Inside the Shank: Recent Episodes
Jake Lewis
Each episode, you will meet a member of the cast and crew of the forthcoming theatrical production of The Shawshank Redemption, from Jakespeare Virtual Theatre Company!
In the final episode, Ben talks about his theatre training, the pressure of filling the iconic character's (dirty) shoes, and whether or not Andy was actually a sociopath,
A veteran of stage and screen, David tells Jake about how he makes the prison overseer such a menacing force.
Rocky talks about the confusion with his name, his pageant history, and of course, the character that plays a very important part in the final act of the play
Jake catches up with Ray who plays the long-termer Brooksie, and how his military experience prepared him for the role.
Jeremy talks about coming at the role from both a director and an actor's point of view.
Gavin speaks about the journey he took as a young actor to where he is now, and how the portrayal of the drug-addicted con is informed by his work life.
Madison Sedlor talks with Jake about being the only female cast member, her theatre training, and a musical about marijuana.
Jake interviews the always-entertaining George Smith, taking on the role of Shawshank guard, Mert Entwistle.