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Harriet Thorpe joins Gaby Roslin for a special episode, recorded live at The Podcast Show in London. Harriet is known and loved by fans of Eastenders, Wicked, Ab Fab - and The Brittas Empire (anyone remember that!?) She chats to Gaby about her amazing career, her love of Eastenders, the mischief she gets up to on set - and what makes her smile! Remember you can watch all our episodes (and see our extra nuggets of joy - our Show n Tell episodes) on our YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Discussing their roles, lives and careers making it in comedy, film, TV and stand-up.Todays Sponsors:AG1: drinkAG1.com/HOWTOWOWCarFest: https://carfest.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Absolutely Fabulous legend Harriet Thorpe and son Jack Thorpe Baker stop by to chat about perfume, working with Elizabeth Taylor, and three films written by Gillian Freeman--The Leather Boys (1964), That Cold Day in the Park (1969), and I Want What I Want (1972). 10/20/22 S5E2 To hear the complete continuing story of The Perfume Nationalist please subscribe on Patreon.
Actor, writer and star receptionist from ‘Celebs Go Dating', Tom Read Wilson sits down for Quite a Queer Conversation with legendary actor Harriet Thorpe, best known from her time as Fleur in ‘Absolutely Fabulous' and from the West End in Wicked, Mamma Mia, Cabaret and so many more. They chat about proudest moments, worst celebrity encounters, LGBTQ+ role models, first kisses and so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Charlotte Bloomsbury (Stepping Out / The Good Life) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Charlotte discuss Legally Blonde (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), Six: Live On Opening Night (Broadway Cast Album), Dreamgirls (UK Tour) and Table Manners Live (London Palladium) as well as the latest news about the Tony Awards, Mrs Doubtfire, Jeremy Jordan, Stephanie J Block and lots more!Last year Charlotte understudied Barbara, Margo & Mary in The Good Life (UK Tour) before joining the London company of NewsRevue (Canal Cafe Theatre) in which she played various roles including Boris Johnson, Cressida Dick and The Queen. She has been part of several improvisation comedy groups, and performed in countless off-West End and Edinburgh Fringe Festival shows. Charlotte is about to go back on tour, starring as Andy in the new reimagined production of Stepping Out, starring alongside Rita Simons, Harriet Thorpe, Hayley Tamaddon, Leanne Jones and Wendi Peters. Stepping Out opens at the Kings Theatre in Portsmouth on 5th September, and is currently booking through to November 2022. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! We're off for a couple of weeks, but will be back to finish this season on Tuesday 7th June. Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.
We're behind you! (Oh no we're not!) Welcome to a very special bonus episode as we visit the New Victoria Theatre in Woking for their seasonal spectacular! It's Panto season, and what better way to celebrate than by enjoying Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs! With an all-star cast of Gok Wan, Harriet Thorpe and Aaron James, will this truly be the Fairest Panto in All The Land? Download now, and find out our thoughts! Music: Purple-Planet.com
This week Kerry is chatting to TV, Film and Theatre legend, Harriet Thorpe. Harriet is probably best known for her roles as Carole Parkinson in Brittas Empire and Fleur in Absolutely fabulous. These roles have cemented her as one of the UK's most iconic comedy actresses. No stranger to drama, she has also appeared in countless other TV shows including; Casualty, Material Girl, The ill and Midsomer Murders. Outside of TV Harriet is a huge star on stage having appeared in countless west end and touring shows including, Mamma Mia, Cabaret and of Course Wicked with none other than Kerry herself!In this episode she shares her love of acting, her desire to continually work hard and how she pushes herself to keep evolving in order to continue to grow and find success. Follow Harriet on Instagram @hatdorableIf you have enjoyed this podcast please rate, Review and Subscribe... feel free to tell a friend too!Follow Kerry on Twitter and Instagram. Find out more information and upcoming dates from Kerry Ellis at kerryellis.comProduced by Martin Joseph at Peroxide Media.Please support the sponsors that make these episodes possible.Bedfordshire Hot tubs - www.bhtubs.co.uk - Quote 'Kerry On' at the checkout or when you speak to them and they are going to donate towards 'Acting For Others'. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
