Podcasts about Vaudeville Theatre

Jessica Aubrey is currently starring as Jane Seymour in SIX The Musical at the Vaudeville Theatre.Written by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, SIX has direction by Lucy Moss and Jamie Armitage with choreography by Carrie-Anne Ingrouille. SIX was first performed in London in 2017, and is now the winner of over 35 international awards including two Tonys.Her theatre credits include Rose in Titanique (Lido Paris), ensemble and understudy Elphaba and Nessarose in Wicked (Apollo Victoria Theatre), Megan in But I'm a Cheerleader (Turbine Theatre), swing and understudy Eglantine Price in Bedknobs and Broomsticks (UK Tour) and Sandy in Grease (Royal Caribbean Cruise Line).In this episode, Jessica discusses all things SIX and why playing Jane Seymour is such a special and meaningful chapter in her career. She also reflects on her path into musical theatre via a degree in Philosophy, Politics and Economics, what it was like to play Elphaba in Wicked (as the show's first ever third cover Elphaba!), and lots more along the way. Recorded backstage in Jessica's dressing room at the Vaudeville Theatre, there are also a few surprise guests who pop up during the conversation!SIX is booking at the Vaudeville Theatre until 28th November 2027. Visit www.sixthemusical.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.

Leonor Correia is starring as Gabriella Montez in the brand new stage production of High School Musical, which marks 20 years since the release of the iconic film.This production, which is co-directed by Joseph Houston and William Whelton with choreography by Aaron Renfree, will open at The Lowry in Salford, before transferring to London for a run at Troubadour Wembley Park.Leonor trained at Urdang and made her West End debut as the alternate for Jane Seymour and Katherine Howard in Six The Musical at the Vaudeville Theatre, whilst also understudying Catherine of Aragon.Recorded during a break from rehearsals, in this episode Leonor discusses all-things High School Musical, including her favourite parts of the show, the rehearsal process and why it's such a big moment for her career journey. She also discusses her route into theatre and what Six taught her... plus more!High School Musical runs at The Lowry 22nd August – 19th September and Troubadour Wembley Park 12th October – 3rd January. Visit www.highschoolmusicalonstage.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.

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:The Bodyguard the Musical - Saturday 25 July, 2.30pm, Wales Millennium Centre, CardiffSix The Musical - Sunday 26 July, 3pm, Vaudeville Theatre, LondonTo Kill a Mockingbird - Saturday 1 August, 2.30pm, touch tour 12.30pm, Wyndham's Theatre, LondonDog Man: The Musical - Tuesday 11 August, 2.30pm, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre, London9 to 5 The Musical -  Wednesday 19 August, 7.30pm, Regent Theatre, IpswichTo find out more about these and other up-coming described arts events as well as details on how to sign up to the regular VocalEyes What's On email newsletter do visit - https://vocaleyes.co.uk(Image shows the VocalEyes logo. A speech bubble with 'VOCALEYES' written in bold black letters next to it)

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:Six the Musical - Saturday 25 April, 8pm, touch tour 6.15pm, Vaudeville Theatre, LondonMagic Mike Live - Wednesday 29 April, 7pm, The Hippodrome Casino LondonJoseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat - Saturday 2 May, 2.30pm, Buxton Opera HouseInter Alia - Wednesday 13 May, 7.30pm, Wyndham's Theatre, LondonBuddy – The Buddy Holly Story, Saturday 16 May, 2.30pm, Wales Millennium Centre, CardiffZog - Saturday 16 May, 3.30pm, MAST Mayflower Studios, SouthamptonTo find out more about these and other up-coming described arts events as well as details on how to sign up to the regular VocalEyes What's On email newsletter do visit - https://vocaleyes.co.uk(Image shows the VocalEyes logo. A speech bubble with 'VOCALEYES' written in bold black letters next to it)

Erin Caldwell is In The Frame!Erin made her West End debut in Pretty Woman at the Savoy Theatre. She went on to star as Veronica Sawyer in the London production of Heathers at The Other Palace before playing Jane Seymour in the UK and International Tour of Six. After leaving the show, Erin made an emergency return and for one night only played Seymour in the West End production at the Vaudeville Theatre.Erin spent her summer back at The Other Palace, starring as Constanze in the premiere of Saving Mozart.In this episode, Erin reveals why she battled with her confidence after leaving drama school, how she navigated such demanding roles in Heathers and Six and how her perspective of her career and success has evolved in recent years.Follow Erin on Instagram: @erincaldwellxoxThis 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.

pWotD Episode 3029: Terence Stamp Welcome to popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 573,971 views on Sunday, 17 August 2025 our article of the day is Terence Stamp.Terence Henry Stamp (22 July 1938 – 17 August 2025) was an English actor. Known for his sophisticated villain roles, he received various accolades including a Golden Globe Award, a Cannes Film Festival Award, and a Silver Bear as well as nominations for an Academy Award and two BAFTA Awards. He was named by Empire as one of the 100 Sexiest Film Stars of All Time in 1995.After training at the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art in London, Stamp started his acting career in 1960 in the Wolf Mankowitz production of This Year Next Year at the West End's Vaudeville Theatre. He was called the "master of the brooding silence" by The Guardian. His performance in the title role of Billy Budd, his film debut, earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor and a BAFTA nomination for Best Newcomer. Associated with the Swinging London scene of the 1960s – during which time he was in high-profile relationships with actress Julie Christie and supermodel Jean Shrimpton – Stamp was among the subjects photographed by David Bailey for a set titled Box of Pin-Ups. He starred opposite Christie in Far from the Madding Crowd (1967) and also had a leading role in Ken Loach's drama Poor Cow (1967) and in Pier Paolo Pasolini’s Teorema (1968).Stamp gained wider fame for his role as archvillain General Zod in Superman (1978) and Superman II (1980). For his leading role in The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994) he earned BAFTA Award and Golden Globe Award nominations. He then starred in The Limey (1999), earning an Independent Spirit Award nomination. His other films included Wall Street (1987), Young Guns (1988), Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999), The Haunted Mansion (2003), Elektra (2005), Wanted (2008), Get Smart (2008), Yes Man (2008), Valkyrie (2008), Big Eyes (2014) and Last Night in Soho (2021).This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 02:14 UTC on Monday, 18 August 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Terence Stamp on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Joey.

