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ANNIE part 4: Keanu Gonzalez [Grease, West Side Story] stars as Rooster Hannigan and Mackenzie Dunn [Grease, Hairspray] stars as Lily St James for the new Australian production of ANNIE [Crossroads Live], now playing at the Sydney's Capitol Theatre before touring nationwide. Mackenzie is the grand-daughter of Jill Perryman and Kevan Johnston, Australia's first Miss Hannigan and Rooster Hannigan, hear more about growing up knowing about the show, and just off their success starring as Rizzo and Kenicki in Grease [Crossroads Live], I ask Keanu and Mackenzie about their successful duo-ship and character research for Rooster and Lilly in ANNIE.  Watch performances: ~ 'Easy Street' in Annie ~ 'NYC' in Annie ~ Audience reactions watching Annie the musical ~ 'Grease Megamix' Mackenzie & Keanu in Grease  ~ Mackenzie & Keanu (Rizzo & Kenicki) Grease Interview Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

ANNIE part 3: Anthony Warlow [Chicago, Phantom Of The Opera] reprises his role as Oliver (Daddy) Warbucks for the new Australian production of ANNIE [Crossroads Live], now playing at the Capitol Theatre before touring nationwide. Hear Anthony discuss his history with the role and show, the exciting new technology and cast assembled and (as over the years named three of Anthony's albums our Album of the Month), I ask if the song, 'Why Would I Change A Thing' written by the original songwriters Charles Stouse and Martin Charnin especially for him in this role will be seen in this production.  Watch performances: ~ 'NYC' in Annie ~ Audience reactions watching Annie the musical ~ Audience reactions with Sandy ~ 'All I Care About Is Love' Anthony Warlow in Chicago ~ 'Best of Act 1' Album of the month review ~ 'Jeykl & Hyde' Album of the month review ~ 'The Main Event' Album of the month review Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

ANNIE part 2: Amanda Lea Lavergne [Jekyll & Hyde, Radio City Christmas Spectacular] stars as Grace and Stephanie McNamara makes her professional musical debut starring as (one of the four) ANNIE [Crossroads Live]. The new Australian production of ANNIE is playing at the Capitol Theatre before touring cities, hear more about stepping in the leading role, homework and Amanda bringing her extensive Broadway skills to the Australian stage.  Watch performances: ~ 'Hard Knock Life' in Annie ~ 'NYC' in Annie ~ Audience reactions with Sandy ~ Audience reactions with watching Annie Let Me Entertain You Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

ANNIE part 1: Debora Krizak [Sweet Charity, A Chorus Line] stars as Miss Hannigan and original Yellow Wiggle Greg Page stars as President Franklin Roosevelt. Debora was one of my first Podcast guests and Greg makes his professional musical debut, very exciting. Hear more about the new Australian production of ANNIE [Crossroads Live], now playing at the Capitol Theatre before touring, the exciting cast assembled and bringing the Wiggle magic to the world of ANNIE.  Watch performances: ~ 'Easy Street' in Annie ~ 'Hard Knock Life' in Annie ~ Audience reactions watching Annie the musical ~ Audience reactions with Sandy ~ Greg on the Wiggles ~ Debora performing 'Big Spender' at Sydney Cabaret Let Me Entertain You Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

On the opening night of Peter and the Starcatcher at the Capitol Theatre Sydney. ARIA winning singer-songstress Samantha Jade , Australia's first female XFactor winner, reveals exciting Sydney Mardi Gras concert plans for 2025 - and in other thrilling news, I may have also given a song(s) suggestion.. So cool if it happens! I was thrilled to catch up again. Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

On the opening night of Peter and the Starcatcher at the Capitol Theatre Sydney. Olivia Vasques (In The Heights, Moulin Rouge) reveals exciting filming plans with a new television series (yet to be announced) set to debut on Stan Australia in 2025, I was thrilled to catch up and hear about this and her career.  Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

