Founded by Margaret Walker after she worked with Joan Littlewood at the Theatre Royal in Stratford, and had the same ethos of inclusivity and radical work. It was named after the postal district of Stratford. Former students include Stephen Daldry and Alison Steadman.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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East 15 Acting School
Margaret Walker (1922 - 2013) founder of East 15 Acting School and Theatre Wo...
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