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We are back for 2025 and what better way to kick things off than popping into Better Best Bargains with our fabulous special guest Helen Colby, who absolutely stole the show in her role as Tracey in Here & Now. Helen shares all the behind the scenes gossip on how she got cast in the show, the rehearsals, the Birmingham run and if we will see her grace the stage again in the upcoming tour.Helen trained at the prestigious Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, where she was awarded the Dame Judi Dench Scholarship. Beyond the stage, she's the creative force behind the comedy vocal trio The Dots, who made it to the semi-finals of Britain's Got Talent in 2022. Helen's also been shortlisted for Comedy Crowd's 2023 competition with her one-woman skit, 3 Sugars, Fanks Darlin', which she not only performed in but also wrote, directed, and brought to life on her own.You can follow Helen Colby on Instagram @helencolbyHere & Now - The Steps Musical is touring the UK and Ireland in 2025/26. Tickets are on sale now via https://thestepsmusical.com/Follow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast':Instagram, TikTok & X: @glitterstepspodScott: @stepscollection_Shane: @stepmeisterBrad: @bradszmerlingEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maria de Caldas Antão speaks to managing editor Emily Everett about her poem “ My Freedom,” which appears in The Common's most recent issue. Maria talks about how a casual comment inspired this poem, which explores the idea of freedom, and what it might mean to be free: personally, politically, physically, philosophically. Maria also discusses how she hears a sort of music when writing new poetry, and then chooses words, sounds, rhythms, and line breaks to put that musicality on the page. Maria de Caldas Antão lives in Lisbon, Portugal. She holds an MA in philosophy, politics, and economics from Oxford University, and a degree in acting from Mountview Academy in London. She has participated in the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference and received fellowships to attend the SLS and DISQUIET literary programs. She also has a translation from the Portuguese of a poem by Alberto de Lacerda forthcoming in The Common. ­­Read Maria's poem “My Freedom” in The Common at thecommononline.org/my-freedom. The Common is a print and online literary magazine publishing stories, essays, and poems that deepen our collective sense of place. On our podcast and in our pages, The Common features established and emerging writers from around the world. Read more and subscribe to the magazine at thecommononline.org, and follow us on Twitter @CommonMag. Emily Everett is managing editor of the magazine and host of the podcast. Her debut novel All That Life Can Afford is forthcoming from Putnam Books. Her stories appear in the Kenyon Review, Electric Literature, Tin House Online, and Mississippi Review. She was a 2022 Massachusetts Cultural Council Fellow in Fiction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Maria de Caldas Antão speaks to managing editor Emily Everett about her poem “ My Freedom,” which appears in The Common's most recent issue. Maria talks about how a casual comment inspired this poem, which explores the idea of freedom, and what it might mean to be free: personally, politically, physically, philosophically. Maria also discusses how she hears a sort of music when writing new poetry, and then chooses words, sounds, rhythms, and line breaks to put that musicality on the page. Maria de Caldas Antão lives in Lisbon, Portugal. She holds an MA in philosophy, politics, and economics from Oxford University, and a degree in acting from Mountview Academy in London. She has participated in the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference and received fellowships to attend the SLS and DISQUIET literary programs. She also has a translation from the Portuguese of a poem by Alberto de Lacerda forthcoming in The Common. ­­Read Maria's poem “My Freedom” in The Common at thecommononline.org/my-freedom. The Common is a print and online literary magazine publishing stories, essays, and poems that deepen our collective sense of place. On our podcast and in our pages, The Common features established and emerging writers from around the world. Read more and subscribe to the magazine at thecommononline.org, and follow us on Twitter @CommonMag. Emily Everett is managing editor of the magazine and host of the podcast. Her debut novel All That Life Can Afford is forthcoming from Putnam Books. Her stories appear in the Kenyon Review, Electric Literature, Tin House Online, and Mississippi Review. She was a 2022 Massachusetts Cultural Council Fellow in Fiction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literature

Maria de Caldas Antão speaks to managing editor Emily Everett about her poem “ My Freedom,” which appears in The Common's most recent issue. Maria talks about how a casual comment inspired this poem, which explores the idea of freedom, and what it might mean to be free: personally, politically, physically, philosophically. Maria also discusses how she hears a sort of music when writing new poetry, and then chooses words, sounds, rhythms, and line breaks to put that musicality on the page. Maria de Caldas Antão lives in Lisbon, Portugal. She holds an MA in philosophy, politics, and economics from Oxford University, and a degree in acting from Mountview Academy in London. She has participated in the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference and received fellowships to attend the SLS and DISQUIET literary programs. She also has a translation from the Portuguese of a poem by Alberto de Lacerda forthcoming in The Common. ­­Read Maria's poem “My Freedom” in The Common at thecommononline.org/my-freedom. The Common is a print and online literary magazine publishing stories, essays, and poems that deepen our collective sense of place. On our podcast and in our pages, The Common features established and emerging writers from around the world. Read more and subscribe to the magazine at thecommononline.org, and follow us on Twitter @CommonMag. Emily Everett is managing editor of the magazine and host of the podcast. Her debut novel All That Life Can Afford is forthcoming from Putnam Books. Her stories appear in the Kenyon Review, Electric Literature, Tin House Online, and Mississippi Review. She was a 2022 Massachusetts Cultural Council Fellow in Fiction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, Nikki talks to Connor Norris, ex-Paraparaumu College student, and star of many local theatre productions, about following his passion for the stage, which includes moving to London to study at one of the top drama schools, Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts.This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.

One of the best things about founding and developing Prenatal Yoga Center has been getting the chance to foster and grow our perinatal community. Throughout the months during (and after) their pregnancy, our students and staff get to know each other through rich dialogue where we work through things that come up, connect on shared experiences, and learn from different ones! Being so invested in their journey leading up to birth, I always feel fortunate when I get to hear how baby came into the world. So today, we have one of my favorite episode types: a community birth story. On today's episode of Yoga| Birth| Babies, we have former prenatal student Alicia Krakauer. Alicia is a born and bred New Yorker, a musical theater actress, and singer songwriter. After finishing her graduate degree at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London, she met her husband Liam back in 2014. They now live back in her hometown of NYC, and have just welcomed their first baby boy, Alastair, who was born at Lenox Hill just like his mommy! Alicia gets candid about the twists and turns that occurred in her birth and gives wonderful advice on how to process duality; allowing the space for more than one thing to be true, in both birth and postpartum. This is such an organic conversation, and I can't wait for you to hear it. Get the most out of each episode by checking out the show notes with links, resources and other related podcasts at: prenatalyogacenter.com (*hyperlink episode link from Wordpress!) Don't forget to grab your FREE guide, 5 Simple Solutions to the Most Common Pregnancy Pains HERE  If you love what you've been listening to, please leave a rating and review! Yoga| Birth|Babies (Apple) or on Spotify! To connect with Deb and the PYC Community:  Instagram & Facebook: @prenatalyogacenter Youtube: Prenatal Yoga Center Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We chat to Chris Grady about first time producing, chocolate cake and musicals. Chris Grady is a facilitator, workshop leader and trainer specialising in the support of the next generation of creative producers and practitioners. Chris created and ran the MA in Creative Producing at Mountview Academy for of Theatre Arts, until August 2018. He then returned to live in Scotland where he works for the University of the West of Scotland and founded the CGO Institute to deliver an online Diploma in Creative Producing from 2020. Useful links:CGO Institute https://www.chrisgrady.org/Musical Theatre Network https://www.musicaltheatrenetwork.com/Mercury Musical Development https://www.mercurymusicals.com/More info on the Camden Fringe www.camdenfringe.comOur music is by: https://www.purple-planet.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth Interview with Daniel Arbon, Filmmaker, “Hawker” About Harvey's guest: Today's guest, Daniel Arbon, is a filmmaker from the United Kingdom who has produced a number of short films entitled, “Ironheart”, “Plated”, “White Feather”, and now, his brand new film entitled, “Hawker”, which he wrote, produced and directed.   This short film tells the true story of Major Lanoe Hawker, who was Britain's first World War 1 "Ace" pilot, and a pioneer of early aviation combat.  The movie focuses on the activities of July 25th, 1915, when Hawker, who was at that time a Captain, became the first British pilot to successfully shoot down an enemy aircraft, by mounting a Lewis Gun to the side of his Bristol Scout airplane.    This ambitious and exciting film, which is being released on November 23, was a labour of love for our guest, whose interest in aviation originated when he trained in Aerospace Manufacturing.  He went on to be an Officer Cadet at RMA Sandhurst, and after his discharge from the British Army, he began his career in the arts as an actor, graduating from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in 2011.   After appearing in 7 films, he turned his attention to writing, producing and directing, and in 2016 he formed his own production company called Middle Realm Productions.   For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/ To see more about Daniel Arbon, go to:https://www.hawkerfilm.comhttps://www.facebook.com/MiddleRealmProductions/https://www.instagram.com/middle_realm_productionshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogrI8KM3iN8 #DanielArbon  #harveybrownstoneinterviews