On the opening night of Peter and the Starcatcher at the Capitol Theatre Sydney. Michael Cormick (Centrestage, La Cage Aux Follies) starred in the original production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast [Disney], Hannah Waterman (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, EastEnders) recently starred as Mrs Brill in Disney's Mary Poppins [Michael Cassel]. I was thrilled to talk to them about the responsibility of taking on roles that many of us have seen from screen to stage, being in a Disney production, plus more! Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

On the red carpet for Peter And The Starcatcher at the Capitol Theatre Sydney - Damon Herriman (Once Upon A Time In Hollywood, Judy & Punch) stars as Nigel Martin-Smith, the band manager of 'Take That' in the Robbie Williams biographical musical film, BETTER MAN (Paramount Pictures). Directed by Michael Gracey (The Greatest Showman, P!nk: What I Know So Far), filmed in Victoria and the UK, Damon is nominated for an AACTA award. I absolutely love BETTER MAN and was thrilled to speak to Damon about his role, the film, Robbie Williams, as well as upcoming projects! Watch: ~ Better Man (2024) official trailer ~ Rock DJ  musical scene Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

From the 2024 Sydney Theatre Awards. Andrè de Vanny (War Horse, Swansong, Wicked Science) was awarded, ‘Best Performance In A Leading Role In An Independent Production', starring as Valene Connor in Martin McDonagh's play,  The Lonesome West [Empress Theatre] at the Old Fitz Theatre. I was thrilled to catch up with him afterwards to talk about the show in depth and its challenges, as well as discussing his exciting plans moving to New York later in the year! Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

From the 2025 Sydney Theatre Awards. Laura Murphy (Zombie!, The Lovers) penned the book, music and lyrics to ZOMBIE! the musical which garnered three awards tonight- Best Choreography (Chiara Assetta), Best Direction (Darren Yap) and Best Musical. Following on from previous interviews, including at last year's awards, I was thrilled to catch up with Laura. As I wrote in my review I would love to see the Zombie! musical developed into a film, will there be a cast recording? will this new Australian musical tour? Let's find out more! Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

From the 2024 Sydney Theatre Awards. Ryan Gonzalez (Moulin Rouge, In The Heights) performed ‘Ride You', from a new Australian production: Phar Lap the Electro-swing musical (book, music and lyrics by Steven Kramer), which will have its premiere at the Hayes Theatre in 2025. Ryan currently stars in the Australian production of Peter And The Starcatcher that is touring Australia, opening at Sydney's Capitol Theatre from February 2025. I was thrilled to catch up afterwards to chat about characters (Santiago, Usnavi) and career, including his own cabaret show (Hispanic Attack, about Ricky Martin's arch nemesis "Ryan Gonzalez"), with a sneak peak of song ‘Ride You' that Ryan performed on the night! Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

From the 2024 Sydney Theatre Awards. Darren Yap was awarded ‘Best Director' for ZOMBIE! The Musical [Hayes Theatre]. I was thrilled to talk with him afterwards to find out more about his approach in bringing this new Australian musical from the ‘page to the stage' for the first time. Also, as I had put in my review, his approach and hurdles in directing a predominately ‘chase and pace' musical on a static stage.  Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

From the 2024 Sydney Theatre Awards. Karla Grant, a proud Arrernte woman, is Presenter, Producer and Journalist of NITV current affairs program Living Black, which this year will celebrate its 22nd year on air. I was thrilled to catch up with Karla after the awards for a quick chat to celebrate the First Nations productions that were nominated and had won awards and our indigenous culture within the arts.  Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

