Beloved Gavin & Stacey star Joanna Page is trading Barry Island for a powerful new role in a gripping BBC drama. The Welsh actress, who captured the nation's heart as the sweet and bubbly Stacey Shipman, is set to showcase her formidable range in the upcoming three-part series, The Way.
The project is a major creative endeavour, co-created and directed by the acclaimed Michael Sheen, and written by the award-winning James Graham (Sherwood, Quiz). This marks a significant and exciting departure from Page's iconic comedic persona.
A Compelling and Timely Story
The Way promises to be a provocative and timely drama. It explores a civil uprising which begins in a small industrial town in Wales, an event that rapidly spirals to have unforeseen and dire consequences across the entire UK. The series is described as a compelling look at an ordinary family caught in the crossfire of extraordinary events, forcing them to flee their home and country.
Joanna Page will star alongside a stellar cast including Steffan Rhodri (Steeltown Murders, Happy Valley), Mali Harries (Keeping Faith), and Callum Scott Howells (It's a Sin). The series is executive produced by Sheen, Graham, and documentary filmmaker Adam Curtis, ensuring a unique and thought-provoking viewing experience.
From Stacey Shipman to a Dramatic Powerhouse
For fans who have followed Joanna Page's career since her breakout role in the iconic sitcom, this move into hard-hitting drama is a thrilling development. While she will forever be cherished for her work alongside Mathew Horne, Ruth Jones, and James Corden, this role in The Way is set to demonstrate her profound depth and versatility as a serious actress.
The announcement has generated immense excitement, with audiences eager to see Page take on this challenging new character. The series is expected to tap into contemporary social and political anxieties, making it one of the most anticipated BBC releases of the coming year.
