Life in Stages S1 Ep4: Bill Nighy, Andrew Lincoln and Chiwetel Ejiofor in conversation at the NT

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3 жыл бұрын

Award-winning actors Bill Nighy, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Andrew Lincoln reunite 20 years on from starring together in Joe Penhall’s critically acclaimed Blue/Orange at the National Theatre (2000) and in much-loved film Love Actually (2003). Subscribe for more from the National Theatre: kzfaq.info?sub_conf...
The trio get together to discuss and reflect on their extensive acting careers. Filmed in the empty Lyttelton theatre, Life in Stages is the National Theatre’s brand-new interview series profiling some of the biggest names in British theatre.
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S1 Ep1 Olivia Colman and Rufus Norris: • Life in Stages S1 Ep1:...
S1 Ep2 Jessie Buckley and Josh O'Connor: • Life in Stages S1 Ep2:...
S1 Ep3 Adrian Lester and Meera Syal: • Life in Stages S1 Ep3:...
S1 Ep4 Chiwetel Ejiofor, Bill Nighy and Andrew Lincoln: • Life in Stages S1 Ep4:...
S1 Ep5 Dominic Cooke and Sophie Okonedo: • Life in Stages S1 Ep5:...
S1 Ep6 Clint Dyer and Kae Tempest: • Life in Stages S1 Ep6:...
Each episode of Life in Stages features a pair of creatives reflecting on their stage careers, and revealing the funny, personal and poignant stories behind everything from their earliest theatre memory to their biggest professional highs and lows.
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@NationalTheatre 3 жыл бұрын

Fun fact! Bill, Chiwetel and Andrew all went for pizza on Southbank, London, after recording this conversation, as they used to do when they were performing in Blue/Orange at the National Theatre.

@vic9543 3 жыл бұрын

...in a taxi and listening to Barry White while inhaling M&Ms?

@speedify1093 3 жыл бұрын

Wow gg.

@vaanya8163 3 жыл бұрын

Wowieee that is so sweet

@bluebellbeatnik4945 Жыл бұрын

can you recommend the place? not to stalk but to eat.

@bluebellbeatnik4945 Жыл бұрын

hello is blue/orange available to see anywhere like on national theatre at home???

@carolcaldwell 3 жыл бұрын

BEST QUOTE EVER: "I'm not good at happiness but I'm quite good at relief." Hahahaha 🤣

@ReallyGottaTap 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I paused the video to write that one down.

@helenl3193 Жыл бұрын

Such a mood!

@bluebellbeatnik4945 Жыл бұрын

for many relief is happiness

@sharonroyal3594 3 жыл бұрын

If Bill Nighy just read a phonebook, I probably would be entertained. I wish I could see film of everything he ever performed, whether stage, movies or tv. Maybe, someone will make a documentary.

@irenejohnston6802 3 жыл бұрын

Bill Nighy, so cool, seemingly effortless

@WHITEYY18LOVER 3 жыл бұрын

I can not wait to see ANDY. I've missed him so much. 🥰

@Rknowles813 3 жыл бұрын

I miss Andrew Lincoln on TWD so much

@sephrajackson3381 3 жыл бұрын

Oh how I’ve missed my Blue Eyed British Angel aka Andrew Lincoln 💙💙💙💙💙💙

@heidilundpriskorn4942 3 жыл бұрын

Bill Nighy, such a wonderful actor. And the 3 of them make such a great team.

@TheKlysk 3 жыл бұрын

I thought it was a Love Actually reunion!

@wonka3209 3 жыл бұрын

OMG! Right!

@danielhawksford7410 3 жыл бұрын

Just the tonic I need for my doubts and fears about performing. More actors like Bill pls.

@xinxinli8779 3 жыл бұрын

I am really touched by Chiwetel’s comment on Covid in the end. Really look forward to experiencing these thought-provoking exchange in the theatre in-person soon.

@justachickwholovesmash 3 жыл бұрын

I can not bloody wait for the theatre doors to open, the stage lights to go down and the magic to begin!

@bluecowboyyoga 3 жыл бұрын

I thought about simply listening to this and letting it play like a podcast while I went about 'tasking'-I'm so glad I didn't and really one can't. Their conversation is so lovely, refreshing, honest-and expressive. Which is why one really has to *watch* this to appreciate all of it. Thank you for sharing it NT :)))

@precioustraveler 3 жыл бұрын

I was about to just listen while drifting of to sleep in bed; however, your comment changed my mind. I’ll wait and WATCH it in the morning. Thanks!