UCL alumni of Classical Archaeology and Classical Civilisations and graduate of MA in Musical Theatre from Mountview Academy of Theatre Beth Hinton-Lever shares her fascinating life as a West-end actress. She inspires with her wisdom and joyful take on becoming an impromptu activist and example for marginalised communities. For more information and to access the transcript: www.ucl.ac.uk/students/support-and-wellbeing/resources-and-information/digital-resources-and-apps/remarkable-stories Date of episode recording: 2022-04-01 Duration: 40 Language of episode: English Presenter: Gia Lulic Guests: Beth Hinton-Lever Producer: Gia Lulic; Mitesh Vagadia, Lina Chang (Ediitor)

Shauna Kanter has taught CNN announcers, as well as speakers and singers of all backgrounds for over thirty years; from teachers, lawyers, Broadway actors, and Royal Shakespeare Company members, to folks who just cringe at the sound of their own voice. She has served as a New York Foundation for the Arts mentor for immigrant artists and is the Artistic Director of Voice Theatre in NYC and Kingston, NY.She has taught voice and served on the faculty of: NYU Tisch School of the Arts, T. Schreiber Studio and The Stella Adler Studio. She has been a Guest Artist at: Williams College, Hardin Simmons College, Columbia Festival of the Arts, Bowdoin College and Louisiana Tech among many others. In the UK, she taught at The Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, Queen Margaret College, Middlesex University, Mountview Academy, the Healing Arts and in London's West End at the Drill Hall. In Berlin at the Pfefferwerk Centre and at Ernst Busch Schauspielkunst. In the Middle East at the Cameri Theatre, Israel and Ashtar Theatre, Palestine.Shauna studied the Linklater technique with Kristin Linklater and holds a BFA from SUNY Purchase and a certificate in directing from The Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, Bristol, UK. Her plays have been performed in the US, UK, Germany, France and the Middle East. She has directed over 40 productions on four continents. Voice and Speech Warm-Up by Shauna Kanter is published by Drama Books. Her plays have been published by the University of Nebraska and she is featured in Stage Warriors published by Cune Press.Today Shauna shares the details about the upcoming Summer Youth Workshop taking place August 1-8, 2022 at ASK in Kingston. Registration closes on July 20th, and if it's already full, email them at info@voicetheatre.org to join Voice Theatre's mailing list and learn about future youth programming and events.We also get to speak about Shauna's background in theater and as an actor and how she transitioned to directing including some of the important plays she's worked on over the years and what Voice Theatre is up to these days. Their work includes supporting undocumented and unaccompanied young men in Kingston to tell their stories to Kingston High Schoolers, facilitating a connection and a deeper understanding of the stories of others. Shauna and I also discuss the voice in general and the power it has to convey and also to heal when our voices have been restricted or suppressed during our lifetimes. It's powerful work that I hope you'll tune in for!Here's a link to the Spotify Playlist for the second half of the show!We heard music from Shana Falana!Feel free to email me, say hello: she@iwantwhatshehas.orgLeave me a voicemail with your thoughts or a few words about who has what you want and why! (845) 481-3429** Please: SUBSCRIBE to the pod and leave a REVIEW wherever you are listening, it helps other users FIND IThttp://iwantwhatshehas.org/podcastITUNES | SPOTIFY | STITCHERITUNES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/i-want-what-she-has/id1451648361?mt=2SPOTIFY:https://open.spotify.com/show/77pmJwS2q9vTywz7Uhiyff?si=G2eYCjLjT3KltgdfA6XXCASTITCHER: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/she-wants/i-want-what-she-has?refid=stpr'Follow:INSTAGRAM * https://www.instagram.com/iwantwhatshehaspodcast/FACEBOOK * https://www.facebook.com/iwantwhatshehaspodcastTWITTER * https://twitter.com/wantwhatshehas

Fiona Finsbury is an opera singer, yoga teacher and vocal coach. She has sung as a soloist throughout the UK including at the Royal Opera House, Buxton Opera House, Opera Holland Park and in The Phantom of the Opera in London's West End.Fiona holds an undergraduate degree in acting from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts and two post graduate degrees in music and singing from The Royal Northern College of Music. She studied vocal anatomy under Stephen King of Voice Care Centre UK, and she is a certified Vocal Health First Aider.As a vocal coach she helps people to find their authentic voice. She teaches technical exercises to strengthen the vocal instrument, as well as coaching for diction, delivery and stage presence, helping voice-users to feel more confident, comfortable and powerful both on stage and in the workplace.Pick up a copy of my book Finally Thriving here:https://geni.us/FinallyThrivinghttps://www.finallythrivingbook.comFinally Thriving Program:https://www.finallythrivingprogram.comAccess show notes here:https://www.pureenergypdx.com/integrate-yourself-podcastConnect with Fiona here:website:  https://www.fionafinsbury.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fionafinsbury/Morning Meditation for WomenStart your day with a moment of mindfulness with the Morning Meditation for Women podcast.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Cultivating Spiritual CuriosityA show dedicated to exploring our spirituality & evolution of consciousness.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Becoming You AgainBecoming You Again is for women going through divorce who need guidance and support. Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Daniel Koek is currently starring as Robin in La Bohème at the King's Head Theatre ahead of appearing in the upcoming Australian production of The Phantom of the Opera. La Bohème returns to the King's Head Theatre in a new version which relocates the story to contemporary London. Directed by Mark Ravenhill, it's described as a "contemporary queer reinvention" of Puccini's classic opera.After completing his run in La Bohème, Daniel will play the Porter and Jeweller whilst understudying The Phantom in the Australian production of The Phantom of the Opera which will play in Sydney and Melbourne. Hailing from South Australia, Daniel studied classical voice at the Conservatorium in Adelaide before moving to London to complete his Masters in Musical Theatre at the Mountview Academy. Whilst in Europe Daniel also studied in Amsterdam and sung a season with Nationale Reis Opera of the Netherlands. He is renowned for starring as Jean Valjean in the West End production of Les Miserables (Sondheim Theatre). His other credits include: Lt Cable in the Lincoln Centre production of South Pacific (UK/Australian tours), Anatoly in Chess (UK Tour) and Tony in West Side Story (UK Tour) and Father Frank in Saturday Night Fever (International Tour). Daniel has recorded two studio albums and works as a performance and vocal coach. La Bohème runs at the King's Head Theatre until 28th May 2022. Visit www.kingsheadtheatre.com for info and tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. 