King Fisher was no ordinary Texas gunfighter. This is a man who once killed a circus tiger so that he could make a pair of chaps from its hide. He boasted of killing 37 men, and at the height of his power, commanded over 100 armed bandits, ruling South Texas like his own personal kingdom. Known for his gold-embroidered jackets, rattlesnake hatbands, bells on his spurs, and those infamous tiger-skin chaps, Fisher was equal parts deadly and flamboyant. Who was King Fisher? How does a man go from outlaw warlord to wearing a sheriff's badge, only to end up gunned down in one of the most mysterious ambushes in Old West history? From cattle raids in the lawless Nueces Strip to a bloody night inside San Antonio's Vaudeville Theatre, this is the strange, violent, and unforgettable story of John King Fisher. Buy Me A Coffee – https://buymeacoffee.com/wildwest   Check out the website for more true tales from the Old West https://www.wildwestextra.com/   Email me! https://www.wildwestextra.com/contact/   Free Newsletter! https://wildwestjosh.substack.com/   Join Patreon for ad-free and bonus content! https://www.patreon.com/wildwestextra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Olivier nominee Aimie Atkinson is In The Frame!Aimie is preparing for the release of her album Queen which will be launched with a special solo concert in the West End on 23rd June at the Vaudeville Theatre. Aimie originated the role of Katherine Howard in Six The Musical in the West End, on tour and on the studio album. After reuniting with the original cast in 2022 for some special performances at Hampton Court Palace and in the West End, this year Aimie's performance as Katherine Howard was seen on the big screen when Six The Musical LIVE hit UK cinemas and broke records. As well as starring as Vivian Ward in the original West End production of Pretty Woman (Piccadilly Theatre/Savoy Theatre), Aimie's theatre credits include Rem in Death Note in Concert (London Palladium/Lyric Theatre), Lucia in Figaro (London Palladium), Daniela in In the Heights (King's Cross Theatre), Serena in Legally Blonde (Kilworth House Theatre), Elizabeth in Dirty Dancing (UK tour), Chloe in Never Forget, Penny in Carnaby Street (Hackney Empire & UK Tour), Luisa in Zorro (UK Tour), Shelby Stevens in Steel Pier (Union Theatre), Vusuvia in Eurobeat (Edinburgh) and Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz (Brighton Theatre Royal). In this episode, Aimie talks about her upcoming album and concert… and why she's terrified about it! She also discusses the path of her career including how she previously left the industry, why she almost didn't go to her Six audition and the reality of why hustling doesn't get any easier… and lots more along the way.Aimie plays the Vaudeville Theatre on 23rd July. Visit www.nimaxtheatres.com for info and tickets. Aimie's album Queen is released on 20th June. 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.

Jaz Robinson is starring as Catherine of Aragon in the West End production of Six.Written by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, Six has direction by Lucy Moss and Jamie Armitage with choreography by Carrie-Anne Ingrouille. Six was first performed in London in 2017, and is now the winner of over 35 international awards including two Tonys.Jaz is from Toronto, Canada. Her credits include: Featured Vocalist in Christmas on Ice (Niagara Fallsview Casino) and Lead Vocalist for Royal Caribbean Cruises and Carnival Cruise Line.In 2022 Jaz made her West End debut in Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Aldwych Theatre). She first joined Six in 2023, playing Catherine of Aragon in the original Canadian production (Royal Alexandra Theatre) and now she's reprising her performance in London!Recorded in Jaz's dressing room backstage at the Vaudeville Theatre, in this episode Jaz discusses her journey with Six and what it's like to play Catherine of Aragon. She also talks about her path into theatre and moving from Toronto to London.Six is booking at the Vaudeville Theatre until June 2026. The show also continues to tour the UK and play internationally. Visit www.sixthemusical.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.

Evelyn Hoskins speaks exclusively to West End Frame about reprising her performance as Carol in the North American premiere of 42 Balloons at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater.Evelyn co-hosted last week's episode of The West End Frame Show and whilst she was in the podcast booth she spoke about taking 42 Balloons' to the US. We couldn't include that bit of the conversation in last week's episode as the casting news hadn't been revealed... but now that it's all announced, in this mini episode we bring you the clip of Evelyn discussing how she feels about returning to 42 Balloons for its North American premiere alongside Charlie McCullagh as Larry.Last year Evelyn starred as Carol in the fully staged premiere of 42 Balloons at The Lowry in Salford, having played the role for the concert performances at the Vaudeville Theatre. The show is written by Jack Godfrey and directed by Ellie Coote.42 Balloons runs at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre 24th May – 29th June 2025. Visit www.chicagoshakes.com for info and tickets. Follow Evelyn on Instagram: @evelynhoskins This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kerry Ellis is In The Frame!Kerry is preparing to perform her latest solo show Queen Of The West End at the Vaudeville Theatre on 21st April as part of Westway Music's season of concerts. Later in the year Kerry is taking the show on another extensive tour of the UK. In August Kerry is uniting with two other iconic Elphabas – Rachel Tucker and Louise Dearman – for a one-night-only West End concert Gravity at Theatre Royal Drury Lane.Kerry originated the role of Meat in We Will Rock You and is celebrated for being the first British Elphaba in the West End and Broadway productions of Wicked.A few of Kerry's other theatre roles have included Grizabella in Cats (London Palladium), Nancy in Oliver (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Ellen in Miss Saigon (UK Tour), Fantine in Les Miserables (Queen's Theatre), understudy Eliza in My Fair Lady (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Sara in Murder Ballad (Arts Theatre), Alice in Wonderland (UK Tour) and Gwendolen in The Importance of Being Earnest (UK Tour). More recently Kerry played Reno Sweeney in the London revival of Anything Goes (Barbican Centre), Titania in A Midsummer Night's Dream (Stafford Gatehouse) and Cruella in 101 Dalmatians (Theatre Royal Brighton). Earler this year she starred as Elizabeth in the UK premiere of If/Then In Concert at the Savoy Theatre.Alongside her theatre work, Kerry has a major concert and recording career; she has released albums and toured the world, regularly collaborating with Brian May from Queen.In this episode Kerry discusses why she loves her Queen Of The West End show, why performing If/Then was such an overwhelming experience and how she's feeling about working with Tucker and Dearman on the Gravity concert... and she also gives us the gossip about being in Wicked: For Good plus more!Kerry performs Queen Of The West End at the Vaudeville Theatre on Monday 21st April. Visit www.nimaxtheatres.com for info and tickets. Kerry is taking the show on the road later in the year and is also performing Gravity at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on 31st August. 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.

Evelyn Hoskins (42 Balloons / Spring Awakening) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Evelyn discuss Six In Cinemas and Retrograde (Apollo Theatre) as well as all the latest news from this year's Olivier Awards... and lots more along the way!Evelyn starred as Thea in the original London production of Spring Awakening at the Lyric Hammersmith and in the West End. She recently reunited with the original cast for a reunion concert at the Victoria Palace Theatre which she also co-produced. Last year Evelyn starred as Carol in the fully staged premiere of 42 Balloons at The Lowry in Salford, having played the role for the concert performances at the Vaudeville Theatre. Evelyn's other theatre credits include: Wendy in Peter Pan (US Tour), the title role in Carrie (Southwark Playhouse), Maureen in Mrs Henderson Presents (Toronto), Dawn in Waitress (West End / UK Tour), Louise in Gypsy (Mill At Sonning), Tatiana in Spies Are Forever In Concert (Gillian Lynne Theatre) and Portia in Something Rotten In Concert (Theatre Royal Drury Lane). In addition to playing Liesl in The Sound of Music LIVE (ITV), Evelyn has worked extensively on screen. Follow Evelyn on Instagram: @evelynhoskins This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special episode, we revisit the conversations we had with Jarnéia Richard-Noel, Natalie Paris, Alexia McIntosh and Maiya Quansah-Breed, the original queens of Six.Six The Musical LIVE is being screened in UK cinemas from 7th April. The film was made in 2022 when the original West End cast reunited for some performances at Hampton Court Palace prior to filming the show in the West End at the Vaudeville Theatre.Jarnéia Richard-Noel, Natalie Paris, Alexia McIntosh and Maiya Quansah-Breed originated the roles of Catherine of Aragon, Jane Seymour, Anna Of Cleves and Catherine Parr in Six. Over the past few years they've all recorded episodes of In The Frame - in this special episode we revisit each queen discussing their journey with Six. To listen to the full episodes, click the links below:Jarnéia Richard-Noel (S7 Ep11, Aug '22): https://westendframe.co.uk/2022/08/29/interview-jarneia-richard-noel-star-of-millennials-original-catherine-of-aragon-in-six/Natalie Paris (S9 Ep21, May '24): https://westendframe.co.uk/2024/05/24/interview-natalie-paris-kit-de-luca-in-pretty-woman/Alexia McIntosh (S8 Ep19, Apr '23): https://westendframe.co.uk/2023/04/25/interview-alexia-mcintosh-star-of-big-aunty-original-anna-of-cleves-in-six/Maiya Quansah-Breed (S8 Ep2, Feb '23): https://westendframe.co.uk/2023/02/03/interview-maiya-quansah-breed-philoclea-in-head-over-heels-original-catherine-parr-in-six/You can see Six The Musical LIVE in UK cinemas from Sunday 7th April. Visit www.universalpictures.co.uk/micro/six-the-musical-live 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.

