I, Jacobi - In Conversation with Derek Jacobi

by Derek Jacobi, Scott Handcock

Best known to audiences around the globe for his portrayal of the titular Roman emperor in the BBC’s television adaptation of I, Claudius, Sir Derek’s Jacobi’s professional career has spanned over sixty years and myriad roles.

In this candid conversation with producer Scott Handcock, Derek reminisces about his incredibly lucky life: from growing up during the war to tackling King Lear at the Donmar Warehouse… and much more.

Genres: Biography, Nonfiction

Audiobook

Published November 1, 2021

About the author

Sir Derek George Jacobi, CBE is an English actor and film director.

An acclaimed stage actor, who has also appeared in many films, such as Henry V, Dead Again, Gladiator, Gosford Park, The Golden Compass, The King's Speech and My Week with Marilyn.

Jacobi has narrated audio book versions of the Iliad, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader by C. S. Lewis and two abridged versions of I, Claudius by Robert Graves. In 2001, he provided the voice of "Duke Theseus" in The Children's Midsummer Night's Dream film. He is also the narrator for the BBC children's series In the Night Garden.

Reviews

[Steven Shinder · Rating 5 out of 5]

Derek Jacobi is a delightful man to listen to in conversation. He went into what it was like growing up and getting into acting, and there were a couple moments when he got emotional remembering family related stuff. Very much worth a listen.

[Alyce Caswell · Rating 4 out of 5]

This doesn't have the same depth as a memoir, but it's much more intimate and unguarded.

[Sara Habein · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you're a fan of the actor, this is a nice conversation about his life and career.

[Jamieson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I, Jacobi is the sixth main release in the Big Finish In Conversation series. This features Derek Jacobi being interviewed by Scott Handcock. It was interesting and enjoyable. If you're a fan of Jacobi's work, then this is an enjoyable listen.