Vox Yoga is a holistic approach to voice training, considering the voice as a whole instrument. Rosie Secker works in exploring the connection between body, breath, mind and voice, allowing a singer to embody their performance and sing in a healthy and expressive way. She joins Alexa on Singing Teachers Talk to discuss the connection between voice and body. Rosie will also be a guest speaker at the next Focus On event, The Body and The Singer, on June 27, 2022.    KEY TAKEAWAYS Vox Yoga is something people of any age can do although most of Rosie's classes are focused on adult learning. She does involve these techniques in one on one learning for people of all ages.  When we're in yoga postures, we often work on the core - without overworking it. We can listen to our bodies and take on modifications.  Yoga calms your nervous system which is fantastic for overall focus as well. It's easy to read a textbook that tells you where things are on your body and how they should move, but yoga creates physical awareness. It also highlights that everyone is different in terms of movement and flexibility. To be insured as a yoga teacher, you must be certified; however, you can carefully incorporate yoga techniques into your singing teaching if you understand how they will benefit students.    BEST MOMENTS ‘It can change you having a regular practice'  ‘Just getting moving is fantastic'  ‘Connecting to the breath helps us move more efficiency'  ‘You don't need anything to become a beginner'    EPISODE RESOURCES  BAST Training    Guest Website: www.voxyoga.co.uk www.rosiesecker.co.uk   Social Media:  @voxyogawithrosie   Relevant Links & Mentions:  Focus On The Body & The Singer Event: https://www.basttraining.com/event/focus-on-the-body-and-the-singer/ Yoga for Singers by Linda Lister  Vocal Yoga Teacher Certification with Heather Lyle: vocalyoga.com Vocal Yoga: The Joy of Breathing, Singing and Sounding by Heather Lyle  Yoga and Singing by Judith E Carman Vocal Health Education: vocalhealtlh.co.uk BAST Training: basttraining.com Thomas Myers: Myofascial Release  Vox Yoga Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/VoxYoga   ABOUT THE GUEST  Rosie trained with the vocal department at The Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, graduating with a First Class BMus (Hons). She went on to pursue a Master of Arts at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts and since graduating has led a successful portfolio career as a singing teacher, holistic voice teacher and performer. As a singing teacher, Rosie has worked in a variety of contexts with different colleges, ensembles, age groups and abilities. She currently teaches at Bird College (Conservatoire of Dance & Musical Theatre) on the Degree and Diploma courses, and teaches singing at Lewes Old Grammar School, also running three choirs. Rosie has completed Estill Levels 1&2, is a Certified Vocal Health First Aider and is hoping to become a Vocal Rehabilitation Professional. Rosie is also a Certified 500hr Yoga Teacher, Certified Vocal Yoga Teacher and runs her own Vox Yoga workshops for organisations and individuals. Rosie works with singers to find their own unique voice, and sing with ease and confidence. Vox Yoga is a holistic approach to voice training, considering the voice as a whole instrument. Exploring the connection between body, breath, mind and voice, allows a singer to embody their performance and sing in a healthy and expressive way.   ABOUT THE PODCAST BAST Training is here to help singers gain the knowledge, skills and understanding required to be a great singing teacher. We can help you whether you are getting started or just have some knowledge gaps to fill through our courses and educational events. Website: basttraining.com Get updates to your inbox: Click here for updates from BAST Training Link to presenter's bios: basttraining.com/singing-teachers-talk-podcast-bios See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Born Iain Middleton in Falkirk, Scotland, Euan Morton has been acting on stage since childhood and continued to work in theatre after graduating from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. His breakthrough role was that of Boy George in the 2002 West End production of George's autobiographical musical “Taboo,” for which he received a Laurence Olivier Award nomination. In 2003, the musical moved to Broadway and Morton went on to win Tony Award, Drama Desk Award, Outer Critics Circle, and Drama League Award nominations. Other theatre credits include musicals such as “Sondheim on Sondheim,” “The Who's Tommy,” “Chess,” “Parade” (for which he won a Helen Hayes Award), “Hedwig and the Angry Inch,” and “Hamilton,” in which he currently plays King George III. In addition to his work in theatre, he has read a number of audiobooks, voiced the male Sith Inquisitor in the MMO game Star Wars: The Old Republic, and released two musical albums. Morton has been married to theatre producer Lee Armitage since 2004. The couple's son is theatre critic and actor Iain Armitage.

Sha is starring as Eponine in the West End production of Les Misérables at the Sondheim Theatre.Having graduated from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in 2021, Les Misérables marks Sha's West End and professional debuts.In her first interview, Sha discusses auditioning to play Eponine, her path into the industry and experiences of training at drama school during the pandemic... plus lots more!For Les Misérables tickets, visit www.lesmis.com.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. 

Adam Robert Lewis sits down (virtually) with Scottish actor, Cameron Jack.Born in Patrick, Glasgow. Cameron's earliest experiences of acting was watching films with his father and experience that cemented his ambition to pursue acting.  In 1992 he received the Margaret Rutherford Scholarship to study at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London. Graduating in 1995, he set out on an eclectic career, appearing in everything from West End musicals to Independent British films and Hollywood blockbusters. In 2011, he was cast in his first feature film role in the final part of Christopher Nolan's  Batman trilogy, 'The Dark Knight Rises'. Since then Cameron has gone on to appear in such films as the UK Thriller 'Level Up' and the acclaimed Sci Fi thriller 'What Happened To Monday' with Noomi Rapace, Glenn Close and Willem Dafoe. In 2016 he appeared in the feature films 'iBoy', 'Death Race: Beyond Anarchy', 'Perfect Skin' and 'Calibre' in which he appeared as Frank McClay. The film was a huge international hit and won the prestigious Michael Powell Award for Best British Film in 2018 at The Edinburgh International Film Festival. Cameron has described himself as ' Rent a Thug' and has gone on to showcase his talents as THE classic British villain. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/brewingactors)

Rosie has been teaching and performing professionally for the last ten years. Rosie trained with the Vocal & Operatic Department at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire (First Class BMus Hons) and in Musical Theatre Performance at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts (PGDip, MA). Through training in these contrasting styles, Rosie became fascinated in how the voice worked and started studying vocal anatomy and physiology. Having tried yoga on and off, Rosie deepened her practice in 2014 and realised how much better her voice felt after each class. Not only did her body feel more free, but a different mindset and awareness of the breath and the body made such a difference to her singing. This led Rosie to become a Certified 500hr Yoga Teacher and start to focus on the body-voice connection. Through continued teaching, training and research, Rosie leads group workshops and lessons helping singers to really find and free their voice. My name is Rebekah Keogh and I am a vocalist, songwriter, voice coach and host of Eat Sleep Sing Repeat. You can check out my links below; If you enjoyed this episode why not buy me a virtual coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/rebekahmusicstuff My artist links: https://linktr.ee/RebekahKeogh My studio links: https://linktr.ee/RKVS

In which we discuss the professional life of Penny Cherns.Penny trained on the Directors' Course at the Drama Centre after completing a sociology degree at the University of Kent at Canterbury. She worked as Joan Littlewood's assistant and then continued as a freelance director up to the Millennium in major provincial repertory theatres directing classics, modern plays and musicals. She was also Associate Director at Chester, Watford and Nottingham Playhouse and worked at the RSC, the Royal Court and the New End theatres . She directed dramas for the BBC and Channel 4 television. Abroad she directed in Barcelona (in Spanish and Catalan) and for the British Council in India and South America. She has taught international workshops in Amsterdam, Barcelona,Buenos Aires, Oslo, Brazil and Uruguay; has taught and directed in America at Brandeis, Juilliard, Yale and the University of Iowa, and in England at LAMDA, RADA, Drama Centre and the Guildhall. She gained an MSc in European Studies from the LSE and conducts Conflict Resolution workshops. She created and led the MA in classical acting for LAMDA until 2020She recently directed at the Schoolhouse Theater in Connecticut and ACT theater in Seattle. And directed The Tempest at Teatro San Martin Buenos AiresPenny is a senior fellow of the higher education authority and has acted as external examiner for Loughborough, BSSD and Mountview Academy.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_donations&business=EKHEKXBAZBQG6¤cy_code=GBP)