Send us a textIn her decades spanning career, Cassidy Janson has lit up all corners of the London theatre scene. From the Landor Theatre to the Menier Chocolate Factory to understudying Elphaba in Wicked to winning an Olivier for her role as Anne Hathaway in & Juliet, Cassidy Janson is a definitive West End leading lady. Having performed in concerts for some 10 years, she has established herself as a singer and songwriter as well as a bona fide West End star. Her most recent credits include Jerry's Girls, Florence in Chess and Carole King in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Ahead of her special concert at the Vaudeville Theatre as part of the Westway Sessions, Cassidy Janson sat down to talk about her love for gigging and how a meeting with a jive band led to her performing all around the world, introducing her to new audiences everywhere. In our conversation, Cassidy looks back at milestone moments like taking over the lead role in Beautiful and also originating parts in shows like & Juliet and Lend Me a Tenor. She looks back at her time in off-West End hits like Dessa Rose fondly and we hear her thoughts on how the industry has changed over the years as well as whether or not audience etiquette has gotten worse too. It's a fascinating exchange and we look forward to what Cassidy Janson has to offer in the next few decades of her career.Support the show

Tony and Olivier nominees Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss are In The Frame!Toby and Lucy are the writers and creators of Six The Musical, and Lucy is also the show's co-director. From this Sunday 6th April a special filmed version of Six, with the original West End queens, is being screened in UK cinemas. Six premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2017 and went on to begin its West End reign in 2019. Six is also running on Broadway whilst touring both the UK and US and playing internationally.Six The Musical LIVE was made in 2022 when the original West End cast reunited for some performances at Hampton Court Palace prior to filming the show in the West End at the Vaudeville Theatre.Toby and Lucy's second musical Why Am I So Single? premiered last year in the West End and has just released its cast album featuring a very special feature from Patti LuPone. Lucy also directed the 2022 London revival of Legally Blonde at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. In this episode Toby and Lucy speak about the process of making this filmed production and the evolution of Six. They also reflect on Why Am I So Single?'s West End run, the story behind Patti LuPone doing the album as well as their passion for authenticity onstage and the impact that has had on theatre.You can see Six The Musical LIVE in UK cinemas from Sunday 7th April. Visit www.universalpictures.co.uk/micro/six-the-musical-live 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.

Send us a textFollowing on from his 40th birthday concert at the London Palladium, Lee Mead is returning to the West End to open The Westway Sessions at the Vaudeville Theatre. The first of this series of intimate concerts will see Lee Mead perform crowd-pleasers from his illustrious career that has seen him take on key roles in some of the West End's biggest shows. His latest EP: The Best of Me has been popular with Lee's fans and follows on from a number of recordings over his career which has seen him record West End favourites, contemporary hits as well as original songs. As well as starring in shows like We Will Rock You, Sister Act and Wicked, Lee Mead has also been playing solo concerts on tour around the UK and internationally. Later this year, he will also be embarking on The Phantoms tour with Luke McCall and Aaron Pryce-Lewis.In this brand new interview, Lee Mead sits down to discuss what audiences can expect from his upcoming show as well as his relationship with Westway founder Rhydian Roberts. He tells us about his love for performing and looks back at his time on Any Dream Will Do which saw him play to audiences of millions each week as he competed and won the role of Joseph at the London Palladium. It's been a remarkable career so far as he's continued to tour regularly as well as return to the West End to star in major shows. During our conversation, he also tells us about how the industry has changed over the years and what advice he would give to aspiring young performers today.Lee Mead performs The Westway Sessions at the Vaudeville Theatre on Monday 10th March with tickets available NOW!Support the show

In huge theatre news this week, it was announced that the proshot recording of SIX: the musical would be released in UK cinemas from April 6th. The show, which was filmed with its original West End cast at the Vaudeville Theatre in Summer 2022, has become a global hit with an enormous fan following. Written by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, the pop-inspired musical brings the queens - Catherine of Aragon (Jarnéia Richard-Noel), Anne Boleyn (Millie O'Connell), Jane Seymour (Natalie Paris), Anna of Cleves (Alexia McIntosh) , Katherine Howard (Aimie Atkinson), and Catherine Parr (Maiya Quansah-Breed) — right into the 21st century with infectious, empowering performances, accompanied by the on-stage band, the Ladies in Waiting. Check out today's theatre news recap for Mickey-Jo's thoughts on this announcement and what it could mean for the future of the show's West End, Broadway, and touring productions as well as the possibility of additional theatre proshots. • 00:00 | introduction 01:54 | SIX history 05:00 | proshot details 12:01 | the impact • 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 60,000 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

