John Bell: The Time of My Life

by John Bell

"This insightful memoir by John Bell, Australia's foremost Shakespearian actor and director, follows his theatrical career. With intriguing anecdotes, he writes of his humble upbringing and his first encounter with Shakespeareùhis brother strode up and down the classroom enacting every part in A Midsummer Night's Dream . Bell discusses his time at Sydney University and at the Old Tote Theatre where he met his wife, fellow actor Anna Volska. For the first time, John Bell shares some of the highs and lows of his four decades in theatre while also providing an inside look into Australian theatre. Included are stories of fellow Australian actors including Ken Horler, John Gaden, Richard Wherrett, Bruce Beresford, Jacki Weaver, Robyn Nevin, Bill Hunter, Judy Davis, Colin Friels, Barrie Kosky, and many others."

264 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2003

Reviews

[Sonia]

This was an interesting biography that I listened to as read by the author, which I think made it more interesting...

[Lynne · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am not a huge fan of autobiographies, but I adored this one. Partly, as I spent much of my youth at Nimrod Productions and my overwhelming passion for all thinks Shakespearean. But beyond that, this is well-written, engaging and unpretentious.

[Ruth Bonetti · Rating 4 out of 5]

Honest memoir, written with humility and humour by a truly great actor and theatrical trail blazer.