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Aidan MacColl is starring as Leonardo in Pop Off, Michelangelo! at Underbelly Boulevard Soho.Written by Dylan MarcAurele, Pop Off, Michelangelo! premiered at last year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival to huge acclaim and went on to play some concert performances at The Other Palace. The show follows childhood friends Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci as they navigate art, ambition and forbidden love in Renaissance Italy by becoming the greatest religious artists of all time.Aiden has performed in various pantomimes and at sea onboard multiple cruise ships. Pop Off, Michelangelo! marks their London musical debut. In this episode Aiden discusses the journey of Pop Off, Michelangelo!, what the show means to them and their journey in this industry so far - plus lots more along the way. Pop Off, Michelangelo! has extended its run at Underbelly Boulevard Soho to 13th July. Visit www.underbellyboulevard.com for info and tickets. This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Callan is starring as Sebastian in Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical.Following its London run at The Other Palace, Cruel Intentions is currently touring the UK and Ireland. Based on the 1999 film and inspired by Les Liaisons Dangereuses, Cruel Intentions features ‘90s pop classics including songs by Britney Spears, Boyz II Men, Christina Aguilera, TLC, R.E.M., Ace of Base, Natalie Imbruglia, The Verve, *NSYNC and many more.Will came to theatre via the music world and participating in The Voice Kids (ITV). He toured the UK & Ireland as Marius in Les Misérables and later reprised his performance in the West End.In this episode, Will discusses all-things Cruel Intentions, his path into theatre and his time in Les Misérables.Cruel Intentions tours until 28th June 2025. Visit www.cruelmusical.co.uk for info and tickets.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Neil BastianNeil's songs have been sung in West End venues including The Crazy Coqs, The Iris Theatre, Above the Arts, Seven Dials Playhouse, Phoenix Arts Club, Soho Theatre and The Other Palace.He was a top-5 finalist for the MTI Award 2023/24 and was nominated for the Stiles & Drewe Best New Song Prize 2022, as well as a finalist in the 2018 Iris Theatre Xmas Factor Song Competition.  He is a member of the Book Music and Lyrics weekly songwriting workshop, as well as Mercury Musical Developments.The Rise and Fall of Vinnie and Paul is Neil's third musical - his other two, Force Ten Gayle and The Mayfly Man, are also in development.The Rise and Fall of Vinnie & PaulVan Gogh's house-share with Paul Gauguin started as a dream of artistic brotherhood but ended in a nightmare: after only 8 weeks together they had a blazing row, Paul left town and Vincent cut off his own left ear.​​​Why? This electrifying two-man rock musical confronts a mystery that has baffled art historians for over a century.Promising to ruffle the feathers of art historians and Van Gogh fans the world over, The Rise and Fall of Vinnie & Paul blasts the roof off the little yellow house to reveal the pain and passion within.

Laura Baldwin is In The Frame!Laura Baldwin is playing Miss Heartwright in the world premiere of Austenland. Based on Shannon Hale's 2007 novel, which was adapted into a film in 2013, Austenland is being staged in concert at the Savoy Theatre for two performances on Monday 24th March. The show has book by Jodi Picoult and Timothy Allen McDonald with music and lyrics by Kate Anderson and Elyssa Samsel. The concert production is directed by Jonathan O'Boyle with choreography by Joanna Goodwin.Laura played Dawn in the original West End cast of Waitress (Adelphi Theatre) and Adele in the premiere of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cinderella (Gillian Lynne Theatre). She received huge acclaim for her performance as Janey in Eugenius! (The Other Palace). Laura's other theatre credits include: Teen Fiona in Shrek (UK & Ireland Tour), Cynthia in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (UK & Ireland Tour), Ann in Half A Sixpence (Kilworth House), Story Sandra in Big Fish (The Other Palace), Veronica in Betty Blue Eyes (UK Tour) and Smize in Emojiland In Concert (Garrick Theatre)Recorded after a day of rehearsals, in this episode Laura discusses why she's excited to be part of Austenland. She also discusses all things Waitress and Cinderella and reflects on the path of her career, including highs and lows. Austenland plays two concert performances at the Savoy Theatre on Monday 24th March 2025. Visit www.austenlandmusical.co.uk for info and tickets.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Joe Tracz is back, this time to talk The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical! Discussion topics may include: adapting Percy Jackson to multiple mediums, updating the show at The Other Palace, anime, new takes on the PJO characters, double casting, and the Trials of Apollo musical that should and WILL be.Check us out on Patreon to submit questions for future interviews, and to get early episodes, cut material, art previews, and more! https://www.patreon.com/MonsterDonutPodcastQuestions? Thoughts? Arguments? Email monsterdonutpodcast@gmail.com.Come say hi and check out the sketches Phoebe made this episode on Twitter, Instagram, or TikTok! @PJOPod on all platforms.Find our new Monster Donut merch here!: https://www.redbubble.com/people/monsterdonut/explore.More information on the show can be found at https://monsterdonut.wixsite.com/podcast.THEME SONG:"The Mask of Sorokin," music and arrangement by Dan CordeGuitars - Dan CordeBass - Quinten MetkeDrums - Todd CummingsRecorded, mixed, & mastered by Todd CummingsOUTRO MUSIC:"Shadow Run," music and arrangement by Dan CordeGuitars - Dan CordeBass - Quinten MetkeDrums - Todd CummingsRecorded, mixed, & mastered by Todd Cummings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mal is joined by Scott Folan who plays Grover in The Lightning Thief Musical at the Other Palace in London to chat about the show and all things Grover! Follow us on instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠@demigoddebutpod⁠⁠⁠⁠, TikTok at ⁠⁠⁠⁠@demigoddebutpod⁠⁠⁠⁠, Threads at ⁠⁠⁠⁠@demigoddebutpod⁠⁠⁠⁠, and Twitter (X) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠@demigoddebutpod⁠⁠⁠ Follow Scott on instagram at @scott_folan, TikTok @scott_folan, and Twitter (X) @scott_folan Scott's Music: Spotify, Youtube

