talks frankly about her journey and her fight for a artistically fulfilling career.  

Jenna is currently rehearsing for the 50th Anniversary Concert of 'Godspell’, to be broadcast online, which has harnessed a fantastic cast. 

‘Godspell’ will be made available to stream worldwide for three days on 27, 28 and 29 of August 2020. The concert will raise money for wonderful charities: Hope Mill Theatre, Acting for Others and National AIDS trust. For more information visit www.hopemilltheatre.co.uk.

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Adam Robert Lewis sits down (virtually) with director, Michael Strassen. In this episode, Michael discusses his early career as an actor and the path which led him to directing as well as the many challenges facing our industry.

Michael is one of the most innovative directors working in London today and has directed many productions across the UK. He’s has had a long and fortuitous relationship with The Union Theatre where he has directed 'The Fix', ‘Duncton Wood’, ‘Pacific Overtures’, ‘Assassins’ and ‘Company’.  

Michael has taken on the challenges brought on by COVID-19 and how the pandemic has affected the Arts Industry. He has embraced Digital Theatre and is currently directing the 50th Anniversary Concert of 'Godspell’, to be broadcast online, which has harnessed a fantastic cast. 

‘Godspell’ will be made available to stream worldwide for three days on 27, 28 and 29 of August 2020. The concert will raise money for wonderful charities: Hope Mill Theatre, Acting for Others and National AIDS trust. For more information visit www.hopemilltheatre.co.uk .

to find out more information on Michael's work visit www.michaelstrassen.com

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Adam Robert Lewis sits down (virtually) with Welsh actress and national treasure, Di Botcher. In this episode, Di talks frankly about her incredible career and life on and off screen.

From Port Talbot, Di was a member of West Glamorgan Youth Theatre. After drama school Di gained her Equity card in the 1980s and has worked as an actress ever since, appearing on the West End stage as well as many landmark productions from the National Theatre and The Royal Shakespeare Company. 

From Shakespeare to Little Britain, Di has shown the world that she is versatile, hilariously funny and easily becomes extended family to her audience.

Di has played many beloved characters on screen such as Vanessa in Belonging, Auntie Brenda in Stella and currently plays   Jan Jennings in Casualty as well as appearing in cult classic Twin Town, Downton Abbey and Sherlock.

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Adam Robert Lewis sits down (virtually) with Welsh actress and singer Sophie Evans. Sophie was born in the Rhondda Valleys. From a young age and into her teens, Sophie was a member of the Mid-Rhondda Operatic Society.  In her late teens Sophie auditioned for 'Over the Rainbow', a BBC talent show in search for a Dorothy for the London revival of ‘The Wizard of Oz’ at the London Palladium in which she earned a place in the Grand Final. 

Sophie recently ‘returned to Oz’, playing Glinda in the smash hit musical ‘Wicked’ at the London Apollo Theatre.

Throughout her career Sophie has  performed in venues around the world including the Lyric Theatre on Broadway, Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas and has recently ventured into film work starring in ‘Pride’ alongside Bill Nighy and in ‘The World’s End’ with Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. 

Sophie has also performed with the BBC National Orchestra as well as singing alongside Michael Ball and Only Boys Aloud.

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Adam Robert Lewis sits down (virtually) with Welsh actor, Ieuan Rhys. Born in Trecynon Ieuan's earliest experiences of seeing pantomimes and performing at the local eisteddfod's cemented his chosen career path. Since becoming an actor in 1983 its fare to say Ieuan's had a varied carere  both through medium of English and Welsh in Stage/Tv/Film and Radio.

Ieuan's big break came with the role of Seargent Glyn James in BBC Cymru's soap opera 'Pobol y Cwm'; a role he played for 13 years. He's also presented six series of the Welsh-language version of Mr & Mrs – Sion a Sian for HTV and appeared on many network productions including Doctor Who, Diamond Geezer, Mind To Kill, Stella and Bomber. and most recently portrayed Eurig Bell, the "not to be messed with" Deputy Headmaster in S4C's Gwaith/Cartref.

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In our 11th Episode, Adam Robert Lewis sits down (virtually) with West End Star, Kelly Mathieson. 

Originally from Ayr in Scotland, Kelly started singing at a young age. Through singing she discovered her love of Opera and then went on to study at the prestigious Royal College of Music in London. 

Kelly reflects on her whirlwind journey and why she left the world of opera to make her West End debut playing Chrisitine Daaé in Phantom of the Opera, a role she always dreamed of playing but never though she would. From her early days of singing Christine’s words in her living room and dreaming of one day playing her. Kelly’s dream came true in 2017 landing the role in the shows 32nd year, a role she was still playing up until the closure of the West End due to Covid-19.