Steve is an ex rugby playing welsh tenor, with a BA (Hons) Performance Art Degree specialising in choreography from Middlesex University. Most recently Director of Musical Theatre at Birmingham Ormiston Academy. Performing highlights Mr Braithwaite in the original cast of Billy Elliot, Frank Shultz in Show Boat at the Royal Albert Hall and The Beadle in Sweeney Todd at the Royal Festival Hall. As the  presenter and choreographer of the  BBC 2 award winning documentary  Our Dancing Town, he saw  four towns in Yorkshire, coming to together, celebrating the power of community through dance. Choreographic credits includes The Beggar's Opera (Royal Opera House),  Ariadne auf Naxos (Garsington Opera Festival and Den Norske Opera, Oslo),  Orpheus in the Underworld (Royal Academy of Music),  La Rondine (Opera Holland Park) and The Mikado (Scottish Opera).  Teaching and choreographic credits include MA Music Theatre at Royal Central School of Speech,  Mountview Academy of the Arts,  Music Theatre Academy, National Youth Music Theatre, Youth Music Theatre UK, Chichester Festival Theatre Youth Company and Belfast based Music Theatre 4 Youth. Steve is the patron of Dance Syndrome and The London Ballet Company and the recipient of the ‘Acting for Others' bursary from Dancer Career Development Recent credits include: Choreographer for ‘Save the Cinema' Film  starring Samatha Morton, Johnathon Price, Choreographer La Traviata and Un Ballo In Maschera: Opera Holland Park Dancer:  Paddington Bear 2.Directing credits include: The 25th Annual Putnam Spelling Bee, The Drowsy Chaperone, Little Women (BOA), The Famous Farter (Welsh Millennium Centre), Something Old, Something New, (The Musical Academy, London) Whistle Down the Wind (Taylor and Labey), The Addams Family and Evita, Carmarthen Youth Opera. *Cuckoo's Nest (Lost Theatre), Oliver!, The Lion the Witch and The Wardrobe, Peter Pan, (Chichester Festival Theatre), God of Carnage (Manchester), Diary of a Nobody (Jerwood Space), Pirates of Penzance, HMS Pinafore Carl Rosa Opera (Australia and US Tour) Mind the Gap (Canal Cafe), Nine and Pajama Game (Arts Educational).Choreographic credits include: The Mikado, Scottish Opera,*Silly Kings, National Theatre of Wales, *Pirates of Penzance, Scottish Opera and D'Oyly Carte, Gioielli della Madonna (Holland Park), Yeoman of the Guard, Iolanthe (BBC Proms, Royal Albert Hall), Ariadne auf Naxos and Mirandolina (Garsington Opera), Ariadne auf Naxos (Den Norske Opera, Oslo), The Beggar's Opera (Royal Opera House,Linbury Theatre), Carl Rosas' Gilbert and Sullivan season 2007 at the Gielgud Theatre, The Amazing Chinese Conjuror (Almeida Opera), The Merry Widow (UK/South Africa), Pirates of Penzance and HMS Pinafore Carl Rosa  ( UK/USA), Dr Faustus (Chichester Festival Theatre), SwanSong (National Theatre Studio), The Rise and Fall of Little Voice (Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds), Nunsense (Bridewell Theatre), Into the Woods, Dearly Beloved, The Rose and the Ring (Rose Bruford University), Sing Sherman Sing (Soho Theatre), La Bond (The Talk of London). Awards:* Our Dancing Town, Winner RTS Best Reality Document * Cuckoo's Nest, Winner of New Musical Festival at the Lost Theatre.*Silly Kings, Welsh Theatre Critic Awards for Best Young People Production*Pirates of Penzance, Manchester Theatre Critic Awards Nomination for Best Touring Production.

George trained at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, London.  He made his debut in the London company of WICKED (Apollo Victoria) in the role of Boq, later reprising his role as part of the Original UK/Ireland Tour, spending a total of four years with the show.  Credits include: Tobias in SWEENEY TODD (Welsh National Opera & UK Tour), HAIR (European Arena Tour), the title role in PETER PAN (Milton Keynes Theatre ) alongside Bradley Walsh, and Zaki in the Original London Cast of BIG FISH (The Other Palace) with Kelsey Grammer.   He was a series finalist in BRITANNIA HIGH (ITV) and performed alongside Rod Stewart and Michael Bublé as part of ROD STEWARTS CHRISTMAS (ITV). In 2017 George took on the lead role of Rusty in the London Redevelopment Workshop of STARLIGHT EXPRESS (The Other Palace) directed by Arlene Phillips, and was invited by Andrew Lloyd Webber to record  "I Am The Starlight" (duetting with Mica Paris) for his latest album, UNMASKED: THE PLATINUM COLLECTION. George is an accomplished Vocal & Performance coach, and has worked with clients including Zoë Wanamaker, Jessica Wright, Jorgie Porter and BGT's Sarah Ikumu. He has also spent the past 11 years teaching at some of the UK's leading conservatoires including Mountview Academy, Italia Conti and LAMDA. He has been a core member of the Musical Theatre faculty at The Urdang Academy since 2015, and his credits as a Director include SPRING AWAKENING, A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE, INTO THE WOODS, A NEW BRAIN, BAT BOY and BAD GIRLS.  Most recently George was invited by the BBC to join four other industry experts and sit on the professional jury representing the UK at the Eurovision Song Contest 2019. Connect with George on Instagram @george_ure https://www.instagram.com/george_ure/?hl=en   

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On this episode I’m talking to the lovely Charlotte Kennedy! Charlotte trained in musical theatre at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts before joining the 30th Anniversary cast of Les Miserables in 2015 as an ensemble member. Then In 2016, she went on to take over the role of Cosette. Charlotte had so many amazing Les Mis experiences to share including what it was like having to go on for Gavroche, performing at West End Live, and being part of the original production’s final performance. She also shared what she thinks is an important aspect of the theatre industry that doesn’t get spoken about enough.  Follow Charlotte on Instagram: charlotte_e_kennedyFollow Charlotte on Twitter: Char_Kennedy1Thanks for listening and be sure to follow me on Instagram @beyondthebarricadepodcast!

