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Tiana Biscuit - drag artist, singer and president of the Jodie Prenger fan club - joins me as we recap episode five of the ITV show Mamma Mia!: I Have a Dream. Follow host Rich on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thebaldestbitch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After previously starring in the last West End revival of Oliver!, Jenny Fitzpatrick is preparing to return to Dickens' England in Leeds Playhouse's eagerly anticipated revival of the much-loved musical. Now starring as Nancy, Jenny tells us about her journey to the role having previously covered Jodie Prenger at Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. This also marks the first time Jenny has returned to Leeds since her outing in Aladdin in 2010. We hear in this interview her excitement at returning to Leeds and getting the opportunity to play the pivotal role of Nancy in James Brining's reimagining of Lionel Bart's classic show.Over the years, Jenny Fitzpatrick has played some of the most memorable roles in the West End and on tour in shows such as Tina: The Tina Turner Musical and Ghost the Musical. More recently, Jenny took on the role of Fama in the world premiere of Berlusconi the Musical at the newly opened Southwark Playhouse Elephant. In the course of interview, Jenny tells us about her love for playing challenging and complex characters. We hear her talk about the rewards of getting older in the industry - being able to bring new layers of depth to her characters dealing with difficult issues such as abuse and rejection. The upcoming revival of Oliver! will see Jenny also reunite with Chris Bennett who also featured in the West End revival of the show and we hear Jenny talk about the joy of working with the esteemed company and her hopes for what audiences will take away with them from seeing the show.Oliver! opens at Leeds Playhouse on 24 November and runs to 27 January at Leeds Playhouse with tickets on sale now!
“I never played a leading lady because I was a little chubby” Jodie Prenger has been a star on both stage and screen. In this episode of Events That Made Me, Jodie reveals how her love for entertainment started with Drag Queens in Blackpool. Jodie tells Liz how winning I'd Do Anything in 2008 launched her career in theatre as she played Nancy on the West End, and eventually led to her current role on Coronation Street (even though she didn't even audition.) Liz Taylor's 30-year career in event planning has built an impressive portfolio of events, including celebrity weddings, charity fundraisers like Children in Need with Gary Barlow and huge gala dinners such as the Winter White Gala at Kensington Palace for HRH Duke of Cambridge, as well as the Manchester United Champions League winning after party in Moscow and Coronation Street's 40th-anniversary celebrations. Liz Taylor Instagram - @liztaylorconsultancy Twitter - @ConsultancyLiz Facebook - facebook.com/LizTaylorConsultancy LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/liztaylor-tlc Website - liz-taylor-consulting.co.uk Jodie Prenger Instagram - @msjodieprenger
Glenda Shuttleworth first set foot in Weatherfield last August, and for Jodie Prenger, it's been a real whirlwind of a year! In this episode, we sit down with the actress behind Rovers' latest barmaid to chat about all things Corrie, from joining the beloved Shuttleworth clan and working in the pub alongside Sally Ann Matthews and Charlie Jordan, to launching Weatherfield's very first stage school, Little Big Shotz!
If anyone's seen it all in theatre it's Nick Allott, who spent 40 years with Cameron Mackintosh, running it for 20. This week we chat to Nick about theatre's glory days, from Cats and Phantom to Les Misérables and Hamilton. But he also sheds sobering light on how devastating the pandemic has been for the industry as theatres went dark for the longest time in their histories. As the sector slowly starts to recover, Nick looks to the future while regaling us with a host of hilarious, entertaining anecdotes ranging from Princess Diana doing the splits in his office to Andrew Lloyd Webber drenching Barbra Streisand's canapés in champagne. He also offers us a backstage pass to the real stories behind the headlines – why did Elaine Paige take over from Judi Dench in Cats? Why was Martin McCutcheon so panned in My Fair Lady? Why did losing out to Jodie Prenger in the 2008 BBC Series I'd do Anything ultimately catapult Jessie Buckley to stardom? What's Hugh Jackman really like? How did Nick end up with a gun in his fridge? Listen in to hear what it's really like to live your life behind the scenes of London's leading West End theatres. Produced by Audio Coast
Make your Christmas a cracker with the Soap From The Box Christmas party.Lee is joined by Sam Giles, Jodie Prenger and Tom Lister for a Santa Sack full of laughs, games and chat covering everything from Christmas traditions to Christmas food. Well this is a Christmas Special! We wish you all a very Merry Christmas and can't wait to see you all in the new year with the rest of Series 3!Ho Ho Ho! ————————————————————————————————————————————————Lee Salisbury directed Continuing Drama for over 10 years. Notable episodes including the Cot Death in Emmerdale and Barbara Windsor's leaving episodes for Eastenders. He s now a Series Producer… and of course a Podcaster!Thanks to David Stevens at The Bothy for editing and technical wizardry.@davidstevens_editor @the__bothyThanks to Iain McCallum for his press help.Watch the video version of this episode plus many more on our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYfEijGI8HgUGOWx9-2MEZQ/videosFind us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @soapfromthebox—————————————————————————————————————————————————Huge thanks to our sponsor - Wines by Kylie Minogue https://www.kylieminoguewines.com/Twitter @kyliewinesInstagram @kylieminoguewines
Let the festivities continue as Tim Calvert tells us all about the most magical productions you can enjoy this coming January. The upcoming audio described shows include: Panto at the Palladium -The London Palladium - Sunday 9th of January 2022 Robin Hood - Theatre Royal Nottingham - Sunday 9th of January 2022 Cinderella - Wolverhampton Grand Theatre - Sunday 9th of January 2022 Goldilocks and the Three Bears - Hippodrome Birmingham - Wednesday 12th and Saturday 15th of January 2022 AVOA is written, presented and produced by Tim Calvert of Calvert Creative Concepts for RNIB Connect Radio and The Audio Description Association. For more information or to get involved email aviewonaccess@gmail.com Image shows a scene from the Robin Hood panto. An ensemble of dancers dressed in clown costumes and Jodie Prenger as the Spirit of Sherwood in the middle. Wearing a blue dress with fairy wings, she raises her wand high.
