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Biography
Dame Patricia Routledge studied at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School from 1950 – 1952 and throughout her life-long career across stage and screen she continued to be connected with and supporting the institution.
She sadly passed away on 3rd October 2025, but the impact and legacy of her support for her beloved Bristol Old Vic Theatre School will live on for many generations in the creative endeavours of those she inspired.
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It was always stressed that the contacts you make during your training are incredibly important, and your classmates are likely to end up being on set alongside you in the future. After working with a director of photography on one of the School’s short films, I was invited to work on a project with him outside of Bristol - proving that the professionals we meet via the School, may one day give us a call to action!
Muir McFadden, Technical Graduate