This week, we ventured to London to see The Other Palace's production of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical. Discussion topics may include: changes between Broadway and Off-West End, trying, Castiel quotes, camp counselor Luke, the new staging of The Tree On The Hill, Annabeth as the prime suspect, and Percy's new jewelry.Check us out on Patreon to submit questions for future interviews, and to get early episodes, cut material, art previews, and more! https://www.patreon.com/MonsterDonutPodcastQuestions? Thoughts? Arguments? Email monsterdonutpodcast@gmail.com.Come say hi and check out the sketches Phoebe made this episode on Twitter, Instagram, or TikTok! @PJOPod on all platforms.Find our new Monster Donut merch here!: https://www.redbubble.com/people/monsterdonut/explore.More information on the show can be found at https://monsterdonut.wixsite.com/podcast.THEME SONG:"The Mask of Sorokin," music and arrangement by Dan CordeGuitars - Dan CordeBass - Quinten MetkeDrums - Todd CummingsRecorded, mixed, & mastered by Todd CummingsOUTRO MUSIC:"Shadow Run," music and arrangement by Dan CordeGuitars - Dan CordeBass - Quinten MetkeDrums - Todd CummingsRecorded, mixed, & mastered by Todd Cummings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rose Galbraith is playing Young Viv in the UK revival of Spend Spend Spend by Steve Brown and Justin Greene.Directed by Josh Seymour, the musical comedy is being staged at the Royal Exchange in Manchester this Christmas. Rachel Leskovac, who was nominated for an Olivier Award for her portrayal of Young Viv in the original London production, is returning to the show to play the older version of Viv. Earlier this year Rose played Cecile in the London premiere of Cruel Intentions at The Other Palace. Rose trained at the Royal Academy Of Music and alongside her theatre work has worked across film and television. Recorded during a break from rehearsals, in this episode Rose discusses auditioning for Spend Spend Spend, how rehearsals have been and the conversations she has had with Rachel Leskovac about playing Young Viv. Rose also talks about Cruel Intentions, her path in the industry so far and lots more along the way. Spend Spend Spend runs at the Royal Exchange in Manchester 23rd November 2024 -  11th January 2025. Visit www.royalexchange.co.uk 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.  

Nikita Johal is playing Younger Gemma in the premiere of Now That's What I Call A Musical.The show is currently embarking on a tour across the UK and Ireland. Written by Pippa Evans and directed and choreographed by Craig Revel Horwood, Now That's What I Call A Musical features hits by Blondie, Tears For Fears, Spandau Ballet, Eurythmics and more.Most recently Nikita played Mandy and understudied Malika & Gold in Frankie Goes To Bollywood (UK Tour / Southbank Centre)Her theatre credits also include: The World Goes Round (Yvonne Arnaud Theatre), Princess Caraboo in Princess Caraboo (Finborough Theatre), Yonah in Children Of Eden (Union Theatre), Wendla inSpring Awakening (Hope Mill Theatre), Laputa in The Snow Queen (The Everyman, Liverpool), Selma Karamy in Broken Wings, (Theatre Royal Haymarket, The Other Palace & Beittidine Festival, Lebanon), Princess Aurora in Sleeping Beauty (Watford Palace Theatre), Princess Jasmine in Aladdin (Newbury Corn Exchange), Lily/Ladybird in What The Ladybird Heard (The Palace, West End & UK Tour), Understudy Neera/Bollywood Ensemble in Migrations (Welsh National Opera UK Tour), Asma/Kelly in The Wife Of Willesden (The Kiln & Boston/New York), Princess Katherine/Gower/Costable in Henry V & The Franklyn in The Canterbury Tales (Guildford Shakespeare Company), Maud in The Invincibles (Queens Theatre Hornchurch & The New Wolsey) and Fairy Sugarsnap in Jack & The Beanstalk (Evolution Pantomimes). Now That's What I Call A Musical is touring until April 2025. Visit www.thenowmusical.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.  

Daniel Bravo is playing Aaron Samuels in the West End production of Mean Girls.Having premiered on Broadway in 2018, Mean Girls opened in London earlier this year. Tina Fey adapted the show from her 2004 film, collaborating with Jeff Richmond who composed the music and Nell Benjamin who wrote the lyrics. The show is directed and choreographed by Casey Nicholaw.Earlier this year Daniel starred as Sebastian Valmont in the London premiere of Cruel Intentions at The Other Palace. His other theatre credits include: Suddenly Last Summer (The English Theatre Frankfurt), Witness for the Prosecution (London County Hall), Speak (Rose Theatre/Paines Plough), Little Sausage (The Other Palace Studio), Elegies for Angels, Punks and Raging Queens (King's Head Theatre) and Look Who's All Grown Up (The Space).In this episode Daniel discusses all things Mean Girls. He also reflects on Cruel Intentions, discusses his path into theatre and shares why he's excited to be doing musical theatre... and lots more pops up along the way! Mean Girls is booking at the Savoy Theatre until 6th April 2025. Visit www.london.meangirlsmusical.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.  

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: Descriptive Tour and Workshop: The Collection - Sunday 25 August, 11am, national Portrait Gallery, London  Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World - Thursday 29 August, 7pm, The Other Palace, London  Fiddler on the Roof - Saturday 31 August, 2.15pm, Open Air Theatre Regent's Park, London Antony & Cleopatra - Wednesday 4 September, 2pm, touch tour 12noon and Sunday 15 September, 1pm, touch tour 11am, Shakespeare's Globe Theatre in London,  Grease the Musical - Saturday 7 September, 2.30pm, Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff How I Learned to Swim - Thursday 12 September, 7.45pm, touch tour 6.15pm, Brixton House, London To find out more about these and other up-coming described arts events as well as details about how to sign up to the regular What's On email newsletter do visit the VocalEyes website - https://vocaleyes.co.uk (Image shows the VocalEyes logo. A speech bubble with 'VOCALEYES' written in bold black letters next to it)

Olivier nominee Zizi Strallen is our special guest for the 250th episode of In The Frame! Zizi is starring as Laurey in the 80th anniversary concert production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma!, playing opposite Phil Dunster. The concert is directed and choreographed by Bill Deamer with the London Musical Theatre Orchestera playing the full 28-piece orchestrations. Later this year Zizi will reprise her performance as the title role in Cake: The Marie Antoinette Playlist which opens at The Other Palace in September. Zizi received an Olivier nomination for starring as the title role in the West End revival of Mary Poppets, reprising her performance from the musical's tour. For Matthew Bourne's New Adventures she has played Lana/Delores in The Car Man and Betty/Vivian in Cinderella. Some of Zizi's other theatre credits include Fastrada in Pippin In Concert (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Betty in Sunset Boulevard (Alexandra Palace & Royal Albert Hall), Fran in Strictly Ballroom (Piccadilly Theatre), Young Phyllis in Follies (National Theatre), Demeter in Cats (London Palladium), Penny in Hairspray & Mona in Chicago (Leicester Curve), Meg in Merrily We Roll Along (Menier Chocolate Factory & Harold Pinter Theatre), Rock Of Ages (Shaftesbury & Garrick Theatre), The Music Man (Chichester Festival Theatre) and Dirty Dancing (Aldwych Theatre). In this episode Zizi discusses why she jumped at the chance to be in Oklahoma!, mourning Mary Poppins and navigating her own path in theatre, plus lots more along the way.Oklahoma! runs at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on 19th and 20th August 2024. Visit www.lwtheatres.co.uk 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.  