In 1972, the Australian premiere production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's, Jesus Christ Superstar opened at the Capitol Theatre in Sydney. In 1992 there was an Australian arena spectacular and a theatrical revival in 1994. London's award winning Regent's Park Open Air Theatre production garnered the Olivier award for 'Best Musical Revival' and in 2024, 52 years since the musical's first Australian premiere, this new production of Jesus Christ Superstar [Crossroads Live Australia] has returned to play in the same theatre- Sydney's Capitol Theatre, before going on to tour Australia. The night before opening I saw the show and met Judy and Guy by chance in the foyer. Both had seen the original 1972 and the 1994 productions. I was so thrilled to have a chat to them about this global phenomenon musical, its appeal and historical significance to Australian music and theatre. Enjoy!  Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Jesus Christ Superstar (Crossroads Live Australia)- Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's rock musical has returned to tour Australia in a new UK production that won an Olivier award for 'Best Musical Revival'. Now playing at the Capitol Theatre Sydney where it first premiered in 1972, I was thrilled to speak to Peter Murphy (actor, musician, producer) who stars as Pontius Pilate (Sydney & Perth seasons). Hear more about this musical (Crossroads Live Australia), his connection to the material and the new cast/ tour. Watch Performances: ~ Filmed interview with Peter Murphy ~ 'Heaven's On Their Minds / What's The Buzz' ~ 'Everything's Alright' ~ 'Hosanna' Follow: Peter Murphy Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

From the opening night of Neil Simon's play, 'The Odd Couple' (Crossroads Live Australia) at the Theatre Royal Sydney, I was thrilled to have a quick catch up with Shane Jacobson -actor, writer, author, presenter and internationally known for his breakout role as Kenny in the mockumentary film 'Kenny' which he also co-wrote. With a career spanning across film, television and stage, Shane recently starred as Edna Turnblad in Hairspray (Crossroads Live Australia), hear a more about the character Oscar and this four times Tony award winning play. Watch performances: ~ Sydney Opening night fun ~ filmed interview Follow: Shane Jacobson Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Live on opening night of CHICAGO (John Frost, Crossroads Live Australia) at the Capitol Theatre Sydney to capture all the excitement on the red carpet. My guests are: Stefanie Jones (Mary Poppins) with Aaron Tsindos; Natalie Basingthwaite (Roxie Hart, 2019); Kerri-Anne Kennerley; Glenn A.Baker; Julian Kuo and Ashton Lash (Hamilton); MacKenzie Dunn, Annelise Hall and Keanu Rodriguez (Grease). Enjoy! Watch performances: ~ Sydney opening night ~ 'All I Care About' Anthony Warlow ~ 'All That Jazz' Zoë Ventoura ~ 'When You're Good To Mama' Asabi Goodman ~ 'Roxie Hart' Lucy Maunder ~ Sydney opening fun Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

I was thrilled to speak to Lucy Maunder who stars as Roxie Hart. Maunder most recent credits include Winifred Banks in 'Mary Poppins the musical' Australian revival (Cameron MacIntosh/ Michael Cassel Group/ Disney) and Alison Bechdel in the Australian premiere of Fun Home (MTC/ STC). Hear more about Maunder's character research in finding Roxie Hart. Watch performances: ~ 'Roxie Hart' ~ Opening Night at the Capitol Theatre, Sydney ~ Watch more Follow: Lucy Maunder Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

I was thrilled to have a brief chat to Peter Rowsthorn who stars as Amos Hart in CHICAGO. Peter is a comedian, actor, writer and broadcaster, internationally renowned for his role as Brett Craig in 'Kath & Kim' Australian sitcom show and 'Kath & Kimerella' (2012) movie. Seen lately in many national television shows, his most recent stage credits include the King in 'Jack & The Beanstalk 3D pantomime' (Bonnie Lythgoe Productions) and Bernadette in 'Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert' musical (Perth). Hear more about Peter's thoughts as Amos and the similarities of Amos Hart and Brett Craig. Watch performances: ~ 'All That Jazz' ~ Opening Night at the Capitol Theatre, Sydney ~ Watch more Follow: Peter Rowsthorn Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