This week Sally chats with Film, Tv and Theatre legend, Harriet Thorpe.Harriet is best known for her role as Carole in 'The Brittas Empire' and Fleur in 'Absolutely Fabulous' both for the BBC. Harriet's other credits include: 'Midsomer Murders' (ITV), 'Streetcar to Tennessee' (Young Vic), 'Brighton Rock' (Almeida Theatre), 'Cabaret' (Lyric Theatre, UK tour and Savoy Theatre), 'Crazy for You' (Regent’s Park and Novello Theatre), 'Great Britain' (National Theatre) and 'The Lady in the Van' (directed by Nick Hytner).Harriet shares the story of her career and rise to the top as well as discussing the women that inspired her and the women that continue to do so. You can find out more about Merium on her website cakeface-makeup.com or find her on Instagram @cakeface_makeupHead to Sallys website for all her Psychic services and to order your bottle of Darling Number 1 Sallymorgan.tvFollow Sally on Instagram @sallymorgantvThis is a Peroxide Media PodcastExecutive Producer and Audio Engineering : Martin JosephProducer : Fern WiltshearIf you have enjoyed this podcast then check out The Real Brunch from Peroxide Media See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Josephine Buchan began her career on television, hosting television programs for the BBC, ITV and Sky. Her love of theater led to her embarking on a career as an independent producer/ director. In addition to her passion for first-class commercial theater, Josephine also seeks to develop the skills of young people, many of whom are struggling in the educational system, within the framework of performing arts. www.josephinebuchan.comCathie Winn became a bit of a cliche when she dropped out of art school and turned to waitressing while deciding what to do with her life. After a flurry of odd jobs, she landed at Orso in Covent Garden. In 1992, Cathie became the Head Maitre’d at Joe Allen London, and has been a beloved caretaker of its unique charms for almost 30 years. Since the restaurant’s temporary closing in March 2020, Cathie has been occupying herself with her old love of painting (now with added allotment of gardening and baking.) Cathie is married and lives in East London with her hubby and a Jack Russell terrier named Olive. To watch "An Evening at Joe's" go to Joe Allen TV London on youtube. Act 3 drops on November 26th. If you'd like to donate to Save Our West End, click here.Cocktails at Table 7- Inside New York’s Joe Allen is produced and hosted by Jason Woodruff, Dana Mierlak and Sean Kent, with music by James Rubio and logo and artwork design by Christina D’Angelo. The Producers would like to extend a special thank you to the owners of Joe Allen, Orso and Bar Centrale Restaurants.
Sleepless A Musical Romance at the Troubadour Wembley Park marks a historic moment for the return of indoor London Theatre after the lockdown. Interviews with actor Cory English who plays Rob and Tom Fitch from the technical team on the show.
This week we chat with director Matthew Rancom about the brand new musical, Before After, to be lived streamed from the Southwark Playhouse in London, starring real life couple Hadley Fraser and Rosalie Craig. We also chat with TV and West End star, Harriet Thorpe about the first new musical to open in a theatre in the UK, Sleepless, based on the hit movie Sleepless in Seattle. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Star of Ab Fab, darling of the West End, friend of the pod and all-round glamour-puss Harriet Thorpe is here on Wheels On Fire! We CAN'T believe it! So pour yourself a glass of something delicious and join Harriet, Leo, Peter and Cooper for a laugh as we chat about life, the now, the future and of course Absolutely Fabulous. Cheers!