Kerry-Ann Knight, who served in the army for over a decade, has spoken out about the years of racist and sexist abuse she received whilst serving saying that it made her life "a living hell". She joins Nuala to discuss her experience of taking the Ministry of Defence to an employment tribunal where she accepted a substantial settlement, along with an apology. Her experience has led to lawyer Emma Norton - who's an expert in this field - to call for an inquiry in to the experiences of black and minoritised service personnel in the armed forces. A new exhibition, Gardening Bohemia, at the Garden Museum in London explores the relationship between women in the Bloomsbury group and gardening.  Plus a book out earlier this year, Rural Hours, looks at the influence of time spent in the countryside on three women writers associated with the group, including Virginia Woolf.  Curator Claudia Tobin and author Harriet Baker discuss.When illustrator and author Kate Pankhurst started writing the Fantastically Great Women book, she didn't know she was a distant relative of suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst – or that the book would become an award-winning pop musical. With the show currently on at The Other Palace in London, Nuala talks to Kate about why she wanted to celebrate historic women and their achievements, plus cast member Anelisa Lamola performs live in the studio.Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Dianne McGregor

Jamie Muscato is preparing to play three solo concerts at Cadogan Hall. Celebrating his career and favourite things, the first two shows sold out in minutes before a third was added. This weekend Jamie will star as Billy Bigelow in Rodgers & Hammerstein's Carousel in Concert at the Royal Festival Hall with a 30-piece orchestra.Some of Jamie's most recent theatre credits include starring as Christian in Moulin Rouge! (Piccadilly Theatre), Matty in 13 Going on 30 (workshop), Guy in Once In Concert (London Palladium), Enjolras in Les Misérables The Staged Concert (Sondheim Theatre) and Tony in West Side Story (Leicester Curve).Jamie originated the role of JD in Andy Fickman's UK premiere of Heathers at the Other Palace and Theatre Royal Haymarket. Some of Jamie's other theatre credits include: Story Edward in Big Fish (The Other Palace), Ben in Lazarus (King's Cross Theatre), George Jacob Holyoake in A Subject of Scandal and Concern (Finborough Theatre), Jake in Stay Awake Jake (The Vaults), Joe in Bend it Like Beckham (Phoenix Theatre), Anthony in Sweeney Todd (Welsh National Opera), Nathan in House of Mirrors and Hearts (Arcola Theatre), Eddie in Dogfight (Southwark Playhouse), The Light Princess (National Theatre), Rock of Ages (Shaftesbury Theatre), Love Story (Duchess Theatre) and Jean Prouvaire in Les Misérables (25th-anniversary tour). Jamie made his professional debut in the original UK cast of Spring Awakening at the Lyric Hammersmith and Novello Theatre. Jamie recently reunited with the company to perform a one-off reunion concert to mark the show's 15th anniversary at the Victoria Palace Theatre. Some of Jamie's screen credits include The Chemistry of Death, The Undeclared War, Pistol, Doctors Cilla and the Les Misérables film.Jamie plays Cadogan Hall on 21st and 22nd July 2024. Visit www.cadoganhall.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.  STOPTIME: Live in the Moment.Ranked in the top 5% of podcasts globally and winner of the 2022 Communicator Award...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

For our first podcast interview, we talk to Abey Bradbury (writer and cast member) and Sam Kearney-Edwardes (playing Julie) from JULIE: The Musical (Le Gasp! and Croft & Dye Productions) about their show about chaotic bisexual opera singer duellist (and previous podcast subject) Julie d'Aubigny aka La Maupin! JULIE: The Musical is on till 30th June at The Other Palace, London. Listen to the end for a discount code!

Producer Paul Taylor-Mills is back In The Frame! Paul is the artistic director of The Other Palace and Turbine Theatre. He's currently preparing to take four musicals to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival including Silence! The Musical, Come Dine With Me: The Musical and I Wish You Well: The Gwyneth Paltrow Ski-Trial Musical in addition to My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?) which is returning to Edinburgh as part of its first ever UK tour. Paul is also the long-time producer of Heathers which has just returned to the West End for a run at @SohoPlace ahead of its third UK tour. Elsewhere Paul is producing Closer To Heaven at the Turbine Theatre, Jordan Luke Gage's musical Redcliffe which recently had a workshop run at The Other Palace Studio as well as a to-be-announced project which is *bleeped* out during this episode. Some other shows Paul has produced over the years include Be More Chill, In The Heights and Cake as well as the countless new musicals which have been part of MT Fest. In this episode Paul reveals why he's returning to the Fringe, reflects on My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?)'s Broadway's postponement and and discusses the return of Heathers... and lots more!You can see Silence!, Come Dine With Me, I Wish You Well and My Son's A Queer at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. My Son's A Queer is also heading off on tour. Heathers is currently in the West End before touring and Closer To Heaven runs at the Turbine Theatre. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins  @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.  Past Present FeatureA filmmaker appreciation podcast hosted by Emmy-winning director...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

For this Musicals Magazine Podcast, Edward Seckerson meets Jack Godfrey, one of the brightest and most engaging talents in the exciting renaissance of new writing, enlivening the West End and beyond. With 42 Balloons – for which he wrote book, music and lyrics – fresh from its inaugural production at the Lowry Manchester and Babies opening at The Other Palace, Godfrey's insidiously memorable hooks are ear-worming their way into all Musical Theatre enthusiasts' consciousness. Godfrey writes pop songs with heart, soul, and zing. Can anyone wait for what comes next? 

