Bernard Miles was a character actor, writer and director. Born to a farm labourer and cook, Bernard’s acting career began age 23 when he joined London’s New Theatre. In 1959, after nine years operating a small playhouse behind his home, he opened the Mermaid Theatre, the first new theatre in the City of London since the 17th century. He was later knighted and made a Life Peer for services to drama.

In 2022 Dani was awarded a Master’s Prize for her advocacy for the Intersex community in Oxford and beyond and for her role in fostering a welcoming community for all at Pembroke, regardless of sex characteristics or gender. Dani has been profiled in the media for her work in education and advocacy, and produces a podcast to spread awareness and celebrate the successes of the intersex community.