On 9 May, six Geraldine James Award Holders were lucky enough to have lunch with Geraldine James, as you do!

Ella writes: “We all really appreciated her jokey nature and helpful hints and it goes without saying that her stories about the Downe she knew won’t be forgotten any time soon. Her friendly advice and useful tips as to how to get into the business were really helpful, and reassured me that it is possible to get into the acting world and that there are many pathways which can be explored.”

“Getting to know such an influential person was extraordinary. The Geraldine James Award has already given me so many opportunities but this has definitely been the best yet. She was very easy to get along with and I hope that we will be able to meet her again soon. Meeting Geraldine James has been an experience I will never forget and I cannot wait to see what other opportunities being Geraldine James Award Holder will offer me.”