Emma Rice: podcast appearances and interviews

Emma Juliet Rice, born in August 1967, is a British actor, director, and writer known for her dynamic and fearless approach to theatre. Her work includes theatrical adaptations of classical and contemporary stories such as Brief Encounter, The Red Shoes, and Wise Children. Over her career, she has been recognized as a significant influence in the arts, being named in the Sky Arts Top 50 most influential British artists in 2022. Rice’s extensive experience includes a twenty-year tenure with Kneehigh Theatre in Cornwall, where she served as an actor, director, and later as artistic director alongside co-artistic director Mike Shepherd. She also held the position of Artistic Director at Shakespeare's Globe from 2016 to 2018. Following her time at Shakespeare's Globe, Rice founded her own touring theatre company, Wise Children, which continues to contribute to the theatrical landscape. Her work is characterized by innovative storytelling and a bold approach to theatrical production.