The people behind the work

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Interviews with the people who create theatre. Directors, writers, actors, designers and performers discuss their work, creative process and the ideas behind the productions shaping British theatre today.

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Latest interviews

October 9, 2025

Scott Graham

Director

Frantic Assembly’s co-founder reflects on creativity, collaboration, education and thirty years of making theatre.

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June 3, 2025

Becky Namgauds

Choreographer

Choreographer Becky Namgauds reflects on curiosity, collaboration and creating work beyond boundaries.

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May 21, 2024

Denise Gough

Actor

Award-winning actor Denise Gough reflects on recovery, rejection, gratitude and the freedom that comes from letting go.

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March 11, 2024

Tamara Tare

Actor

Emerging performer reflects on learning, opportunity and finding her place in a collaborative industry.

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December 3, 2023

Jac Yarrow

Actor

West End star Jac Yarrow reflects on Imposter Syndrome, Sondheim, career beginnings and learning to trust himself.

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July 16, 2023

Lena Hall

Actor

Tony Award winner reflects on reinvention, identity, recovery and finding freedom through artistic risk.

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March 12, 2023

Rob Madge

Actor

Writer and performer reflects on imagination, family, creativity and protecting the confidence of childhood.

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