Jaina Brock-Patel is currently reprising her performance as Becky in Babies The Musical for its fully staged run at The Other Palace.Jaina previously played the role in the musical's West End concert production at the Lyric Theatre. A new British coming-of-age musical, Babies has music and lyrics by Jack Godfrey and book by Martha Geelan.After training at the Guildford School of Acting, Jaina made her professional debut as Katherine Howard in the UK & Ireland tour of Six The Musical. She went on to play Janey in the London revival of Eugenius! at the Turbibe Theatre.In this episode Jaina discusses all things Babies as well as her path into theatre, what it was like to be a new graduate during the pandemic and why she has unfinished business with Six.Babies runs at The Other Palace 31st May - 14th July 2024. Please visit www.babiesmusical.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.  Past Present FeatureA filmmaker appreciation podcast hosted by Emmy-winning director...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Welcome to our latest episode, where we shine a spotlight on a diverse array of stage productions sure to captivate audiences! Join us as we explore Leslie Ash's starring role in Artificially Yours, Ian McKellen's portrayal of Falstaff in Player Kings, the punk reimagining of GISELLE: REMIX, an electrifying flamenco festival at Sadler's Wells, the hilarious antics of USHERS: The Front of House Musical, and a backstage chat with Karis Anderson from Tina: The Tina Turner Musical.Artificially YoursLeslie Ash stars in this gripping dark comedy that delves into the consequences of our society's increasing reliance on Artificial Intelligence. Three couples invite an AI relationship therapy device into their homes, hoping to solve their smallest disagreements and deepest issues. However, as the AI device becomes entangled in their lives, it leads to hilarious and disturbing outcomes, raising questions about the nature of human relationships and the role of technology in our lives.Player Kings Ian McKellen takes on the iconic role of Falstaff in Robert Icke's adaptation of Shakespeare's Henry IV. Set in a divided England on the brink of war, the play follows the journey of Hal, who must navigate his father's expectations, his friendship with the infamous Falstaff, and the looming conflict. Bringing together Shakespeare's two great history plays, Player Kings promises to be a theatrical event of the season, offering audiences a compelling exploration of power, loyalty, and leadership.GISELLE: REMIXHot off its sell-out premiere at the Royal Opera House, GISELLE: REMIX returns with its punk reimagining of the classic ballet. Conceived by Pleasance Associate Artist Jack Sears and Royal Ballet Soloist Hannah Grennell, the production combines cabaret excellence, theatrical divinity, and jaw-dropping lip-syncs. Collaborating with dancers from The Royal Ballet, the show subverts the timeless story of love, loss, and redemption, offering audiences a fresh and electrifying take on a beloved classic.Flamenco Festival at Sadler's WellsSadler's Wells presents a spectacular flamenco festival featuring a lineup of renowned artists, including Vicente Amigo, Eva Yerbabuena, and the Ballet Nacional de España. From traditional flamenco to innovative new sounds, the festival celebrates the rich cultural heritage of Spain through music, movement, and colour. Audiences can expect a mesmerising showcase of flamenco's raw energy and emotional depth, transporting them to the heart of Iberian culture.USHERS: The Front of House MusicalCelebrating its tenth anniversary, "USHERS: The Front of House Musical" returns to the Other Palace with all the drama and laughter of working behind the scenes in a West End theatre. Set during a working shift at a theatre, the show follows the lives of the front of house staff as they navigate workplace romances, preview performances, and managerial pressures. With hilarious and moving stories, "USHERS" offers a backstage glimpse into the world of theatre.Backstage Chat with Karis AndersonJoin Natalie backstage at "Tina: The Tina Turner Musical" for an exclusive interview with Karis Anderson, who stars as the legendary Tina Turner. Hear first-hand about the challenges and joys of bringing Tina's iconic story to life on stage, as well as insights into the preparation and performance process. Don't miss this behind-the-scenes conversation with one of the West End's brightest talents! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rhianne-Louise McCaulsky is currently playing Kathryn Merteuil in Cruel Intentions: The 90s Musical at The Other Palace. Rhianne made her West End debut in The Book of Mormon (Prince Of Wales) as a swing and 2nd cover Nabalungi. She went on to cover Zahara in Bat Out Of Hell (Dominion) before starring as Rizzo in the 2019 UK and Ireland tour of Grease.    Rhianne played Alline Bullock and understudied Tina Turner in Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Aldwych) and starred as Catherine of Aragon in Six (Vaudeville Theatre). In this episode Rhianne discusses her whirlwind run in Six, conquering Tina and why Kathryn Merteuil is a gift of a role, plus lots more along the way. Cruel Intentions: The 90s Musical runs at The Other Palace until 19th May 2024. Visit www.theotherpalace.co.uk 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.  

We review three new London musicals in Episode 102 of Theater Club Podcast. Standing at the Sky's Edge which has transferred from The National Theater to The Gillian Lynne in the West End; Cruel Intentions: The 90s Musical at The Other Palace; and Police Cops The Musical at Southwark Playhouse Elephant. -Opening/Closing Music: Little Lily Swing by Tri-Tachyonis: licensed under a CC Attribution License Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Claire Delaney who joins Alexa this week to give us a tour behind the scenes of working on the ITV show ‘Mamma Mia! I have a dream', the search for Sophie and Sky. Claire is a vocal coach with a private business and also teaches at UK Drama School Italia Conti. She initially trained in Opera, performing at the likes of the Royal Albert Hall, and now works with singers of all skill levels from beginners to West End professionals. To celebrate the winners of ‘Mamma Mia! I have a dream' and their West End debut, Claire is here to give us the gossip on how she landed this TV job, what her role entailed on the program, and how we can help our theatre performers navigate auditions.  KEY TAKEAWAYS "Mamma Mia! I Have a Dream'' premiered on ITV in October 2023. The program followed the quest for two fresh and undiscovered talents in musical theatre, aiming to cast them in the roles of Sophie Sheridan and Sky Ramand for the West End rendition of the musical "Mamma Mia!". If you or one of your students are thinking about applying for a TV show like this in the future, Claire believes you need to be strong in the following areas: story telling, working collaboratively, creating chemistry, having the endurance to perform 9 shows a week, and not taking yourself too seriously. In previous "Mamma Mia!" shows, it was understood that straight tone was desired over vibrato. However this more traditional approach didn't appear to be the case in the TV show. Claire loves vibrato because it adds colour and a feeling of release in the voice. As a teacher you need to make sure your student can do both so they can use whichever they think is right for them. BEST MOMENTS ‘I feel like having worked on TV now it adds to my credibility' ‘It's not Shakespeare, it's pure entertainment and just joyous' ‘The key to any audition is to do your background development on the character' ‘My best advice is just be cheeky and ask, the worst anyone can say is no and not everybody will say no'   EPISODE RESOURCES Guest Website: https://www.delaneycoaching.com/ Social Media: Instagram: @Claire.delaney.coach Tik Tok: Claire_TheVocalCoach Relevant Links & Mentions: Fiona McDougal: https://fionamcdougal.com/ London School of Musical Theatre: https://www.lsmt.co.uk/ Italia Conti Arts: https://www.italiaconti.com/ Singing Teachers Talk Podcast: Ep. 91 How to Help Prepare Singers for Drama School Auditions with Michael Vickers Songs mentioned: Luck Be a Lady from Guys and Dolls; Trustfall by Pink; Somebody To Love from We Will Rock You; Kiss Me by Sixpence None the Richer; Shivers by Ed Sheeran; Night Fever from Saturday Night Fever Vocology in Practice: https://www.vocologyinpractice.org/ ABOUT THE GUEST Claire Delaney is a professional voice coach and currently teaches at Italia Conti. She has been in the performing industry for 15 years and has recently worked with voice coach Fiona McDougal on the new Mamma Mia ‘I Have a Dream' show for ITV. Trained in Performing Arts and Opera, Claire has performed at venues including The Royal Albert Hall, The Wales Millennium Centre, The Other Palace, Kensington Roof Gardens, and The Bristol Hippodrome. She has also worked with Disney composer, Alan Menken, for the musical Galavant on ABC Comedy, and as an actress on various productions for Netflix, Sony Pictures, BBC One, BBC3, ITV, and ITV2. 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. basttraining.com BAST Book A Call Updates from BAST Training Presenters Bios

