In this episode, Archie Pearman speaks to David Rintoul. David is an actor with a wealth of appearances on the stage, screen and in audio. He has worked extensively with the Royal National Theatre and Royal Shakespeare Company, and his TV credits include Doctor Finlay, Pride and Prejudice (1980), and Game of Thrones. His film work includes the title role in Legend of the Werewolf (1975), Is Anybody There? (2008), and The Ghost Writer with Pierce Brosnan and Ewan McGregor.

Archie and David discuss his path to becoming a professional actor, from his experiences in student productions at Edinburgh to his work with the RSC and on-screen. They also discuss the mechanics of acting, from narration technique (including a special performance of Winnie the Pooh) to the differences between stage and screen. With 50 years of experience as an actor, David provides an intimate and unrivalled insight into the world of drama, sharing the highs and lows of the industry.

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Credits:

Host: Archie Pearman

Director: Alice Hazell

Producers: Sofia Johanson & Antonia Rogers

Composer: Henry Nurse

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