Shakespeare: from Stage to Screen with Stephen Bayly | Shilling Lecture Theatre, Shilling Building, Royal Holloway University of London
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Theater
Join us for this presentation with Q&A as part of our inaugural Arts and Culture Festival at Royal Holloway, where creativity meets community!Stephen Bayly, Producer of Richard III - starring Sir Ian McKellen, Annette Benning, Robert Downey Jnr, Kristin Scott-Thomas and Maggie Smith - will talk about the journey of adapting the National Theatre’s celebrated stage production of Richard III into producing a Golden-Globe winning and Oscar-nominated feature film. Using Richard III as a case study, Stephen will share insights into the challenges of mounting the Bard for the screen, and the actor’s quest to bring realism to Shakespearean characters - followed by questions from the audience. Stephen Bayly’s producing credits also include Mrs Dalloway (starring Vanessa Redgrave), and he is author of the book, Working with Actors: Meisner Technique for Directors and Actors, published by Bloomsbury. His second book, Acting Realism: from Garrick to Meisner and Beyond, will be published by Bloomsbury in October 2025. Stephen travels extensively to give workshops around the globe under the auspices of Directing Arts. There will be an opportunity to ask Stephen questions after the presentation, facilitated by Rebecca McCutcheon. Please contact Siobhan.Bauer@rhul.ac.uk if you require any further information. More about the Arts and Culture FestivalTaking place from mid-May to mid-June, this vibrant series of events will include hands-on workshops, open talks, film screenings, heritage tours, exhibitions, and captivating performances. Engage in thought-provoking public debates on art and culture, and immerse yourself in a celebration of creativity that inspires, transforms, and connects us all. All events for this diverse programme are free and open to Royal Holloway students, staff, and the general public. We are particularly interested in welcoming residents of Egham and Englefield Green. However, please note that numbers are often limited and booking is essential. As this is our first Arts and Culture Program, we’re eager to hear your thoughts and gather your feedback to help us improve in the future. While there’s no pressure to participate in audience surveys, we would greatly appreciate your insights. Data ProtectionThe University is required by law to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation 2018. Details submitted via this form will be handled in line with our Data Protection and Privacy Statement. Feel free to contact us for more information.
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