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This week our guest is Toby Schmitz, actor, screenwriter and now novelist. It's a fun chat, talking all things books, reading and writing. Toby shares insights into his upbringing in his family's second-hand bookstore, his motivations for writing, how his debut novel 'The Empress Murders' came about and why he chose such an amibitious work as his debut. He delves into the creative process of adapting a play into this novel, the challenges and rewards of publishing, using palm cards to plan his novel and what he is writing next. The Empress Murders is out in bookstores now. Follow him on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tobymschmitz/ Find Lynne www.lynnetestoni.com Find Rachel www.rachelsmith.com.au Rachel's List www.rachelslist.com.au If you have questions you'd like us to answer in our next Q&A episode, just send them here. Thanks (as always) to our sponsors Rounded (www.rounded.com.au), an easy invoicing and accounting solution that helps freelancers run their businesses with confidence. Looking to take advantage of the discount for Rachel's List Gold Members? Email us at: hello@rachelslist.com.au for the details. Episode edited by Marker Creative Co www.markercreative.co
Both Toby Schmitz and Luke Arnold are actors who have recently turned their storytelling talents into actual stories in actual books!Toby's debut novel "The Empress Murders" is described as both a razor-sharp, mind-bendingly clever whodunnit and an excoriating look at the excesses of the British Empire, just as the sun is beginning to set on it.And Luke is releasing "Whisper in the Wind" his fourth book in his Fetch Phillips series of Fantasy-Noir detective novels set in a fantasy world where the magic has disappeared. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-saturday-quiz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Brendan joins Regina Botros to talk about his latest work Hamlet Camp on at the Carriageworks till the 25th January. A laugh out loud look at acting and the roles that haunt you! Brendan Cowell, Ewen Leslie, and Toby Schmitz – three stars of Australian stage and screen – come together for the first time for the world premiere of Hamlet Camp, a night of poetry, pith and play. Photo credit: Daniel Boud
Legendary photographer William Yang has spent decades transforming his photography into captivating live theatre via the medium of the slide show. In his latest performance, Milestone, which is coming to the Sydney Festival and Asia TOPA, Yang shares a lifetime of stories, from his boyhood in Cairns, to his various 'coming-outs', to the freedom — and fear — of life as a gay man in Sydney in the 1970s and 80s.Also, Siegfried & Roy: The Unauthorised Opera tells the duo's dazzling story of fame and tragedy, and we meet actors Brendan Cowell, Ewen Leslie and Toby Schmitz as they compare notes on playing the role of Hamlet.
We're chatting with Toby Schmitz, Bettie Bang Bang and Pit! We'll also fill you in on all The Good Stuff happening around Newy #Music #GigGuide #NewcastleLive #NewcastleNSW #LiveMusic #Drag #Burlesque #Theatre #TGS #TheGoodStuff ABOUT NEWCASTLE LIVE If it's on in Newcastle, it's on Newcastle Live – the Hunter's source of entertainment and lifestyle news and information. We're devoted to all the great things happening in the region. We'll keep you up to date with what's on in Newcastle and across the Hunter region. FIND OUT MORE: https://newcastlelive.com.au/
The acclaimed Irish actor Andrew Scott tackles his most challenging stage role yet in a one-man retelling of Anton Chekhov's Uncle Vanya. The production, Vanya, was commissioned and directed by Sam Yates, a young British director who was mentored by the likes of Trevor Nunn, Nicholas Hytner and Phyllida Lloyd. Also, opening nights can be stressful under any circumstances, but what do you do when a zombie apocalypse threatens curtain time? We're joined by the team behind Zombie! The Musical. And an updated version of Patrick Hamilton's 1938 play Gaslight is now touring Australia. We meet the director and writers.
