Actor Jonathan Bailey, known for his role as Fiyero in the adaptation of Wicked, reflects on his transformative career. As he prepares for Richard II at the Bridge Theatre, directed by Nicholas Hytner, he acknowledges how far he has come since his earlier struggles with confidence after not attending drama school. Bailey’s appreciation for classical theatre has grown, shaped by key experiences including the seminal impact of Jurassic Park on his childhood. He appreciates the full-circle moments of his evolving career in the arts and the progress he has made as an actor.
I remember thinking Fiyero was such a good part. It was a milestone for me seeing the stage show as a child.
Landing the role of Cassio in Othello had been so important to me then. I came into the rehearsal process not mature or confident enough.
There are all these stories we are born into that we have to unpick. For me, one of those was how limited I felt.
I didn't go to drama school, and there was a common belief that if you hadn't, you wouldn't be able to do classical texts.
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