Ep 11: ⁠From Shakespeare to Sherlock: Fiona Johnston and Alex Gordon

Imagine walking in the footsteps of historical figures and fictitious characters from London’s past. Each week, Fiona Johnston and Alex Gordon do just that, introducing visitors of all ages to the original locations connected with William Shakespeare, Sherlock Holmes, Doctor Who and more. On this episode, Fiona and Alex share how they took what they had learnt in drama school and combined it with their passion for London’s heritage to bring a theatrical flair to their guided walks. Despite being accomplished performers, they reveal that their first tours challenged them in unexpected ways, requiring perseverance and creativity to find their stride and excel in their new roles as guides. They also discuss the intricacies of themed tours, and the secrets to create engaging experiences that please both fans and newcomers alike. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:52 Backstories of Fiona and Alex 08:18 The first ever tour 12:03 Shakespeare’s London 17:50 Sherlock Locations 28:55 Doctor Who tours 30:39 Outro Links: FIONA JOHNSTON Instagram:   / fionacosplays93   ALEX GORDON Instagram:   / gordondagram   JEREMY JOHN: Tours: https://historyupclose.com Instagram:   / londonwithjeremy