The Head of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art joined us on Breakfast

Gerry and Dave had an absolute ball in their interview with Edward Hicks, Head of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.
Well, maybe Dave, a little more so.  The giggles give it away.  Gerry asks if British actors are a little bit uglier than American ones.

Covering a whole load of subjects, Edward Hicks chatted over the increasing importance of TV and film, as the two spearhead young ambition in the realm of performance.

The power of the screen still reigns supreme in society though, as research from Sky notes that over a quarter of Brits have made changes to their lives as a result of something they’ve seen on TV.  The draw of, and power of, top-end television has never been as apparent as it is now and the potential for inspiration is stronger than ever.

For some, the step-up to try and tackle that dream and live their inspiration involves going to an establishment such as the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, where they can hone their ability and launch themselves towards their dreams.

Being the head of film, TV and radio at RADA, Edward Hicks has seen first-hand the increasing ability of television and film to reach further and further as time passes.  In his time at RADA, Edward has taught the likes of Taron Egerton, James Norton, Sophie Rundle, and has had technical graduates work behind the camera on the Batman franchise as well as Spectre, Doctor Foster and Call the Midwife.

 

 

Gerry and Dave fire questions at, and have a whole load of fun with, the head of film, TV and radio at RADA, Edward Hicks.