The Uncensored Critic Podcast

Doug Kerr is a graphic designer and has created a number of designs for books, events, exhibitions and theatre. 

He talks about what goes into the making of a design, the people he's collaborated with and his experience of creating the famous design for the play Prima Facie with Jodie Comer. 

Recently Doug won the WhatsOnStage Award for Best Graphic Design for that poster and will soon be flying to New York to attend its opening night. As well as to see his new updated design that has been made up of pictures of over a thousand fans of the play.

Doug discusses how you create a design, how to find a way through creative block, the work he's done for other London theatres, and what he's working on post-Prima Facie. 

Check out his website Studio Doug for his portfolio and how to get in touch: studiodoug.co

As well as his Instagram: @dougkerrrrr

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Bobby and Steffan are behind the great Fit2Talk Podcast you’ll be able to find on Apple and Spotify.

They are not only actors, but certified personal trainers who have a wealth of knowledge not only on acting, but on health and fitness as well.

They discuss how you can balance going to the gym alongside acting work, and how a healthy diet doesn’t mean you should eat super-healthy all the time.

Keep a lookout for their upcoming ebook about fitness and diet that will debunk the myths that surround workout routines and what you should be eating. More details to follow, keep an eye on their Instagram pages for more information on how to get a copy.

As well as how you can protect your mental health, some of their most memorable moments on stage and how “fitness needn’t be boring”.

Fit2Talk’s Instagram: @fit2_talk

Steffan: @steffanlloydevans

Bobby: @bobalus

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Christopher McElroen is a director and founder of theatre companies The American Vicarious and Classic Theatre of Harlem based in Brooklyn in New York City. 

He creates work that reflects what unites and divides the population of the United States through productions such as The Invisible Man and The Debate: Baldwin vs Buckley the latter you'll be able to catch at the Stone Nest Theatre in London's West End this year. 

Christopher has also been a guest speaker at some of the most illustrious institutions in the world from Pace University, Stanford, and New York University to share his knowledge of directing for the theatre. 

From Chekhov and Beckett, to creating original innovative shows that challenge the current rhetoric, Christopher is a leader in directing shows that will stay with you long after you leave the theatre. 

Christopher's website: http://www.christophermcelroen.com/

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Alexander (Alex) Gage is a musician, writer and performer with a passion for musical theatre. 

He trained in musical theatre at the Guildford School of Acting, and was involved in shows from Guys and Dolls, My Fair Lady and appearing at the Olivier Awards at the Royal Festival Hall in 2016. 

He talks about his experience of drama school, how you learn the discipline, proactiveness and diligence to be involved in musical theatre. As well as how to take it step by step and don't be afraid of making mistakes. 

In addition to his recent experience onboard of Norwegian Cruise Lines performing as an Angel in Kinky Boots, he shares his time across the world with a show that's very close to his heart. 

Alex offers great advice for anyone who is considering or about to audition for musical theatre at drama school, and how you can make it work for you!

Alex's Instagram: @alexandertgage

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Steven is an actor and writer who also trained at the Guildford School of Acting.

He’s been involved in a number of projects across the UK, notably in The White Handkerchief musical based around the events of a Bloody Sunday in Derry, to The School of Good and Evil on Netflix.

As well as writing his own short film Chasing which is available to watch here: https://vimeo.com/393435491

Steven would like to give a shoutout to cinematographer Elisa Matvejeva for her support on this short film.

Elisa's Instagram: @xvdesire

Great talk about life before and after drama school and how you can keep the ball rolling in a tough industry.

Steven’s Instagram: @calsteven

White handkerchief documentary: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m00158z8/the-white-handkerchief

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Quick message to say thank you very much for this year! 

Thank you to all of you who listened or watched the podcast it means so much.   

Thanks to you guys The Uncensored Critic Podcast was in the top 25% most globally shared podcasts of 2022 being heard in over 20 countries. In 2022 streams grew by 710%, listeners increased by 404%, and followers were up 379%. Official stats from #SpotifyWrapped 2022. Crazy.

If any of you have any guest or topic requests email me: [email protected]  

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You'll get a shoutout in the episode to help answer those burning questions you have about the arts.

Happy New Year to you all, and see you in 2023 for more of The Uncensored Critic Podcast!  

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At such a young age Abdullah Khan has already achieved so much in the film industry.

At the age of 18 he was working on the sets of Star Wars, Fast and Furious: Hobbs and Shaw, and 1917.

As well as, working for Neal Street Productions with Sam Mendes.

In 2021 he founded his own production company Rosebud Films and has made short films such as Find the Light with George Mackay, and Path to Ecstacy with Mike Jibson, Louie Serkis, and myself! 

Great talk about how you can make a great picture.

Follow Rosebud Films on Instagram: @rosebudfilmsuk

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Andy is an actor, writer, director and comedian.   

As an actor and writer he starred in BAFTA award winning BBC show Short Change and has also won a Fringe First award among many others for his work on the Edinburgh Fringe.   

On top of this he's the author of one of the best audition advice books available The Excellent Audition Guide. Link to buy your copy is below, it's also available as an Ebook.    

https://www.nickhernbooks.co.uk/andy-johnson  

Andy has helped over 300 aspiring actors to get into top drama schools across the UK and his advice will help you through your audition preparation and get you into the school you want!  

To get in touch with Andy to organise a 1-2-1 session you can contact him via his email address here: [email protected]  

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David Grindley is a theatre director that has been at the helm of many shows across the UK and the world.

One of his most celebrated shows is R.C. Sherriff's play Journey's End set in the trenches in the final stages of WWI. A truly excellent play that David has directed multiple times.

He's directed it in the West End and on Broadway in 2007, where he won a Tony award for the Best Revival of a play. 

He talks about how he discovered the play, how to play tension, and how actors find their feet in the rehearsal room. 

Thank you David, really enjoyed your masterclass in directing for the theatre!

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Kate Godfrey is a voice and dialect coach, as well as Shakespeare mastermind. 

She's been involved in some extraordinary work from working at the RSC, across the West End with Mark Rylance, and recently working on Prima Facie with Jodie Comer at the Harold Pinter Theatre. 

She discusses how you can tackle Shakespeare from looking at how the text is written, and how you can find new life in a well known speech and make it your own.

So happy to have her on the show, thank you Kate for your time really enjoyed this.

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