113. For 24 Hours Only - Ruth Wilson on her upcoming, epic, one-off, marathon performance

We’re excited to tell you that this week’s guest is Ruth Wilson, the multiple-award winning British actress who’s about to star in an extraordinary theatrical event at The Young Vic on 19th May. ‘The Second Woman’ is going to incorporate one electrifying 24-hour performance, involving one scene, one woman and 100 men.  Ruth plays Virginia and will be on stage for a full 24 hours as 100 different men star opposite her while she performs over and over again a scene between a man and woman in a failing relationship. You can buy a ticket for the full 24 hours or just stay a few minutes.  Listen in to hear what made Ruth take on this role and how she’s preparing herself for this epic marathon performance. We also find out about her new TV series that will be out in the autumn.

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