CHICAGO the musical has returned to Australia. I was thrilled to speak to Asabi Goodman who stars as Matron 'Mama' Morton. Asabi is an American born-Australian performer who began her career as an Engineer before she made her professional theatrical debut. Asabi's most recent credits include Motormouth Maybelle in the original Broadway production of 'Hairspray', both the Australian nation tour (Crossroads Live) and the US Broadway national tour (NETWorks). Hear more about Asabi's journey to stage and character research in finding Matron 'Mama' Morton. Watch performances: ~ 'When You're Good To Mama' ~ Opening Night at the Capitol Theatre, Sydney ~ Watch more Follow: Asabi Goodman Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Our own Olivia Newton-John starred as Sandy in the 1978 film GREASE. The stage musical, which the film is based on has a long history in Australia, from 1972 Broadway to Australia produced by Harry M Miller, Gordon Frost Productions and now Crossroads Live Australia - Producer John Frost (AM) has been at the forefront and this is a lovely in-depth history of the musical for any fan. Enjoy! Watch performances: ~ Sydney opening night 'Grease Megamix' ~ Red carpet interview with Annelise Hall (Sandy) ~ Red carpet interview with Joseph Spanti (Danny) ~ Video interview with Keanu Gonzalez & Mackenzie Dunn (Kenicki & Rizzo) ~ Sydney opening night fun Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

From Sydney's opening night of GREASE the musical (John Frost, Crossroads Live Australia) at the Capitol Theatre, I was thrilled to capture all the excitement on the red carpet. My guests are:  Tsehay Hawkins from The Wiggles; Mark Vincent; Katrina Retallick, Caitlin Berry; Julian Kuo; Tim Minchin and Luke Joslin the Director of GREASE. Enjoy! Watch performances: ~ Sydney opening night 'Grease Megamix' ~ Red carpet interview with Annelise Hall (Sandy) ~ Red carpet interview with Joseph Spanti (Danny) ~ Video interview with Keanu Gonzalez & Mackenzie Dunn (Kenicki & Rizzo) ~ Sydney opening night fun Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Opening night of GREASE the musical [John Frost, Crossroads Live] at the Capitol Theatre Sydney, meet your Sandy - Annelise Hall. A brief chat on the red carpet before the show, hear how special the musical is to her and stepping into the iconic character by our own Olivia Newton-John. Watch performances: ~ Sydney opening night 'Grease Megamix' ~ video podcast interview Follow: Annelise Hall Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Opening night of GREASE the musical [John Frost, Crossroads Live] at the Capitol Theatre Sydney, meet your Danny Zuko - Joseph Spanti. A brief chat on the red carpet before the show, the musical returns to Sydney after ten years, hear more about why this musical is special to him. Watch performances: ~ Sydney opening night 'Grease Megamix' ~ video podcast interview Follow: Joseph Spanti Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

From the media call of GREASE the musical [John Frost, Crossroads Live] at the Capitol Theatre Sydney, meet Rizzo and Kenicki - Mackenzie Dunn and Keanu Gonzalez. The musical returns to Sydney after ten years, so hear more why Grease is the word! Watch performances: ~ Sydney opening night 'Grease Megamix' ~ video podcast interview Follow: Mackenzie Dunn Keanu Gonzalez Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

From the red carpet opening night of 'Elvis: a musical revolution' at the State Theatre Sydney, I asked guests all things Elvis Presley! The musical returns to Sydney, having debuted in August last year. During the summer break after touring Melbourne, this is a re-imagined production on the life, career and achievements of the King of RocknRoll, with new songs and scenes. Enjoy! Tickets: Elvisamusicalrevolution.com.au Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

From the 2023 Sydney Theatre Awards, I was thrilled to speak to Ben Gerrard (2019 Best Lead actor in an independent musical) for his starring role as Patrick Bateman in 'An American Psycho' and previous podcast guest. Ben collected the 'Best Lead Actor in an Independent production' on behalf of Sheridan Harbinger, starring as Blanche (A Streetcar Named Desire, Redline Productions). Hear more about Ben's career since our last chat and more. Enjoy! Follow: Ben Gerrard Sheridan Harbinger Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

From the '2023 Sydney Theatre Awards', I was thrilled to speak to Catherine Van-Davies, who was awarded 'Best Performance in a Supporting Role in an Independent Production', starring as Stella ('A Streetcar Named Desire', Redline Productions) and 'Best Performance in a Mainstream Production' starring as Marianne ('Constellations', Sydney Theatre Company). Catherine becomes a first-time mum, performing in both productions pregnant, hear more about work and these two award-winning shows. Enjoy! Follow: Catherine Van-Davies Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

