The Uncensored Critic Podcast

Mildred Yuan is one of the top agents in the UK who represents world class performers and creatives from every corner of the industry. Her speciality is finding clients that excel in more than one area and help them find out where they want to go next. 

Alongside being an agent, one thing you may not know about her is that she’s lived a secret double life as a dancer. She trained at the Ballet Austin Academy in the USA and the Team Diablo Academy in Italy, which many call the elite centre for ballroom and latin dancing. Her training led her on to represent the UK in 7 World and European championships. 

Mildred was part of the renowned United Agents until 2023, before starting there in 2012 she was a management consultant where she offered advice to top FTSE 150 brands across a range of businesses. She holds a BA in Economics from Harvard and an MA in English Literature from Cambridge. 

She is also a full member of BAFTA, serves on the Personal Manager’s Association (PMA) and does a great amount of work for diversity with the “Diverse Squad” also known as the Racial Diversity Committee.

Mildred discusses the role of an agent and how it’s not exactly what we think it is. One thing she mentioned was that having an agent can get you more opportunities/auditions etc, however the work doesn’t rely solely at the feet of your agent. You as the performer still have to contribute to your career. 

In addition, about how she works with her clients, her time with United, the “do’s and don’ts” of working with your agent, how you the performer or creative can find your superpower and how she can work with you to make the career you want. 

Check out her website below for more information on her career, mentoring sessions and how to get in touch. 

Thank you Mildred, let’s do this again!

Mildred’s Instagram: @mildredyuan

Website for enquiries: mildredyuan.com

Oliver Gower

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Victoria trained at the Oxford School of Drama and the Ecole Phillip Gaulier outside Paris. 

Her screen work includes appearances on:

• Ammonite, directed by Francis Lee, produced by See Saw Films and BFI
• Flowers in the Attic, Lifetime USA
• Borderline, LittleRock Productions

As well as extensively in theatre:

• Prism, National Tour - where she gave “an exquisite demonstration of what it is to be diverse and adaptable as an actor” - Upper Circle Review. 
• Love Labour’s Lost
• Romeo and Juliet, Benvolio on UK and International Tour
• Lady Windermere’s Fan
• A Christmas Carol, RSC
• A Lavender Hill Mob, UK Tour
• Midsummer Nights Dream, where she received an Offie nomination for her “show-stealing” interpretation of Bottom

Most recently she understudied Andrew Scott in Simon Stephens’ one person adaptation of Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya at the Duke of York’s Theatre. 

Vic takes me through the challenges and rewards of a one person show, her experience being an understudy and how Chekhov is still very relevant today. 

Check out her website and YouTube channel for her own podcast “Green Room Chats” that include guests such as Steve Pemberton and Ralf Little. As well as links to her own sketches and other work. Her podcasts are also available on Apple and Spotify. 

Website: victoriablunt.com

Instagram: @iamvicblunt

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Justin Martin is one of the most prolific directors that has come across the West End and Broadway.

In 2022 he directed Jodie Comer in Prima Facie, a one woman show about a young lawyer called Tessa who fights for justice for those who have suffered from sexual assault, written by Suzie Miller. In what many critics and audiences called "the theatre event of 2022". Justin discusses how he first came across Miller's text, how he approached the project, choosing Miss Comer for the part and the reaction it got across the world. As well as how it may just be one person on stage, but like any other show or film, it's a group effort and you're certainly not alone. Justin has been involved with many projects with director Stephen Daldry having been his associate director on projects such as:- Billy Elliot, West End, Broadway and International Tour- The Audience, with Helen Mirren- Skylight with Carey Mulligan and Bill Nighy- The Crown, seasons 1 and 2 for NetflixAs well as his own work that includes:- The Jungle, Young Vic, St Anne's Warehouse NY, San Francisco - soon to be a feature film currently in development- Together, starring James McAvoy and Sharon Horgan which received the BAFTA for Best Single Drama Justin takes me through how he approaches projects, how his roles differ from being an associate to main director and the experience of bringing Prima Facie to life. Thank you Justin, let's do this again soon!Oliver GowerInstagram: @ollietheuncensoredcriticFor enquiries and requests: [email protected]

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Alison Tanney is a director, theatre enthusiast and host of her own podcast The Theater Enthusiast Podcast available on Apple and Spotify.

Alison holds a BFA in Acting from Pace University, since college she's turned her attention to directing and producing her own podcast. During the pandemic she directed 18 virtual plays with some of Broadway's best performers.

Her guest's work have been recognised both in the USA and the UK with the likes of Jamie Parker and Samuel Barnett who starred in the original company of The History Boys by Alan Bennett.

Her show combines her own passion for theatre and asks the questions of what happens behind the scenes, how you prepare and what's your story. In her own words "the Theater Enthusiast Podcast is a must-listen for those eager to discover the untold stories and diverse roles that breathe life into theatrical performances".

Great episode discussing all things theatre, what it can offer, how important it is and it's uniqueness.

Theater Enthusiast Instagram: @theaterenthusiastpodcast

Website: thetheaterenthusiastsite.com

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Emilio Doorgasingh is another member of the Little Life family playing “Andy”, Jude’s Doctor at the Richmond Theatre, Harold Pinter Theatre and Savoy Theatre this year. 

This episodes contains spoilers!