Joanna Woodward / @thejoannawoodward is currently starring as Clare in the West End production of “The Time Traveler's Wife” and was seen before on the West End in Pretty Woman.  Joanna is an internationally renowned singer, actress, and burlesque dancer with multiple performances in theatres and cabaret clubs all around the world. She grew up in Glastonbury, Somerset.  Training: She received training in Acting and Musical Theatre at the Central School of Speech and Drama and achieved a BA Honours Degree. Theatre: Joanna has numerous stage credits that show her skills wonderfully. The roles she has played include Princess Atlanta in The Adventures of Jason and the Argonauts at Scoop Amphitheatre; Glauke in Medea; Kimberley in Pages: Promised Land at the Union Theatre; Princess in Sleeping Beauty, and Puss in Boots at the Newbury Corn Exchange; Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors at the Kilworth House Theatre; Tinker Bell in Lost Boy at the Charing Cross Theatre and Finborough Theatre; Mary in The Life at the Southwark Playhouse; Emily in Zombies: The Musical and Eulpha Miziam in Confessions at The Other Palace. She understudied Beth/Meg/KT in Merrily We Roll Along at the Harold Pinter Theatre, Menier Chocolate Factory. She understudied and played Carole King in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical at the Aldwych Theatre. *Free Broadway Fitness Program: www.builtforthestage.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joanna Woodward / @thejoannawoodward is currently starring as Clare in the West End production of “The Time Traveler's Wife” and was seen before on the West End in Pretty Woman.  Joanna is an internationally renowned singer, actress, and burlesque dancer with multiple performances in theatres and cabaret clubs all around the world. She grew up in Glastonbury, Somerset.  Training: She received training in Acting and Musical Theatre at the Central School of Speech and Drama and achieved a BA Honours Degree. Theatre: Joanna has numerous stage credits that show her skills wonderfully. The roles she has played include Princess Atlanta in The Adventures of Jason and the Argonauts at Scoop Amphitheatre; Glauke in Medea; Kimberley in Pages: Promised Land at the Union Theatre; Princess in Sleeping Beauty, and Puss in Boots at the Newbury Corn Exchange; Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors at the Kilworth House Theatre; Tinker Bell in Lost Boy at the Charing Cross Theatre and Finborough Theatre; Mary in The Life at the Southwark Playhouse; Emily in Zombies: The Musical and Eulpha Miziam in Confessions at The Other Palace. She understudied Beth/Meg/KT in Merrily We Roll Along at the Harold Pinter Theatre, Menier Chocolate Factory. She understudied and played Carole King in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical at the Aldwych Theatre. *Free Broadway Fitness Program: www.builtforthestage.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lizzie Bea, living in Brighton and Hove, England, is a professional stage actress. Lizzie trained at the National Youth Theatre And National Youth Music Theatre. She also attended the National Student Drama Festival. Her extensive work in theatre includes Mrs Wilkinson in Nick Evans' Billy Elliot at Billy Youth Theatre (2011); Polly Parish in Lotte Wakeham's The Other School at the National Youth Music Theatre; Mother Pig/Bee in Ewan Jones' The 3 Little Pigs (Kenny Wax Family Entertainment, 2016); Actress 2 in Malcolm McKee's The Shakespeare Revue (2016); Ducky Daddles in Samuel Harjanne's Chicken Little at From Page to Stage (2017); Rose in Samuel Harjanne's Dino Story at From Page to Stage; onstage swing in Kay Mellor's Fat Friends The Musical (Rollem Productions, 2018); Abigail Henson in Jerry Mitchell's Becoming Nancy at the Alliance Theatre (2019); Pat in Jerry Mitchell's Kinky Boots (Playful Productions, 2019). Among her workshop credits are Abigail Henson in Jerry Mitchell's Becoming Nancy (Jammy Productions Inc. 2016); Martha Dunstock in Andy Fickman's Heathers at The Other Palace (2017); Abigail Henson in the New York cast of Foresight Theatrical, 2017 and 2018; Commentator 2 in Adam Lenson's The Throwaways (2020). Lizzie is in the 2015 demo recording of Half A Sixpence (Cameron Mackintosh Ltd). In concert and cabaret, she was an ensemble in Thom Southerland's State Fair (London Musical Theatre Orchestra, 2016); soloist in Shaun McCourt's Christmas Goes…Pop! At Giggin4Good (2016); Joanne in Shaun Kerrison's Honeymoon In Vegas (London Musical Theatre Orchestra, 2017); soloist in The Mousetrap Awards (Mousetrap Theatre Projects, 2017); soloist in Scott Alan's Scott Alan With Mystery Guests (Live at Zedel, 2018); guest performer in Broadway Star Jessica Vosk In Concert (2019); herself in Leave A Light On at the Lambert Jackson/Theatre Café. Alfie Parker comes from Worthing, West Sussex and graduated from The Royal Academy of Music in 2015. Alfie made his West End debut as swing in the original West End production of School of Rock. Other credits include Tackaberry in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (City of London Festival), Nick in Aladdin (Buxton Opera House), Genie in Aladdin (Beck Theatre Hayes), Fat Friends (UK Tour), Samuel Byck in Assassins (Pleasance Theatre), Mutt in Kinky Boots (UK Tour), The Baker in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (UK Tour) and Eddie in Sister Act (Frankfurt). Around the World in 80 Plays Join West End theatre stars Lizzie Bea and Alfie Parker on the road as they tour the country- and the world- performing in shows and exploring the local arts along the way!

This is a special cut taken from our theatre podcast: Packed with Nineties hit music, we review the musical take on Cruel Intentions at The Other Palace, which is based on the 1999 blockbuster movie that starred Reece Witherspoon and Buffy actress Sarah Michelle Gellar. Plus, we revisit Six the musical as the show celebrates its sixth year on stage, and is now on at the Vaudeville theatre. Click here to listen to the full episode, or search for The Standard Theatre Podcast. This podcast is hosted by Nancy Durrant, Nick Clark and Nick Curtis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Packed with Nineties hit music, we review the musical take on Cruel Intentions at The Other Palace, which is based on the 1999 blockbuster movie that starred Reece Witherspoon and Buffy actress Sarah Michelle Gellar.Plus, we revisit Six the musical as the show celebrates its sixth year on stage, and is now on at the Vaudeville theatre.Hear Nancy's interview with writer Charlie Josephine, who's also co-directing Cowbois at the Royal Court.In news, the National Theatre's summer 2024 season, Frozen the musical lets its London run go and there's some exciting casting news for Slow Horses fans.Get in touch with us at theatrepod@standard.co.uk.For all the latest news head to standard.co.uk or pick up a paper.Hear our interview with The Lion King here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jacob Fowler (Heathers / Cinderella) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Jacob discuss Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) (Kiln Theatre), Super You In Concert (Lyric Theatre) and The Play That Goes Wrong (Duchess Theatre) as well as the latest news about Hadestown, Dear Evan Hansen, Tammy Faye, Next To Normal and lots more. Jacob joined Heathers in 2021, understudying JD at The Other Palace and went on to takeover the role. Jacob returned to Heathers this year, reprising his performance as JD for the musical's 2023 UK tour which recently completed its run.Jacob won the 2020 BBC reality show Little Mix: The Search and went on to support Little Mix on their Confetti Arena Tour. His theatre credits also include playing Prince Topher in Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella (Hope Mill Theatre), Bobby in Dreamboats and Petticoats (UK Tour), Mohr in Vanara: The Legend (Hackmey Empire), Hunter in In Pieces (Turbine Theatre) and Kings Of Broadway (Palace Theatre). Next year Jacob is reuniting with Grace Mouat - who he starred opposite in Cinderella - in the brand new musical Before After at the Southwark Playhouse. Follow Jacob on Instagram: @thejacobfowler Before After runs at the Southwark Playhouse 7th February – 2nd March 2024. Visit www.southwarkplayhouse.co.uk for info and tickets. You can hear Jacob on season seven of In The Frame. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.   