From the '2023 Sydney Theatre Awards', I was thrilled to speak to Vidya Makan. Her debut musical, 'The Lucky Country' was nominated for 'Best Ensemble', Makan composed the music and lyrics. We discuss further plans of the musical and the Australian production of 'SIX the musical', where she will return to star as Catherine Parr. Enjoy! Follow: Vidya Makan Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Lucy Durack, Australia's original Glinda in ‘Wicked' the musical, returns to perform at the ‘Woolworths Carols in the Domain', Sydney. Hear more about ‘Wicked' the musical, her career and why this festive event is so special for her family. Watch broadcast on Channel Seven, Saturday 23 December. Tickets: Wicked musical Stream: 'Woolworths Carols in the Domain', 7Plus

Live from the ‘Woolworths Carols in the Domain' in Sydney, Shubshri Kandiah stars as Belle in 'Disney's Beauty and the Beast' musical. Hear more about her character, the musical and the christmas carol she will be performing. Watch broadcast on Channel Seven, Saturday 23 December. Tickets: Disney's Beauty and the Beast musical Stream: 'Woolworths Carols in the Domain', 7Plus

Wicked is celebrating 20 years on Broadway! Meet fellow Ozians at the Sydney Lyric who helped celebrate a very special day seeing the current Australian cast and meeting original cast members Lucy Durack (Glinda) and Amanda Harrison (Elphaba). Follow our socials for the accompanying video and photos of the event! Tickets: wickedthemusical/Sydney.com Follow: Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Laura Murphy is an Actor, singer, writer, composer and lyricist. Following her critically acclaimed work; The Lovers (book, music, lyrics) and The Dismissal (music, lyrics) - Laura has written, ZOMBIE! the musical (book, music, lyrics) which will have its world premiere at the Hayes Theatre in March 2024. I am so excited to speak to Laura again and hear more about her exciting new work. Tickets: ZOMBIE! the musical Tickets: The Dismissal Watch performances: ~ "Meaty Parts" from ZOMBIE! the musical, introduced/performed by Laura Murphy, Hayes Theatre 2024 season launch ~ Listen to previous podcast with Laura Murphy (January 2023, the Sydney Theatre Awards) ~ 'I'm A Fairy' Laura Murphy starring as Sparkles The Fairy, from William and Sparkles Magical Tales, Ch9 television ~ About the Dismissal musical and Gough Whitlam's legacy filmed podcast ~ 'Crash Through Or Crash' introduced by Laura Murphy (music, lyrics) from the Sydney Theatre Awards ~ 'Crash Through Or Crash' (full performance) from The Dismissal, performed by Brittanie Shipway, Sydney Theatre Awards ~ 'The Lovers' musical Follow: Laura Murphy Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Jason Langley is an award-winning director (2016 Green Room Award for Direction, Loving Repeating, Vic Theatre Co), with over thirty years of variously experience as actor, director, dramaturg, mentor and teacher- Directs the Australian premiere of the 'Hello Girls' musical;  Hear more of the true story of female telephone operators that helped turn the tide of World War I and their decades-long battle for equality and recognition, paving the way for future generations in the armed forces. Tickets: The Hello Girls Watch performances: ~ "Twenty" from 'The Hello Girls, Hayes Theatre 2024 season launch Follow: Jason Langley Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Katrina Retallick (Come From Away, Anyone Can Whistle) stars as Rona Lisa Peretti in 'The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee' at the Hayes Theatre. I was able to talk to Katrina about her previous roles in theatre, and her character (now a Teacher) in this new production (directed by Dash Kruck) and its impact. Tickets: Hayestheatre.com.au Watch performances: ~ Opening night curtain call Follow: Katrina Retallick Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

