Waiting for Burton

Waiting for Burton

The readiness is all — the chance is not.

2025 · 17 min · ★ 10.0

Siwan dreams of performing Hamlet like her idol Richard Burton. When she finds out he will be visiting her school, she can't believe her luck - but the odds are not in her favour, starring the voice of Matthew Rhys.

Directed by Phillip Jones · Written by Joe Wiltshire Smith

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Cast

Matthew Rhys Richard Burton (voice)
Sadie Evans Siwan
Beth Mytton Lucy
Dexter Henson Rhydian
Catrin Owen Mrs. Phillips
Robert Hopkins Interviewer
Mena Fombo Drama Teacher

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