Sir Ian McKellen presented with a Star in Wigan

The speaker reflects on their early life, education, and acting experiences. They recall attending Dickinson St. Methodist Wesleyan School and their first acting performance at King Street Baptist's Church Hall. The speaker shares memories of seeing Shakespeare plays and their involvement in theater. They discuss their transition to grammar school, university, and the realization that acting was their true calling. The speaker expresses gratitude for the support received throughout their career and reflects on their identity, humorously mentioning how they might be remembered.

How did the speaker's education influence their acting career?

What are the speaker's thoughts on their future in acting as expressed in the text?