At the opening night of 'The 25th Annual Putnum County Spelling Bee' at the Hayes Theatre Sydney, I spoke to Director (and actor) Dash Kruck after the show. Hear more about his vision for the musical that includes parallels to Australian schooling system; symbolism of the character Rona (played by Katrina Retallick) and other theatrical devices to make this version of the beloved musical different for audiences. We also discuss his career and other works. Tickets: Hayestheatre.com.au Watch performances: ~ Opening night curtain call Follow: Dash Kruck Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Thillified and very grateful to follow the announcements of WICKED returning to Sydney!! from the original surprise with Producer John Frost (Crossroads Live Australia) alongside original cast members Lucy Durack (Glinda orig.) and Rob Mills (Fiyero orig.) in 2022; to the cast announcement of meeting Courtney and Sheridan earlier in the year- and now, once again I meet for a quick chat.. in Costume!!! at the Sydney Lyric Theatre. I couldn't be prouder of these two lovely ladies. It's a quick chat, enjoy! Tickets: wickedthemusical/Sydney.com ~ 'Popular', Courtney Monsma, Sheridan Adams ~ 'One Short Day', Sheridan Adams, Courtney Monsma and ensemble ~ 'Opening night, Sydney Lyric Theatre ~ WICKED medley, Sheridan Adams, Courtney Monsma cast announcement ~ Short day (TT) WICKED launch, Sydney 2022 Follow: Sheridan Adams Courtney Monsma Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Adam Murphy (The Mousetrap, Fun Home) stars as Doctor Dillamond in 'Wicked'. The musical returns to Sydney, to help celebrate the 20th anniversary of Wicked debuting on Broadway. Hear more about Adam's character research, his joy of sharing the moment with his children and Tickets: https://wickedthemusical.com.au ~ 'Popular' Wicked Sydney cast ~ 'Defying Gravity' Sheridan Adams (Elphaba) ~ Opening night curtain call, Sydney Lyric Theatre Follow: Adam Murphy Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Ben Hall (Neighbours, Love Child) makes his stage return starring as Sam Phillips and Frank Sinatra in the Australian premiere of 'Elvis, a musical revolution' (David Venn Productions). This is the only musical about Elvis Presley's life authorised by Elvis Presley Enterprises. Hear more about Ben's deep dive into his characters (based on real people) and the magic of the King of RocknRoll. Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/elvis Watch performances: ~ Elvis, a musical revolution sneak peak ~ 'Heartbreak Hotel' Australian cast ~ 'Blue Suede Shoes' Australian cast ~ watch video full video interview Follow: Ben Hall Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Antoinette Halloran (Wagner's The Ring Cycle, Madam Butterfly) stars as Mrs Lovett in the Victorian Opera's production of Stephen Sondheim's 'Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street'. Currently on tour, playing at the Sydney Opera House. Antoinette's been playing Mrs Lovett for 9 years, so this is a special short sit-down. The video podcast has Antoinette in costume. Tickets: Sydney Opera House  Watch performances: ~ First look at rehearsals ~ Sweeney Todd (Sweeney) with cast ~ 'My Friends' Sweeney Todd ~  'God that's good' Sweeney Todd ~ opening night curtain call, Sydney Opera House ~ watch full video interview (with performances) Follow: Antoinette Halloran Let Me Entertain You - Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Ashley Rubenach (An American in Paris, Cry Baby) stars as Johanna in the Sydney season Stephen Sondheim's musical thriller, 'Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street', an original production with Victorian Opera. Ashleigh returns to the role that actually was her first lead role in a musical back in high school. Hear more about how her professional career and how its shaped her new approach to the character and the musical. Tickets: Sydney Opera House  Watch performances: ~ First look at rehearsals ~ Sweeney Todd (Sweeney) with cast ~ 'My Friends' Sweeney Todd ~ 'God that's good' Sweeney Todd ~  'An American In Paris' (starring as Milo) curtain call ~ Opening night curtain call Sweeney Todd, Sydney Opera House ~ watch full video interview (with performances) Follow: Ashleigh Rubenach Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Ben Mingay (Shrek, Carousel, An Officer and a Gentleman) stars in the title role of Sweeney Todd in Stephen Sondheim's musical thriller, 'Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street', a co-production with Victorian Opera and New Zealand Opera. The production will finish the final leg it's five year extensive NZ/AUS tour at the Sydney Opera House. Ben also stars as Jim in the popular ABC television show 'Frayed' and as a fan of the show, I had to ask about a season 3 return. Hear more about Ben's Sweeney backstory, magic of a Sondheim score and more about this fan favourite musical. Tickets: Sydney Opera House  Watch performances: ~ First look at rehearsals ~ Sweeney Todd (Sweeney) with cast ~ 'This Is Our Story' Ben Mingay (as Shrek) and cast ~ 'Frayed' television series (ABC iview) Follow: Ben Mingay Let Me Entertain You @LMEYpodcast - Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

