Sybil Thorndike was one of the great pioneering actresses of the 20th century. Her career spanned more than 65 years, her defining role being that of St Joan – a part written especially for her by George Bernard Shaw. In addition to her theatrical achievements she was a suffragette, a socialist, and a pacifist, who campaigned on many issues throughout her life. Jonathan Croall has written her biography and joins Jenni to talk about Sybil’s unstoppable personality and the struggles she faced combining her public and private lives.
A Star of Life by Jonathan Croall is published by Haus ISBN 978-1-905791-92-7