Jimmy & Fenners are back with a late Xmas present for you FC Bullard fans... the best bits of our first ever live show featuring Everton boss Sean Dyche and rock n roll superstar Miles Kane. Sponsored by Lost Lager (legends!) and recorded at The Vaudeville Theatre in London's glittering West End just before Xmas, we wanted to say a massive thank you to all of you who came to the show and to everyone who has listened and got in touch with the show this year.   We're having a short mid-season break and will be back with new episodes in January.  Until then... Up The Pirates!  --  You can now watch FC Bullard! Catch up on old episodes and subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@FCBullard       The FC Bullard club shop is now open! Have a look: https://www.crowdnetwork.store/collections/fc-bullard    Get in touch on the socials by searching for ‘FC Bullard' or email us on fcbullard@crowdnetwork.co.uk    FC Bullard is sponsored by the legends at Lost Lager and we've managed to wangle an exclusive offer for you guys. Go to https://www.brewdog.com/fc-bullard to get involved. Cheers!     Up The Pirates!     Music courtesy of BMG Production Music.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ONE WEEK TO GO UNTIL THE FC BULLARD LIVE SHOW! Join Jimmy, Fenners – plus special guests Sean Dyche and Miles Kane – at The Vaudeville Theatre in London on Monday 16 December. Get your tickets here: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/fc-bullard      --     Why are Arsenal so good at corners at the moment? Could England have outsmarted Spain in the Euros final? How many screens constitutes a multi-screen set up?     These are some of the questions asked by Jimmy & Fenners to this week's guest, set piece analyst, Stuart Reid.     Reidy has worked for top clubs across England and Europe helping teams perfect the art of the set piece. This is a fascinating listen and one for the stat heads.     --     FC Bullard is sponsored by the legends at Lost Lager and we've managed to wangle an exclusive offer for you guys. Go to https://www.brewdog.com/fc-bullard to get involved. Cheers!        Stuck for Xmas presents? The FC Bullard club shop is now open! Have a look: https://www.crowdnetwork.store/collections/fc-bullard       You can now watch FC Bullard! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@FCBullard           Get in touch on the socials by searching for ‘FC Bullard' or email us on fcbullard@crowdnetwork.co.uk             Up The Pirates!        Music courtesy of BMG Production Music.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Izi Maxwell recently took over as Sophie in the West End production of Mamma Mia!The show marks both Izi's official West End and leading lady debut. Mamma Mia! celebrated its 25th birthday in April, making it only the third musical to reach 25 in the history of the West End. It is now the third longest running West End musical of all-time. Having trained at Emil Dale Academy and Mountview, Izi made her professional debut in Six The Musical's UK and International tour. Izi was the alternate Boleyn and Howard and went on to perform as five of the queens. She temporarily took over as Boleyn full-time for a limited run during her time with the show and also performed with the West End company as an emergency cover at the Vaudeville Theatre.In this episode, Izi discusses why Sophie was her dream role, how she got her head around playing five queens in Six, her path into theatre and lots more. Mamma Mia! runs at the Novello Theatre. Visit www.mamma-mia.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.  

Social media manager Ksenya Gray returns to co-host The West End Frame Show.Andrew and Ksenya discuss The Lighting Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical (The Other Palace) and The Producers (Menier Chocolate Factory) as well as the latest news about Cabaret casting, The Traitors: Live Experience, the Old Vic, Wicked, Boy George and lots more.Ksenya runs the social media company Storytellers. This year she did social media for several concerts at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, including Wild About You, Little Piece Of You, Your Lie In April and Pippin. She continued working with Your Lie In April when it transferred to the West End and worked on Blippi: A Wonderful World Tour in the West End. Additionally she did One Small Step and Tattooer at the Charing Cross Theatre. Also this year Ksenya has managed social media for Marisha Wallace, Sidney Christmas, Rachel Tucker, Antony Costa and West Way Music who have a season of concerts coming up at the Vaudeville Theatre next year. Follow Ksenya on Instagram: @ksenya.gray 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.   

GET YOUR TICKETS FOR FC BULLARD LIVE! https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/fc-bullard   Come and see Jimmy & Fenners – plus special guest SEAN DYCHE and music from MILES KANE – live on stage at The Vaudeville Theatre in London on Monday 16th December. See you there!      --  Jimmy & Fenners are joined this week by former player and manager – and current football agent – Paul Dalglish. Paul talks about the changing role of a football agent in the modern game, the advice he received growing up from Kenny Dalglish and what Liverpool are doing right under Arne Slot.  Paul's a vastly experienced figure in the game and there are loads of pearls of wisdom in this about dealing with young players, where agents have gone wrong in the past and what the future looks like for elite players working with agents blurring the lines between music, football and brands.  --  As you know, FC Bullard is now sponsored by Lost Lager, and thanks to the good folk at BrewDog we've wangled an exclusive offer to fans of the show. Go to https://www.brewdog.com/fc-bullard to get involved. Cheers!      Stuck for Xmas presents? The FC Bullard club shop is now open! Have a look: https://www.crowdnetwork.store/collections/fc-bullard     You can now watch FC Bullard! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@FCBullard         Get in touch on the socials by searching for ‘FC Bullard' or email us on fcbullard@crowdnetwork.co.uk           Up The Pirates!      Music courtesy of BMG Production Music.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

GET YOUR TICKETS FOR FC BULLARD LIVE! https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/fc-bullard    Come and see Jimmy & Fenners – plus special guest SEAN DYCHE and music from MILES KANE – live on stage at The Vaudeville Theatre in London on Monday 16th December. See you there!     --      This week at FCB HQ Jimmy and Fenners are joined by Jimmy's former Leatherhead assistant Steve Sallis to tell us all about what Bully was like as a manager.      What made them lose their heads and storm the pitch? What were Jimmy's half time team talks like? And would he ever make a return to management?    --      Stuck for Xmas presents? The FC Bullard club shop is now open! Have a look: https://www.crowdnetwork.store/collections/fc-bullard    As you know, FC Bullard is now sponsored by Lost Lager, and thanks to the good folk at BrewDog we've wangled an exclusive offer to fans of the show. Go to https://www.brewdog.com/fc-bullard to get 20 cans of Lost Lager for the BARGAIN price of £20. Cheers!    If you want to read more about Steve and his work, check out his website www.solutionsmindset.com or get one of his books:    How Not To Be A Leadership D*ckhead - https://amzn.eu/d/1eMltgs  Educating Football - https://amzn.eu/d/5npmGPY    You can now watch FC Bullard! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@FCBullard         Keep your suggestions coming for tracks. Get in touch on the socials by searching for ‘FC Bullard' or email us on fcbullard@crowdnetwork.co.uk         Up The Pirates! Music courtesy of BMG Production Music.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Caitlin Tipping is playing Jane Seymour in the West End production of Six. This is Caitlin's third run in Six; back in 2019 she played Jane in the original Bliss cruise production and in 2021 she reprised her performance in the musical's UK tour. Caitlin played Cathy in The Last Five Years at the 2018 Edinburgh Fringe Festival and toured Europe in The Best of Musical Starnights. She recently completed a two year run in the West End production of Frozen as part of the ensemble whilst covering both Elsa and Queen Iduna. Recorded in Caitlin's dressing room, in this episode Caitlin discusses her royal return to Six, how her performance as Jane has blossomed over the years and what it has been like to witness the show's insane journey. Caitlin also talks about her path into theatre, all-things Frozen and lots more. Six runs at the Vaudeville Theatre. Visit www.sixthemusical.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.  

GET YOUR TICKETS FOR FC BULLARD LIVE! https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/fc-bullard        Looking for ideas for your teams end of year do? Get involved and come and see Jimmy & Fenners - plus special guests - live on stage at The Vaudeville Theatre in London on Monday 16th December.        --      He's looking good, he's looking sharp, he's come so far... it's Tom Grennan!      Jimmy & Fenners are joined by international megastar and Coventry City superfan to chat about football boots, what really goes on at Soccer Aid and how his “athlete mindset” is helping his songwriting process.      Tom also gives some words of advice for the upcoming FC Bullard Live show AND reviews OUR NEW HOME SHIRT! Exciting stuff!      The FC Bullard club shop is now open! Have a look here: crowdnetwork.store/collections/fc-bullard      Make sure you check out Tom's latest single ‘Higher'. Absolute tune. And to any FCB fans in the US, make sure you check him out in New York and LA in November.      (We recorded this interview before Sky Blues manager Mark Robins was sacked.)      --      You can now watch FC Bullard! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@FCBullard         Get involved and follow us on the socials by searching for ‘FC Bullard' or email us on fcbullard@crowdnetwork.co.uk         And thanks to the good folk at BrewDog we've wangled an exclusive offer to fans of the show. Go to www.brewdog.com/fc-bullard to get 20 cans of Lost Lager for the BARGAIN price of £20. Cheers!        Up The Pirates!          Music courtesy of BMG Production Music.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