Karen is an actor and teacher currently based in Switzerland. Born and raised in multi-cultural Singapore, she emigrated to Europe in 2005. She has taught in international schools in Austria and Switzerland but it is performing that gives her greatest fulfilment. Karen trained as an actor at Mountview Academy of Performing Arts in London, where she discovered her passion for physical, feminist theatre practices and film acting. She is represented by Lee Morgan Management (London).   Find more of Karen: Instagram: @karenann_wongdorall Twitter: @KWongDorall Website: https://www.spotlight.com/interactive/cv/3018-5646-7283   A Statement from Karen “I come from a very mixed background and as a Eurasian girl growing up in Singapore, I guess I've never truly felt “complete” in my identity. My life in many ways has been a journey of curiosity about the world, the search for “my people” and places where I could fit in, but above all, it has been about self-discovery and self-acceptance. During the lockdown period Switzerland, I began writing personal pieces. This piece, entitled “My Patchwork Self” is an exploration of my “mixedness”: my struggle with displacement, homesickness and the desperate insecurity I experience as I try to assert my own true, authentic self. I have used Batik, a uniquely-intricate and eclectically-patterned fabric of Southeast Asia as a metaphor for the complex beauty and “home” I yearn for and the vulnerability that goes along with feeling like an outsider.”   -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Created during a time of quarantine in the global Coronavirus pandemic, A Moment Of Your Time's mission is to provide a space for expression, collaboration, community and solidarity. In this time of isolation, we may have to be apart but let's create together.  Follow Us: Instagram | Twitter Created by CurtCo Media Concept by Jenny Curtis Theme music by Chris Porter A CurtCo Media Production See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My guest today is Actor and Singer Rodney Vubya! Originally from Uganda, Rodney’s path to the stage is one I can relate to. Rodney initially started a degree in Classics at Leeds University. While studying, he immersed himself in the Stage and Musical Society in his second semester and from there he caught the bug! Rodney took a huge gamble and decided to pursue Musical Theatre at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. Since graduating, his hard work and determination has landed him some incredible productions; from Book of Mormon, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Evita and most recently Street Scene with Opera North, UK Tour! Rodney talks openly about his experiences and how he’s worked on his acting & work principles to further his career...So, like any story we have to start at the beginning...Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/brewingactors)

Welcome to Chippy Lane’s Podcast, series two the PICTURES / LLUNIAU PROJECT. This series celebrates Welsh and Wales-based writers and their stories. Each episode focuses on a new writer, a personal picture of theirs, and a story they want to share with you. So, sit back and enjoy.    Written & Performer: Connor Allen Since graduating from Trinity Saint David as an Actor, Newport born Connor has worked with many companies in Wales and beyond. He is a member of National Youth Theatre of Great Britain and was also the winner of Triforce’s Cardiff MonologueSlam. As a writer Connor has written for many companies such as Dirty Protest, National Theatre Wales and BBC Wales. Connor wrote Dom’s Drug Prayer for Sherman Theatre’s TEN / DEG series. He’s had an ACW funded debut play and two Literature Wales commissions. He’s also part of the BBC Wales Welsh Voices 19/20 and The Welsh Royal Court Writers Group.   Director: Keeley Lane Keeley is an actor and director from Yorkshire and trained at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. She is also Artistic Director of Buglight Theatre. Keeley is currently Assistant Director at Leeds Playhouse on Fairy Poppins and the Naughty Winter Ghost. Her other recent directing credits include: Radio plays- What’s your story? -Right up Our street, Audio drama- Scriptworks- Cast Theatre, Stage plays: Jack & The Beanstalk-Cre:8 Theatre, Delicate Flowers- Single  Story Theatre. She was also Associate Director with Ruth Carney on The Miami Showband Story written by Marie Jones & Martin Lynch with GBL productions.   Sound Designer: Charlie Foran Charlie is a graduate of the BA (Hons) Stage Management and Technical Theatre Course at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. During that time, specialising in live sound engineering, theatrical sound design and recording. Charlie has worked on productions such as An Octoroon at The National and Witness for the Prosecution at County Hall. Alongside these productions, Charlie had worked on podcasts with Unheard Poetry on their Pride and Protest series and on Chippy Lane Productions (Samu(El)egy).   Written & Performed by Connor Allen Directed by Keeley Lane Sound Designer Charlie ForanProduced & Edited by Chippy Lane Productions Ltd. Music by Grand Tradition  This podcast has been kindly supported by The Carne Trust.

Ben Costello is a freelance conductor, musical director, adjudicator, singing coach and accompanist, working internationally. He is also Artistic Director of Thames Concerts Ltd, Founding Director of Kingston Chamber Singers, Chorus Master for the Leith Hill Musical Festivalcombined choirs concerts, Guest Conductor of the Voices of Hangzhou Youth Choir, a lecturer in musical theatre at the University of Portsmouth, and a musical director and singing coach at Laine Theatre Arts.A specialist in musical theatre, he has been musical director for numerous productions, and a reflective product of this has been his continuing work in most of the major London performing-arts colleges includingArts Educational (London), Mountview Academy, the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, Guildford School of Acting, the Royal Academy of Music, the London College of Music, Starquest Performers College and the universities of London, Surrey and Kingston.  Countless of his former students enjoy successful careers in the West End and beyond.Ben trained initially as a flautist, and subsequently majored in piano, singing and conducting.  He remains much sought-after as an outstanding accompanist in musical theatre repertoire but collaborates in a variety of genres with countless singers and instrumentalists in concerts and other performing environments. Ben is also a Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Musicians, organising and chairing the Company's annual musical direction scholarship.Ben has been musical director with many musical theatre productions across the U.K., is a guest conductor with various choirs, and as an accompanist and coach collaborates with countless singers and instrumentalists. He judges at competitive festivals throughout the U.K. and overseas as an adjudicator member of the British and International Federation of Festivals and the Schools Music Association.Outside of music, he is a keen motorcyclist, and rides a rather heavy Triumph Tiger Explorer 1200.https://www.bencostello.com

Mia St. John is a professional boxer and former World Boxing Council champion in the super welterweight division. Mia St. John is one of the leading advocates for the homeless and mentally ill community in Los Angeles. CNN named her the "Mental Health Warrior" following launching  a foundation built to empower individuals suffering from mental illness, homelessness, addiction and poverty by providing programs to better educate, inform and improve physical and mental health. The Mia St. John Foundation was inspired by her son, Julian St. John, who suffered from Schizophrenia and addiction. Mia's son committed suicide on November 23, 2014 and since then was inspired by a close friend to give life to others who deserve a second chance, and created the Mia St. John Foundation.   An actor who began his career struggling on Broadway as a single father of 3 children, Curtiss followed his passion and became the first American to receive a full-ride scholarship to London's prestigious Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. He then moved to NYC and began performing on Broadway, including in productions of "The Lion King" and "Miss Saigon." 2020 is truly turning out to be one of Curtiss' biggest years with projects including Showtime's “The Chi” which just wrapped its third season and has been renewed for a forth, as well as Steven Spielberg's highly anticipated WEST SIDE STORY. Support the show: https://theanswersandiego.com/radioshow/8349 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derby-born actor Andy Coxon trained at the prestigious Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. Once graduating Andy landed a role in Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber's Evita, marking his professional debut. In the same year he travelled Europe understudying and playing Brad and Riff Raff to packed audiences in the European tour of the classic cult hit The Rocky Horror Show.Later he went on to play one of the students in the Oscar winning movie musical version of Les Miserables alongside Hugh Jackman and Anne Hathaway, directed by Tom Hooper. He then joined the West End cast of Les Miserables as Montparnasse and understudied Marius marking his West End debut.Most recently, Andy played Tony in the sold out production of West Side Story at the Manchester Royal Exchange Theatre. The world's first version to be staged with brand new choreography and in the round.Previous to this, Andy originated the role of Edward in brand new British musical Pieces of String at The Mercury Theatre, Colchester. This was straight after playing the iconic role of Berger in the award winning, 50th Anniversary production of Hair at the Vaults Theatre, London. A brand new soundtrack starring Andy is available on all platforms.Hair began straight after Andy had played struggling soldier Mitch, in the highly acclaimed, heart wrenching Yank! at Charing Cross Theatre. Also, returned to the West End to understudy and play Barry Mann in the original West End cast of the Grammy, Tony and Olivier award winning musical, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.Throughout his career Andy has performed in many prestigious venues including the Royal Albert Hall as part of Stephen Sondheim's 80th birthday celebrations. He has performed in special guest slots for West End leading ladies Julie Atherton and Emma Hatton as well as making his solo debut concert at Pizza Express Live, Holborn and The Pheasantry in London. He has performed alongside Broadway star Eden Espinosa in Christmas In New York at London's Palace Theatre and Manchester Opera House.Andy And has twice performed as a lead soloist in the The Knights of Music, a UK concert tour which brought national treasure Phillip Schofield back to the stage. Other credits include: Jamie in the Frankfurt premiere of Jason Robert Brown's The Last Five Years. American music mogul Tony Visconti in the U.K. Tour of 20th Century Boy: The Marc Bolan Musical. Pablo in the sell out summer season of Sister Act at Kilworth House Open Air Theatre. For the last few years Andy has been heavily involved in the workshops of new musicals Pieces of String directed by Strictly Come Dancing judge, Craig Revel Horwood, Fanny and Stella, and Defect by Lift composer, Craig Adams.Form more information see https://www.andycoxon.com