As self-confessed sports ignorants, Toby and Luke were never going to get the sports question. But after John describes Goalball from the Paralympics to them, they might give it a second chance. However, they do know the what the highpoints of Cape Town and a sailing ship are called. And they both draw on their formative schooldays to find a couple of answers too.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-saturday-quiz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, James is joined by award-winning actor, playwright and director Toby Schmitz, who performs Hamlet’s first soliloquy “O, that this too too solid flesh would melt.” They delve into the history and background of Toby’s favourite Shakespeare play, pulling apart the language and how different actors have approached the role. Toby has performed for Bell Shakespeare in John Bell’s 2011 production of Much Ado About Nothing. His other theatre credits include productions with Belvoir and Sydney Theatre Company. On screen he has appeared in the HBO miniseries The Pacific as well as starring as pirate Jack Rackham in the Starz TV series Black Sails. His writing credits include Chicks Will Dig You!, Capture the Flag and Lucky, for which he won the Patrick White Award. He most recently co-directed and starred in Thom Pain, a live-streamed theatre experience for Redline Productions.
How did we wait so long to think of this one? We have now proven once and for all that Schmitz and Jackson is even more lovely than Rackham and Featherstone. Enjoy this more informal than usual episode. Note: Spoilers for all seasons of Black Sails
How did we wait so long to think of this one? We have now proven once and for all that Schmitz and Jackson is even more lovely than Rackham and Featherstone. Enjoy this more informal than usual episode.SPOILERS for all Four Seasons of Black SailsSupport us on Patreon for Black Sails commentary tracks, bonus episodes, and our undying love.Buy Elizabeth's Book and see Daphne's JewelryGet your Ask Me About Black Sails shirts here!Introducing Fathoms Deep T-shirts!You can buy Fathoms Deep jewelry! www.daphneolive.com/fathomsdeepLeave us a message! 405-67FLINT (yes, we said Flint)Follow us on Twitter! @BlackSailsCast using the hashtag #FathomsDeepE-mail us at Podcast@CommonRoomRadio.com
Toby Schmitz resigns to failing his driving test.
This week on Fathoms Deep, we are lucky enough to have a second visit with Toby Schmitz to discuss Season 4 of Black Sails and the Rat that got the whole Damned Boulangerie.
This week on Fathoms Deep, we are lucky enough to have a second visit with Toby Schmitz to discuss Season 4 of Black Sails and the Rat that got the whole Damned Boulangerie.Listen to our post Season 3 interview with TobySupport us on Patreon for Black Sails commentary tracks, bonus episodes, and our undying love.Buy Elizabeth's Book and see Daphne's JewelryGet your Ask Me About Black Sails shirts here!Introducing Fathoms Deep T-shirts!You can buy Fathoms Deep jewelry! www.daphneolive.com/fathomsdeepLeave us a message! 405-67FLINT (yes, we said Flint)Follow us on Twitter! @BlackSailsCast using the hashtag #FathomsDeepE-mail us at Podcast@CommonRoomRadio.com
Step behind the scenes with director Eamon Flack, dramaturg Charlotte Bradley and actors Taylor Ferguson, Elizabeth Nabben, Toby Schmitz and Nikki Shiels as they share their thoughts on the themes explored in Aphra Behn's battle of the sexes. This 17th century classic follows a ratbaggy gang of exiled cavaliers as they plunge into the steamy depths of Naples at carnival time. They’re led by Willmore, a seventeenth-century playboy who’s been round the block a few times and survives by his wit and exuberance. But then he meets a young woman who has the guile to expose the Rover’s true self. He’s almost prepared to fall head over heels for her. But she’s a nun. And there’s the most beautiful woman in Europe on the same street… Writer Aphra Behn Director Eamon Flack Podcast produced for Belvoir by Zoe Ferguson 1 JULY - 6 AUGUST BOOK HERE
This week on Fathoms Deep, we sooth your broken hearts with the best thing ever – Craig Jackson and Lise Slabber join us to talk FeatherDelle, riffing with Toby Schmitz, costumes, bread knives and of course, Tit Curtains…..Support us on Patreon for Black Sails commentary tracks, bonus episodes, and our undying love.Buy Elizabeth's Book and see Daphne's JewelryGet your Ask Me About Black Sails shirts here!Introducing Fathoms Deep T-shirts!You can buy Fathoms Deep jewelry! www.daphneolive.com/fathomsdeepLeave us a message! 405-67FLINT (yes, we said Flint)Follow us on Twitter! @BlackSailsCast using the hashtag #FathomsDeepE-mail us at Podcast@CommonRoomRadio.com
This week on Fathoms Deep, we sooth your broken hearts with the best thing ever - Craig and Lise join us to talk FeatherDelle, riffing with Toby Schmitz, costumes, bread knives and of course, Tit Curtains.....