Sir Ian McKellen and Roger Allam discuss their new play Frank & Percy at The Other Palace, London. Talking to our culture editors, Nancy Durrant and Nick Clark, Allam describes the show as a 'gay rom com', and McKellen says it ‘will appeal to anyone'. This episode is a cut down version of an in-depth interview from the The Evening Standard Theatre Podcast, to hear the full interview click here. For all the latest news head to standard.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Adams has written a brand new score for Police Cops The Musical.The show recently opened  at the Southwark Playhouse following a run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.Ben also co-wrote the beloved musical Eugenius which premiered at the London Palladium ahead of two runs at The Other Palace and its most recent revival at the Turbine Theatre. Ben is a member of the group A1 who won a BRIT Award in 2001 for Best Newcomer and have had two number one singles. He first ventured into theatre as a performer, starring in pantomime before playing Nick Hurley in the 2017 UK & Ireland tour of Flashdance The Musical. Most recently Ben returned to the stage as Galileo in the Norwegian production of We Will Rock You in Oslo, when he now lives with his family.Ben continues to tour the world with A1 and the band Subwoolfer whilst undertaking various writing projects within the music world and beyond. In this episode, Ben  reveals how he ventured into theatre and ended up writing Eugenius and why he still has big aspirations for the show. He also discusses all things Police Cops, his writing process and lots more. Police Cops The Musical runs at the Southwark Playhouse  Borough until 14th October 2023. Visit www.southwarkplayhouse.co.uk 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.  

Stage and film royalty Sir Ian McKellen and Roger Allam join us this week for their play Frank & Percy at The Other Palace. Allam describes the show as a 'gay rom com' but it ‘will appeal to anyone', says McKellen. This episode is dedicated to an uninterrupted wide-ranging conversation, with the pair covering the audience behaviour, freedom of speech, the sadness and fear around ageing and the price of theatre tickets.Plus, both their appearances in Les Misérables, what they think of Dolly Parton (yes, really), and much more.For all the latest reviews and news head to standard.co.uk/culture/theatre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cristian Zaccarini is currently play Ram Sweeney in Heathers The Musical at The Other Palace. Cristian's other theatre credits include playing Sonny in Grease (UK & Ireland Tour), Pirate Queen (London Coliseum) and The Light in the Piazza (Alexandra Palace Theatre). In this episode, Cristian discusses his path into theatre, including how he navigated leaving drama school early. Cristian also talks all-things Heathers and lots more! Heathers concludes its London run at The Other Palace on 3rd September 2023. Visit www.heathersthemusical.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.  

This week brought the bombshell announcement that the popular musical HEATHERS would be ending its run at the Other Palace Theatre in London on 3rd September.The show, which originally starred Carrie Hope Fletcher, Jodie Steele, Jamie Muscato and more, is currently also on a 2nd UK tour and has played 2 limited runs at the Theatre Royal Haymarket in the West End before returning to its original venue.This closure raises many questions, including which show will be the next to open at the Other Palace as well as whether this may accelerate Mean Girls' journey to the West End.Check out today's episode to find out more about this announcement, what it means, and don't forget to comment below with all of your thoughts!•00:00 | introduction01:20 | why is it closing?11:28 | what's coming next?•About Mickey-Jo:As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MickeyJoTheatre⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 70,000 subscribers. Since establishing himself as a theatre critic he has been able to work internationally. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. He has also twice received accreditation from the world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. He has been invited to speak to private tour groups, at the BEAM 2023 new musical theatre conference at Oxford Playhouse, and on a panel of critics at an event for young people considering a career in the arts courtesy of Go Live Theatre Projects. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre

Olivia Moore is currently playing Sandy in the West End revival of Grease.Returning to the Dominion Theatre for a second year, this is an all-new production of Grease directed by Nikolai Foster with choreography by Dame Arlene Philips. Olivia made her professional debut in the UK premiere of Heathers at The Other Palace and stayed with the show for its West End transfer to the Theatre Royal Haymarket, understudying the roles of Veronica and Heather McNamara.She went on to join the original West End cast of Waitress at the Adelphi Theatre, understudying and regularly playing the roles of Jenna and Dawn.In this episode, Olivia discusses what it's like to be returning to Grease, combatting nerves, conquering huge roles and lots more. Grease runs at the Dominion Theatre until 28th October. Visit www.greasemusical.co.uk 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.  

Miracle Chance is currently playing Veronica in the London production of Heathers at The Other Palace. Heathers received its UK premiere at The Other Palace in 2018 ahead of two West End runs. The show returned to The Other Palace in 2021 where it continues to run in addition to a UK & Ireland touring production. Some of Miracle's theatre credits include Loserville, Footloose, The Wedding Singer, The Christmasaurus Live, Priscilla Queen of the Desert and Unfortunate. She played Columbia in The Rocky Horror Show and Christine in Be More Chill at The Other Palace and then in the West End at the Shaftesbury Theatre. In this episode, Miracle delves into what it's like to play Veronica, her history with cult musicals and her path so far in theatre... plus lots more!Heathers is booking at The Other Palace until 3rd September. Visit www.heathersthemusical.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.  

Host Luisa Lyons chats with Freya Catrin Smith and Jack Williams, composers of RIDE: A New Musical which was filmed live during its run at the Charing Cross Theatre in 2022 and is now available to stream on Broadway on Demand. Hear about the show's journey from workshop to fully staged production, how professionally filming the workshop helped in re-writes, the casting process, and what's next for the two-hander musical! Freya Catrin Smith and Jack Williams are award-winning composers and lyricists, and founders of Bottle Cap Theatre. Their work focuses on telling female led stories and includes musicals RIDE (The Garrick, 2021) and THE LIMIT (VAULT Festival 2019). They are the joint winners of Aria Entertainment and ALP's Chamber Musical commission (2021).Their work has been performed at venues including: The Garrick, The Other Palace, The Roundhouse and The Leicester Square Theatre, and has been developed with drama schools including Central School of Speech and Drama and ArtsEd.In 2021 Freya received a Michael Grandage Futures Bursary and took up a writing residency at Norwich Theatre Royal.Show Links:Watch RIDE: A New Musical on Broadway on Demand.Listen to Freya and Jack's first interview on the Filmed Live Musicals podcast.Learn about the history RIDE: A New Musical in the database.Bottle Cap Theatre: www.bottlecaptheatre.comBottle Cap Theatre on Twitter Freya Catrin Smith on Twitter  Jack Williams on Twitter Support the showFilmed Live Musicals is where musicals come home. Use the searchable database to find musicals filmed on stage to watch from the comfort of your living room! Visit www.filmedlivemusicals.com to learn more. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. You can also support the site at Patreon. Patrons get early access to the podcast and site content, no matter how much you pledge. Become a Patron today!Filmed Live Musicals is created by Luisa Lyons, an Australian actor, writer, and musician. Luisa holds a Masters in Music Theatre from London's Royal Central School of Speech and Drama and now lives, works, and plays in New York. Learn more at www.luisalyons.com and follow on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