Finella Waddilove reads ‘Scene: Ext. Balcony': Finella Waddilove is an actor from London. She studied at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts and LAMDA, and was a National Youth Theatre Member. Finella performed in Six Characters in Search of an Author, Mountview, Karamel Club and To Kill a Mockingbird at the Bridewell Theatre, amongst others. About MINILOGUES: Like an overheard snippet of a conversation that leaves you filling in the blanks, or a chat between friends where all superfluous detail has been removed, these miniature monologues aim to introduce a character in as precise a way as possible – exactly 100 words. 10 actors perform 10 monologues by Lucy Tertia George for Minilogues, an experiment in short attention span radio theatre.

LUCY ANDERSON Lucy graduated from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in 2019. She is currently making her West End debut in the role of Zoe Murphy in Dear Evan Hansen (Noel Coward Theatre). For her performance, Lucy has been nominated for the 2020 Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical. Workshops: Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cinderella (RUG/The Other Palace). Television: Lara Godstone in Doctors (BBC). Instagram: @lucy_anderson1 Host: Jamie Neale @jamienealejn Discussing rituals and habitual patterns in personal and work life. We ask questions about how to become more aware of one self and the world around us, how do we become 360 with ourselves? Host Instagram: @jamienealejn Podcast Instagram: @360_yourself Music from Electric Fruit Produced by Tom Dalby Composed by Toby Wright

Whilst on lockdown, I have been mentoring five students from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts here in London. The five of them are all getting their MA in Acting and should be doing their showcase performances about now, but I don’t need to tell you if that is happening…I have been talking to all of them this week for the podcast My final guest student this week is Pear Chiravara. Pear is a fascinating and fantastic actor, coming to the acting profession after her best friend suggested that she follow her dreams. So she left Bangkok to travel to sunnier climes to attend Mountview and get her MA.

My penultimate guest student this week is Nathan Elliot. Nathan is another one of Mountview’s students who didn’t have a straightforward route into drama school. But his tenacity and perseverance paid off, and I think stands him in good stead for the challenges he faces in the industry, especially in a Covid-19 world. Nathan Elliot, acting student on the Acting MA course at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. Keep listening this week to hear from more Mountview students that are continuing their course virtually in London and far, far beyond.

SPECIAL GUEST: Actor Curtis Cook Curtiss became the first American to receive a full-ride scholarship to London's prestigious Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts.   He has performed on Broadway in productions of "The Lion King" and "Miss Saigon."  Curtiss was recently on NBC's sci-fi hit series "Manifest," and FX's highly-acclaimed "Mayans M.C." In addition he has worked on ARBITRAGE, THE INTERPRETER AND SHUTTER ISLAND, along with roles in series such as Netflix's "House of Cards," "Luke Cage" and "Narcos."

Whilst on lockdown, I have been mentoring five students from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts here in London. The five of them are all getting their MA in Acting and should be doing their showcase performances about now, but I don’t need to tell you if that is happening… My third guest student this week is Karen Ann Wong-Dorall. Karen is NOT your typical post-graduate drama student.  Already with a successful career as a teacher, the sacrifice she had to make to follow her dreams is inspiring.

Whilst on lockdown, I have been mentoring five students from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts here in London. The five of them are all getting their MA in Acting and should be doing their showcase performances about now, but I don’t need to tell you if that is happening… My second student guest from Mountview is Jessica Dawes. Jessica’s story is a fantastic untraditional route, having been interested in theatre from a young age, but feeling societal’s pressure to earn money in a “real job” before the tug of the theatre yanked her back in.

Since quarantine and lockdown regulations were put in place in March, theatre students across the UK have been adapting just like every other sector. It’s especially hard in an industry that is based on communication with another human being, either on stage or in an audience.  This week, we are speaking to five students on the Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts currently on the Acting MA course. Our first guest is Gianni Selvaggi. We joined him by Zoom (of course) as he isolated in his parent’s home in Malta….I’m not jealous….not one bit.

Reprising his breakout role in the newest season of Showtime and Lena Wathe's hit series 'The Chi," returning on Sunday, June 21, we would love to arrange an interview with you and film, television, and Broadway star Curtiss Cook to discuss what fans can expect from the return of his infamous character "Douda" from the forthcoming third season. Proving he is one of the busiest men in Hollywood, Curtiss will also be seen in the highly anticipated Steven Spielberg directed film WEST SIDE STORY coming to theaters on Friday, December 18. Showtime's "The Chi" is a thrilling American drama series about life in a neighborhood on the South Side of Chicago. The dramatic series centers on a group of Chicago residents, who become linked by coincidence but bonded by the need for connection and redemption. Curtiss stars in the career defining role as 'Douda,' who is a successful Southside businessman and hustler, has ties to Reg (Barton Fitzpatrick) ), and his hands in a different pots throughout the south side of Chicago all for the good of "his" people. With 'Reg's' help, he'll become an unlikely mentor to 'Brandon' (Jason Mitchell) and throughout the season, viewers will come to find out if he's one to be trusted, feared, or both. The newest season will also be introducing Curtiss' wife 'Roselyn,' portrayed by BRAVO's "Real Housewives of Atlanta" star and Grammy Award-Winning song writer Kandi Burrus. Please use the following link to view the trailer from the upcoming season of "The Chi": The Chi Season 3 Trailer Curtiss will also next be seen in the new WEST SIDE STORY adaptation bringing to life the new character 'Abe,' a mysterious NYC man who has his hands in everything happening in the streets. Being released on December 18, 2020, the Steven Spielberg lead film is an adaptation of the 1957 musical, West Side Story explores forbidden love and the rivalry between the Jets and the Sharks, two teenage street gangs of different ethnic backgrounds. Other cast members in the star studded film include Ansel Elgort, Rita Moreno, Maddie Ziegler, and Corey Stoll, to name a few. An actor who began his career struggling on Broadway as a single father of 3 children, Curtiss first caught the bug for acting early in life in his hometown of Dayton, Ohio. Following his passion, he put everything he had into solidifying his future career as an actor. Curtiss became the first American to receive a full-ride scholarship to London's prestigious Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. He then moved to NYC and began performing on Broadway, including in productions of "The Lion King" and "Miss Saigon." Despite being a single father of 3 children, Curtiss received encouragement and help from his family to audition for television and film and is now best known for projects including ARBITRAGE, THE INTERPRETER, and SHUTTER ISLAND, along with roles in series such FX's "Mayans MC," NBC's "Manifest" as Netflix's "House of Cards," "Luke Cage" and "Narcos," to name a few. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week we sit down with Noah Thomas & Hiba Elchikhe backstage at the Apollo Theatre to discuss all things Everybody's Talking About Jamie.Noah is currently at 3rd Year Student at Mountview Academy and previously attended The BRIT School. Everybody's Talking About Jamie marks his professional and West End debut!Hiba's credits include; Brooklyn in Brooklyn The Musical (Greenwich Theatre); Fiver (Southwark Playhouse); Antony & Cleopatra (National Theatre); Princess Jasmine in Aladdin (Australia); Mrs Santiago/Understudy Molly in Ghost the Musical (Asia) and The Sound Of Music: Live (ITV). Everybody's Talking About Jamie marks Hiba's West End debut!Noah & Hiba talk about everything from being cast in the show, to the hardest moments in the score as well as why audiences respond so profoundly to their characters.Everybody’s Talking About Jamie is currently booking at the Apollo Theatre until Saturday 29th August 2020. Visit www.everybodystalkingaboutjamie.co.uk for info and tickets.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening!Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.