GET YOUR TICKETS FOR FC BULLARD LIVE! https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/fc-bullard    Get involved and come and see Jimmy & Fenners - plus special guests - live on stage at The Vaudeville Theatre in London on Monday 16th December.       Send us a DM of your ticket confirmation and we'll send you a special deal courtesy of BrewDog. Cheers!        --      Jimmy & Fenners are back and are in full party planning mode ahead of FC Bullard Live.      We brainstorm ideas for the night, get excited about the opening of our club shop next week and Jimmy reveals the secret codenames footballers use when calling for the ball.      You can now watch FC Bullard! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@FCBullard        Get involved and follow us on the socials by searching for ‘FC Bullard' or email us on fcbullard@crowdnetwork.co.uk        Up The Pirates!         Music courtesy of BMG Production Music.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

GET YOUR TICKETS FOR FC BULLARD LIVE! https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/fc-bullard Get involved and come and see Jimmy & Fenners live on stage at The Vaudeville Theatre in London on Monday 16th December. Send us a DM of your ticket confirmation and we'll send you a special deal courtesy of BrewDog. Cheers! -- This week on FC Bullard, Jimmy & Fenners are joined by Swindon, Pompey and Peterhead midfielder Si Ferry for what is – without doubt – our wildest episode yet. An early contender for the FC Bullard Hall of Fame, Si has stories for days. Strap in for some unreal tales about what life as a pro footballer is really like featuring Paolo Di Canio, Thomas Graveson and many more. You can now watch FC Bullard! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@FCBullard Get involved and follow us on the socials by searching for ‘FC Bullard' or email us on fcbullard@crowdnetwork.co.uk If you want more of Si, find Open Goal wherever you get your pods and on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OpenGoal Up The Pirates!  Music courtesy of BMG Production Music.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

GET YOUR TICKETS FOR FC BULLARD LIVE! On sale at 10am on Tuesday 22 October!      Click the link to get tickets here: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/fc-bullard      Get involved and come and see Jimmy & Fenners live on stage at The Vaudeville Theatre in London on Monday 16th December.     --     In today's bumper episode, Jimmy & Fenners have nicked Steve Sidwell from Crouchy's pod to discuss what makes the ultimate night out for footballers.     As well as trying to secure the role of social secretary at FC Bullard, Sidders goes into detail about coming through the ranks at Arsenal and what it was like dealing with World Cup winners like Patrick Vieira on the training pitch, learning from the likes of Lampard and Drogba at Chelsea and that time Fenners ruined his brand new car.     Like what you hear but wish you could watch us? You can! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@FCBullard       Get involved and follow us on the socials by searching for ‘FC Bullard' or email us on fcbullard@crowdnetwork.co.uk        Up The Pirates!         Music courtesy of BMG Production Music.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kayleigh McKnight (Six / Hugh Jackman's Arena Tour) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Kayleigh discuss Next To Normal (Wyndham's Theatre) as well as the latest theatre news about The Producers at the Menier Chocolate Factory, Ragtime at New York City Center, Ghost The Musical's tour casting and lots more. Some of Kayleigh's theatre credits include Bend It Like Beckam, Les Misérables, Jesus Christ Superstar, Tina, Heathers, Lift and Mandela. She most recently starred as Jane Seymour in the West End production of Six The Musical at the Vaudeville Theatre. In 2019, Kayleigh was a vocalist in Hugh Jackman's world arena tour The Man The Music The Show. Kayleigh is also an accomplished singer/songwriter and releases music as "KAELI". This is her third time co-hosting The West End Frame Show, having previously featured in January 2020 and July 2021. Follow Kayleigh on Instagram: @ohhkaeli Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.   Creative RiskArtists and creatives, GET RISKY! Candid convos, expert interviews & actionable advice.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

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: Heathers The Musical - Friday 21 June, 5pm, @sohoplace, London. English - Thursday 27 June, 7.30pm, touch tour 6pm, Kiln Theatre, London. Six The Musical - Wednesday 26 June, 6pm, New Theatre, Oxford. Thursday 4 July, 8pm, Sunderland Empire. Sunday 7 July, 3pm, Vaudeville Theatre, London Sister Act - Wednesday 3 July, 2.30pm, touch tour 1.15pm, Grimsby Auditorium. Monday 8 July, 7.30pm, touch tour 6.30pm, Dominion Theatre, London. People, Places & Things - Saturday 13 July 2.30pm, touch tour 12.30pm and on Thursday  25 July, 7.30pm, touch tour 5.30pm, Trafalgar Theatre, 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)

Jack is a musical theatre composer, lyricist and writer. His current projects include 42 Balloons (Book, Music and Lyrics, Staged Concert at the Vaudeville Theatre in November 2022, Produced by Global Musicals and Alchemation), This Is A Love Story (Music and Lyrics, Commissioned by Vicky Graham Productions, Selected for BEAM2021, Workshop at Birmingham Hippodrome in January 2024), and Babies (Music and Lyrics, Winner of the BYMT New Music Theatre Award 2021, Staged Concert at the Lyric Theatre in November 2023, Produced by Crossroads Live). He studied Theology at Durham University and Musical Theatre at Goldsmiths University. 42 Balloons On the 2nd of July 1982. Using a lawn chair and approximately 42 helium-filled weather balloons, truck driver Larry Walters defied all the odds (and FAA airspace regulations!) to make his lifelong dream a reality and fly sixteen thousand feet above Los Angeles. No, seriously. In a chair. 42 BALLOONS is an uplifting musical inspired by the highly improbable true story of how Larry, and his partner Carol Van Deusen, convinced their friends and family to help Larry achieve his dream of flying. Featuring an irresistible, 80s-style pop score, 42 BALLOONS questions how far you would go to make your dreams come true. Is the sky actually the limit, and what happens if it doesn't all go to plan?

Whilst taking a hiatus from her run as Anne Boleyn in Six, Laura Dawn Pyatt is currently part of the ensemble of 42 Balloons by Jack Godfrey.Laura first joined the cast of 42 Balloons when the musical had a concert run in the West End at the Vaudeville Theatre. The show is now receiving its fully staged premiere at The Lowry in Salford and Laura is reprising her performance for this new iteration of its journey. 42 Balloons is inspired by the highly improbable true story of how Larry, and his partner Carol Van Deusen, convinced their friends and family to help Larry achieve his dream of flying. Featuring an 80s pop-inspired score, 42 Balloons questions how far you would go to make your dreams come true; is the sky actually the limit, and what happens if it doesn't all go to plan?Laura joined Six The Musical's UK & International tour cast in April 2023, starring as Anne Boleyn. She has taken a break from the show to do 42 Balloons and is set to return to the company to finish off her run later in the year. Some of Laura's other theatre credits include performing with Bat Out Of Hell at the Big Night of Musicals (AO Arena Manchester), playing Claire in Ordinary Days directed by Julie Atherton (Cockpit Theatre), Dick Whittington and Jack & The Beanstalk (Royal & Derngate) and Eliza in Brass (Bernie Grant Arts Centre). Laura has worked as a choreographer, performed in concerts, appeared on screen and been part of many other projects. Recorded during a break from rehearsals, in this episode Laura discusses what it's like to be back in 42 Balloons, conquering her confidence with Six, navigating her career after leaving drama school without an agent and lots more. 42 Balloons runs at The Lowry in Salford 18th April - 19th May 2024. Visit www.42balloons.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.  46s Film Making 46s: Filmmakers talk origins, challenges, budgets, and profits.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