Let us take you on a lexical journey with highlights from our first ten episodes of Tom Read Wilson has words with... With episodes featuring Angela Scanlon, Lloyd Griffith, Charlotte Crosby, Luke Kempner, Stephen Bailey, Radzi Chinyanganya, Paul Carrick Brunson, Baga Chipz, Harriet Thorpe and Paul Chuckle! If you haven't already, take a listen to Series 1 and stay tuned for Episode 1 of Series 2 on Wednesday! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
From London to Hollywood, this week's guest has lived a life like something out of the movies. She's graced the stage and the screens - she's Absolutely Fabulous *wink*! Why is it called the Green Room? Wonder no more. Harriet Thorpe and Tom Read Wilson have all the theatre terminology your heart could desire in this weeks episode. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and do leave us your ratings and reviews, we read every one of them! Oodles of love x See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester is continuing its run of revivals of musicals with the Jerry Herman show Mame, starring Tracie Bennett, Tim Flavin and Harriet Thorpe. During the Manchester run, BTG editor David Chadderton sat in the theatre with Harriet—well known to TV audiences for her comedy roles such as Carole The Brittas Empire and Fleur in Absolutely Fabulous, but with stage musical credits including Mamma Mia and Wicked—and spoke about her role as Mame’s bitchy actress friend Vera in the show, about working at Hope Mill and about her background in TV comedy and theatre. Mame runs at Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester from 28 September until 9 November 2019. It can also be seen at Royal and Derngate Theatre in Northampton from 7 to 11 January and Salisbury Playhouse from 21 to 25 January 2020. (Production photo of Harriet Thorpe, credit: Pamela Raith)
I chat with the lovely Harriet Thorpe, one of the UKs great stage and screen actresses who has been in flipping loads of things including Absolutely Fabulous, French and Saunders and of course The Brittas Empire. And Harriet is on a mission! She is campaigning to BRING BACK BRITTAS! And get The Brittas Empire on Netflix. And we can all help out, get online and check out @bringBKbrittas. Lets do it! the Brittas Empire was s such a great show and Harriet and I chat about it here.Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message
I chat with the lovely Harriet Thorpe, one of the UKs great stage and screen actresses who has been in flipping loads of things including Absolutely Fabulous, French and Saunders and of course The Brittas Empire. And Harriet is on a mission! She is campaigning to BRING BACK BRITTAS! And get The Brittas Empire on Netflix. And we can all help out, get online and check out @bringBKbrittas. Lets do it! the Brittas Empire was s such a great show and Harriet and I chat about it here.Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show
Harriet Thorpe is an English actress known for her roles in the British sitcoms, The Brittas Empire and Absolutely Fabulous. She has also starred in the West End musicals, Cabaret, Wicked and Mamma Mia! She is an ambassador for ‘Walk The Walk', the UK's largest grant-making breast cancer charity, and the UK's Diversity In Media Awards (DIMAS). Her sister is the actress Matilda Thorpe. The 'Influential Women Podcast' discusses Harriet's life, work, passions, motivations and influences and is co-produced by presenter Nicki Bannerman and audio producer Juliette Nicholls. Support us and help us keep making the podcast here: https://patreon.com/InfluentialWomenPodcast?utmmedium=social&utmsource=twitter&utm_campaign=creatorshare @nickihbc @julesnicholls
This week we chat with TV and stage stage, Harriet Thorpe, about the UK revival of Mame at Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester as well as stage and screen star, Jason Kravitz, about Off The Top! at London's Crazy Coqs. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In this special extra podcast, you can listen to our interviews from this year's inaugural West End Flea Market, with interviews from Christopher Biggins, Wayne Sleep, Celia Imri, Su Pollard, Hayley Mills, Wendi Peters, Harriet Thorpe, Tarrin Callendar, Tom Read Wilson and more! All in aid of Acting For Others. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
VLOG 7 ft. Matthew Croke. Sophie Isaacs. Charlotte Wakefield. Chloe Hart. Rob Fowler. Sharon Sexton. Gerard McCarthy. Candace Furbert. Nadine Coyle. Gals Aloud. Sooz Kempner. Lucy O’Byrne. Lucy May Barker. Shona White. Adele Anderson. Elissa Churchill. Kat Lozano. Ryan Anderson. Chris Bartlett-Walford. Alex Burns. Shakira Rattray. Abi Carter-Simpson. The Show Goes On. Come From Away. Only Fools and Horses. Fame. The Curtain Up Show Unplugged. Follies. MT Fest UK. Lens London. I also mention, Oscar Conlon-Morrey. Gemma Sutton. Joanna Riding. Janie Dee. Paul Taylor Mills. Liam Doyle. Mark Anderson. Harriet Thorpe. Jamie Muscato. Bronte Barbe. Will Burton. Carrie Hope Fletcher. Tash Taylor Johnson. Ben Forster. Jodie Jacobs. Jordan Luke Gage. Lizzie Connolly. Danielle Steers. Shoshona Bean. Durone Stokes. Tom Lloyd. Chris Passey.
