IN THE ROOM

Actor Callie Cooke graduated from ArtsEd in 2015. After leaving drama school Callie starred in Firebird at Trafalgar Studios which saw her nominated for best newcomer at the 2016 Evening Standard Awards. Her TV credits include The Stranger (Netflix), Rules of the Game (BBC), Cheaters (BBC) and Wedding Season (Disney Plus). A hugely valuable and entertaining discussion with an actor...

Actors Matthew Philip Harris and Christian Lee Smith are back InTheRoom for a second series. This week discussing the changes made to the podcast and giving a teaser of what's to come in the months ahead. Arguably the most important change for this series is the introduction of a sponsor; the wonderful team at Actors Coaching International. ''A revolutionary way of working, an exciting community a...

Matt and Christian are finally back for the first ever InTheRoom special. With Charles Dickens’ ‘A Christmas Carol’ in mind and the wonderful company of actor friends Jack Crutch and Gareth Morgan; they discuss the Ghosts of the industry past, present and those yet to come. Oh and did we mention there’s also a packed Christmas quiz? If you were hoping for professionalism in this episode, we can on...

DCH Management are a London based boutique agency specialising in film, tv, commercial and theatre for UK & international clients. We spoke to founder and soul agent Darren Chadwick-Hussein. Actors Matthew Philip Harris and Christian Lee Smith, want to try and answer the question “how do I get in the room?” While it’s a multifaceted question they believe every creative can find their answer. T...

Maven Casting & Associates is a proud champion of emerging and diverse talent. Founder Emma Norman is also an actor. Performing in cruising, cabaret, national and international theatre. Emma found her feet in casting whilst looking after various in-house projects for companies such as Live Nation.  She now casts for a huge range of projects from musical theatre to tv and everything in-bet...

Tax for actors is a boutique accounting practice, supporting individuals and businesses within the performing arts. Founded in 2011 by our guest Owen Woodgate. TFA work with clients at every stage of their career, offering a straight forward, jargon free service. They have also recently released an app for their clients.  Actors Matthew Philip Harris and Christian Lee Smith, want to try and a...

Glenn Chandler is an award winning playwright, author and director. His best known work being the tv show Taggart running from 1985 to 2010. Since then he has focused more on theatre. His company Boys of the Empire bring a show annually to The Fringe, often transferring back to London at Above The Stag Theatre. Actors Matthew Philip Harris and Christian Lee Smith, want to try and answer the questi...

Bonnie and Betty are one of the leading child agencies in the business. Set up in 2009 by Bonnie, the agency enjoys working with all parents and clients on a personal and approachable level, ensuring consistent and positive feedback. Bonnie and Betty’s outlook creates a close knit, friendly feel to the agency. Actors Matthew Philip Harris and Christian Lee Smith, want to try and answer the questio...

Harvey voices are an industry leading voiceover agency.  Agency director Emma set up Harvey Voices in 2006 with the goal to provide talented actors a good ‘home’ to allow their voiceover career to flourish while providing a friendly, efficient service to their clients. Actors Matthew Philip Harris and Christian Lee Smith, want to try and answer the question “how do I get in the room?”  ...

Louise Jameson is a classically trained actor who’s first love is the stage. With credits ranging from the West End to The RSC. Currently starring in The Mousetrap at the St. Martins Theatre. Best known for her roles in shows such as Dr Who and Eastenders. Louise is also a writer and director for audio & the stage. Actors Matthew Philip Harris and Christian Lee Smith, want to try and answer th...

James Quaife is a top UK producer. Owner of James Quaife Productions, founded in 2009 and cofounder of New Frame productions, formed in 2020. James has produced work both in the West End and around the UK. He is passionate about nurturing and developing new and innovative work for the stage. As well as producing the highest quality of theatre and live entertainment possible. Actors Matthew Ph...

Eve Leigh is an award-winning, internationally recognised writer. Working between theatre, screen, games, installation, and digital art. Eve's work has been put on at theatres such as The Royal Court, Bush Theatre and is currently working on commissions for The RSC, The National and more. Actors Matthew Philip Harris and Christian Lee Smith, want to try and answer the question “how do I get i...

