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Stepping into Shakespeare - a Podcast Journey with the Bard.

Stepping into Shakespeare

Podcast hosts and actresses Sarah Lynn Dawson and Therese Theurillat talk about their experiences recording live readings of William Shakespeare"s plays Twelfth Night and Hamlet. In episodes 15-21 they interview actors Matthew Brenher, Tim James, Tanya Winsor, Fergus Foster and George Little about their roles in Twelfth Night. Episodes 11-15 are a recording of Twelfth Night recorded Live in London. Episodes 5-10 are a live reading of Hamlet recorded on zoom. In episodes 1-5 they interview actors

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Episode 24

Stepping into Shakespeare - a Podcast Journey with... ·

2025/10/31

Hosted by Sarah Lynn Dawson

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Episode 23: Interview with Beatice Welles by Sarah...

Stepping into Shakespeare - a Podcast Journey with... ·

2025/10/31

In this episode, filmmaker and artist Beatrice Welles, daughter of legendary director Orson Welles, joins host Sarah Lynn Dawson to explore the enduring legacy of Shakespeare on stage and screen. Beatrice shares her unique perspective on storytelling, creativity, and the influence of her father’s groundbreaking work, while offering fresh insights into why Shakespeare’s words continue to resonate today. Whether you’re a Shakespeare enthusiast, filmmaker, or lover of classic art, this conversation is

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Episode 22: Interview with Colin Vaines by Sarah Lynn...

Stepping into Shakespeare - a Podcast Journey with... ·

2025/10/31

In this compelling episode, acclaimed producer and filmmaker Colin Vaines, known for his work on Coriolanus, joins us to explore the intricate art of adapting this play into the film. Interviewed by Sarah Lynn Dawson, Colin shares his insights on balancing respect for the original text with creative innovation, revealing behind-the-scenes stories from some of his most notable projects. Whether you’re a Shakespeare enthusiast, filmmaker, or storyteller, this conversation offers a masterclass in

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Episode 21: Twelfth Night - Live in London! Talking...

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2023/07/17

Talking with Actor George Keeler who played Sir Toby Belch & the Sea Captain.George's theatre credits include: Mr Whatnot - Butler and Vicar, Royal and Derngate Northampton, Director Cal McCrystal and The Chain Gang Gang - Bac and tour, Cartoon De Salvo. Film credits include : Lord of Misrule - Dave Garfoot 2023, Carl in the Bafta nominated short Going Down and Frail Man in Madonna’s Filth and Wisdom. Television credits: Sleepy Farmhand, The Ballard of Renegade Nell 2023 and Tommy Giggles

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Episode 20: Twelfth Night - Live in London! Talking...

Stepping into Shakespeare - a Podcast Journey with... ·

2023/07/17

Talking with Actor Fergus Foster who played Valentine and Sebastian. Fergus was raised in the Cayman Islands as well as Scotland and has dual citizenship. He trained at Drama Centre London and has since completed numerous credits in film, television, and theatre. He is also a keen bagpipe player and creator of his own podcast, Acting Around. His most recent credits include: Machines That Built America (Amazon Prime), Inherit the Witch, Doll 195, Red Flag, and Einstein's Brain.

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Episode 19: Twelfth Night - Live in London! Talking...

Stepping into Shakespeare - a Podcast Journey with... ·

2023/07/17

Talking with Actress Tanya Winsor who played Maria.Tanya’s Theatre credits include the 3 hander play National Anthems by Dennis McIntyre playing Leslie for Te English Speaking There of Hamburg, Georgina with Felix Dexter in ‘Lucky You’ at the unicorn Theatre, Blanche Dubois in Interior Panic and The pretty Trap in ‘Four by Ten’ by Tennessee Williams at The Drayton Arms. Julia in ‘The Duchy of Malfi’ at The Greenwich Theatre. Paulina from The Winter’s Tale for Theatre Nomad, Kitty/Nan in ‘Serendip’

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Episode 18: Twelfth Night - Live in London! Talking...