It's Christmas! Joining Ian for the final show of the year (and the most festive) was some of our favourite guests from 2018, including The Chief from Channel 4's Hunted, Peter Bleksley, thespian and Queen of Ian's heart Harriet Thorpe, frontman of Towers of London Donny Tourette and Dan Schreiber and James Harkin from the No Such Thing As A Fish podcast! What a show! Also, intern Will gets feedback on his university paper about working at FUBAR.
It's Christmas! Joining Ian for the final show of the year (and the most festive) was some of our favourite guests from 2018, including The Chief from Channel 4's Hunted, Peter Bleksley, thespian and Queen of Ian's heart Harriet Thorpe, frontman of Towers of London Donny Tourette and Dan Schreiber and James Harkin from the No Such Thing As A Fish podcast! What a show! Also, intern Will gets feedback on his university paper about working at FUBAR.
THROWBACK EPISODE - a year ago this week the #MeToo Movement rose with Rose McGowan's initial accusations against Harvey Weinstein, and an article in the New York Times. In this throwback episode (released 8th October 2017) Harriet, Emma and Natalie discuss the news as they heard it. There is 2 years worth of Badass in the BAWH archive so make sure you are having a good look around :) Episode 89: This week we are joining in with the taking down of one of Hollywood's giants - Harvey Weinstein. When does this abuse of power end? Can we be honest about our mental health at work? And do we think Theresa May is a badass after her conference speech this week? Our guest this week is the incredible comedy actress Harriet Thorpe who has appeared in Absolutely Fabulous, The Brittas Empire and the Calendar Girls film. And Nastaran Tavakoli-Far from theshares her #backdatedbadass See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
This episode, Gordon chats with the absolutely fabulous Harriet Thorpe. They discuss auditions for Joe Allens, Uncle Howard and what not to say to Fred Astaire.
This week Ian was joined by two musical artists making a comeback; Towers of London frontman Donny Tourette, who spoke about the issues in the past as well as moving forward with a new album, and Frank Maudsley, bassist from 80s band A Flock of Seagulls, who chatted about the bands return and their new recordings featuring all four original members. Also on the show was Nat's dating stories, plus regular Harriet Thorpe, who rang in live to continue to berate Ian for not seeing her show.
This week Ian was joined by two musical artists making a comeback; Towers of London frontman Donny Tourette, who spoke about the issues in the past as well as moving forward with a new album, and Frank Maudsley, bassist from 80s band A Flock of Seagulls, who chatted about the bands return and their new recordings featuring all four original members. Also on the show was Nat’s dating stories, plus regular Harriet Thorpe, who rang in live to continue to berate Ian for not seeing her show.
Ian was live with an important show rebrand announcement featuring several swears, and was also joined by guests Ellise Chappell, actress featuring in the new series of Poldark, and writer and actor Alan Flanagan, who has a one man show opening at the Pleasance Theatre in London. Also on the show, as normal, was Harriet Thorpe, who once again shouted at Ian for not coming to see her show Ruthless, The Musical.