Josh St. Clair and Amy Di Bartolomeo are currently starring in the world premiere of Glory Ride at the Charing Cross Theatre, playing the roles of Gino Bartali and Adriana Bani. Directed by Olivier winner Kelly Devine, Glory Ride has book, music and lyrics by Victoria Buchholz and Todd Buchholz.Glory Ride reveals the secret wartime heroics of Gino Bartali, one of the most beloved athletes of all time. A Tour de France winner, in the 1940s he was considered the second most famous man in Italy - after Mussolini. His cycling achievements on the Alps and Pyrenees were legendary, but until recently, few knew that he risked his life by saving hundreds of people from fascism during World War II. With his cycling career as a cover, Bartali cycled thousands of miles between cities across Italy. Hidden in the frame of his bike were falsified identity cards and other secret documents to help victims cross borders to safety. His bravery rescued hundreds of persecuted Jews and other refugees, many of whom were children. In 2013, Yad Vashem, Israel's official memorial to the victims of the Holocaust, recognised Gino Bartali with the honour of Righteous Among the Nations. Glory Ride  was developed through workshops in New York and Los Angeles ahead of a workshop staging at The Other Palace last year. Josh recently played Pabbie in the original West End cast of Frozen at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. His credits also include: understudy Fiyero in Wicked (International Tour), swing in School Of Rock (Gillian Lynne Theatre), Harry & understudy Charlie in Kinky Boots (UK Tour) and Peter Kingsley in City Of Angels (Garrick Theatre). Amy recently completed her reign as Catherine of Aragon in the West End production of Six at the Vaudeville Theatre. Her credits also include: Oz in We Will Rock You (UK Tour), In Pieces (Digital), Bat Out of Hell (London Coliseum / Manchester Opera House / Toronto), Diva in Priscilla Queen of the Desert (New Zealand), Starlight Express (Germany) and The Rat Pack Boys (UK Tour).    Glory Ride runs at the Charing Cross Theatre 22nd April - 29th July 2023. Visit www.charingcrosstheatre.co.uk 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.  

Rhys Wilkinson (understudy Romeo & Francois in And Juliet) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Rhys discuss: Bat Out Of Hell (Peacock Theatre) and Sister Act (UK Tour, New Victoria Theatre Woking) as well as the latest news about Hamilton's first ever UK tour, The Wizard of Oz casting, Disney's Aladdin, Shrek casting and lots more. Rhys is currently making his West End debut in And Juliet at the Shaftesbury Theatre, playing Richard and understudying the roles of Romeo and Francois. As a creative, Rhys put together the sold-out concert Connections at The Other Palace in addition to choreographing West End Does Christmas and No Limits (Turbine Theatre). Follow Rhys on Instagram: @rhys_wilkinson_  Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.  

Maddison Firth is currently playing Heather Chandler in the London production of Heathers at The Other PalaceMaddison previously played the role in the first Heathers UK tour, making her the musical's longest running Chandler worldwide! Maddison also played Chandler in the new Heathers musical film which is available to stream in the US. Prior to Heathers, Maddison was a rehearsal swing for the first Breakaway Cruise production of Six the Musical. She was then cast as Katherine Howard for the second Breakaway Cruise; however, the production was cancelled due to the pandemic. Heathers is booking at The Other Palace until 19th February 2023. Visit www.theotherpalace.co.uk 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.  

Georgina Hagen is currently starring as Mary Brown in But I'm A Cheerleader at the Turbine Theatre. First presented as part of MTFestUK in 2019, But I'm A Cheerleader received its official premiere at  the Turbine Theatre earlier this year and is now back for a second run. The show has book and lyrics by Bill Augustin, music by Andrew Abrams and direction by Tania Azevedo.As a child actor, Georgina played Kate/Molly in Annie (Victoria Palace) and Liesl & understudy Jemima in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (London Palladium).In 2008, Georgina starred as Lauren in the ITV musical series Britannia High. Her theatre credits include: Meat in We Will Rock You (UK Tour), Dinah and then Pearl in Starlight Express (Bochum, Germany), Mistress in Evita (Ljubljana Festival),  Shelley Parker in Batboy (Southwark Playhouse), Nancy in Groundhog Day (Old Vic), Sister Berthe in The Sound of Music (UK Tour) and Sister Margaretta/Frau Zeller and understudy Mother Abbess in The Sound of Music (International).Most recently Georgina played Ms Fleming & Veronica's Mum in Heathers on its UK Tour before transferring to the London production at The Other Palace. But I'm A Cheerleader runs at the Turbine Theatre until 27th November 2022. Visit www.theturbinetheatre.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.  

Musical Director, Producer and Writer Alex Parker (My Fair Lady / The Light in the Piazza) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Alex discuss Strictly Ballroom (New Wimbledon Theatre, UK Tour) and the WhatsOnStage Awards, as well as the latest news about Wicked casting, The Woman in Black closing, the Nanny McPhee musical and lots more. Alex is currently the musical director for the UK & Ireland tour of My Fair Lady directed by Bartlett Sher.Additionally, Alex is currently producing and musical directing a concert staging of The Light in the Piazza at the Alexandra Palace Theatre on 27th November with an all-star cast including Elena Shaddow, Amara Okereke, Jordan Luke Gage, Rebecca Lock and Amy Di Bartolomeo.Alex made a splash on the theatre scene when he produced and musical directed the London premiere of Stephen Sondheim's Putting It Together at the St James Theatre (now The Other Palace) starring Janie Dee. Most recently he produced and musical directed Wonderful Town at Opera Holland Park, Gypsy starring seven Roses at the Alexandra Palace Theatre, Sunset Boulevard at Alexandra Palace Theatre & Royal Albert Hall and his own musical AmDram at Leicester Curve.Alex has also produced and musical directed A Little Night Music on two occasions, at the Palace Theatre in the West End and Opera Holland Park.Alex was the musical director for Mame at the Hope Mill Theatre, The Color Purple at Leicester Curve and My Left Right Foot for the National Theatre of Scotland. Other shows that he has worked on include Sweet Charity, Barnum, Secret Diary of Adrain Mole, Wonderland, Working, Les Misérables, Stephen Ward, The Pajama Game, Soho Cinders and so much more. The list is endless!The Light in the Piazza is staged at the Alexandra Palace Theatre on 27th November 2022. Visit www.alexandrapalace.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.  