His other credits include, for screen:

• Casualty 
• Ted Lasso Series 2
• Game of Thrones

For stage:

• The Kite Runner, West End and UK Tour
• Present Laughter
• Much Ado About Nothing, The Globe
• Best of Enemies, Young Vic and Noel Coward Theatre alongside David Harewood and Zachary Quinton
• A Little Life 

Amongst many more…

Emilio discusses his two huge theatre projects he’s been a part of this year, Best of Enemies (dir. Jeremy Herrin) and A Little Life (dir. Ivo Van Hove). 

With Best of Enemies he played multiple characters in James Graham’s play that explored the political landscape of the USA during the 1960s. From journalists to Gore Vidal’s (Zachary Quinto) life partner and the demands of a high fuelled energetic show with multiple costume changes and characters to jump between every night. 

For A Little Life he played “Andy” a doctor who has a difficult relationship with Jude (James Norton). Emilio talks about how he found the parallels of Andy’s character, how on one hand he’s a medical professional frustrated that his patient won’t take his advice, and on the other he’s a compassionate soul who doesn’t want to push his already deeply traumatised friend into something he doesn’t want to do. Stop hurting himself and get better. 

Emilio gave a stellar performance as Andy and in his many roles in Best of Enemies and it was a pleasure to talk to you sir!  

Oliver Gower

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The return of Sabina “Sabs” Netherclift!

Sabs returns to discuss more about her time with Jacques LeCoq on Paris and her love of movement all together. 

We delve deeper into LeCoq’s work including the exercises, “The Invisible Room”, the “Seven States of Tension” and “Clowning”. 

As well as when she turns her skills towards directing, having directed Helen Edmunson’s play “Coram Boy”. We talk how she likes to conduct the rehearsal room, how she approaches text and how her training in Paris helps with words as well as movement. 

Sabs’ Instagram: @sabinanetherclift

Thanks for coming back Sabs, always a pleasure.

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Orlando Mendez aka “The Cuban Cowboy”, star of The Voice USA in 2022 talks country music, being mentored by Camila Cabello and his upcoming EP’s.

Orlando was one of the starts on the USA’s edition of The Voice, at his auditions (available on YouTube) he won the mentorship of Camila Cabello (songs include “Havana” and “Señorita”) and proceeded to make his mark not only on the show but on country music. 

Since then he has a series of EP’s that will become available this year and into 2024, his next song “Where I Am Right Now” will be available on all major streaming platforms this year. As well as his brand new single “Heart On The Line”.

His music is heavily inspired by his Cuban roots and we discuss how that inspired him to become a lover of country music, as well as how that helps him write songs. 

Check out his website and Instagram page for more information on how to listen to his work and for upcoming tour dates of the US . Keep an eye out for his future dates in Europe to be confirmed!

Website: www.orlandomendezmusic.com

Orlando’s Instagram: @orlandojmendezmusic 

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Orlando Mendez aka “The Cuban Cowboy”, star of The Voice USA in 2022 talks country music, being mentored by Camila Cabello and his upcoming EP’s.

Orlando was one of the starts on the USA’s edition of The Voice, at his auditions (available on YouTube) he won the mentorship of Camila Cabello (songs include “Havana” and “Señorita”) and proceeded to make his mark not only on the show but on country music. 

Since then he has a series of EP’s that will become available this year and into 2024, his next song “Where I Am Right Now” will be available on all major streaming platforms this year. As well as his brand new single “Heart On The Line” also out this year.

His music is heavily inspired by his Cuban roots and we discuss how that inspired him to become a lover of country music, as well as how that helps him write songs. 

Check out his website and Instagram page for more information on how to listen to his work and for upcoming tour dates of the US . Keep an eye out for his future dates in Europe to be confirmed!

Website: www.orlandomendezmusic.com

Orlando’s Instagram: @orlandojmendezmusic 

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Elliot appeared in the play adaptation of Hanya Yanagihara’s book “A Little Life” that recently played at the Harold Pinter Theatre and the Savoy in London. A play in which many are calling “the theatre event of 2023”. 

Directed by Ivo Van Hove the play follows Jude St Francis (played by James Norton) and the devastating trauma he was exposed to as a young child at the hands of Brother Luke, Caleb Porter and Dr Traylor. All three characters Elliot played in the production. 

Elliot talks about how he found out about the job, working with Ivo and how the three bad men in Jude’s life manifested in him during the run. 

Please note this episode contains spoilers. 

Elliot’s other credits include:

• His training at RADA
• Obtaining a first class degree at the University of Birmingham studying Drama
• National Youth Music Theatre (NYMT)
• Macbeth at the Globe
• Les Blancs at the National, dir. Yael Farber
• Streetcar Named Desire at the Donmar
• Alexander alongside Anthony Hopkins
• Peaky Blinders
• The Crown
• The Golden Compass
• A Little Life, amongst many more… 

Thank you Elliot, really enjoyed it!

Oliver Gower

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The return of Laura Elphinstone!

So great to welcome back Laura Elphinstone to the show, a fantastic actress whose work includes "Line of Duty", "Chernobyl", "Game of Thrones" and many more.

This time we take a look at Laura's latest work in ITV's police drama "Grace" which she has been a part of over the last few years, as well as the other hit show "Line of Duty".

Before she became an actor Laura had previously thought about a career in the police and she shares her experiences on what could have been having been a part of two hit police shows.

Laura discusses her latest work, what acting means to her, dealing with imposter syndrome and how you have earned the right to be where you are and where you want to go in this business. Don't let anyone else or that voice in your head tell you otherwise.

We also have an exclusive revealing of the title of her future autobiography. What a story there is behind that!

Always a pleasure Laura, thank you as always for your time and your friendship.

Oliver Gower

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