Welcome to Chippy Lane’s Podcast, series two the PICTURES / LLUNIAU PROJECT. This series celebrates Welsh and Wales-based writers and their stories. Each episode focuses on a new writer, a personal picture of there’s and a story they want to share with you. So, sit back and enjoy.    ‘ASHES TO ASHES, FUNK TO FUNKY’ Written by Martha Reed (Chippy Lane's Writing Apprentice)   WRITER: MARTHA REED Martha is a Welsh writer for theatre and film. She is currently Chippy Lane Productions’ Writing Apprentice, working on new musical Toy Mic Trev by award-winning writer Alan Harris. Her first full-length play, Existential Fish and Dread, played at The Bread and Roses Theatre to 4- and 4.5-star reviews in 2019. Her previous theatre credits include short plays How Loan Can You Go? (Words in Progress) at the Pleasance Islington, and Vera Jones (Who Run the World?) at the Old Red Lion. Her first short film screenplay, Falling Apart at the Seams, was awarded third place in the Women Over Fifty Film Festival screenwriting competition.    PERFORMER: ELIAN WEST  Elian is a Welsh actress and trained at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts studying Actor Musicianship and graduated in 2017. Since graduating, Elian her performance credits have included; Celia in Worlds Apart In War (Theatr Clwyd), Alice in Alice In Wonderland (Sherman Theatre), Anna in The Yalta Game (Sherman Theatre), Princess Susie in Sleeping Beauty: The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto (Theatr Clwyd), Kate Bonney in James Bonney MP (White Bear Theatre, London) and Vocalist for the Welsh Musical Theatre Orchestra. She has most recently finished a run at the Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch (London Theatre of the Year, 2019) TV & Radio credits include: Torchwood: Radio Series (Big Finish Productions), Six Nations Commercial: Wales V Scotland (BBC) Credits whilst training include: MC in Oh! What A Lovely War, Golde in Fiddler On The Roof and Adam in As You Like It.   Director: ALICE EKLUND Alice is a Welsh director for theatre based in Cardiff. Alice’s production of ‘Constellations’ by Nick Payne represented Wales as their National Champion at the British One Acts Festival, Harrogate Theatre. The production picked up multiple awards including ‘Best Performance’ and ‘Best Director’. Alice is the founder of ‘bolSHE’, a company that celebrates womxn that create and inspire in Wales. Credits include: ‘The Awkward Years’, Matthew Bulgo (Assistant Director, The Other Room); ‘On Scarborough Front/The Kaiser and I’ (Assistant Director, Lighthouse TC); ‘The Welsh Harpist', Bex Betton (Director, USW Showcase); ‘Constellations’, Nick Payne (Director, British One Acts Festival & The Other Room); ‘The 12 Plays of Christmas’, R&D (Assistant Director and Welsh Dramaturgy, The Other Room); ‘A Night In The Clink’, Matthew Bulgo, Branwen Davies and Tracy Harris (Asst. Dir. and Stage Manager, Papertrail); ‘The Talking Shop - Pop Up’, Senedd Cymru (Associate Producer, Omidaze); ‘Hela’, Mari Izzard (Assistant Director, The Other Room); ‘Introduction To Playwriting’ (Director, Sherman Cymru). This podcast was recorded in LondonProduced & Edited by Rebecca Jade Hammond Music by Grand Tradition Chippy Lane's Podcast 2 is generously supported by The Carne Trust, individual donations and the generosity of the creatives giving up their time and talents to this series.  For more episodes subscribe to our podcast on Itunes, Spotify and our website www.chippylaneproductions.co.uk

Episode Notes I talk to Anthony Jeffery about Fight Club. Anthony is a northerner from Saddleworth, Manchester. All his life he has been a Manchester United fan and a follower of all sports. He has also played many sports including golf, football, and cricket. Anthony still plays a variety of sports and has a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He enjoys reading in his spare time and loves to play the guitar. Keeping fit in the gym is important to him, as well as travelling and going for long walks. Anthony’s main pursuit and passion is Acting, he graduated from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London.You can find more about Anthony by following him on social media. https://twitter.com/AnthonyMJeffery https://www.instagram.com/anthony_jeffery/ https://www.deebosstalent.com/showclient.aspx?reference=DBT-00374-AJhttps://twitter.com/InconstantPod https://www.instagram.com/inconstantpodcast/ https://inconstant.pinecast.co/Sign-up for Stitcher Premium with Promo code: INCONSTANT and get a one-month free trial of Stitcher Premium on their monthly plan. Plan. Sign-up via stitcher.com/premium.com and use Promo code INCONSTANTSupport Inconstant by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/inconstantFind out more at https://inconstant.pinecast.coThis podcast is powered by Pinecast.

As an actor, teacher and writer, Nigel Rideout has been involved in professional theatre, film and television for the past 50 years in the UK, USA and Australia.From 1972-80, Nigel was Deputy Principal and Director of Studies at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA). In 1981 he was invited to create the highly successful theatre department of the newly-formed Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA).He has been Head of Theatre and Voice at the Central School of Speech and Drama, and Head of Voice at the Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London. Returning to Australia in 2002, Nigel set up the official archives for WAAPA as well as continuing to teach and direct at the Academy, as well as at The National Theatre Drama School in Melbourne.His many successful graduates in the UK include Jane Seymour, Martin Clunes, Nigel Planer, Amy Irving and Dame Harriet Walter. And from WAAPA: Hugh Jackman, Frances O’Connor, Dominic Purcell and Lisa McCune.Amazingly Nigel still receives annual repeat fees for a role in the first series of Dad’s Army recorded in 1968.Join us for a riveting conversation where he describes the evolution of Acting training and the emergence of WAAPA; the triumphant training ground for artists, built on the West Coast of Australia.The Stages podcast is available from iTunes, Spotify and Whooshkaa.

In this episode, Connor and Catherine sit down with West End star Matthew Seadon-Young. We speak about his training at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts and about his early days at Stagecoach Theatre Arts. Matthew tells us more about his musical theatre journey from performing at a young age to then making his West End debut in Les Misérables, as well as his variety of credits including Company, The Light Princess, She Stoops To Conquer and Urinetown. 

In this episode, Connor and Catherine sit down with West End star Oliver Savile. We speak about Oliver's start in musical theatre and training at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. Oliver also tells us more about his time in Wicked, making his west end debut in Les Misérables, as well as his variety of credits including Mamma Mia!, The Last Ship, Cats and The Phantom of the Opera.  Theme music by Simon Oskarsson and Alex Cardall for ACT Music Ldn.

Elliot Cable is an actor who studied at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. Since graduating in 2018 he has had leading roles in theatre, television, short and feature films. Roles include PC Brody in Dead Again, Remond O'Neal in Autopsy: The Last Hours of Farah Fawcett and he will be starring as Hans Lyngstrand in the upcoming film The Lady From the Sea. During our conversation we discuss the nuances of screen acting and its importance to social and personal development, time and space, and social media's impact on our ability to have difficult conversations. You can find him on Instagram (@elliotcable), Twitter (@elliot_cable) and on Spotlight: 1419-8944-0523.