Allie Daniel (Legally Blonde / Happy Meal) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Allie discuss Tammy Faye (Almedia Theatre) and Grease (Dominion Theatre) as well as all the latest news about Bonnie & Clyde, The SpongeBob Musical, Anna Jane Casey in Mother Goose and lots more. Allie's credits include: The Secret Society of Leading Ladies (Barn Theatre - Digital), Disenchanted (West End Musical Productions - Digital), Rent (Hope Mill Theatre), Millennials (Turbine Theatre - MT Fest) and Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (UK Tour). She most recently played Courtney and was part of the ensemble of Lucy Moss' revival of Legally Blonde at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre before starring in the premiere of Tabby Lamb's two hander play Happy Meal, which played a sell out run at the Edinburgh Fringe before embarking on a UK tour.Later this month month there will be a special staging of the concert series Roles We'll Never Play at The Other Palace to raise money for Allie, who is proudly trans, and her gender affirming surgeries. Any surplus money raised will be donated to a trans charity of her choice. You can see this very special staging of Roles We'll Never Play - with the most insane line-up of West End talent - on Monday 28th November at 19.30 at The Other Palace. Visit www.theotherpalace.co.uk/roles-well-never-play-for-allie/ for info and tickets.Follow Allie on Instagram: @thealliedanielHosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.  

Jacob is currently preparing to star as Prince Topher in the UK premiere of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella at the Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester. Jacob joined the 2021 London production of Heathers at The Other Palace, understudying and regularly playing the role of JD. He went on to takeover the role full-time to huge acclaim.In 2020 Jacob won BBC reality show Little Mix: The Search as part of the band Simply September, and went on to support Little Mix on their 2022 Confetti Arena Tour. Jacob's theatre credits also include: Bobby in Dreamboats and Petticoats (UK Tour), Mohr in Vanara: The Legend (Hackmey Empire), Hunter in In Pieces (Turbine Theatre) and Kings Of Broadway (Palace Theatre). Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella runs at the Hope Mill Theatre 1st November - 11th December 2022. You can see Jacob in concert at Live At Zedel on Monday 26th September. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.  

Liam McEvoy (Bruiser Woods in Legally Blonde) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Liam discuss Heathers (The Other Palace) and Back To The Future (Adelphi Theatre) as well as the latest news about Phantom on Broadway, The Black British Theatre Awards, From Here To Eternity, 42nd Street, The Music Man and lots more. Prior to training at Laine Theatre Arts, Liam made their theatrical debut at the age of twelve in the UK and Ireland tour of Oliver! during the musical's run in Dublin. They've filmed commercials and appeared in panto, and recently made their London stage debut in Lucy Moss' revival of Legally Blonde at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, starring as Bruiser Woods!You can follow Liam on Instagram: @liamsmcevoyCORRECTION: Heathers is booking at The Other Palace until 19th February 2023. Visit www.theotherpalace.co.uk for further 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.  

We discuss the very exciting new season at The Almeida Theatre which includes a new production of A Street Car Named Desire directed by Rebecca Frecknell and starring Paul Mescal, and a new musical written by Elton John! We also review the Chichester Festival Theatre production of South Pacific, and the new song cycle Millennials at The Other Palace.-Opening/Closing Music: Little Lily Swing by Tri-Tachyonis: licensed under a CC Attribution License

Today we're joined by Olivier nominated original Six Queen Jarnéia Richard-Noel (also known as Jaye'J) who is currently starring in the London production of Millennials by Elliot Clay at The Other Palace. Jarnéia originated the role of Catherine of Aaragon in Six The Musical. As part of the original cast, Jarnéia took the musical from its first tour, to a sell out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival to the West End where she stayed with the show for almost three years at the Arts Theatre, Lyric Theatre and Vaudeville Theatre. Alongside her fellow OG queens, Jarnéia was nominated for the 2019 Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical. Earlier this year, Jarnéia and the original West End cast of Six reunited for three sell-out performances at Hampton Court Palace, before shooting a filmed movie of Six at the Vaudeville Theatre. After training at the Urdang Academy, Jarnéia made her professional debut as a singer/dancer for P&O Cruises. After leaving Six, she played Alice in Dick Whittington at the Norwich Theatre Royal before joining the UK tour of Hairspray as a swing for the Dynamites.From six to seven, Jarnéia is part of the girl group SVN alongside the original West End cast of Six. Following the release of multiple singles, SVN recently played their debut headline show at the O2 Academy Islington.In this episode, Jaye'J discusses her path into theatre, her journey with Six and why she's excited to be showing a different side of her talents in Millennials.  Millenials runs at The Other Palace until Sunday 4th September. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.  

This week's guest is Simon Gordon who most recently starred as JD in Heathers! Simon originally went to Law School before entering ITV's Superstar - Andrew Lloyd Webber's reality TV show, casting an actor to play Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar - where he made it to the final thirty boys. Simon's theatre credits include: Christian in Moulin Rouge (Secret Cinema), alternate Strat in Bat Out Of Hell (London Coliseum, International Tour & Dominion Theatre), Robbie in Twist and Turn (The Other Palace) and cover Gene in Girl From The North Country (Gielgud Theatre). Most recently, Simon played JD in the original UK tour of Heathers, before reprising his performance in the London production at The Other Palace. During his London run, Simon played JD for the musical's film which will premiere on the Roku Channel in the US in September. In this episode, Simon discusses how he found his way from Law School to theatre, the Heathers fandom and *that* story about how rehearsing for his Beautiful audition led to armed police entering his house (and lots more). Follow Simon on Instagram: @simongordon Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.  

Hana Stewart (recent alternate in Six Broadway) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Hana discuss Six (Hampton Court) and Legally Blonde (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre) as well as the latest news about Frozen's new West End cast, Millennials at the Other Palace, the upcoming Nelson Mandela musical plus lots more. Having trained at Mountview, Hana's early stage credits include playing Ruth in The State of Things (Brockley Jack Studio) and Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz (Sheringham Little Theatre). She plays Young Dinah in the feature film Brighton which can be seen on Amazon Prime. In 2019 Hana joined the West End production of Six at the Arts Theatre as the alternate for Jane Seymour and Catherine Parr. She continued with the show when it moved to the Lyric and then Vaudeville Theatre. Additionally, Hana performed as Jane Seymour at West End Live and sang "Heart Of Stone" at The Show Must Go On at the Palace Theatre for the Theatre Support Fund. After leaving the West End production of Six at the end of 2021, this year Hana became the first queen to cross the pond and join the musical's Tony winning Broadway production, where she was an alternate for Catherine of Aragon, Jane Seymour and Catherine Parr. Hana joins us fresh from Broadway to discuss her time in New York, her journey with Six and her thoughts on everything going on in theatreland this week! Follow Hana on Instagram: @hanastewart_95  Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. 

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We're back for a brand new season with London's current Veronica, Ailsa Davidson! Having trained at Guildford School of Acting, Ailsa's theatre credits include playing Sarah Our House (Union Theatre), Miss Lynch and understudy Rizzo/Jan in Grease (UK & International Tour) and the award winning production of Lipsync (Edinburgh Fringe). Ailsa has been receiving rave reviews for her performance as Veronica in Heathers at the newly reopened Other Palace Theatre. Heathers is booking at the Other Palace until Sunday 1st May 2022. Visit www.theotherpalace.co.uk for info and tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.