John Lithgow

Join acclaimed actor John Lithgow as he shares his diverse experiences in acting, from hilarious stories on 'Third Rock from the Sun' to the complex portrayal of Winston Churchill in 'The Crown.' He discusses the joys and challenges of theatrical performances, along with the delightful chaos of family events. Lithgow reflects on his artistic journey from Harvard to British theater, infused with humor and nostalgia, showcasing the unpredictable nature of the acting world and the importance of collaboration.

You manage your own emotions at work—and your coworkers’ and customers’ emotions too. How do you do that without burning out? To find out how to get into character, deliver a great performance, and avoid exhaustion, Adam talks with actor John Lithgow and takes you inside the call center at Zappos and the hospitality philosophy of an acclaimed restauranteur. This episode is brought to you by Accenture, Bonobos, JPMorgan Chase & Co., and Warby Parker.Find the transcript at: go.ted.com/worklifeemotionsFor the full text transcript, visit https://www.ted.com/podcasts/worklife-transcripts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Lithgow, veteran actor known for stage, film, and TV, discusses playing Roald Dahl in Giant and his conflicted involvement with HBO’s Harry Potter project. He explores portraying complicated figures, researching Dahl’s life, and why the play resonates today. He also talks about wrestling with J. K. Rowling’s public statements while deciding to take the Dumbledore role.

John Lithgow, veteran actor and author known for stage, film, and TV, discusses playing complicated figures from Roald Dahl to Churchill. He talks about bringing Dahl’s dark impulses to life, the play Giant’s timely controversies, dialect and prosthetic work for The Crown, comedic craft from Third Rock, and creating music and books for children.

John Lithgow, veteran actor known for stage and screen, discusses playing Roald Dahl and the play’s handling of controversy. Daniel Okrent, author and journalist, explores Stephen Sondheim’s life and musical craft. They dig into moral complexity, artistic motivation, musical structure, and how personal history shapes creative work.