Front Row, Front Row, Tilda Swinton, Michael Sheen on the new Welsh National Theatre, Richard Burton's influential teacher

Front Row

Front Row

Tilda Swinton, Michael Sheen on the new Welsh National Theatre, Richard Burton's influential teacher

April 2, 2025

42 minutes

Available for over a year

Tilda Swinton talks about her role in Joshua Oppenheimer's post-apocalyptic musical film The End, and about her intention to take a break from acting,

Actor and artistic director of the new Welsh National Theatre Michael Sheen, and screenwriter Russell T Davies reveal plans for the company's first season.

Plus we discuss the influence of schoolmaster Philip Burton on the legendary actor Richard Burton, as a new book, and a film starring Toby Jones, explore the impact of the teacher on Burton's life.

Presenter: Kirsty Wark

Producer: Mark Crossan