@helenl3193 Жыл бұрын

I attempted to just listen while making dinner. ... The food burned, but it was definitely worth it!

@tashannholloway5292 3 жыл бұрын

So great to see Andy again. 🔥🥰 We miss him so much. 🥺 This new content will be a treat.❤ Thank you for sharing the experience with his fans. He is loved.😘

@michonnegrimes880 3 жыл бұрын

This was awesome between these three great actors and friends. So happy to watch Andy, Chiwetel and Bill speak in their element and about their theater roots. 🥰

@angelacompton7630 Жыл бұрын

@Bill Nighy Same words

@ziggyplayedaccordion 3 жыл бұрын

The whole conversation is a pure delight. Three absolute masters of their craft. I wish this video could go for hours, thank you for this gem!

@charlesanderson2213 3 жыл бұрын

What a pleasure to see the cast of Blue/Orange together again. One of my favourite theatrical experiences of the last 20 years. The love of the craft, and their amazing life stories, made this conversation a joy. Cannot wait to get back to the theatre.

@ReallyGottaTap 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful to see great actors being lovely, thoughtful people as well. Thank you. The art of acting and the art of living align.

@gaildeal7826 3 жыл бұрын

I saw Blue/Orange and sat on the stage. It was such a powerful experience. I took a group of students. Some of them could not get over the spit in the lights!

@annethomas5727 3 жыл бұрын

I wish the National would run Blue Orange again as I clearly missed a wonderful play, I assume it would have to be recast but their discussion is a great advert for it, So enjoyed this discussion appreciate all three actors, Bill Nighy is such a good raconteur. Thanks for putting this on.

@marjoriehayes2906 3 жыл бұрын

I think they could all play those roles again.

@helenl3193 Жыл бұрын

It does sound like it was a very intense show and probably very draining as a result, so I wouldn't blame them of they didn't want to revisit it, but I'd love if they did. I also wonder how their experiences since (both in life as well as professional growth) would colour their performances. It does definitely sound like a play that's just as relevant today (unfortunately)

@MegaPropi Жыл бұрын

I think it's safe to assume that the original run was not recorded in any way? There are hardly any photos from it, let alone recordings, to be found on Google...

@missnwo9563 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this I love both Andrew and chiwetel I hope they work together again they have great chemistry and are amazing talents

@michelleharris4219 3 жыл бұрын

This was absolutely brilliant! Thank you so much for bringing this to us, what a joy to listen to...I was only unhappy when it ended 💕😊💕

@birgittbach3298 3 жыл бұрын

It was so good. The openness and connectedness of the three was a touching experience. I will work on my English language skills, because many of the intricacies of the conversation I still had to work hard to learn. Because I don't want to miss anything. I enjoyed this conversation so much. Thank you.

@helenl3193 Жыл бұрын

I hope this isn't condescending to say, especially as a random stranger but, I wouldn't have known from your comment that English isn't your first language if you hadn't said. Kudos on learning a new language - I have dyslexia and REALLY struggle with languages much to my frustration so am always very impressed by others who can master it. I hope your studies have continued well and you're going from strength to strength with it :)

@angelacompton7630 Жыл бұрын

@Bill Nighy The exact words I received on messenger in April 2021!!!

@angelacompton7630 Жыл бұрын

@Bill Nighy Whoever you are it’s all so over rehearsed!

@ladisneyprincesse 3 жыл бұрын

The three of them did this play, worked on Love Actually, two of them became Disney villains, two were in zombie material!

@amyistlost3862 3 жыл бұрын

I cannot wait to see Andrew!

@TraceyOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

This was heartening and important. Thank you Gentlemen, thank you to all involved.

@Mia7189 3 жыл бұрын

I plan to visit NYC and see some amazing theater when Broadway opens up in the Fall, and next year, I will definitely visit London and take in some theater on the West End. Can't wait!

@user-uh4cf8lw1i 3 жыл бұрын

I can’t wait to see andy oh god i’ve missed him so much 😭❤️

@subberfischer 3 жыл бұрын

Blue/Orange was one of the best new plays I remember seeing, I knew none of those three actors at the time, very, very memorable. Fantastic stuff, and so relevant.