The ladies had a nice long chat with Hannah about Eleanor Guthrie, Hangry Pirates, and our dream of a choose your own adventure book about Eleanor written by Toby Schmitz. Prepare yourselves to maybe feel something for Eleanor as Daphne always has...
The ladies had a lovely chat with Hannah about Eleanor Guthrie, Hangry Pirates, and our dream of a choose your own adventure book about Eleanor written by Toby Schmitz.Prepare yourselves to maybe feel something for Eleanor as Daphne always has…Support us on Patreon for Black Sails commentary tracks, bonus episodes, and our undying love.Buy Elizabeth's Book and see Daphne's JewelryGet your Ask Me About Black Sails shirts here!Introducing Fathoms Deep T-shirts!You can buy Fathoms Deep jewelry! www.daphneolive.com/fathomsdeepLeave us a message! 405-67FLINT (yes, we said Flint)Follow us on Twitter! @BlackSailsCast using the hashtag #FathomsDeepE-mail us at Podcast@CommonRoomRadio.com
Special Episode – In which we visit (virtually) with Zach McGowan, talk Black Sails, go for a beer run, and he shows us his sword…Also, his Zach McGowan impression is almost as good as that of Toby Schmitz.Support us on Patreon for Black Sails commentary tracks, bonus episodes, and our undying love.Buy Elizabeth's Book and see Daphne's JewelryGet your Ask Me About Black Sails shirts here!Introducing Fathoms Deep T-shirts!You can buy Fathoms Deep jewelry! www.daphneolive.com/fathomsdeepLeave us a message! 405-67FLINT (yes, we said Flint)Follow us on Twitter! @BlackSailsCast using the hashtag #FathomsDeepE-mail us at Podcast@CommonRoomRadio.com
Special Episode - In which we visit (virtually) with Zach McGowan, talk Black Sails, go for a beer run, and he shows us his sword... Also, his Zach McGowan impression is almost as good as that of Toby Schmitz.
This week on Fathoms Deep, we are delighted to say that we got to chat with Toby Schmitz, with a few appearances from Jack as well. We discuss which Shakespearean character Jack may be, Jack’s fighting style, and Teachamania.Spoilers for Seasons 1-3 of Black Sails.Support us on Patreon for Black Sails commentary tracks, bonus episodes, and our undying love.Buy Elizabeth's Book and see Daphne's JewelryGet your Ask Me About Black Sails shirts here!Introducing Fathoms Deep T-shirts!You can buy Fathoms Deep jewelry! www.daphneolive.com/fathomsdeepLeave us a message! 405-67FLINT (yes, we said Flint)Follow us on Twitter! @BlackSailsCast using the hashtag #FathomsDeepE-mail us at Podcast@CommonRoomRadio.com
This week on Fathoms Deep, we are delighted to say that we got to chat with Toby Schmitz, with a few appearances from Jack as well. We discuss which Shakespearean character Jack may be, Jack’s fighting style, and Teachamania. You can buy Fathoms Deep jewelry! www.daphneolive.com/fathomsdeep Leave us a message! 405-67FLINT (yes, we said Flint) Follow […]
This week on Fathoms Deep, we soldiered through to the end and got the gist of it… Dueling pirates, the weight of the crown, and maybe we had a bit more to drink this week than usual.Thank you to all who participated in #HamilSails. It was so much fun!You can check the hashtag #HamilSails on twitter to see all of the brilliant entries, including ones by Toby Schmitz and Zach McGowanSupport us on Patreon for Black Sails commentary tracks, bonus episodes, and our undying love.Buy Elizabeth's Book and see Daphne's JewelryGet your Ask Me About Black Sails shirts here!Introducing Fathoms Deep T-shirts!You can buy Fathoms Deep jewelry! www.daphneolive.com/fathomsdeepLeave us a message! 405-67FLINT (yes, we said Flint)Follow us on Twitter! @BlackSailsCast using the hashtag #FathomsDeepE-mail us at Podcast@CommonRoomRadio.com