After over a decade of performing in theatre, Jodie Prenger has firmly established herself as one of the West End's fiercest leading ladies, taking on roles in Les Miserables, A Taste of Honey and Oliver. The winner of 'The Biggest Loser' and 'I'd Do Anything', she is also a familiar face to TV audiences, regularly making appearances on various shows. Now, she has returned to the stage in a new tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Don Black's 'Tell Me on a Sunday'. After a successful run in 2016, Jodie has been wowing audiences around the UK as Emma in the hit one-woman-show featuring songs such as 'Take That Look Off Your Face' and 'Tell Me on a Sunday'.In this exclusive interview, Jodie Prenger reveals her love for animals and reflects on her career. As the tour continues to play to raving audiences, Jodie has also been keen to play a special second act on this tour, answering questions from audiences and playing extra songs. She remains proud of her Northern roots and reminds us all about the power of kindness and reminisces about the people she's worked with. It was an absolutely pleasure to have Jodie Prenger join us and we hope audiences enjoy 'Tell Me on a Sunday'.
Jodie is currently reprising her performance as Emma in the UK touring production of Tell Me On A Sunday by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Don Black. Directed by Paul Foster, this production originally ran at the Watermill Theatre.In 2008 Jodie won I'd Do Anything (BBC) and went on to play Nancy in the West End revival of Oliver. Her other West End credits include One Man Two Guvnors, Spamalot and A Taste of Honey. Jodie's other theatre credits include Abigail's Party, Shirley Valentine, Annie, Fat Friends and Calamity Jane. During the pandemic Jodie co-wrote Cinderella: The Socially Distanced Ball which ran at the Turbine Theatre.Tell Me On A Sunday is back on tour from Tuesday 10th August in Nottingham, before visiting Sheffield, Colchester, Edinburgh, Leicester, Salford and Bury St Edmonds before wrapping up in Guildford in November.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening!Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.
#Rachael Wooding #PrettyWoman #BritainsGotTalent Meets Rachael Wooding. Pretty Woman. The Lonesome Frets Britain's Got Talent. Hairspray. We Will Rock You. Jersey Boys. Welcome to That Stagey Blog podcast. This is an audio version of this interview which is also available as a video on YouTube.
#MattHenry #TheVoice #KinkyBoots Meets Matt Henry. The Voice. Kinky Boots. Hushabye Mountain. Hope Mill Theatre. Olivier Awards. Welcome to That Stagey Blog podcast. This is an audio version of this interview which is also available as a video on YouTube.
This is a fantastic light hearted discussion with West End singer Jodie Prenger. We talk about growing up in Blackpool, the early shows and getting her massive break in into West End Productions. This is a lovely fun interview, enjoy!