Megan Jarvie is an actor and intimacy coordinator based in London. Megan has worked as an intimacy coordinator in productions such as Dogfight at the Southwark Playhouse. Actors Matthew Philip Harris and Christian Lee Smith, want to try and answer the question “how do I get in the room?”   While it’s a multifaceted question they believe every creative can find their answer. They hope to do th...

Islam Bouakkaz is an actor best known for his leading role as Arman in Netflix series 'The letter for the king' Islam provides us with an in depth look into his process & the incredible journey he has been on to get to where he is today. Actors Matthew Philip Harris and Christian Lee Smith, want to try and answer the question “how do I get in the room?”   While it’s a multifaceted questio...

Anthony Meindl is an award-winning director, writer, actor, acting coach, entrepreneur, author and inspirational speaker. No really, all of them! As an acting teacher, he’s known for revolutionizing a more modern understanding of acting training. He founded Anthony Meindl's Actor Workshop in 1998 and has schools in Los Angeles and locations in 9 other cities around the world. Actors Matthew Philip...

Kodi Jackman & Alexandra Wright are two actors based in LA, who are passionate about & have a great understanding of Shakespeare. They run Shakepod, a podcast focussed on breaking down Shakespeare's characters, with brilliant guest actors. The discussion focussed on their careers, relationship with Shakespeare, as well as working on classical text. Actors Matthew Philip Harris and Christia...

Sydney Aldridge has been working as a casting director since 2015. She has worked with casting directors such as Sasha Robertson and Rose Wicksteed. As well as going freelance under the name Sydney Aldridge casting. Sydney has recently been accepted as a member of the Casting Directors Guild. Actors Matthew Philip Harris and Christian Lee Smith, want to try and answer the question “how do I get in...

Dan Pringle is an award winning film director, writer and producer. He has won awards for his feature films and worked with named talent such as Andrew Scott. He has recently established a new production company called Motum film. Actors Matthew Philip Harris and Christian Lee Smith, want to try and answer the question “how do I get in the room?”   While it’s a multifaceted question they beli...

Nicholas Dawkes is one of London’s leading headshot photographers, and has specialised in shooting head shots for the last 15 years. He is current chairman of the Association of professional headshot photographers (APHP), and a strong voice within the industry, carrying a wealth of knowledge, working with the U.K.’s top actors and agents. Shooting from his studio based in West London, he captures...

Matthew Parker is an award winning theatre director, actor and the former Artistic Director of The Hope Theatre where he won the OFFIE award for 'best artistic director'. He has a passion for bringing his vivid visual imagination and physical approach to his storytelling and relishes a collaborative process. Actors Matthew Philip Harris and Christian Lee Smith, want to try and answer the ques...

Union Management is an agency founded in 2015. They provide their actors with a bespoke client to client approach. They encourage their 'partners' to treat themselves like a business and have strong industry links with America. We spoke to head agent Danny Steele who is also an actor. The INTERVIEWS: Industry professionals talk to us about their career and what we can learn from it...

Fran Chance is the founder of Reel Recordings, a bespoke commercial voiceover reel production service. Fran worked as a voiceover agent for top agencies such as Excellent talent, Sue Terry voices and Shepherd management. An outstanding voicereel is vital to finding representation and VO work. An often misunderstood medium, it was great to talk and get advice from one of the very best in the Voiceo...

Nigel Fairs is an actor and writer based in Brighton. He has worked on television, theatre, radio and film, performing everywhere from the West End and National Theatre to HM Prison Holloway! As a writer he has had a large number of plays and seven musicals produced. He has also written over a hundred murder mystery scripts, which are performed throughout the world. An audio drama series based on...

Showreels are the definition of an ‘ESSENTIAL’. Without one it’s almost impossible for an actor to get work on screen. Daniel Johnson is a film director and writer from London. Passionate about writing led film projects, he makes his own work, corporate films and also produces professional showreels for actors under his business Daniel Johnson Films. We’d like to thank Dan for his time, knowledge...

Will Austin is the owner of Self-TapeUK a bespoke self-tape and showreel production company based in London. Will is also an actor with screen credits such as The Batman, Doctor Who and The Windsors. Actors Matthew Philip Harris and Christian Lee Smith, want to try and answer the question “how do I get in the room?”  While it’s a multifaceted question they believe every creative can find thei...