Mark Gatiss: Jack Thorne/William Shakespeare and the joy of playing real people

Step into the spotlight with Olivier Best Actor winner Mark Gatiss, know best for his iconic roles in television series like 'Sherlock' and his captivating performances on stage. In this episode, Gatiss breaks down the layers of his favourite speech: a Hamlet monologue but as used in Jack Thorne’s recent hit, 'The Motive and the Cue', in which Gatiss has wowed critics in his portrayal of John Gielgud. Join Lucy and Mark as they delve into the intricacies of Thorne's adaptation, exploring not only significance of Hamlet’s advice to the players but also Gatiss' personal insights and experiences as a performer, writer and director. From portraying real-life figures to navigating the idiosyncrasies of different audiences, Gatiss' anecdotes offer a fascinating glimpse into the life of a true theatrical virtuoso.
Catch Mark in 'The Motive and the Cue' at the Noël Coward Theatre, playing until 23 March 2024. And audiences worldwide can also enjoy the National Theatre Live capture of the original production in cinemas from 21 March. Tickets are available from NTLive.com.
Hear Me Out is hosted by Lucy Eaton, a theatre producer and West End / screen actress best known for her role as Lucy in hit BBC comedy ‘Staged’. Other episodes of Hear Me Out include Adrian Lester, Brendan Coyle, Patsy Ferran and Corey Mylchreest.
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[@justleti9497]

Good morning, I am so excited to see the motive and the cue

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Did you enjoy it?

[@justleti9497]

@@podhearmeout seen the recording twice and it’s the best play I’ve seen in years. Was also extremely happy to see Mark Gatiss win an Olivier

[@user-vw1fm8jp9u]

I love him 😅

[@podhearmeout]

So do we!

[@agmor1]

Mark Gatiss asked whether anyone had directed a show while appearing in another one.
Coincidentally enough, in his diaries, Richard Burton mentions that his frenemy Anthony Quayle was directing at and running Stratford while co-starring in a Tarzan film at the same time.
Close enough?

[@podhearmeout]

Great trivia! Thanks for this!

[@user-xv7vm9dg6q]

is he ok he might be an actor he looks unwell xxx😊

[@sarahbaker379]

Mark he fine hes had to cut his hair to play the role maybe thats why

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Has mark got asd?

[@sarahbaker379]

@@user-xv7vm9dg6q not what i know off

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Seemed very well to us!