This week on Fathoms Deep….. We are Nassau.We discuss opening doors and bringing it all down.Thank you to everyone for participating in #HamilSails. It has been so much fun!You can check the hashtag #HamilSails on twitter to see all of the brilliant entries, including ones by Toby Schmitz and Zach McGowanSupport us on Patreon for Black Sails commentary tracks, bonus episodes, and our undying love.Buy Elizabeth's Book and see Daphne's JewelryGet your Ask Me About Black Sails shirts here!Introducing Fathoms Deep T-shirts!You can buy Fathoms Deep jewelry! www.daphneolive.com/fathomsdeepLeave us a message! 405-67FLINT (yes, we said Flint)Follow us on Twitter! @BlackSailsCast using the hashtag #FathomsDeepE-mail us at Podcast@CommonRoomRadio.com
This week on Fathoms Deep, we have come to far to go back and we don’t know that we have any lies left in us.Thank you to everyone for participating in #HamilSails. It has been so much fun! Two more days!You can check the hashtag #HamilSails on twitter to see all of the brilliant entries, including ones by Toby Schmitz and Zach McGowanSupport us on Patreon for Black Sails commentary tracks, bonus episodes, and our undying love.Buy Elizabeth's Book and see Daphne's JewelryGet your Ask Me About Black Sails shirts here!Introducing Fathoms Deep T-shirts!You can buy Fathoms Deep jewelry! www.daphneolive.com/fathomsdeepLeave us a message! 405-67FLINT (yes, we said Flint)Follow us on Twitter! @BlackSailsCast using the hashtag #FathomsDeepE-mail us at Podcast@CommonRoomRadio.com
This week on Fathoms Deep, we discuss shifting sands, public reconciliation and what Flint’s demons don’t look or sound like. With a few breaks for serious pirate appreciation. And dimples….. Link to the Twitter conversation between Zach McGowan and Toby Schmitz about Vane and literacy: https://twitter.com/zach_mcgowan/status/758022333084741637 Follow us on Twitter! @BlackSailsCast Find us on Facebook! Support […]
This week on Fathoms Deep, we see where the story of a Spaniard named Vasquez has taken us so far with our special guest, Lauren Sarner, who covers Black Sails for inverse.com and brought us little treats from Toby Schmitz (we love you Toby as much as we love Jack. Promise!)Support us on Patreon for Black Sails commentary tracks, bonus episodes, and our undying love.Buy Elizabeth's Book and see Daphne's JewelryGet your Ask Me About Black Sails shirts here!Introducing Fathoms Deep T-shirts!You can buy Fathoms Deep jewelry! www.daphneolive.com/fathomsdeepLeave us a message! 405-67FLINT (yes, we said Flint)Follow us on Twitter! @BlackSailsCast using the hashtag #FathomsDeepE-mail us at Podcast@CommonRoomRadio.com
This week on Fathoms Deep, we see where the story of a Spaniard named Vasquez has taken us so far with our special guest, Lauren Sarner, who covers Black Sails for inverse.com and brought us little treats from Toby Schmitz (we love you Toby as much as we love Jack. Promise!) Ways to find Lauren […]
This week on Fathoms Deep, we see where the story of a Spaniard named Vasquez has taken us so far with our special guest, Lauren Sarner, who covers Black Sails for inverse.com and brought us little treats from Toby Schmitz (we love you Toby as much as we love Jack. Promise!) Ways to find Lauren […]