@simonlawrencesings 3 жыл бұрын

I feel very lucky to have seen their production of Blue/Orange. It has stayed with me ever since as one of the greatest pieces of theatre I've ever seen.

@seanmcquillan8024 3 жыл бұрын

Loved this,thank you.

@VarietyD 3 жыл бұрын

This is Brilliant, Thought Provoking yet Inspiring 😌🎭❤💜😎

@lauragoblin 3 жыл бұрын

Grazie! This was amazing!

@anitadannenfelser8072 3 жыл бұрын

Oh Andrew, your so missed. We all love you so. Mesmerizing

@carolmcbrideonline 2 жыл бұрын

ABSOLUTELY a treasure to hear you!

@dantyn6705 3 жыл бұрын

I f-ing loved this thanks!

@taylorMFilms Жыл бұрын

Marvellous, marvellous conversation with greats.

@gm9075 3 жыл бұрын

AL is right. Never prick your sausage...and no, that's not a euphemism..! What an utterly brilliant chat...more please...

@felibhr 2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous interview, thanks for posting 🇦🇺

@samtrotter7177 3 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to this!

@mandamooseful 3 жыл бұрын

One day, I'll actually make it to see a play at the National. These conversations are making it more of goal now. Just bloody hard if you don't live within commuting distance of the capital!

@helenl3193 Жыл бұрын

I know it's not exactly the same experience as being there, but FYI they do have an 'at home' option now, for non-Londoners and those of us who have health/accessibility issues. It was such a treat for me when I discovered it as I live in London but struggle to get to the theatre since a back injury a decade ago. Anyway just in case you weren't aware of it because most of my friends weren't :)

@garybland782 2 жыл бұрын

All class. How I have missed going to the theatre as a punter, and being on stage as an actor.

@anapolessi9822 3 жыл бұрын

Three great actors! I like them so much but i love Andy!

@elsi8011 3 жыл бұрын

Omg I have loved to see Andy again 🥰❤

@molliep21 2 жыл бұрын

This is such a delight

@CasperLCat 2 ай бұрын

Andrew’s voice on Walking Dead isn’t just perfectly American and slightly Southern, it often seems to come from a very deep, grave, weary place, that isn’t his real-life placement, judging by his actual voice, here. Very cool.

@marcialeal6376 3 жыл бұрын

Wow!! Great actors👏👏 Brilhant 😍😍😍

@yvette1631 3 жыл бұрын

ahh the love actually reunion of it all 🥰💕

@JustMe_360 3 жыл бұрын

I'm only here for my baby Andrew ❤😭 Love the socks btw 🤣💛

@alessandradiciaccia1929 3 жыл бұрын

I want see Bill Nighy 😍😍😍

@vic9543 3 жыл бұрын

Same here, see and listen to him.

@alessandradiciaccia1929 3 жыл бұрын

@@vic9543 Exactly, I love him ❤

@adoculos4521 Жыл бұрын

I see him regularly in local cafes as he lives near me. Amazingly, he looks very ordinary in real life, and quite old now.

@joelgreenberg8640 3 жыл бұрын

life in stages must continue on and on

@abinthomasabraham5033 3 жыл бұрын

Andrew lincoln👍

@vickisika375 3 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to hear Chiwetel & others

@stephaniehendricks3537 3 жыл бұрын

I know what I am watching after I get home from work tonight.

@Sliverth 3 жыл бұрын

Nighy: “I’m not good at happiness but I’m quite good at relief.”

@precioustraveler 3 жыл бұрын

That was a JOY!

@emmaknightley 3 жыл бұрын

Didn't realize they were in something together before Love Actually!

@anapolessi9822 3 жыл бұрын

Pessoal, preciso ir. Mais tarde quero ver tudo novamente! Meu xerife!

@h20delorian 3 жыл бұрын

Really enjoying this so far :) Left off at 4:13

@jackieheaney6864 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic!!!

@StefanosVlas 2 жыл бұрын

What a joy to listen to these guys...

@r4b32t11 2 жыл бұрын

What a fab trio… 👌🏼

@seraphindavid1898 3 жыл бұрын

Ha they were all in Love Actually. Neat.

@seanmcquillan8024 3 жыл бұрын

“Lazy casting” (what a great chat)

@sashana8310 3 жыл бұрын

All 3 great actors. Missing Andy especially though; one of the nicest guys

@anapolessi9822 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely!