Ian was live with an important show rebrand announcement featuring several swears, and was also joined by guests Ellise Chappell, actress featuring in the new series of Poldark, and writer and actor Alan Flanagan, who has a one man show opening at the Pleasance Theatre in London. Also on the show, as normal, was Harriet Thorpe, who once again shouted at Ian for not coming to see her show Ruthless, The Musical.
This week Ian and Producer Nat were joined by actor and writer, Tom Ratcliffe, was was on the show to talk about his new play 'Gifted', which has a short run at the Pleasance Theatre. Additionally, actress Olive Gray was in the studio to talk all about her new series 'Home from Home' featuring the likes of Johnny Vegas and Emilia Fox. Harriet Thorpe also appears in the show to berate Ian once more, and Nat talks about her sex dreams which involve mummification.
This week Ian and Producer Nat were joined by actor and writer, Tom Ratcliffe, was was on the show to talk about his new play 'Gifted', which has a short run at the Pleasance Theatre. Additionally, actress Olive Gray was in the studio to talk all about her new series 'Home from Home' featuring the likes of Johnny Vegas and Emilia Fox. Harriet Thorpe also appears in the show to berate Ian once more, and Nat talks about her sex dreams which involve mummification.
This week Kirk is joined by theatre, TV and film actress Harriet Thorpe. They discuss Harriet’s early beginnings in LA, her move from dance to drama and the moments that changed her career - including her time at the National and meeting Jennifer Saunders and Dawn French.
Three guests in the building! First up was comedian Tom Lucy, who was in the studio ahead of his ‘Needs To Stop Showing Off In Front Of His Friends' show at the Soho Theatre. Following Tom was actor Tommy Bastow, who not only refused to reveal to Ian the last time he had sex, but also managed to turn the interview onto Ian. Finally, esteemed actor Brian Bovell joined the gang, to talk about his acting career and reaching the Celebrity Masterchef semi-finals. Also, Harriet Thorpe was on the phone once again, as was former intern Truls, who broke the news that he has sold his tuba.
Three guests in the building! First up was comedian Tom Lucy, who was in the studio ahead of his ‘Needs To Stop Showing Off In Front Of His Friends’ show at the Soho Theatre. Following Tom was actor Tommy Bastow, who not only refused to reveal to Ian the last time he had sex, but also managed to turn the interview onto Ian. Finally, esteemed actor Brian Bovell joined the gang, to talk about his acting career and reaching the Celebrity Masterchef semi-finals. Also, Harriet Thorpe was on the phone once again, as was former intern Truls, who broke the news that he has sold his tuba.
Ian had a very busy show on Monday, with guests Ashley Driver and Olivier Leclair from Chickenshed Theatre in the studio ahead of their production of One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. Then on the phone was the legendary Chas Hodges from Chas & Dave, who was discussing the duo's new album and getting into emailing. Finally, actor Calam Lynch was in the studio to discuss his role in ‘Much Ado About Nothing' at The Rose Theatre in Kingston. Also on the show was Harriet Thorpe (again) and Assistant Producer Toby had his appraisal.
Ian had a very busy show on Monday, with guests Ashley Driver and Olivier Leclair from Chickenshed Theatre in the studio ahead of their production of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest. Then on the phone was the legendary Chas Hodges from Chas & Dave, who was discussing the duo’s new album and getting into emailing. Finally, actor Calam Lynch was in the studio to discuss his role in ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ at The Rose Theatre in Kingston. Also on the show was Harriet Thorpe (again) and Assistant Producer Toby had his appraisal.
‘Surprise' guest Harriet Thorpe made it onto the fourth show in a row by once again telling Ian off for not yet going to see her show. Ian was then joined by documentary maker Ben Zand, who joined the show to talk about his new documentary for BBC iPlayer about rapper R Kelly and the allegations against him. Following this, actress and writer Sarah Milton popped by to discuss her show Tumble Tuck, which opens at the King's Head Theatre later in April.