There's less than a week to go, so what better way to get in the festive spirit than with an all-star Christmas concert! This incredible show is available at stream.theatre (https://www.stream.theatre/home) from tonight (20th December) to New Year's Day and features performances from the likes of Maureen Lipman, David Bedella, Jodie Prenger, Lee Mead, Kevin Clifton, The Vivienne, plus so many more! Take a listen to this #SpotlightOn (https://twitter.com/ShowtimeURN) to find out everything you need to know. Pick up a ticket and watch the concert right here: stream.theatre/WeNeedALittleChristmas (https://www.stream.theatre/season/6)
It’s Chrrrrriiiiisssssstmas And to celebrate why not have a Christmas Special. With not 1 star but 5 stars!Lee is joined by the cast of The Ceremony, Catherine Tyldesley (Corrie), Jodie Prenger (West End), Paula Lane (Corrie), Stephen Rahman Hughes (Eastenders) and Samantha Giles. The play was performed in Leeds, and is available to stream online to raise money for the ARTS. The cast play a Christmas Snog, Marry or Avoid, and compete in the ultimate Emmerdale V Corrie V EastEnders Quiz. And of course we get some behind the scenes stories from all the showsTo book tickets to watch the play:https://www.stream.theatre/homeThe single “I Am What I Am (The Ceremony Version) is available from Itunes and Spotifyhttps://music.apple.com/gb/album/i-am-what-i-am-ceremony-version-original-play-soundtrack/1542389541https://open.spotify.com/album/3WzLdnNfc4v3zHT2CJ9RoG?si=jfH14tZYRWCnxfyPGbrDDQ —————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Lee Salisbury is a Series Producer & Director who worked in Continuing Drama for over 10 years.Thanks to David Stevens at The Bothy for editing and technical wizardry.@davidstevens_editor @the__bothyFind us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @soapfromthebox
This week Alex and Jimmy are looking at MORE Dickens and kicking it off with their first novel Oliver Twist. They are joined by this weeks guest star Jodie Prenger winner of BBC's 'I'd Do Anything' about playing the iconic role Nancy and her menagerie of furry friends named after the characters in the book. They also discuss Charles Dickens' antisemitism, using his work as a means to 'out' failing government systems and his strange idolising of young women.
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Join Natalie as she chats with actress & West End favourite Jodie Prenger. Discussing the importance of women supporting women, female empowerment and finding body confidence this episode is full of honesty & laughs, with maybe the odd tear & animal noise!
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In the third episode of the ‘Brewing Actors’ podcast, Adam Robert Lewis talks with Jodie Prenger. Jodie shot to fame during BBC’s ‘I’d Do Anything’ in search of ‘Nancy’ for the London revival of Oliver produced by Cameron Mackintosh. Jodie was chosen by the voting public making her West End dream a reality. Since ‘I’d Do Anything’ Jodie has continually reinforced that she really can do anything from musicals to plays to TV. Jodie has conquered all the mediums. Jodie is currently returning to the National Theatre in their production of ‘A Taste of Honey’ which is running until February 27. If you are looking for a fun and honest account of the ups and downs of life in the arts, this is the episode for you.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/brewingactors)
Clive Anderson and Nikki Bedi are joined by David Threlfall, Jodie Prenger, Angela Barnes and Bosh! for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. With music from Georgia.
Wham!, A Taste of Honey, and a seasonal visit to Downton Abbey
“You don’t strive to push your Gran down the stairs just to get that part“ - Jodie Prenger Robert Emery talks to Jodie Prenger, actress and singer best known for winning the ‘I’d Do Anything’ TV programme in 2008, giving her the opportunity to play Nancy in the West End revival of ‘Oliver!’ at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. Jodie talks about her work on stage, and the influence the National Theatre had on her. She of course also answers a quick-fire round of questions culminating in the big question; Oliver or Annie? Jodie has gone on to forge an incredible career in theatre whilst keeping her chickens, cows, dogs, a cat, tortoises and fish happy at home! This is a fun conversation with someone who successfully proves it is possible to make a strong career when discovered by a TV talent show. To see the original web page for this episode, click here: https://rdce.news/ep13
In this month’s episode, Jodie Prenger is back at the Theatre Royal, in the National Theatre’s re-working of A Taste of Honey. We’re joined by podcasting veterans The Football Ramble. Marcus & Luke give us their thoughts about Norwich City Football Club. Plus we take a closer look at the next edition of Creative Matters: Finding Refuge and Sanctuary.
This week Mick and Jen catch up with star of the stage and screen Jodie Prenger, currently touring in the National Theatre’s production of Shelagh Delaney’s taboo-breaking play, A Taste of Honey (https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/a-taste-of-honey-uk-tour), to talk about mimicking everyone from your nan to Liza Minnelli. Hannah chats to tour guide and living history practitioner Ailsa Clarke to learn about the Edinburgh Seven – the first women to train to be doctors in the UK (https://www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk/whats-on/edinburgh-seven-0). There’s no records and new records in Jenny off the Blocks, Double Daves and dastardly parliamentary dealings in the Bush Telegraph, and Dunleavy gets all Loony Tunes as she does Robocop. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Recorded at The Lighthouse Media Centre for release W/C 5th August 2019 This week Jodie Prenger tells us about her role in the National Theatre's A Taste of Honey, Daryl Griffiths updates us on the films on offer at The Lighthouse, Carl McGregor chats about the charity single from One Voice Collective and we also have music from Frankie Swain and Daniel Steer.
