In a delightful chat with David Tennant, award-winning actress Celia Imrie shares her fascinating journey from chorus girl to celebrated star. She recounts a memorable encounter with sharks and Steven Spielberg, highlighting the valuable lessons learned from mentors like Glenda Jackson. Celia also addresses the sensitive topic of eating disorders, emphasizing the importance of support for those affected. With anecdotes of creativity and camaraderie, her stories are both humorous and poignant, reflecting the complexities of life in the entertainment industry.
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From Tea Girl to Star
Celia Imrie worked as an assistant stage manager and understudied for Glenda Jackson, directed by Trevor Nunn.
Years later, Imrie starred in Acorn Antiques, directed by Nunn, and reminded him of her earlier role.
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Ballet School Rejection and Eating Disorder
Celia Imrie's mother hid a rejection letter from the Royal Ballet School, stating Imrie would be "too big."
Imrie developed an eating disorder upon finding the letter, aiming to become smaller.
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Seeking Help for Eating Disorders
Seek help if struggling with an eating disorder; resources like Beat are available.
Talking about these issues and seeking support is crucial for recovery.
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King Lear, written by William Shakespeare around 1604-1606, is a tragedy that follows the story of King Lear, who decides to retire and divide his kingdom among his three daughters: Goneril, Regan, and Cordelia. The division is based on the eloquence of their declarations of love for him. However, Lear's youngest and favorite daughter, Cordelia, refuses to flatter him and is disinherited. The play unfolds with Lear's descent into madness, the betrayal by his elder daughters, and the subplot involving the Earl of Gloucester and his sons. Ultimately, the play ends in tragedy with the deaths of Lear, Cordelia, and several other main characters, highlighting themes of deception, power, and the consequences of poor judgment[1][2][5].
Hedda Gabler
Henrik Ibsen
Kenneth Stoeffler
Content Warning: This episode includes discussions about eating disorders, which some listeners may find sensitive. Please explore other episodes if this isn’t the right one for you today.
David Tennant sits down with actress and national treasure Celia Imrie. Celia discusses her incredible journey in the entertainment industry, sharing stories from her early days as a chorus girl to becoming an award-winning actor. She shares how her fascination with sharks lead to an encounter with Jaws (and ultimately Steven Spielberg); the lessons she learnt from working with Glenda Jackson early in her career and making tea for Trevor Nunn. Celia also opens up about the importance of supporting those struggling with eating disorders. If you or someone you know needs help, you can visit charities like Beat: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/.
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