Actor Stephen Mangan made a surprising confession as the latest guest on Desert Island Discs – his first big role was as Beauty in an infant production of Beauty and the Beast. Mangan, star of The Split, also revealed his childhood stint as a church altar boy was mostly for the limelight. Additionally, listeners were surprised to learn that Mangan’s next show, The Island, premiering on Radio 4 on February 17, was inspired by his appearance on the show.
In The Island, Mangan’s character finds himself stranded on a deserted island alongside previous guests of Desert Island Discs. The sitcom explores the interactions and challenges faced by these eclectic individuals, with conflicts arising between rival gangs and unexpected behaviors exhibited by the characters. Mangan candidly discussed his background, including his Irish immigrant heritage, his scholarship to a boarding school, and his decision to pursue acting after caring for his mother who was diagnosed with cancer.
Mangan’s acting career has been successful since his time in drama school, with notable roles such as the title character in Adrian Mole – The Cappuccino Years. He shared that author Sue Townsend approved his casting as Adrian Mole because he was not considered too handsome. The Island promises to be an entertaining and insightful look at the dynamics between notable individuals who have appeared on Desert Island Discs, providing a unique twist to the classic radio show.
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