Cleveley's library reopens, Poulton's 81 year old wingwalker and Haslingden's Auntie Nellie. Plus, Jodie Prenger, Nina Anwar, Francis Rossi and Van Gogh visits Morecambe!
Snobs, rescue animals and Demis Roussos
In this In Conversation, Sarah and Mickey had a ruddy smashing time with Nigella Lawson, Samira Ahmed and Jodie Prenger, chatting about being a cat, the power of the BBC voice, laughing at funerals, combing cows, excellent letters to Newsround, how to talk buzzard and Roger Moore as God. This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at Leicester Square Theatre in September. That means a couple of the plugs are out of date. Obviously we know now that Fiona Bruce got the Question Time job, but we love Samira’s pitching so much it’s staying in. And Nigella’s tour is over, but there’s still loads of good stuff over on her website. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Justin catches up with Jodie Prenger, Joanne McNally, Jimmy McGhie and reviews Early Doors with Chippy. Little Miss Moorhouse has a cameo and the Postbag has but on a bit of weight this week. (Sorry it's a bit longer than 45 but hope you enjoy it - Podcast Mike.)
Lancastrians spicing up their lives and the spice ruining lives on the Fylde. Plus, Hayley Kay's social media, Anton's dance off and Blackpool's Jodie Prenger.
In this very special podcast, we're on the Red Carpet at this year's Stage Debut Awards. We chatted with the musical theatre presenters, nominees and winners, including Adrienne Warren, Louis Gaunt, Jodie Prenger, Will Carey, Mark Shenton, Eleanor Kane, Eleanore Kane, Miriam Teak-Lee, Gus Gowland, Amara Okereke and Broadway Legend, Kelli O'Hara. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Steve Royle's letters, Ted Robbins sings and Brett and Sal celebrate 150 years of the Central Pier. Also, Gilly meets Jodie Prenger, Corrie's Curly and Frank Ifield
I don’t think I have ever laughed as much in an interview as I did while chatting to Jodie Prenger. She is undoubtedly one of the nicest people in showbiz. Jodie won the role of Nancy in the 2008 programme I’d Do Anything. She’s since taken on roles in Spamalot, One Man Two Guv’nors and Calamity Jane. She’s currently starring in Fat Friends - a new musical by Kay Mellor and Nick Lloyd Webber (you might have heard of his father…). In this episode we're backstage in her dressing room at the Leeds Grand Theatre and as people dash in and out before the show starts, we chatted about her love of comedy, how she deals with divas, and why this show is her ‘electric blanket’.
The actress Jodie Prenger joins Aasmah Mir and the Rev. Richard Coles. Best known for winning the role of Nancy in the West End production of Oliver! She is now receiving rave reviews for her performance as Shirley Valentine in the 30th anniversary UK tour. JP Devlin meets Jess Turtle, who recalls how her own family history and upbringing in Cardiff has inspired the Museum of Homelessness. "The First Woman of Black British Comedy", Angie Le Mar, describes how she toured doing stand up while raising her children, rebelled against her strict religious upbringing, and explains how a chocolate Labrador helped her during a low point in her life. Dr. Scott Miller is an Australian vet who has worked with animals since the age of seven. Passionate about wildlife and animal conservation, he has dealt with everything from fitting a gold tooth on a sloth bear in India to performing emergency CPR on a chipmunk. Social architect Zac Monro, talks about how he has led a "not so secret" double life, being twice-crowned air guitar world champion. And Ian Hislop shares his Inheritance Tracks. He chooses: A Swingin' Safari performed by Bert Kaempfert And His Orchestra and Life Could Not Better Be, by Danny Kaye. Shirley Valentine is currently on a UK tour. Full Circle, Turning Your Gift Around by Angie Le Mar, is out now. The Wipers Times runs at the Arts Theatre in London until 13 May. Producer: Louise Corley Editor: Eleanor Garland.
Jodie Prenger, who won the part of Nancy in Oliver! in TV reality show I'd Do Anything, is currently starring as Dolly in Richard Bean's One Man, Two Guvnors, the multi-award-winning comedy from the National Theatre based on Carlo Goldoni's The Servant of Two Masters directed by Nicholas Hytner, at the Theatre Royal Haymarket in London. Jodie will join the current tour of the production for a couple of its northern dates. David Chadderton talks to her about bringing the production to her home town of Blackpool.
Nick and Mike Dixon check out Shrek playing at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. Hear their thoughts, as well as from the stars, and a surprise appearance from Jodie Prenger.