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18 October 2026
Vicky McClure
A BAFTA award-winner, Vicky is a familiar face on our screens with leading roles in critically acclaimed series Line of Duty, Trigger Point and This is England among others. Vicky is also well-known for her charity work: she founded Our Dementia Choir in 2019 following her late grandmother’s diagnosis with Alzheimer’s.
5 July 2026
Freddie Fox
A graduate of Guildhall School of Music and Drama, Freddie is best known for his starring roles as King Hugo in Hulu’s hit series The Great, Spider Webb in Apple TV’s award-winning Slow Horses, and Gwayne Hightower in HBO’s critically acclaimed series House of the Dragon.
7 June 2026
Rupert Everett
A firm fixture on stage and screen since the 1980s, Rupert shot to international stardom with his roles in Another Country, My Best Friend’s Wedding and Shakespeare in Love. Known for his affinity with Oscar Wilde’s writing, Rupert went on to star in An Ideal Husband and The Importance of Being Earnest, and later wrote, directed and starred in The Happy Prince, chronicling the author’s final days. More recently, Rupert has joined the cast of the Disney+ hit show Rivals (based on Jilly Cooper’s cult novel) for its newly-released second season as Malise Gordon – a central character shaking up Rutshire.
26 April 2026
Sir Simon Russell Beale
The multi-Olivier Award-winning actor will share insights as a major star of stage and screen, ranging from iconic career-defining Shakespearean roles, including Hamlet, King Lear and Falstaff, to modern classics such as The Lehman Trilogy. Simon is equally in endless demand for blockbuster television dramas (Downton Abbey) and films (The Death of Stalin, Operation Mincemeat, The Magic Faraway Tree).
26 October 2025
Sir David Suchet
Celebrated worldwide for his definitive portrayal of Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot, Sir David Suchet's career spans over five decades across television, film, and stage. From classical theatre with the RSC to award-winning performances in Shakespeare, Sophocles, and Miller, Suchet is revered for his meticulous craft, depth, and unwavering dedication to the art of performance.
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29 September 2025
Russell Tovey
From The History Boys and Being Human to Him & Her, Years and Years, Looking, and The Pass, his performances have earned him both critical praise and a devoted following. Beyond acting, Russell is also an influential voice in the art world, co-hosting the celebrated podcast Talk Art and championing contemporary artists and emerging talent.
13 July 2025
Martin Shaw
From his iconic television roles in The Professionals, Judge John Deed and Inspector George Gently, to his critically acclaimed performances in the West End and on Broadway, Shaw has earned a place as one of the country's most respected actors.
18 May 2025
Dame Joanna Lumley
From her unforgettable role as the inimitable Patsy Stone in Absolutely Fabulous to her acclaimed work as an actress, presenter, author, and activist, Joanna's career has been nothing short of extraordinary.
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16 March 2025
Julian Clary
Celebrated for his razor-sharp comedy and larger-than-life stage presence, Julian has captivated audiences for decades with his charismatic charm.
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26 January 2025
Brian Cox CBE
Best known for his powerful roles in Succession, Braveheart, and The Bourne Identity, Brian Cox's career spans decades of award-winning work on stage and screen.
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15 December 2024
Michael and Hilary Whitehall
Known for their sharp wit and charm, Michael and Hilary have become beloved figures on television, most notably through the hit series Travels with My Father, alongside their son, comedian and actor Jack Whitehall.
10 November 2024
Michael Sheen
From his remarkable career, from his powerful performances on the West End and Broadway, to his unforgettable roles in television, including Good Omens and his portrayal of Tony Blair in The Queen and the Damned United.
13 October 2024
Sir Derek Jacobi
From his beginnings with Laurence Olivier as one of the founding members of the National Theatre, to his widely awarded appearances in television, from his BAFTA awarded role in I, Claudius, to his Emmy-award winning appearance in Frasier; Jacobi is also no stranger to the silver screen, appearing alongside Russel Crowe in the iconic Gladiator.
15t September 2024
Paterson Joseph
A familiar face since the early 1990s, Paterson’s roles encompass everything from the classics – having made his name at the Royal Shakespeare Company – to comedy, with roles in both Peep Show and Green Wing. More recently, he starred as the villainous Arthur Slugworth in the musical film Wonka.
14 July 2024
Charles Dance
The actor shares a number of special highlights, from his beginnings at the RSC, to his debut on the big screen, in James Bond film For Your Eyes Only and latterly his acclaimed portrayal of Lord Mountbatten in The Crown.
16 June 2024
Timothy West
Timothy has an eclectic seven-decade career that has seen him play King Lear four times and Macbeth twice, as well as roles in popular TV shows, including Brass, Coronation Street and EastEnders.
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12 May 2024
Felicity Kendal
From her portrayal as Barbara in the BBC’s now iconic sitcom The Good Life, through to extensive West End work including multiple collaborations with director Peter Hall, the actress shares her career highlights, as well as personal insights into a fascinating life, including a childhood spent in repertory theatre in India.
