#6 Neil Gaiman

#6 Neil Gaiman

Author: Hear Me Out: Discussions about Great Theatre and Greater Plays April 12, 2024 Duration: 38:34

Step into the unsettling world of Oscar Wilde's Salomé as Lucy Eaton sits down with acclaimed author and visionary storyteller, Neil Gaiman (write of The Sandman, Good Omens and Coraline). Gaiman shares his insights and reflections on this iconic piece of literature, as he dissects the influence of Wilde's lesser known work. He offers a unique perspective on the enduring significance of this raw and impactful piece by delving into the play’s history and his own personal relationship with it, reading it for the first time age 13. As well as discussing the play, Neil breaks down the joys of seeing his own stories adapted into stage and screen and why theatre has a special place in his heart.


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, Mark Gatiss, Patsy Ferran and Toby Stephens.


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There's a particular kind of conversation that happens after the curtain falls, a mix of technical admiration and personal revelation that usually stays within the industry. Hear Me Out with Lucy Eaton captures that exact feeling, bringing those backstage dialogues directly to you. Each episode revolves around a beautifully simple, yet profoundly revealing question posed to a guest from the world of theatre: "What is your favourite speech?" The answers are never just a recitation. Lucy guides the discussion into the heart of why those words resonate, exploring everything from the sheer brilliance of the playwright's language to the deeply personal, often funny, anecdotes about why that particular piece of text sticks with a performer or director. It’s a celebration of craft that feels both intimate and expansive. By focusing on a single speech, this podcast unlocks wider discussions about character, performance, and the sheer magic of live storytelling. You’ll hear the passion in a voice as they dissect a line’s rhythm, recall a forgotten production, or share how a monologue once changed their perspective. It’s less a formal interview and more the insider chat you always wish you could overhear, making the world of theatre feel accessible and wonderfully alive. Tune in for a unique blend of education and personal reflection, all built around a shared love for the words that make the stage come alive.
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