Olivia Colman, known for her remarkable acting in various roles from The Crown to The Favourite and Wonka, recently shared her dislike for a particular type of acting job. During a podcast episode with Benedict Cumberbatch, Nick Grimshaw, and Angela Hartnett on Waitrose & Partner’s Dish, the conversation turned to unpleasant job experiences. Olivia confessed her aversion to theater acting, citing her struggle with the repetitive nature of plays due to her short attention span.
She expressed her difficulty in sustaining interest in performing the same lines for extended periods, explaining how initial fear transforms into boredom. Olivia humorously recounted an incident where a fire alarm interrupted a play, providing temporary relief until they were called back to the stage, much to her dismay.
Despite her successful career in TV and film, Olivia has ventured into theater sparingly, having appeared in only four plays. Her latest project, The Roses, is a satirical black comedy inspired by The War of the Roses, portraying the role of Ivy alongside Benedict Cumberbatch. Additionally, Olivia is set to star as Mrs. Bennet in a TV adaptation of Pride & Prejudice, featuring Emma Corrin as Lizzie and Jack Lowden as Mr. Darcy.
Both Olivia and Benedict expressed a preference for working in television during the podcast discussion, emphasizing the unique appeal and wide audience reach of TV productions. They highlighted the significant impact of television in engaging viewers, irrespective of the content quality.
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