21 April 2024
Sir Ian McKellen
Legendary British actor Sir Ian McKellen, fittingly regarded as a cultural icon Sir Ian’s award-winning career spans seven illustrious decades on stage and screen.
17 March 2024
Patsy Kensit
From an early film with Robert Redford to roles in Emmerdale and EastEnders via a cult pop career, Patsy Kensit is one of the UK’s favourite faces.
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11 February 2024
Dame Harriet Walter
Dame Harriet Walter has been lighting up stage and screen for several decades in a prolific career encompassing performances in Downton Abbey, The Crown, Killing Eve and Succession, as well as comedy hits including Ted Lasso.
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20 January 2024
Anne Reid MBE
Anne found early nationwide fame, as Valerie Tatlock in ‘Coronation Street’. But she escaped the cobbles and set off on a long and illustrious career that has so far spanned 66 years. She brought the nation to tears this year, alongside Timothy Spall in the acclaimed BBC four-parter, ‘The Sixth Commandment’
19 November 2023
Juliet Stevenson
Juliet Stevenson's career in film and theatre has delivered numerous memorable performances. She is perhaps best-known for the raw, heart-wrenching "Truly, Madly, Deeply” and her comedic charm in "Bend It Like Beckham".
8 October 2023
Richard Armitage
Richard’s many career highlights, from his iconic role as Thorin in Peter Jackson’s adaptation of 'The Hobbit' trilogy, to his recent lead role in Netflix’s 'Obsession'.
6 August 2023
Sir Michael Palin
Sir Michael’s work is beloved by generations and started with many now legendary sketches with Monty Python, a prolific acting and comedy career aside, Sir Michael’s love of history, art and adventure later culminated in ‘Around the World in 80 Days’.
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25 June 2023
Lesley Manville
Best known for her huge body of work with the inimitable Mike Leigh; including films such as 'Secrets and Lies', 'Vera Drake' and 'Another Year' - for which she earned a BAFTA nomination.
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21 May 2023
Brian Cox CBE
Brian Cox was recognised for his outstanding service to science first with an OBE in 2010 and a CBE. He presented the awe-inspiring ‘Wonders of the Solar System’ tv series and he has written a number of best-selling books including ‘The Universe’, ‘Human Universe’ and ‘Why Does E=mc2?‘.
19 February 2023
Michael Ball
Michael made his West End debut in ‘Les Miserables’, then later starred in ‘Phantom of the Opera’ in 1987 and ‘Aspects of Love’. Michael had a major UK single 'Love Changes Everything' and was later recognised with two Olivier Awards for his role in 'Hairspray' and 'Sweeney Todd'.
22 January 2023
Stephen Mangan
Stephen is best known for his iconic roles on television, starring in ‘Episodes’ as Sean Lincoln; ‘Green Wing’ and ‘The Split’. Other performances include the title role in ‘The Norman Conquests’ at The Old Vic and 'Circle in the Square on Broadway', earning a Tony nomination in the process.
20 November 2022
Sir Tony Robinson
Sir Tony’s comedic dexterity shone playing the role that made him: Edmund Blackadder’s lowly surf Baldrick - he of the cunning plan! Blackadder crowned Sir Tony as a great British King of Comedy - while, in 2013, he was knighted for public and political service.
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16 October 2022
Alison Steadman
From her breakout performance in Mike Leigh’s ‘Abigail’s Party’ in 1977 to her beloved role as Pam in ‘Gavin and Stacey’, Alison is a true icon whose career has spanned more than 50 years on the stage and the screen – and earned her countless awards and accolades along the way.
25 September 2022
Patricia Hodge OBE
First stepping out on the West End in Bob Fosse’s hit musical ‘Pippin’, to gracing the silver screen in 'The Elephant Man' and 'Betrayal', and starring in hit TV shows such as 'Rumpole of the Bailey', ‘All Creatures Great and Small’ and 'Miranda'. Join us on Saturday 25th September for an exclusive evening with Patricia Hodge OBE.
17 July 2022
Nigel Havers
From starring roles in blockbuster films, such as 'Chariots of Fire' and 'Empire of the Sun', to appearing on our TV screens in 'Don’t Wait Up', 'The Charmer' and ‘Coronation Street’, join us for an exclusive evening with Nigel on Sunday 17th July.
19 June 2022
Dame Maureen Lipman
From gracing our screens as “Beattie” in those BT adverts during the ‘80s to playing Evelyn Plummer in Coronation Street, Maureen Lipman’s storied career has seen her take to the stage, screen and the page across five decades.
24 April 2022
Simon Callow
From starring in ‘Four Weddings and a Funeral’, to touring his one-man shows around the UK, acclaimed writer, actor and director, Simon Callow¸ will join us on Sunday 24th April for an intimate evening where he’ll reveal the secrets to his success over the last five decades.
20 March 2022
Hugh Bonneville
With a career that’s earned numerous accolades and awards, Hugh is perhaps best known for playing the Earl of Grantham in ‘Downton Abbey’, as well as appearing in the BAFTA award-winning comedy W1A, iconic films such as ‘Notting Hill’ and ‘Paddington’, and stints behind the scenes as writer, producer and director.