‘Surprise’ guest Harriet Thorpe made it onto the fourth show in a row by once again telling Ian off for not yet going to see her show. Ian was then joined by documentary maker Ben Zand, who joined the show to talk about his new documentary for BBC iPlayer about rapper R Kelly and the allegations against him. Following this, actress and writer Sarah Milton popped by to discuss her show Tumble Tuck, which opens at the King’s Head Theatre later in April.
Once again Harriet Thorpe joined Ian on the phone in her bid to appear on 21 consecutive shows and to get Ian to actually attend her show Ruthless, which is currently on in the West End. Ian then told tales of his first threesome, before Ian Brown, creator of adult animated series The Bruvs joined him in the studio to discuss the series, but also about his time as a writer on 'This Is Your Life'. Following this, Romanian comedian Radu Isac was on the show to talk about his upcoming English Speaking Comedy Borsh, but also to teach Ian how to swear in Romanian, which he did when he called Connor.
Once again Harriet Thorpe joined Ian on the phone in her bid to appear on 21 consecutive shows and to get Ian to actually attend her show Ruthless, which is currently on in the West End. Ian then told tales of his first threesome, before Ian Brown, creator of adult animated series The Bruvs joined him in the studio to discuss the series, but also about his time as a writer on 'This Is Your Life'. Following this, Romanian comedian Radu Isac was on the show to talk about his upcoming English Speaking Comedy Borsh, but also to teach Ian how to swear in Romanian, which he did when he called Connor.
Last week actress Harriet Thorpe promised to be on Ian's show every week until he came and see her new show Ruthless and, sticking to her word, she rang in to ask why he hadn't been yet. Ian also berated poor Connor Wallace again, even when he rang in to apologise. The first guest in the studio was comedian Jamali Maddix, fresh off a plane from New York, to talk about his new worldwide tour and about Viceland's Hate Thy Neighbour. He was followed by Miles Chapman and Mark O'Sullivan, writers, creators and stars of Lee and Dean, a brand new comedy coming to Channel 4 on Good Friday.
Last week actress Harriet Thorpe promised to be on Ian’s show every week until he came and see her new show Ruthless and, sticking to her word, she rang in to ask why he hadn’t been yet. Ian also berated poor Connor Wallace again, even when he rang in to apologise. The first guest in the studio was comedian Jamali Maddix, fresh off a plane from New York, to talk about his new worldwide tour and about Viceland’s Hate Thy Neighbour. He was followed by Miles Chapman and Mark O’Sullivan, writers, creators and stars of Lee and Dean, a brand new comedy coming to Channel 4 on Good Friday.
This week the show kicked off with a tale of Ian in a fight in a pub, and with a complete debacle over who should be on the phone to sing a song. This was interrupted by the arrival of Absolutely Fabulous actress Harriet Thorpe, who vowed to be a part of the next 21 episodes, ahead of her appearance in Ruthless! The Musical. Eventually, a caller named Sam rang up and decided to sing, although that wasn't without its own controversies, before two cast members of Brilliant Jerks, which is happening as part of London's Vault Festival, joined Ian to discuss the play inspired by Uber.
This week the show kicked off with a tale of Ian in a fight in a pub, and with a complete debacle over who should be on the phone to sing a song. This was interrupted by the arrival of Absolutely Fabulous actress Harriet Thorpe, who vowed to be a part of the next 21 episodes, ahead of her appearance in Ruthless! The Musical. Eventually, a caller named Sam rang up and decided to sing, although that wasn't without its own controversies, before two cast members of Brilliant Jerks, which is happening as part of London's Vault Festival, joined Ian to discuss the play inspired by Uber.
Bunny Galore's new podcast ZERO FILTER. In this series she exploring all her favourite things & people, starting with the only and only HARRIET THORPE you can find out more about Harriet's new vlog here https://www.whatsnextvlog.com/
Bunny Galore's new podcast ZERO FILTER. In this series she exploring all her favourite things & people, starting with the only and only HARRIET THORPE you can find out more about Harriet's new vlog here https://www.whatsnextvlog.com/