Stepping into Shakespeare - a Podcast Journey with... ·

2023/07/17

Talking with Actor Tim James who played Antonio and Andrew Aguecheek. Tim James is an actor & musician who splits most of his working time between recording and producing audiobooks and mastering for a music library. He has been acting for over thirty years and has appeared in a range of Film, Television and theatre productions. Highlights include: The Fugitives - series for Chanel 4, In the Hills - short film that won 2nd place at Cinefondation, Cannes Film Festival 2016, Near Enough - an

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Episode 17: Twelfth Night - Live in London! Talking...

Stepping into Shakespeare - a Podcast Journey with... ·

2023/07/17

Therese Theurillat and Sarah Lynn Dawson talk to Matthew Brenher about directing and acting in Twelfth Night. Directing and playing Orsino.His theater credits include: George in Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf (Best performance Lead actor/ Drama (Stage Scene LA - 2009/10)); Heathcliff in Wuthering Heights (The Bloomsbury); Dracula (Tour); Love’s Mistress (The Globe); The Mapletree Game (West Yorkshire Playhouse). Shakespearian roles include - Romeo; Andrew Aguecheek; Banquo; Henry V; Jacques;

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Episode 16: Twelfth Night - Live in London! Therese...

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2023/07/17

Therese Theurillat and Sarah Lynn Dawson talk about their roles of Olivia and Viola in Twelfth Night. Therese left Switzerland to follow her passion for acting and creative writing, initially taking an introductory course in scriptwriting - in Zurich, after which she moved to England where she eagerly embraced the language and culture. She gained valuable acting experience at “Stage 2’ in Norwich and the ‘City Academy’ in London and completed an HNC course in Performing Arts at the ‘The Garage’ in

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Episode 15: Act V of Twelfth Night - Live in London!

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2023/07/17

All misunderstandings are resolved in the final act. Sebastian and Olivia, who mistakenly married, are reunited, as are Viola and Orsino. Malvolio, released from his cell, swears revenge on those who played the prank on him. Feste delivers the closing lines of the play, highlighting the theme of the fleeting nature of joy and the acceptance of life's follies. The play ends with celebrations and a sense of harmony restored in Illyria. Cast: Olivia - Therese Theurillat Viola - Sarah Lynn

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Episode 14: Act IV of Twelfth Night - Live in London!

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2023/07/17

Malvolio, still believing that Olivia loves him, confronts her in front of others, but is locked away as a madman. Feste, disguised as a priest, visits Malvolio in his cell, furthering his torment. Sir Toby Belch and his companions play a trick on Malvolio, leading him to believe that he is possessed by evil spirits. Cast: Olivia - Therese Theurillat Viola - Sarah Lynn Dawson Orsino - Matthew Brenher Malvolio - Max Dowler Valentine & Sebastian - Fergus Foster Maria - Tanya Winsor Fabian &

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Episode 13: Act III of Twelfth Night - Live in London!

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2023/07/17

Olivia confesses her love to Cesario (Viola in disguise), who tries to persuade her to redirect her affections to Duke Orsino. Sir Andrew challenges Cesario to a duel, but Cesario avoids fighting. Olivia mistakes Viola's twin brother, Sebastian, for Cesario and hastily agrees to marry him. Cast: Olivia - Therese Theurillat Viola - Sarah Lynn Dawson Orsino - Matthew Brenher Malvolio - Max Dowler Valentine & Sebastian - Fergus Foster Maria - Tanya Winsor Fabian & Sir Andrew Aguecheek -

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Episode 12: Act II of Twelfth Night - Live in London!

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2023/07/17

Malvolio, Olivia's steward, is tricked into believing that Olivia loves him by a forged letter. Meanwhile, Viola, still disguised as Cesario, finds herself falling in love with Orsino. Olivia confesses her love to Cesario, who tries to redirect her affections toward Orsino. Sebastian, Viola's twin, arrives in Illyria and is mistaken for Cesario by Olivia, who promptly marries him. Cast: Olivia - Therese Theurillat Viola - Sarah Lynn Dawson Orsino - Matthew Brenher Malvolio - Max

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Episode 11: Act I of Twelfth Night - Live in London!