In this episode, I chat with the queens of Six The Musical; Nikki Bentley, Reca Oakley, Naomi Alade & Meg Dixon-Brasil. I sit down them in their dressing room at the Vaudeville Theatre to learn their journeys, their advice and their insight in to the world of Musical Theatre. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nikki Bentley is back In The Frame to discuss her new role as Catherine of Aragon in Six! Nikki joined the West End production of Six back in October at the Vaudeville Theatre as part of the brand-new London cast. Nikki's theatre credits include: understudy Molly in Ghost The Musical I (Asia Tour), Gingy/Sugar Plum Fairy & understudy Princess Fiona in Shrek The Musical (UK Tour), understudy The Lady of the Lake in Spamalot (West End) and swing in Mamma Mia! (West End). Nikki was Standby Elphaba in the 2017-18 UK & Ireland tour of Wicked. In 2019 she took over from Alice Fearn as Elphaba in the musical's West End production at the Apollo Victoria Theatre. Most recently Nikki played Pat in Kinky Boots (Theatre Royal Drury Lane) and has become renowned for her concert work. Recorded backstage at the Vaudeville, in this episode Nikki discusses why she never thought she would be in Six, finding her version of 'No Way' and lots more. Six is booking at the Vaudeville Theatre until 3rd November 2024.  Visit www.sixthemusical.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.  

Dionne Ward-Anderson is starring as Anna Of Cleves in the West End production of Six The Musical at the Vaudeville Theatre. Dionne is coming to the end of her reign and will wrap up her two year run next month. Six marks Dionne's West End debut. Before the pandemic, Dionne was cast in the UK & Ireland tour of Footloose but never performed the show due to Covid-19 delays. Next up Dionne will join the West End production of The Book of Mormon as first cover Nabulungi. This episode was recorded backstage at the Vaudeville Theatre in Dionne's dressing room. She discusses her journey with Six as well as her path into theatre and lots more along the way!Dionne appears in Six until Sunday 15th October. Six is booking at the Vaudeville Theatre until November 2024 whilst continuing to tour the UK & Ireland. Visit www.sixthemusical.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.  

Natalie takes you on a captivating journey in an intimate interview with two of the dazzling Queens from the musical SIX. It's time to set aside what you thought you knew about the six Wives of Henry VIII and immerse yourself in this enchanting encounter. Natalie sits down with the remarkable Leah Vassell and Rachel Rawlinson, who shine as Queens in the hit musical.Prepare to be utterly amazed as Natalie delves deep into the captivating world where history assumes a whole new vivaciousness. The musical provides a fresh perspective on each of Henry's Queens, affording them the opportunity to reshape their narratives, turning back the clock and reclaiming their crowns. With a blend of sass, strength, and unforgettable tunes, the current West End company - including Rhianne-Louise McCaulsky (Aragon), Baylie Carson(Boleyn), Claudia Kariuki (Seymour), Dionne Ward-Anderson (Cleves), Koko Basigara (Howard), and Roxanne Couch(Parr) - steps into the limelight, amplified by the powerful on-stage band - the Ladies in Waiting. Together, they reinvigorate history with tales of love, loss, and the notorious ex they all share.Moreover, SIX, the brainchild of the ingenious Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, transcends being merely a musical – it's a sensational voyage through the lives of these historical luminaries. Boasting more than 35 international awards, including two 2022 Tony Awards, SIX has cast its enchantment globally, spanning the realms of the West End, Broadway, and beyond. The musical's reign in the West End continues until April 28, long may their reign continue.Trace the origins of SIX, from its initial appearance at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2018 to its triumphant West End transition in 2019, culminating in its current residency at the Vaudeville Theatre since November 2021. Directed by Lucy Moss and Jamie Armitage, SIX stands as a theatrical masterpiece, with vibrant choreography by Carrie-Anne Ingrouilleand a spellbinding set design by Emma Bailey. Gabriella Slade's ingenious costume design, Tim Deiling's immersive lighting, Paul Gatehouse's evocative sound, and Tom Curran's musical orchestration contribute to the symphony of excellence. Joe Beighton's musical supervision rounds out the remarkable creative team. Furthermore, the current West End Queens are supported by their accomplished alternates: Monique Ashe-Palmer, Danielle Rose, Leah Vassell, Rachel Rawlinson, and Esme Rothero.From tales of love to stories of loss, and the infamous ex that ties them together, these Queens spill their tales in an engaging interview. As they belt out their stories, audiences are in for a Tudor treat unlike any other, complete with fierce performances and a fresh spin on British Her-story. SIX continues to reign supreme on the West End, Broadway, and beyond and has solidified its status as a theatrical phenomenon.Join Natalie as she unveils the magic and creativity that breathe life into these iconic Queens in this exclusive podcast episode. Step behind the scenes and into the hearts of the Queens who are rewriting history in the most entertaining and empowering manner.