For our last interview we have Ben, Cherie and Robin from Last Tapes Theatre Company - Benjamin trained at the Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London, whilst directing productions for the London fringe and cabaret circuit. Having directed productions in Germany and France, as well as nine consecutive years at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Ben moved to Auckland to continue his career.Ben has become known for his adaptations of classics, including Titus and Earnest for Fractious Tash and a musical version of Edith Nesbitt's classic Five Children and It which received critical acclaim at the Edinburgh Festival.His dark, original thriller Not Psycho was performed by Fractious Tash at Q Theatre in August 2015.Ben’s directing credits are many including The Tempest (AUSA), This Is Our Youth (Basement Theatre), The Effect, Not Psycho, Earnest, and Titus (Fractious Tash), Camino Real, Punk Rock, The Turn Of The Screw, Red Speedo (ATC), Twelfth Night (Fortune Theatre), and Valerie (Last Tapes Theatre Company) Cherie is a singer, actor, vocal coach, director, producer, and a company director of Last Tapes TheatreCompany. She is a graduate of The Actors’ Program, has a double degree in Drama and English from the University of Auckland, and has studied singing for the last 20 years.She is the founder and creative director of Ihi Musical Theatre Company –an auditioned youth company launching in June this year. She teaches singing to a private studio of students, for The Actors’ Program, as an itinerant teacher, and for The Auckland Performing Arts Centre. Cherie regularly vocal coaches voice and singing for professional productions in New Zealand.Cherie has been directing since2011. Recent credits include: Hubbub (Basement Theatre), Love and Information (Asst.Director, Basement Theatre), Swimming With Whales In Tonga (Nelson and Hamilton Fringe),99% for the Short & Sweet Festival where she wonBest Director. Cherie has been directing large scale musical theatre productionsfor high schools since 2015, including Seussical, Grease, Threepenny Opera, The Wiz, and The Addams Family. Cherie co-created and performed in Last Tapes’ show ‘Valerie’ in 2016, named cabaret of the year by The Herald, and most original production at the Auckland Theatre Award. Cherie is represented by Auckland Actors, and is a proud member of Actors’ Equity. Robin graduated with a BMus/BSc from the University of Auckland in 2011 majoring in composition, andstudied classical piano for over 15 years with Australian Music Examination Board and Trinity College London.Valerie is Robin’s first original work, receiving critical acclaim and going on to tour New Zealand festivals in 2017 and 2018 (Nelson, Kokomai, NZ Festival, Dunedin, Hawke's Bay)Robin works as an accompanist, repetiteur, musical director, arranger, composer, choir leader, and is company director of Last Tapes. Robin’s credits include Musical Director for The Last Five Years (Last Tapes), Earnest (Fractious Tash & Last Tapes), The Events (Silo, 2015), Guys and Dolls (ATC, 2015), and Night of the Queer (TAPAC, 2015-2016). Other roles include choir leader for Stimmung Choir, and founder of Auckland-based band The Bethell Gang.Robin is currently working on a follow up to 'Valerie' -weaving together science, personal history, and music to create a new show about memory. Recorded and Edited - Matt Eller Theme Music - Ricky Simmonds

This week's guest is Olivier Award-nominated actress Laura Pitt-Pulford. A graduate of Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, Laura's notable stage roles include Maria in The Sound of Music and Nancy in Oliver!, both at Curve, Leicester. The Light Princess at the National Theatre, Side Show at Southwark Playhouse, Flowers for Mrs Harris at Sheffield Crucible and the UK tour of Nell Gwynne. In 2016 she was nominated for an Olivier Award for her performance in the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre production of Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. She is currently starring in The Gronholm Method, which runs at the Menier Chocolate Factory until 7 July.

This week we chat to West End leading lady Julie Atherton. Having established herself as a household name with her portrayal of Kate Monster in the original West End cast of Avenue Q, Julie is now one of the most sought after musical theatre performers in the UK. She talks us through her life, from the early years scraping through school in her home town Preston, to coping with the demands of drama school at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London. Julie speaks very honestly about the ups and downs of life as a performing artist and about her transition into directing. Julie Atherton will be appearing in 'I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change' at The Arts Theatre in Leicester Square on August 15th. For more information visit artstheatrewestend.co.uk We give you this podcast completely free. If you've enjoyed it and you'd like to help us make future episodes then 1. Visit: insidethewestend.com 2. Click on the donate button at the top of the home page 3. Make a contribution and help us keep the... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Libby Purves meets farmer and broadcaster Adam Henson; writer Paul Spike; pilot Tracey Curtis-Taylor and theatre student Joe Langdon. Tracey Curtis-Taylor is a pilot who last year followed Amy Johnson's flight from the UK to Australia in her classic open cockpit biplane, Spirit of Artemis. Earlier this year the self-styled bird in a biplane attempted a round-the-world flight which ended when her vintage biplane lost power and crashed after take-off in the Arizona desert. She plans to be back in the skies when her plane is fully repaired. Paul Spike is a writer and journalist. His book Photographs of My Father was first published in 1973, seven years after his father, The Reverend Robert - Bob - Spike, was murdered. Bob Spike was a US church minister who was active in the civil rights movement in 1960s America alongside Martin Luther King Jr. His murder was never solved. Published by Knopf, Photographs of my Father has been reissued to mark 50 years since Bob Spike's death. Joe Langdon is studying theatre studies at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London. His interest in drama was piqued when he was an inmate at a young offenders' institution. He attended workshops organised by the Bristol Old Vic as part of its outreach programme which helps young and disenfranchised people express themselves. This year the Bristol Old Vic celebrates its 250th anniversary. Adam Henson is a farmer and presenter of Adam's Farm on the BBC's Countryfile programme. He took over the Cotswold farm from his father, Joe, who as a champion of rare breeds, opened the Cotswold Farm Park in 1971 and was founder chairman of the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. In his memoir, Like Farmer, Like Son Adam delves into his family's theatrical lineage - his grandfather was comedian and actor Leslie Henson and his uncle is the actor Nicky Henson. Like Farmer, Like Son is published by BBC Books. Producer: Paula McGinley.

In 1973 the Wyvern Theatre presented it's first ever production of Dick Whittington. The production starred Kent Baker as the hilarious Sarah the Cook, with Gerald Moon as Idle Jack and Paddy Glynn as Dick Whittington. Paddy has gone on to play many theatrical roles, her most recent in Camera Lucida at the Barbican. She has also made appearances in Ricky Gervais' Channel 4 sitcom Derek and the BBC's hugely popular Doctors. On Monday 10 November 2014, Paddy met Kristian Morse who is due to take on the role of Dick Whittington at the Wyvern Theatre this December. This role will be his first professional production since graduating from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. The pair met for coffee in Archway, near the statue of Dick Whittington’s cat. The statue, which was erected in 1821, is allegedly built on the very spot where Richard Whittington heard the bells of London ring out. A brand-new production of Dick Whittington will run at the Wyvern Theatre from Sat 6 December - Sun 4 January, starring Nigel Havers as King Rat. Book tickets today at swindontheatres.co.uk

Tommy the Cat, from this year's pantomime at the Wyvern Theatre, sends a message to Swindon. Barnaby trained at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. His television credits include Luther (BBC) and Miliband of Brothers (Channel 4). Film credits include A Lifelss Life (Chocolate FIlms) and Tristan in the Cowshed (Electric Shorts). Theatre credits include Damn Yankees!. His theatre credits whilst training include: Spring Awakening, The Producers, Sweeney Todd, Much Ado About Nothing, Cardiff East, Me and My Girl, Ashgirl, Half A Sixpence. Barnaby Hughes will star as Tommy the Cat in Dick Whittington at the Wyvern Theatre from Sat 6 December - Sun 4 January. Book tickets today at swindontheatres.co.uk