'Driftwood' is a new Australian musical, based on the award-winning memoir (of the same name) by Eva de Jong-Duldig. I was thrilled to speak to Tania de Jong (Eva's daughter) who also stars in the production, portraying her own grandmother Slava Horowitz-Duldig. 'Driftwood' is an epic saga, telling the story of a family escaping Nazi Europe in WW2, across three generations, of history through art, sport and the invention of the foldable umbrella

News of the death of the great Queen of RocknRoll, Tina Turner has come as a shock to many of us. The Australian premiere of 'Tina, the Tina Turner musical' is currently playing at the Theatre Royal in Sydney- the musical officially had its opening night last week. I have been overcome with sadness, a day the news of her passing, I purchased my second ticket to see the show again and spoke to some fans before the show. Tickets: https://www.tinathemusical.com.au/ Watch performances: ~ 'Nutbush City Limits' Ruva Ngwenya (Tina), Theatre Royal Sydney ~ watch fans gather to mourn at the Theatre Royal Sydney Follow: Let Me Entertain You- Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Tina Turner is so beloved by Australians- for over 30 years her hit 'Simply The Best' has been the voice of Rugby League and what many don't know, her Manager Roger Davies is Australian. Matt Verevis (singer, actor, songwriter) and Helpmann Awarded Best Supporting Actor (Beautiful, the Carol King musical) stars as Roger Davies in the Australian premiere production. We discuss Tina's legacy, playing a homegrown music industry trailblazer, the musical and so much more! Tickets: https://www.tinathemusical.com.au/ Watch performances: ~ 'First Look At Rehearsals' ~ 'Proud Mary' in rehearsals Ruva Ngwenya (Tina) ~ 'Shake A Tail Feather' in rehearsals ~ 'Rocket 88' in rehearsals Tim Omaji (Ike) ~ 'She Made My Blood Run Cold' in rehearsals Tim Omaji (Ike), Ruva Ngwenya (Tina) ~ Media call, sneak peak at performances, Theatre Royal Sydney ~ 'Nutbush City Limits' Ruva Ngwenya (Tina), Theatre Royal Sydney ~ Watch interview with cast performances and other Tina Turner clips Follow: Matt Verevis Let Me Entertain You @LMEYpodcast - Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube  