Hello, Hello!    In this special edition of Indie Talk, we miss Bonsai Nick but bring on two fantastic guest hosts. Director and Producer Maggie Contreras (https://instagram.com/maggiecontreras) and Actress and  Producer Charity Wakefield (https://instagram.com/charitywakefield). Both worked on the incredible documentary Maestra, Executive Produced by David Letterman's Production company, Worldwide Pants. We talk about:     Pros and cons of filming in Cuba Why Producers are elite problem solvers How they got access to the musicians featured in their film Maestra  What steps are required to produce in France effectively  The tricks to getting the most out of a cast and crew The need for a Documentary Filmmaker union Producer Papa Bear once again stumps and educates us with an all-new Things We Should Know and much more...   Enjoy!   The MAKE IT podcast is brought to you by the Voice of the Filmmaker program, which is sponsored by Women in Film and Television, Nashville (a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization).   If you like what we're doing, please donate here: https://www.bonsai.film/donate.   How you can continue to enjoy MAKE IT content:   Subscribe to the MAKE IT YouTube channel. Subscribe to the MAKE IT Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our newsletter at https://www.bonsai.film/subscribe.   The MAKE IT podcast amplifies the voice of the filmmaker by exploring the filmmaking journeys of actors, writers, directors, producers, and a host of other creatives from across the film industry. We provide a platform for filmmakers to provide advice, lessons learned, personal reflections, and insights through our Filmmaker Conversations, Mistakes in the Making, Industry Insights, Indie Talks, and Film Investment Series. We are the go-to film podcast for independent creatives!   More on Charity Wakefield   Instagram - @charitywakefield Twitter - @charitywakefld   CHARITY WAKEFIELD's resumé boasts a colorful spectrum of critically and commercially acclaimed work that illustrates her fantastic talent.   Charity stars in Hulu Original drama series THE GREAT, starring Elle Fanning and Nicholas Hoult. Written and executive produced by Tony McNamara (The Favourite) and directed by Matt Shakman (Game of Thrones, Succession), the series charts the rise to power of Catherine the Great and her explosive relationship with her husband, Peter, the emperor of Russia. The series has been nominated for Golden Globe, SAG, Emmy, MTV, and BAFTA Awards.   Since playing the romantic ‘Marianne Dashwood' in the BBC mini-series of Jane Austen's celebrated SENSE AND SENSIBILITY, she has appeared in some of our most noteworthy productions, including the critically acclaimed Channel 4 drama ANY HUMAN HEART, the Golden Globe and BAFTA-winning and Emmy-nominated WOLF HALL, THE HALCYON (ITV), Ron Howard's Emmy nominated GENIUS (Nat Geo);  CLOSE TO THE ENEMYdirected by Stephen Poliakoff for BBC2, the global phenomenon DOCTOR WHO; playing opposite Jack Whitehall in Sky One's BOUNTY HUNTERS, an ‘action-comedy-drama' also starring Oscar nominee Rosie Perez. International projects include working alongside Jennifer Lawrence and Bradley Cooper in the Susanne Bier-directed SERENA, crime thriller THE PLAYER for NBC with Wesley Snipes, and supernatural drama MOCKINGBIRD LANE also for NBC.   Charity made history as the first woman to play Shakespeare at The Globe Theatre, London, in  Nicole Charles's ‘exhilarating' all-female production of EMILIA, which had a West End transfer to the Vaudeville Theatre. Additional theatre credits include a ‘beautifully executed' (LA Times) THE CHERRY ORCHARD at the Olivier Theatre at the National Theatre, SEMINA, THE BLACKEST BLACK and NO NAUGHTY BITS all at the Hampstead Theatre; CANDIDA at the Theatre Royal Bath and THE RIVALS with Celia Imrie at the Southwark Playhouse.   As a producer, Charity's credits include the female-led, jet-black comedy A SERIAL KILLER'S GUIDE TO LIFE, which was long-listed for the Breakthrough Producer award at the 2019 British Independent Film Awards and can be viewed on all VoD sites (Apple TV, Itunes, Amazon, BT, Virgin, etc). Additional producing credits include short films WRAPS, which is now being made into a feature, and MEMENTO VITAE.     More on Maggie Contreras   Instagram is @MaggieContreras @MaestraMovie www.MaggieContreras.com   Maestra is a new feature documentary following five internationally-based women as they prepare for and perform in ‘La Maestra'—the only competition in the world for female orchestra conductors. Personal stories of survival, passion, and perseverance are woven together with the drama and excitement of this one-of-a-kind event created to break yet another glass ceiling for women. Maggie Contreras' directorial debut had its world premiere in competition at the 2023 Tribeca Festival, where it won an audience award.   Previously, she was the producer behind documentary films tackling a wide range of topics, from comics to solar energy. Jonathan Scott's Power Trip (PBS Independent Lens ‘20) is the titular HGTV celebrity and activist's journey across the USA to examine the antiquated utility monopoly system and how solar holds the key to energy freedom. In 2017, Gilbert also premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and was distributed by Gravitas Ventures with exclusive SVOD on Hulu. Her work has been seen on AMC, NFL, and Quibi.   Whether it's working with brands or in the field on her next film, Maggie is fueled by the power of true stories.

Bryony Duncan (understudy Éponine in Les Misérables) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Bryony discuss We Will Rock You (London Coliseum) and Tarantino Live (Riverside Studios) as well as the latest news about Pretty Woman, Back To The Future, Maimuna Memon's Manic Street Creature and lots more.  Having trained at Mechanic Performing Arts, Bryony went on to play Geraldine in Doctor TV & The Zombies at the Leeds Playhouse before setting sail as a lead vocalist for TUI Cruise Line. She then joined the original Bliss cast of Six The Musical for Norwegian Cruise Line. Bryony was originally a swing for Boleyn, Seymour and Howard but took over as Katherine Howard during the contract. After the lockdowns, Bryony returned to Six as a Universal Swing for the West End and UK touring productions. She stayed with the West End company as a Super Swing when Six transferred to the Vaudeville Theatre. Bryony is currently in the West End production of Les Misérables at the Sondheim Theatre as an ensemble member and the first cover for Éponine. Follow Bryony on Instagram: @bryonyduncan Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.   

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.  

Olivier nominee Maiya Quansah-Breed is starring as Philoclea in the UK premiere of Head Over Heels at the Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester. Described as a "hilarious, exuberant celebration of love" and featuring songs by The Go-Gos, Head Over Heels follows the escapades of a royal family on an outrageous journey to save their beloved kingdom from extinction—only to discover the key to their realm's survival lies within each of their own hearts.Maiya originated the role of Catherine Parr in Six The Musical. She starred in the show's first UK tour, which included a run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, before opening the West End production at the Arts Theatre. Alongside the original line-up of queens, Maiya was nominated for the 2019 Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical. Last year Maiya reunited with the original cast of Six for three special performances at Hampton Court Palace, before filming a live capture of the musical at the Vaudeville Theatre. She and the original queens have formed the girl group SVN. Maiya's other theatre credits include Mimi in Rent (Hope Mill Theatre), I Could Use A Drink In Conert (Garrick Theatre),  Laura in The Distance You Have Come (Apollo Theatre) and Martha in The Secret Garden In Concert (London Palladium).Head Over Heels runs at the Hope Mill Theatre until 4th March 2023. Visit www.hopemilltheatre.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.  

Danielle Steers is  one of three performers playing the role of Cher in the UK premiere of The Cher Show which is touring the UK and Ireland. Danielle plays Lady, alongside Millie O'Connell as Babe and Debbie Kurup as Star. Directed by Arlene Phillips with choreography by Oti Mabuse, this is an all-new production of the show featuring costume design by Gabriella Slade who recently won a Tony Award for Six The Musical.Danielle's theatre credits include: The Empress in Aladdin (Theatre Royal, Plymouth), Carmen in Sweet Charity (Donmar Warehouse), Shirelle in the original London cast of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Aldwych Theatre), swing and cover Nicki Marron in The Bodyguard (Adelphi Theatre), cover Killer Queen in We Will Rock You (International Arena Tour), Dynamite in Hairspray (Aberystwyth Arts Centre), Judge and cover Pilar in Legally Blonde (Savoy Theatre) and Divine in Respect La Diva (Garrick Theatre).Danielle originated the role of Zahara in Bat out of Hell, playing the role in Manchester and during its West End runs at the ENO and Dominion Theatre. Danielle reprised her performance internationally when Bat out of Hell transferred to the Mirvish Theatre in Toronto and New York City Centre. Danielle was the first West End replacement for Catherine Parr in Six The Musical at the Arts Theatre, Lyric Theatre and Vaudeville Theatre. She released her debut album The Future Ain't What It Used To Be in 2021. Follow Danielle on Instagram: @misssteersThe Cher Show is touring until March 2023. Visit www.cheronstage.com for info, tour dates 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.  

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.  

