Pearl Mackie Instagram – We are thrilled to announce that @therealpearlmackie will be joining us as the next special guest for @theshowpeoplepodcast with @mrandrewkeates, recorded live at @the2brewers on Wednesday 12 November 2025!
Pearl shot to fame as Bill Potts in Doctor Who, making history as the first openly gay companion in the series. Her groundbreaking performance alongside Peter Capaldi won fans worldwide, cementing her as an icon for queer representation on screen.
Since leaving the TARDIS, Pearl has built an extraordinary career across stage and screen. She currently stars in Netflix’s political thriller The Diplomat from the writer of Homeland and The West Wing. On stage, her credits include The Human Body (Donmar Warehouse), Grenfell: In the Words of Survivors (National Theatre), and Ballet Shoes (National Theatre). Other highlights span acclaimed productions such as The Birthday Party with Zoë Wanamaker and Toby Jones, and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, as well as TV and film work including The Long Call, Tom Jones, Friday Night Dinner, Greed and Horizon Line.
Join award-winning director and @queertheatreuk Artistic Director Andrew Keates for an intimate evening of insight, inspiration, and stories from one of Britain’s most dynamic actors, and one of the most beloved stars in the Whoniverse.
🎟️ Only 100 tickets available – early booking strongly advised.
🌈 All profits support LGBTQ theatre projects at @queertheatreuk.
Proudly sponsored by @theataccounts, @jwproductions, and @the2brewers.
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