If Kelly's journey teaches us anything it's to work at your craft and go confidently in the direction of your dreams.

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In our 10th Episode, Adam Robert Lewis sits down (virtually) with director, Rebecca Atkinson-Lord. Rebecca hails from Wolverhampton and discovered directing while studying Ancient History and Classics at Bristol which fed her passion for brilliant stories. 

Rebecca went on to study directing at The Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts (RADA). As a director, Rebecca’s work includes new writing, classic and verse drama, modern classics, opera, musical theatre and devised work. 

In 2008, she founded Arch 468, a theatre development space in Brixton, which is dedicated to finding new ways to create and reflect the arts.

Rebecca co-directed theatre at Ovalhouse where she commissioned, developed and co-produced more than 80 new pieces of theatre and raised over £1.5 million for artists and their work. 

In her tenure at Ovalhouse, Rebecca was nominated for the Off-West End Award for ‘Best Director’ for her production of Cuddles by Joseph Wilde at Ovalhouse. The production subsequently toured the UK before transferring to 59E59 Theatres in Manhattan in 2015, where it was awarded a New York Times Critic's Pick.

Rebecca discusses her journey and her most recent project, 'Cautionary Tale', a new British musical about growing up and growing glum. Book and lyrics are both by Rebecca Atkinson- Lord with music by Rebecca Applin. 

‘Cautionary Tale’ is the story of Gloaming, a town filled with perfectly ordinary, yet perfectly remarkable people. The inhabitants of Gloaming all have special talents and interests. At its heart, it is a story about finding hope when all seems lost. 

Since the Pandemic, all workshop performances had to be cancelled. Now, the team behind the musical are giving people the opportunity to stage it in their own homes and share their experiences and recordings online. For more information on how you can be a part of  'Cautionary Tale' visit:  www.cautionarytalemusical.com.

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In our 9th Episode, Adam Robert Lewis sits down (virtually) with veteran actress, Beverley Klein. Beverley is no stranger to the stage with a career spanning 40 years. Beverley speaks openly and frankly about her career and her observations on how the industry has changed and the ongoing challenges she faces.

No matter the medium, Beverley Klein brings her characters to life with a playful ferocity that leads to scene stealing performances. Beverley has played some of theatres most iconic roles from Mrs Lovett in 'Sweeney Todd', Golde in 'Fiddler of the Roof', Edith Piaf and the acerbic Joanna in Stephen Sondheim’s 'Company' and let us not forget… Paddington Bear!

In this episode Beverley draws you in with her humour, wit, generosity and the love she has for her craft and industry!

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In our 8th Episode, Adam Robert Lewis sits down (virtually) with actor and producer, Scott Garnham. Yorkshire-born and bred, Scott started acting at the age of seven. Originating the role of ‘Beaky’ in ‘Honk!’, a musical adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen story The 'Ugly Duckling'. From then on, Garnham’s career was set.

From his humble beginnings in Yorkshire, Scott has gone on to perform in many shows from 'Les Misérables', 'Made in Dagenham', 'Billy Elliot' and most recently played Mr Maddens in ‘Nativity’ The Musical. 

Scott discusses the pursuit of acting and how we must all hustle and “set out our stalls” as actors. Scott has a refreshing and entrepreneurial approach to his career. This has aided his recent business venture ‘Sisco Entertainment’ - a company laying a strong foundations in the production of live entertainment across all platforms. 

Scott Garnham really is a superb talent and one whose star is certainly on the rise.

To find out more about Scott visit www.scottgarnham.com

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 In this podcast Adam Robert Lewis talks with Niv Petel, Israeli born actor and voice over artist. Niv has worked extensively in Israel in all mediums. Niv gravitates towards physical theatre and has explored this form in his own one man show. Niv relocated to Britain to train in Musical Theatre to broaden his skillset. Here, he experienced a different industry from his native country. Following this, Niv created a one man show called 'Knock Knock!', a play about the relationship between Mother, Son and War and the conflicts and trials faced within the Israeli culture. ‘Knock Knock!’ has gone on to win critical acclaim and the production has travelled from London, New York, Tel Aviv and beyond. Niv is living proof that actors can and must take risks and create their own opportunities. In a world where many performers now have plenty of time on their hands, why not sit down and create the role you've always wanted.

If you want to find out more about Knock Knock! Visit www.knockknockplay.co.uk

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