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2023/07/16

In the kingdom of Illyria, a shipwreck separates Viola from her twin brother, Sebastian. Viola disguises herself as a young man named Cesario and becomes a servant to Duke Orsino. Orsino is in love with Lady Olivia, who is mourning the recent loss of her brother. Viola, as Cesario, is sent to woo Olivia on Orsino's behalf, but Olivia becomes infatuated with Cesario instead. Cast: Olivia - Therese Theurillat Viola - Sarah Lynn Dawson Orsino - Matthew Brenher Malvolio - Max Dowler Valentine &

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Episode 10: Act V of Hamlet by William Shakespeare

Stepping into Shakespeare - a Podcast Journey with... ·

2022/08/17

Hamlet meets Horatio in the graveyard, where they talk about life and death. Ophelia's funeral procession arrives at the same graveyard. Hamlet confronts Laertes, Ophelia's brother, who has taken his father's place at the court; and they fight over the grave. A duel is arranged between Hamlet and Laertes. During the match, Claudius conspires with Laertes to kill Hamlet. They plan that Hamlet will die either on a poisoned rapier or with poisoned wine. The plans go awry when Gertrude unwittingly

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Episode 9: Act IV of Hamlet by William Shakespeare

Stepping into Shakespeare - a Podcast Journey with... ·

2022/08/03

Gertrude tells Claudius that Hamlet has killed Polonius and Claudius devises a plan to send Hamlet to England, just as King Fortinbras of Norway crosses Denmark with an army to attack Poland. During his journey, Hamlet discovers the plan to have him killed once he arrives. He returns to Denmark alone, sending his companions Rosencrantz and Guildenstern to their deaths in his place. Laertes returns to the palace upon hearing of his Fathers death and Claudius talks him around into taking revenge

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Episode 8: Act III of Hamlet by William Shakespeare

Stepping into Shakespeare - a Podcast Journey with... ·

2022/07/27

Hamlet devises a plan to reveal the Kings guilt. He convinces a group of Players to enact a murder and watches Claudius closely to see how he reacts. The play provokes Claudius, and he interrupts the action by storming out. Summoned by his distressed mother, Gertrude, Hamlet happens upon Claudius kneeling and attempting to pray. Hamlet reasons that to kill the King now would only send his soul to heaven rather than hell. Hamlet decides to spare his life for the time being. Polonius hides in

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Episode 7: Act II of Hamlet by William Shakespeare

Stepping into Shakespeare - a Podcast Journey with... ·

2022/07/07

According to his plan, Hamlet begins to act strangely. He rejects Ophelia, while Claudius and Polonius spy on him. They had hoped to find the reason for Hamlet's sudden change in behavior, but could not. Claudius summons Guildenstern and Rosencrantz, old friends of Hamlet to find out what's got into him. Their arrival coincides with a group of traveling actors. Hamlet writes a play which includes scenes that mimic the murder of Hamlet's father. During rehearsal, Hamlet and the actors plot to present

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Episode 6: Act I of Hamlet by William Shakespeare

Stepping into Shakespeare - a Podcast Journey with... ·

2022/06/29

Hamlet, returns to Denmark upon learning that his father the King has died. He finds that his mother Gertrude, the Queen has swiftly married his Uncle Claudius who is now the King. Hamlet is told that his father has returned as a Ghost and meets him on the castle battlements where he delivers some shocking news abut the nature of his fathers death. Cast: Frank Reeves: Hamlet Andy Davoli: Horatio & Claudius Sarah Lynn Dawson: Gertrude & Laertes Therese Theurillat: Ophelia &

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Episode 5: Guest William Jackson talks about his...

Stepping into Shakespeare - a Podcast Journey with... ·

2022/06/22

Guest William Jackson talks about the roles he was reading: the Ghost, Cornelius, and Voltemand as well as his experiences of playing Shakespeare. William calls himself a journeyman actor and the journey says that the journey has been enjoyable. He never intended to be one. Radio was his calling and he found his niche running the Traffic Information Station on AM 530 for LAX patrons to listen to on their trips to the airport. He was also taking a voice-over in the workshop to help sharpen his vocal

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