Bell Shakespeare Company Episodes

Episode 97: Harriet Gordon-Anderson on Resilience, Shakespeare, and the Art of Being Yourself In this episode, Max Belmonte sits down with the incredibly versatile Harriet Gordon-Anderson. From the prestigious halls of WAAPA to the iconic stage of Bell Shakespeare, Harriet’s journey is a masterclass in artistic resilience. We dive deep into her three-year odyssey playing the title role in Hamlet—a production that faced the unprecedented challenge of being shut down twice by the pandemic. H...

In this episode, we sit down with Darren Gilshenan, an award-winning actor and NIDA alumni whose career spans iconic Australian television, film, and a decade with the Bell Shakespeare company. Darren dives deep into the technical "cornerstones" of acting, the strategic complexity of comedy, and what it really takes to stay relevant in a competitive industry. Key Takeaways Building the Character Framework Darren shares the specific processes he uses to find a character’s headspace, especia...

Episode 39: John Bell’s Wisdom, Rehearsal Debates, and What We’re Watching 📝 Episode Summary In this episode, Max and Sam navigate the highs and lows of the Acting industry, from learning at the feet of an Australian legend to the practical realities of self-taping in your living room. 💡 Key Takeaways from this Episode Learning from a Legend: Max recaps an exclusive masterclass with John Bell, founder of Bell Shakespeare. We discuss his career, his take on the "mumbling" trend in mo...