Having recently completed her run as Elle Woods in Lucy Moss' revival of Legally Blonde at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, Courtney Bowman is about to star as Lauren in Kinky Boots In Concert at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Returning to the West End for the first time since 2019, Kinky Boots In Concert also stars Cedric Neal as Lola and Joel Harper-Jackson as Charlie with the London Musical Theatre Orchestra. Courtney won the tenth annual Stephen Sondheim Society Student Performer of the Year competition in 2016. Her theatre credits include The Wind in the Willows (UK Tour), Martha in Blondel (Union Theatre) and Fatimah/cover Pritti in Everybody's Talking About Jamie (Apollo Theatre). She starred as Anne Boleyn in the West End production of Six, taking the show from the Arts Theatre to the Lyric Theatre before opening the show at its current home, the Vaudeville Theatre. Kinky Boots In Concert is staged at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on 8th and 9th August 2022. 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.  

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. 

Stubborn Brothers Brewery is located in a beautiful, historic Vaudeville Theatre in Shawano, WI. Aaron shares the story of how the brewery came to become a reality after a seven year idea between he and his brother Erik. Aaron entertains and educates us through a flight of beer while discussing everything from GABF awards to hand selecting a cow for burgers and every where in between. Follow Stubborn Brothers Brewer: Facebook: /stubbornbrothersbeerInstagram: @stubbornbeerTwitter: @stubbornbrosWebsite: stubbornbros.comFollow Pour Another Round:Facebook: /PourAnothrRoundInstagram: @PourAnothrRoundTwitter: @PourAnothrRound

Dan Paterson a television producer and writer and the creator and producer of Mock the Week and the UK & US versions of Who's Line Is It Anyway?. As a producer he produced the shows Clive Anderson Talks Back, Clive Anderson All Talk, Never Mind the Horrocks, The Peter Principle, Room 101 and Kelsey Grammer's American Sketch Show. His play The Duck House, staring Ben Miller, was nonimated for an Olivier Award, toured the county and then transferred to the West End's Vaudeville Theatre. Dan Paterson is guest 173 on My Time Capsule and he chats to Michael Fenton Stevens about the five things he'd like to put in a time capsule; four he'd like to preserve and one he'd like to bury and never have to think about again .Follow Dan Paterson on Twitter: @1DanPatterson .Follow My Time Capsule on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook: @MyTCpod .Follow Michael Fenton Stevens on Twitter: @fentonstevens and Instagram @mikefentonstevens .Produced and edited by John Fenton-Stevens for Cast Off Productions .Music by Pass The Peas Music .Artwork by Matthew Boxall .This podcast is proud to be associated with the charity Viva! Providing theatrical opportunities for hundreds of young people. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bryony Duncan (Super Swing in Six) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Bryony discuss Beautiful (Curve/UK Tour), Jersey Boys (UK Tour), The Addams Family (UK Tour) and Mimma (Cadogan Hall) as well as the latest news about Joel Harper-Jackson, Crazy For You, Rob Madge, Cabaret and lots more!Having trained at Mechanic Performing Arts, Bryony went on to play Geraldine in Doctor TV & The Zombies at the Leeds Playhouse before setting sail as a lead vocalist for TUI Cruise Line. She then joined the original Bliss cast of Six The Musical for Norwegian Cruise Line. Bryony was originally a swing for Boleyn, Seymour and Howard but took over as Katherine Howard during the contract. After the lockdowns, Bryony returned to Six as a Universal Swing for West End and tour, regularly performing with both productions. She stayed with the West End company as a Super Swing when Six transferred to the Vaudeville Theatre and completed her run in November last year.  Follow Bryony on Instagram: @bryonyduncanHosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. 

Thomas Inge (Singin' in the Rain / Cats) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Thomas discuss Matilda's 10th Anniversary performance (Cambridge Theatre), Choir of Man's West End transfer (Arts Theatre) and Six's cast change performance (Vaudeville Theatre) as well as the latest news about West End covid procedures, the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre's 90th anniversary season and lots more! Thomas' theatre credits include Top Hat (UK & Japan Tours), Thoroughly Modern Millie (Landor Theatre), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Theatre Royal Drury Lane) and Saturday Night Fever (UK & International Tours). Thomas has extensive history with Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cats, having toured with the show internationally on and off since 2017. He starred as Macavity and Admetus whilst understudying Munkustrap. Additionally, Thomas has worked extensively as a dancer. He appeared in the Rocketman film and ITV's All Star Musicals. Thomas recently appeared in Singin' in the Rain at Sadler's Wells and will return to the production in 2022 for its UK and International Tour.  Follow Thomas on Instagram/Twitter: @thomasinge_ Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  

In this episode, I chat with Diane Samuels, the British playwright behind the hugely successful, Kindertransport. Diane's beautifully confronting play won the Verity Bargate Award in 1992 and Meyer-Whitworth Award in 1993 - enjoying a West End run at the Vaudeville Theatre in 1996 and an Off-Broadway production by Manhattan Theatre Club. We talk about Diane's playful approach to playwriting, her unique Writing & Meditation workshops; plus, a writing adventure that inspired a new creative direction.Words of WisdomDiane Samuels... on being more of a cottage writer than an industrialist: "I want a writing life - the career is only part of that. It's not the point, it's an expression of it. If all you're concerned about is high-output and produce, you're gonna start making tasteless tomatoes!"Conversation Highlights & Links[04:22] Remaining productive and inspired during lockdown[06:38] Daily practices in form[09:12] Diane's writing space and daily routine, rituals and process[20:15] Proprioceptive Writing (Writing the Mind Alive)[24:47] A chance writing adventure[34:36] Diane's Writing & Meditation workshops[38:55] Currently reading > Hamnet & A Swim in a Pond in the RainConnect with DianeVisit Diane's websiteConnect on Instagram @dianeesamuelsConnect on Twitter @WritingBrightDiane's published plays and booksConnect with PaulBuy the book, The Writer's ToolkitVisit Paul's websiteConnect on Instagram @PaulKalburgiConnect on Twitter @PaulKalburgiNext time...I talk to screenwriter and author Mark Sanderson. Be sure to follow or subscribe and we'll let you know when the next episode is published.Support the show!This podcast is fuelled by coffee. If you'd like to support the show, please send some writing juice via the link below.Buy me a coffeeMake a donationWant to advertise or sponsor the show?Click here to get in touchSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-writers-toolkit/donations

Rodney Vubya (West End cast of Cinderella) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Rodney discuss Wicked's 15th Anniversary (Apollo Victoria Theatre), Witness for the Prosecution (County Hall) & Six's reopening (Vaudeville Theatre) as well as the latest news about The Wiz, Gypsy, The Prince of Egypt and lots more!Prior to the pandemic, Rodney was on tour playing Dick McGann in Street Scene for Opera North. His credits also include: Evita (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), Tina (Aldwych Theatre), understudy General in The Book of Mormon (Prince of Wales Theatre), Prince Richard in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (Hoxton Hall) and Branom/Marty in A Clockwork Orange (Norway tour).Rodney is currently appearing in the world premiere production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical Cinderella at the Gillian Lynne Theatre. He's understudying the role of Prince Charming, and recently made his debut in the role.Cinderella is currently booking at the Gillian Lynne Theatre until Sunday 29th May 2022. Follow Rodney on Instagram: @rodneyvubyaHosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.