A class act: an interview with Julie Hesmondhalgh on casting, representation and inclusion in British television drama

Hogg, C. 2020. A class act: an interview with Julie Hesmondhalgh on casting, representation and inclusion in British television drama. Critical Studies in Television: The International Journal of Television Studies. 15 (3), p. 302–311. https://doi.org/10.1177/1749602020934670

TitleA class act: an interview with Julie Hesmondhalgh on casting, representation and inclusion in British television drama
TypeJournal article
AuthorsHogg, C.
Abstract

In this interview, actor Julie Hesmondhalgh reflects on her rich body of work in British TV drama, connecting her own career trajectory with a consideration of wider industry developments in casting and representation, diversity and inclusion. With extended reference to Coronation Street (1960–) and Doctor Who (1963–1989, 2005–), Hesmondhalgh discusses how far UK TV drama production has come in tackling systemic inequalities and exclusions, while also stressing the progress still required, particularly in relation to capturing the complexities of class identity. More broadly, the insights offered within this piece illustrate the value of industry interviews as a methodological approach for TV studies, in revealing the experiences and perspectives of key creative agents within the production process.

Keywordsacting, casting, transgender, class, regionality, diversity, inclusion, representation, Coronation Street, Doctor Who
JournalCritical Studies in Television: The International Journal of Television Studies
Journal citation15 (3), p. 302–311
ISSN1749-6020
Year2020
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Published30 Sep 2020
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