@danielj2000 Жыл бұрын

Lets gooo! Love actually reunion!

@cmebake Жыл бұрын

3 amazing British actors. I'm American, but British actors are unique...im my opinion. Andrew lincoln has my ❤️

@ViserysTargaryen_78 3 жыл бұрын

I want to get into acting

@gabikunda3952 3 жыл бұрын

Am here for Rick Grimes ❤️ love them all though.

@sandrashevey8252 3 жыл бұрын

And Hopkins nicked it from Steve McQueen who did it in the Fifties in one of the `Alfred Hitchcock Presents` episodes: `Man From the South`. I LOVED it when McQueen did it and he did it to the actress who became his wife (Neile Adams).

@slaveofgod8474 3 жыл бұрын

I hope bill has a social media that he actually use to stay in touch with his fans

@paulwhiteheadmusic Жыл бұрын

3 Love Actually heavyweights right there!

@luciavitale5903 3 жыл бұрын

I Wish You all the best

@luciavitale5903 2 жыл бұрын

I saw the film amistad. I think it is very good

@anapolessi9822 3 жыл бұрын

Anthony Hopkins fantástic history!lol!

@luciavitale5903 3 жыл бұрын

Tough trio!

@macca5986 2 жыл бұрын

RIP Bill mate xx

@adoculos4521 Жыл бұрын

WTF are you blabbering about?? Are you off your meds??

@upendasana7857 3 жыл бұрын

The play blue/orange sounds like a really important play...especially for psychiatrists to see...did any psychiatrists get invited to the production? ...anyway,I wished I'd have seen it because it sounds like the kind of conversations that need to be had about "mental health","madness or psychosis ...guess I'm gonna have to go and read the play.Such a shame that we cannot see dramas or plays like this on TV ...so many TV dramas are utterly without substance or deal with the kind of pressing subjects that they use to in the 70/80's as I remember even as a kid. Maybe the National could do one of those streaming into cinemas of this play so we all could see it again ? that would be great !!

@d.rabbitwhite 3 жыл бұрын

SO, is drama school not there so that one can get access to information about parts? Isn't that really the reason we do any of the arts schooling? To have access to something...time, space, opportunity...?

@d.rabbitwhite 3 жыл бұрын

I mean because the real learning happens when we do stuff in the world?

@anapolessi9822 3 жыл бұрын

I have to go now, bye beautiful people!

@luciavitale5903 3 жыл бұрын

Davy Jones !!

@ladisneyprincesse 3 жыл бұрын

With Scar and Rick!

@NEIL-CURCIO 2 жыл бұрын

They should show this in Drama school

@natha1 3 жыл бұрын

😍😍😍

@missbritney777 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@missbritney777 3 жыл бұрын

This is hilarious!

@gamingjohn96 3 жыл бұрын

I wonder if he will bring up the walking dead

@HM-yb7hv 3 жыл бұрын

Did he?

@Pau1071 3 жыл бұрын

@@HM-yb7hv yes

@bluebellbeatnik4945 Жыл бұрын

a driver? does the playwright get a driver as well?

@chetleonard169 2 жыл бұрын

The people who built Hlwd back in the 30's are long gone , and so are their sensibilities.

@rigsby1454 3 жыл бұрын

‘They thought it was a musical, it wasn’t a musical..it was a play about AIDS’

@ttyf9245 3 жыл бұрын

ريك❤😍

@chetleonard169 2 жыл бұрын

Being on a film set, and having someone bring you a Frappucino isn't all it's cracked up to be. Sorry

@ttyf9245 3 жыл бұрын

Rick

@WendelltheSongwriter 2 ай бұрын

He's talking about professional actors who do what they do as a job. Nowadays you have way too many touchy feely emotional kids trying to become actors because they're lazy and they don't want to do anything else, and so they don't want to learn their lines

@MartinMaynard 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting talk but what awful camera work, like someone has a box of new toys to play with.

@KC-qi7gn 2 жыл бұрын

I think Chewetel Edigiaford, Idris Elba, Hugh Jakmen, Liam Nieesin ect r 4 of many more England 🇬🇧 Based/USA Actor's out there Broadway N/or movies

@WinnipegTouristDept Жыл бұрын

It is great that they addressed being a black man in Britain, and homosexuality, because nobody else in the UK media or arts ever talks about such things