

EP 7: Preparing the Grail, feat. Sir Mark Rylance
Jun 16, 2021
EP 7: Preparing the Grail features Sir Mark Rylance, an Academy Award-winning actor. The episode covers a range of captivating topics including global shutdowns, Shakespeare, loss, interconnectedness of life, happy accidents in art, craft, wetlands, growing older, and breaking into the Globe. Sir Mark shares his passion for wetlands while Martin talks about the deliciousness of growing older and the benefits of losing memories as you age. A memorable and entertaining conversation that you won't want to miss.
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Childhood Theatre
- Martin Shaw describes a transformative childhood theatre experience.
- This fostered a lifelong appreciation for theatre's wonder.
Reheating the Meal
- Reheating old performances is dangerous for actors and storytellers.
- Stay present and adapt to the current moment's chaos.
Lockdown Inspiration
- Mark Rylance discusses his time in Joshua Tree during lockdown.
- Inspired by FDR's Civilian Conservation Corps, he explored environmental activism.