Meet the new Glinda and Elphaba - Courtney Monsma and Sheridan Adams! WICKED is returning to Sydney to help celebrate the musical's 20th anniversary on Broadway. Find out more about the Emerald city's newest leading ladies' love of WICKED, their auditions and when they first saw the musical. Tickets: https://www.wickedthemusical/Sydney.com watch performances: ~ WICKED medley, Sydney announcement. Sheridan Adams (Elphaba) and Courtney Monsma (Glinda) ~ Courtney Monsma podcast on starring in SIX, Frozen ~ Sheridan Adams, podcast on starring in Tick Tick BOOM ~ Courtney Monsma starring as Katherine Howard SIX musical ~ Sheridan Adams curtain call for Tick Tick BOOM Follow: Sheridan Adams Courtney Monsma Let Me Entertain You @LMEYpodcast - Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Actor, Singer and Writer, Blake Erickson stars as John Carpenter and Martyn Ware in the Australian premiere production of 'Tina, The Tina Turner Musical', set to debut in May at the Theatre Royal Sydney.  Blake received the Sydney Fringe Festival 'Best Actor' award for his one-man show, 'Pearls Before Swine' and is co-writer of the new Australian musical, 'The Dismissal: An Extremely Serious Musical Comedy', which will have its world premiere at the Seymour Centre Sydney in August. It is an exciting year for Blake, find out more in the interview, from the rehearsal room of 'Tina, The Tina Turner Musical'. Tickets: https://www.tinathemusical.com.au/ Watch performances ~ Learn about Tina musical songs performed in rehearsals, introduced by Blake Erickson ~ 'Proud Mary' in rehearsals, Ruva Ngwenya (Tina Turner) ~ 'Rocket 88' in rehearsals, Tim Omaji (Ike) ~ 'She Made My Blood Run Cold' in rehearsals, Tim Omaji (Ike), Ruva Ngwenya (Tina) ~ 'What You Get Is What You See' Tina Turner (1989), Tina Turner's first commercial for Rugby League ~ 'Simply The Best' Tina Turner (1990) Rugby League commercials Follow: Blake Erickson Let Me Entertain You @LMEYpodcast - Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube  

Writer, director, producer and Helpmann nominated actor Trevor Ashley, stars as The Pharoah in 'Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat'. It's been 30 years since Sydney has seen a professional production of Tim Rice & Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical. Hear more from Trevor as he recalls the West End and Sydney productions that made him fall in love with the musical, his costume, Pharaoh's song and more about this new production, that many haven't seen before. Tickets: https://josephthemusical.com.au/ Watch performances ~ 'Song Of The King' Trevor Ashley (The Pharaoh) ~ 'The Prologue' Paulini (The Narrator), Euan Fistrovic Doidge (Joseph) and young adult cast ~ 'Go Go Joseph', Euan Fistrovic Doidge (Joseph), Paulini (The Narrator) and full cast ~ 'Joseph Remix/Finale', Opening Night, Capitol Theatre Sydney Follow: Trevor Ashley Let Me Entertain You @LMEYpodcast - Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

From the 2022 Sydney Theatre Awards, I speak to Laura Murphy (actor, singer, writer, lyricist and composer). Her debut musical, 'The Lovers' (book, lyrics, music), produced by Bell Shakespeare was nominated for two awards. In August this year, she will debut another new Australian musical, 'The Dismissal' (lyrics, music) by Squabalogic. We chat about her career, her writing process and more learn more about both of these new musicals. Including, the special performance of 'Crash Through, or Crash' from The Dismissal, performed at the awards. Tickets: https://www.thedismissal.com Watch performances ~ 'I'm A Fairy' Laura Murphy starring as Sparkles The Fairy, from 'William and Sparkles Magical Tales' television show ~ About the Dismissal musical and Gough Whitlam's legacy filmed podcast ~ 'Crash Through Or Crash' introduced by Laura Murphy (music/lyrics) from the Sydney Theatre Awards ~ 'Crash Through Or Crash' (full performance), from 'The Dismissal' musical, performed by Brittanie Shipway at the Sydney Theatre Awards ~ 'The Lovers' musical Follow: Laura Murphy Let Me Entertain You @LMEYpodcast - Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

2023 is looking to be another exciting year! Following on from the previous episode, this is your in-depth guide of what is happening - A calendar list per month of Australian premieres; new productions; beloved musicals celebrating anniversaries; new Australian musicals and closing tours. Musicals and more! As up to date as possible at time of recording, what not to miss! Let Me Entertain You @LMEYpodcast - Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Grateful to be back again in 2023. Hear a little summary of the Australian premieres, beloved musicals celebrating anniversaries and new Australian musicals launching. A huge thank you to all the Guests who have given their time to be interviewed and to You, the listeners for your support. Your messages are so wonderful to receive. From Me (and team), As always - Thanks for listening! E :) Let Me Entertain You @LMEYpodcast - Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube