The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat Podcast

Your weekly stagey catchup! Join West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, and industry co-hosts for a round-up of the latest theatre news and reviews. Special guests include West End performers, producers, journalists, creatives and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

It's time for another catchup episode!West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins and theatre journalist Lisa Martland (Founding Editor of Musical Theatre Review) discuss Death Note (Barbican Theatre), Jesus Christ Superstar (London Palladium) starring Billy Nevers as Judas and Layton Williams as King Herod, Lucy Moss: some songs I wrote (Shedinburgh) and The Car Man (Sadler's Wells). A brand new series of The West End Frame Show kicks off later this month!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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

We're back for a catchup episode!West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, reunites with theatre journalist Lisa Martland (Musical Theatre Review) for a summer catchup.They delve into the announcement that Ariana Grande has withdrawn from Sunday in the Park with George (Barbican Theatre), and discuss her live duet with Cynthia Erivo during her London concerts as well as her special interview with Broadway's Jessica Vosk for her web series Vosk In The City.Later in the episode Andrew and Lisa discuss the London revival of Cats (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre) and I'm Every Woman: The Chaka Khan Musical starring Alexandra Burke (Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre). Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, London Theatre, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.Stay tuned for a second catchup episode coming your way soon!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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

It's the final episode of the series - Gregory George (host of Stage or Screen) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Gregory joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Midnight at the Never Get starring Ben Platt (Menier Chocolate Factory) as well as the latest news about Burlesque, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Summer Strallen, the Wicked movies and more.Gregory toured the UK as Bob Gaudio in The Jerseys and appeared in Jerry Springer The Opera at the Hope Mill Theatre. Alongside pantos, concerts and workshops, Gregory has also performed at sea, and recently returned from a contract with Viking Cruises.Gregory is also a presenter and host of the podcast Stage Or Screen where in each episode he’s joined by a guest to take a deep dive into a different movie musical.Follow Gregory on Instagram @gregorygeorgeuk and check out Stage Or Screen www.linktr.ee/stageorscreenThis podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! We're off for our summer break, and will be back in the Autumn with a new series. Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins hosts a solo episode of The West End Frame Show!Andrew discusses Fun Home (Royal Exchange Manchester), Something Rotten (Manchester Opera House), Heathers (Marble Arch Theatre) and Jesus Christ Superstar (London Palladium) as well as the latest news about Six on Broadway, Sylvia, Jackie Burns, Matilda and more. 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Charlotte Anne Steen (Wicked / Bat Out Of Hell) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Charlotte joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss A Midsummer Night's Dream (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), Raising Gays (Garrick Theatre) and Redcliffe (Southwark Playhouse) as well as the latest news about Sierra Boggess returning to The Phantom of the Opera, Leslie Odom Jr making his West End debut in Hamilton, The Duke of York's Theatre's new name, and lots more. Most recently, Charlotte was a swing in the West End production of Wicked (Apollo Victoria Theatre). She also understudied Elphaba and played the role many times. Charlotte's theatre credits include Greatest Days (UK Tour), The Rocky Horror Show (European Tour), I Wish My Life Were Like a Musical (Edinburgh Festival Fringe & Digital Production), Bat Out of Hell (Dominion Theatre), 42nd Street (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Kiss Me, Kate (Théâtre du Châtelet), Rock of Ages (UK Tour), We Will Rock You (10th Anniversary World Arena Tour) and Legally Blonde (Kilworth House Theatre).Follow Charlotte on Instagram and TikTok: @charlotte.anne.steenThis 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Recorded live at Southwark Playhouse Borough, West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins sits down with Jordan Luke Gage and director Paul Foster to discuss Redcliffe.The conversation was recorded as part of a series of post-show Q&As held throughout the musical's sold-out run. Jordan, who wrote the show as well as starring in it, and Paul reflect on the journey of bringing Redcliffe to the stage, how the production has evolved, the response to this run and the process of creating its characters. They also answer audience questions, including whether a cast album could be on the horizon..!Redcliffe runs at Southwark Playhouse Borough until Saturday 4th July.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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, hosts a solo Show Talk episode of The West End Frame Show!Andrew discusses Sinatra The Musical (Aldwych Theatre) and Pride The Musical (Dorfman Theatre, National Theatre). 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Bree Smith (Tina / Come From Away) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Bree joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Hot Mess (The Other Palace) as well as the latest news about Warriors, Billy Elliot, Burlesque, The Sound of Music, The Black British Theatre Awards and more. Most recently, Bree was in the UK and Ireland tour of Tina: The Tina Turner Musical as the alternate Tina Turner.Bree's early theatre credits include Wonderland, The Book of Mormon, West Side Story and Evita. She went on to play Aunt Em and Glinda in The Wiz (Hope Mill Theatre), Marmie in Coming to England (Birmingham Rep), Shug Avery in The Color Purple (UK Tour), Alice in Titanic The Musical (UK Tour) and Hannah & others in Come From Away (UK Tour). Follow Bree on Instagram: @gabbybreesmithThis 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Jade Johnson (Redcliffe) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Jade joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Kinky Boots starring Tosh Wanogho-Maud as Lola (London Coliseum), The Harder They Come (Stratford East) and The Dark of the Moon (Charing Cross Theatre) as well as the latest news about Heathers casting, The Traitors stage show, Shanay Holmes' album, One Day The Musical and lots more.Jade Johnson is currently playing the Landlady in Redcliffe. Written by Jordan Luke Gage, the show is premiering at the Southwark Playhouse Borough. Jade recently played Brog and others in Babyface: The Fierce Wrestling Musical. Her theatre credits include Rosa in Cable Street (Southwark Playhouse), Jass in Help! We Are Still Alive (Seven Dials Playhouse), ensemble in The Book of Mormon (UK & International Tour), featured ensemble in The Pirate Queen (London Coliseum), Mel in Club Mex: Immersive Club Musical (Hope Mill Theatre), Charlotte in The Attic, Summer in The Midnight Beast: All Killer (Pleasance Edinburgh) and Tina in Mad On Her: 80's Musical (The Arts Theatre). She's also appeared in many pantomimes, including a run as Fairy Godmother in Cinderella at the Hackney Empire.Redcliffe runs at Southwark Playhouse Borough until 4th July. Visit www.southwarkplayhouse.co.uk for info and tickets. 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Jacob McIntosh (Kinky Boots / Beautiful) and Jemal Felix (Phantom / Frozen) co-host The West End Frame Show!They join Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Joy Woods' London concert (Cadogan Hall), Hamilton (Victoria Palace) and Redcliffe (Southwark Playhouse) as well as the latest news about Lucie Jones returning to Waitress, The Lost Boys transferring to the UK, the Jane Eyre musical and lots more. They also chat about P!ink's opening monologue at the Tony Awards.Jacob's theatre credits include: swing and understudy Lola in Kinky Boots (UK Tour), Seaweed in Hairspray (Crewe Lyceum), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (UK Tour), Barry Belson in Jersey Boys (Trafalgar Theatre) and The Book of Mormon (Prince of Wales Theatre). Jemal's theatre credits include: understudy Kristoff in Frozen (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), understudy Raoul in The Phantom of the Opera (His Majesty's Theatre), understudy Lola in Kinky Boots (Adelphi Theatre), Whistle Down The Wind (Aldwych Theatre) and The Book of Mormon (UK Tour & Prince of Wales Theatre). Jacob and Jemal have come together to launch Diversity in Casting Consultants. They are supporting productions in building thoughtful, inclusive and artistically strong casting processes, working with producers, casting directors and creative teams to support inclusive practice through the audition and creative process.For more info about Diversity in Casting Consultants, visit https://wearedcc.com/ and follow @wearedcc_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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Toby Shellard (Tina / Pretty Woman) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Toby joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) for a debrief of the Tony Awards. They also discuss Beetlejuice (Prince Edward Theatre) and High Society (Barbican Centre) as well as the latest news about Kimberley Akimbo casting, the Hadestown tour, Kevin Clifton's new role and more. Toby went to Arts Ed and made his professional debut as Brad in Hairspray at Kilworth House. His theatre credits also include Jacob in Babies (workshop), Pretty Woman (UK & Ireland Tour) and Jack Trott in Jack and the Beanstalk (Buxton Opera House). Toby recently finished his run as a swing in the UK & Ireland tour of Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, and also performed the show in Zürich. Follow Toby on Instagram: @tobyshellardThis 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Odelia Dizel-Cubuca (Six / The Lion King) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Odelia joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Redcliffe by Jordan Luke Gage (Southwark Playhouse Borough) as well as the latest news about Chess, Oh Mary, Sting's The Last Ship, My Fair Lady and more. Most recently, Odelia was the alternate for Anne Boleyn and Catherine Parr in the West End production of Six The Musical (Vaudeville Theatre). As a child, Odelia made her West End debut as Young Nala in The Lion King (Lyceum Theatre). Odelia's other theatre credits include: Andrea in Once On This Island (Southwark Playhouse, BTA), featured soloist in Magic at the Musicals (Royal Albert Hall), Sebastian in The Little Mermaid (Mountview), Sister Chantelle in Bare (Mountview) and swing in Cursed Child (Palace Theatre). Follow Odelia on Instagram/TikTok: @odelia.dcThis 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, hosts a solo episode of The West End Frame Show.In this special Show Talk episode, Andrew discusses Sherlock Holmes (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind (@SohoPlace), 1536 (Ambassadors Theatre), End of the Rainbow starring Jinkx Monsoon (Soho Theatre Walthamstow) and Megan Hilty's London concert (Theatre Royal Drury Lane).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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

We're back with another Broadway episode!Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame Editor) is back from New York City, and reunited with regular co-host Lisa Martland (Editor of Musical Theatre Review).In this episode, they discuss Chess (Imperial Theatre), Cats: The Jellicle Ball (Broadhurst Theatre), The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee(New World Stages), Wicked (Gershwin Theatre) and Death Becomes Her (Lunt-Fontanne Theatre).Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, London Theatre, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.That's a wrap on our three Broadway episodes for this season! 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

It's time for another Broadway episode!Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame Editor) is live in New York City, with regular co-host Lisa Martland (Editor of Musical Theatre Review) zooming in from the UK.In this episode, they discuss Ragtime (Vivian Beaumont Theater, Lincoln Center) and Just In Time starring Jeremy Jordan (Circle in the Square). Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, London Theatre, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.Stay tuned for more Broadway episodes coming soon!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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

We're crossing the pond for a special Broadway episode!Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame Editor) is live in New York City, with regular co-host Lisa Martland (Editor of Musical Theatre Review) zooming in from the UK.In this episode, they discuss The Lost Boys (Palace Theatre), Schmigadoon! (Nederlander Theatre) and Beaches (Majestic Theatre).Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, London Theatre, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.Stay tuned for more Broadway episodes coming soon!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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Casting director Ben Armstrong co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Ben joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Billy Nevers' album The First 25: Live At Konk Studios and Hercules starring Felipe Bejarano as well as the latest news about Evita's Broadway transfer, High School Musical's London transfer, Rent's West End revival, new Hamilton casting, and lots more.Ben is an Anglo-Sri Lankan Casting Director, specialising in stage and musical theatre. He has solo and assistant casting credits for acclaimed productions in the West End, regional theatres, UK tours and international projects. Most recently, Ben cast the West End concert production of Once On This Island featuring Tony Award winner Alex Newell and is currently casting Rumi: The Musical, written by Nadim Naaman and Dana Al Fardan for the Dubai Opera Festival 2026. One of his highlights as Casting Director includes Happy & Glorious, a short film starring Jane Asher and Nancy Carroll. Alongside his independent projects, Ben works for Ginny Schiller CDG. Recent productions include Sir Trevor Nunn’s Easy Virtue for Cambridge Arts Theatre starring Greta Scacchi and Alice Orr-Ewing, Ralph Fiennes’ As You Like It for Theatre Royal Bath starring Dame Harriet Walter, and John Doyle’s Alfred Hitchcock Presents for Theatre Royal Bath starring Scarlett Strallen, Sally Ann Triplett and Alistair Brammer, as well as The Secret Garden for York Theatre Royal.He is the founder of RepresentAsian, an initiative dedicated to championing Asian performers within the industry and advancing meaningful representation both on and off stage. Through this platform, he also provides scholarships to support young Asian individuals pursuing careers in the arts.The next RepresentAsian concert takes place at the Lyric Theatre on Monday 9th November 2026. Visit www.nimaxtheatres.com for info and tickets. Follow Ben on Instagram: @ben_armstrong_4 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Adam Hoskins (musical director for Rachel Zegler & Joy Woods) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Adam joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Please Please Me (Kiln Theatre) and Paddington (Savoy Theatre) as well as the latest news about Anything Goes, John Proctor is the Villain, I'm Every Woman, RepresentAsian and lots more.Adam Hoskins is a conductor and orchestrator, extensively working in theatre and commercial concerts. His recent UK concert credits include Rachel Zegler: Live at The London Palladium (Whatsonstage Award for Best Concert Event), Il Volo (World Tour) (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), West End Women, Nothin’ Like a Dame, Playing Our Part, Main Men of Musicals, and Love at the Musicals at Cadogan Hall, London.As a Music Director and Conductor in London’s West End, his work includes concert presentations for Lambert Jackson of Diana the Musical at Eventim Apollo, London, and Carousel at Royal Festival Hall, London. He has also conducted productions of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Camelot, The Secret Garden, Once, Annie Get Your Gun, Doctor Zhivago, Side Show, Bare, and Songs for a New World, all staged at The London Palladium.Beyond conducting, Hoskins is a orchestrator and arranger, providing orchestrations for Ben Forster at Theatre Royal Haymarket, Lucie Jones at His Majesty’s Theatre, Collabro at Adelphi Theatre and on their UK Tour, Layton & Nikita Live! at Theatre Royal Drury Lane and on tour, Samantha Barks One Night Only at The London Palladium, Oti Mabuse – Viva Carnival on its UK Tour, and Joe McElderry’s Freedom UK Tour. In June 2025 he conducted two sold-out performances of his own symphonic adaptation of Undertale: The Determination Symphony at Eventim Apollo, London, which embarks on a global tour at the end of 2026.His additional UK concert work includes Musicals From The Heart in association with Heartbeat, The Mayflower, and Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra. He has also held orchestral management roles for world-renowned artists such as Lea Salonga, Jason Robert Brown, Bernadette Peters, and Cynthia Erivo. As an orchestrator and arranger, his work has been featured in performances by The Three Phantoms and The Hallé Orchestra at Bridgewater Hall.International credits include Once in Concert in Japan and China, as well as Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. He has worked with Park Lane Live across the UAE and Saudi Arabia, and currently serves as Music Supervisor for Ramin Karimloo’s The Reunion, an international tour that has appeared in Japan (Suntory Hall, Tokyo & Yokohama), China (Beijing, Shanghai & Shenzhen), Italy (Milan & Trieste), in association with the FVG Orchestra, and most recently in Taipei. In late 2025, he made his conducting debut with the Taipei Philharmonic, and performed sold-out engagements in Tokyo with Ramin Karimloo and Samantha Barks in Home, Love, Family.His work also extends to digital and streaming productions, having served as Music Supervisor for First Date on BroadwayHD and Songs for a New World in association with The Other Palace, both produced by Lambert Jackson Productions.Follow Adam on Instagram: @adam_hoskins_musicThis 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins hosts a solo episode of The West End Frame Show!Andrew discusses the London revival of Avenue Q (Shaftesbury Theatre) and One Day (Edinburgh Lyceum) as well as the latest news about Thelma and Louise, Kimberly Akimbo, Christine Baranski, Samantha Barks and more. 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins hosts a solo episode of The West End Frame Show!Andrew debriefs this year's Olivier Awards (Royal Albert Hall) and Lesley Manville's interview about filming during curtain calls. He also discusses the London transfer of I Was A Teenage She Devil (The Other Pale Studio) as well as the latest theatre news about Paddington's extension, Into The Woods' West End transfer, new Cabaret casting and Andrew Lloyd Webber's new musical... plus lots more. 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

David Ouch (Standby in Titanique) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! David joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Waitress starring Carrie Hope Fletcher (New Wimbledon Theatre, UK Tour), Choir Boy (Stratford East) and Here And Now: The Steps Musical (Milton Keynes Theatre, UK Tour) as well as the latest news about the new West End reality show West End Girls, Wicked's 20th anniversary, Hercules casting and lots more. David's Australian theatre credits include: Miss Saigon, Elf, Moulin Rouge, Muriel’s Wedding, The Secret Garden, Anything Goes and Showboat.Last year he was in the Paris production of Titanique before joining the West End company at the Criterion Theatre as a Standby. Follow David on Instagram: @david.ouch 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Andrew and Lisa are back for a special show talk episode!In this episode they discuss Kinky Boots (London Coliseum) starring Johannes Radebe, Matt Cardle and Courtney Bowman as well as the world premiere of The Greatest Showman (Bristol Hippodrome). Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, London Theatre, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Lisa Martland (Founding Editor of Musical Theatre Review) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Lisa joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss The Last 5 Years starring Rachel Zegler & Ben Platt and Ryan & Kayla's concert (Piano Smithfield) as well as the latest theatre news about Cats, Into The Woods, Beetlejuice, Billy Nevers, Jesus Christ Superstar and lots more. Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, London Theatre, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Tom Major (Rodney in Only Fools & Horses) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Tom joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Jamie Muscato's concert (Theatre Royal Drury Lane) as well as the latest news about Love Never Dies, Lea Michele, Ride the Cyclone and more. Tom made his professional debut as Rodney in Only Fools and Horses on tour and at the Eventim Apollo. Over Christmas he played Prince Charming in Cinderella at the Richmond Theatre directed by Gary WilmotTom trained at ArtsEd where he played Rodger in Rent and also sang in the choir for Pippin at Drury Lane and for the Olivier Awards at the Royal Albert Hall.Follow Tom on Instagram: @tommajorr 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Ebony Clarke (I'm Every Woman / Everybody's Talking About Jamie) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Ebony joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Legally Blonde (UK & Ireland Tour, Milton Keynes Theatre) and Into The Woods (Bridge Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Society of London Theatre and UK Theatre's new report, changes to West End Live, The Devil Wears Prada, Dylan Wood starring in Once and lots more. Ebony is a performer, choreographer and associate director. As an associate/resident choreographer and director she has worked on shows including Why Am I So Single? and Everybody’s Talking About Jamie.As a performer she has been in shows like Bacchae and Hex (National Theatre), Why Am I So Single? (Garrick Theatre), And Juliet (Shaftesbury Theatre), Everybody’s Talking About Jamie (Apollo Theatre and Tour), Some Like It Hip Hop (Peacock Theatre) and Thriller Live (Lyric Theatre). As a choreographer, she won the UK Pantomime Award for Best Choreography for Cinderella (Royal and Derngate). Ebony is the choreographer for the brand new musical I’m Every Woman: The Chaka Khan Musical which is about to premiere with runs in London, Coventry and Eastbourne. Visit www.imeverywomanthemusical.com for info and tickets.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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Laura Dawn Pyatt (Six / Starter For Ten) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Laura joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Marie and Rosetta (@SohoPlace) and The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry (Theatre Royal Haymarket) as well as the latest news about the Olivier Awards, WhatsOnStage Awards, Leslie Odom Jr, Joy Woods, Redcliffe, High School Musical and more. Last year Laura was in Starter for Ten (Bristol Old Vic / Birmingham Rep). Her theatre credits also include: 42 Balloons (Lowry Salford & Vaudeville) and Anne Boleyn in Six (UK & International tour). She has also performed in pantomimes, choreographed shows, done workshops, appeared in commercials and lots more.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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Melissa Nettleford (Rocky Horror / Moulin Rouge) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Melissa joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Dear England (UK Tour, New Wimbledon Theatre) as well as the latest news about Catherine Tate being cast in Oh, Mary!, Megan Thee Stallion being cast in Moulin Rouge, Jonathon Groff making his RSC debut and lots more.Melissa recently starred as Magenta in The Rocky Horror Show (European Tour). She was in the original West End cast of Moulin Rouge, originally in the ensemble before becoming a Walking Cover for Latina and the Lady Ms. Her theatre credits also include: Cora Macrae in South Pacific (Chichester Festival Theatre), Ali in Mamma Mia! (Novello Theatre), Dynamite in Hairspray (UK Tour), ensemble in On The Town (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre), ensemble and cover Nala in The Lion King (Lyceum Theatre & Germany), dance captain and cover Columbia & Magenta in The Rocky Horror Show (European Tour), ensemble in We Will Rock You (Zurich/Vienna), ensemble and cover Narrator in Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (UK Tour).Follow Melissa on Instagram: @melissanettleford 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.

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Aoife Haakenson (Six / I Was A Teenage She-Devil) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Aoife joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Titaníque (Criterion Theatre), Woman in Mind starring Sheridan Smith (Duke of York's Theatre), Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula The Sea Witch (The Other Palace) and Oh, Mary! (Trafalgar Theatre).They also delve into the latest theatre news about Jesus Christ Superstar, Operation Mincemeat, Billy Elliot, Choir Boy, Paranormal Activity and more.Aoife made her theatrical debut as Pepper in the 2010 Asia Tour of Annie. She moved to the UK in 2019 to train at Mountview and went on to play Mary Sheldon in The Crucible (National Theatre) before starring as Catherine Parr in the UK and International Tour of Six.Last year Aoife played Mother in Pop Off, Michelangelo! (Underbelly Boulevard, London & Edinburgh Fringe Festival). Over Christmas she played Tink in The All New Adventures of Peter Pan (The Grove Theatre, Dunstable) and, next up, Aoife is leading the cast of I Was A Teenage She-Devil as Nancy at The Other Palace Studio this April. Follow Aoife on Instagram: @aoife_haakensonI Was a Teenage She-Devil runs at The Other Palace Studio 2nd – 26th April. Visit www.theotherpalace.co.uk for info and tickets. 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.

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Join Jacob Fowler (Into The Woods / Heathers) and Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame Editor) for a special Q&A episode of The West End Frame Show!Jacob and Andrew answer your questions, with topics ranging from theatrical idols, the unsung heroes of theatre, favourite regional venues, how you can earn money between jobs, movie to stage adaptations, the logistics of recording West End Frame podcasts... and lots more. A big thank you to everyone who sent in questions! Jacob is the winner of BBC1’s Little Mix: The Search and went on to support Little Mix on their Confetti Arena Tour with his band Since September.Jacob played JD in the London and touring productions of Heathers. His other theatre credits include: Lucas in The Addams Family (UK Tour), Prince Topher in Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella (Hope Mill Theatre), Bobby in Dreamboats and Petticoats (UK Tour), Ben in Before After (Southwark Playhouse), Hunter in Title Of Show (Southwark Playhouse), Mohr in Vanara: The Legend (Hackmey Empire), Hunter in In Pieces (Turbine Theatre) and Kings Of Broadway (Palace Theatre). He is currently a standby for Jack, Rapunzel's Prince and the Steward in Jordan Fein's revival of Into The Woods (Bridge Theatre). He's also the production's dance captain and social media captain.Follow Jacob on Instagram: @thejacobfowlerInto The Woods is booking at the Bridge Theatre until 30th May. Visit www.bridgetheatre.co.uk for info and tickets.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.

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It's time to kick off a new series of The West End Frame Show - join us for your weekly stagey catchup! Jacob Fowler (standby in Into The Woods) is our first co-host of the season.Jacob joins Andrew (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss American Psycho (Almedia Theatre) and Once On This Island In Concert (Theatre Royal Drury Lane) as well as the latest news about Midnight at the Never Get starring Ben Platt, Sinatra The Musical starring Joel Harper-Jackson, Everybody's Talking About Jamie, The Harder They Come and more. Jacob is the winner of BBC1’s Little Mix: The Search and went on to support Little Mix on their Confetti Arena Tour with his band Since September.Jacob played JD in the London and touring productions of Heathers. His other theatre credits include: Lucas in The Addams Family (UK Tour), Prince Topher in Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella (Hope Mill Theatre), Bobby in Dreamboats and Petticoats (UK Tour), Ben in Before After (Southwark Playhouse), Hunter in Title Of Show (Southwark Playhouse), Mohr in Vanara: The Legend (Hackmey Empire), Hunter in In Pieces (Turbine Theatre) and Kings Of Broadway (Palace Theatre). He is currently a standby for Jack, Rapunzel's Prince and the Steward in Jordan Fein's revival of Into The Woods (Bridge Theatre). He's also the production's dance captain and social media captain. Follow Jacob on Instagram: @thejacobfowlerInto The Woods is booking at the Bridge Theatre until 30th May. Visit www.bridgetheatre.co.uk for info and tickets. 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.

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It's time for another catchup episode!Join Andrew Tomlins (Editor of West End Frame) and Lisa Martland (Editor of Musical Theatre Review) for discussion about Cable Street (Marylebone Theatre), Beautiful Little Fool (Southwark Playhouse Borough) and Hamilton (UK Tour, Theatre Royal Glasgow). Andrew and Lisa also talk about The Traitors stage show and Eva Noblezada & Reeve Carney starring together in The Great Gatsby on Broadway. Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, London Theatre, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

The West End Frame Show is back with a catchup episode!Join Andrew Tomlins (Editor of West End Frame) and Lisa Martland (Editor of Musical Theatre Review) for discussion about Paranormal Activity (Ambassadors Theatre), Kenrex (The Other Palace), Ballet Shoes (National Theatre) and Hercules (Theatre Royal Drury Lane). Andrew and Lisa also delve into the announcement that Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey will star in Sunday in the Park with George as well as Wicked: For Good's Oscars snub. Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, London Theatre, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.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.

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It's the final episode of the year! Join theatre and lifestyle blogger Rachel Agyekum and West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, as they round up their top shows of 2025.Thank you for sharing your top shows of the year – we included as many of your contributions as possible in this episode. Rachel founded Rachel Reviewed in 2022 and writes reviews for her website alongside creating reel reviews and other theatre-related content for Instagram and TikTok. She is also a reviewer for WhatsOnStage. Visit the Rachel Reviewed website www.rachelreviewed.com. You can also follow Rachel on Instagram via @rachelreviewed and @rachelagyefron. This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thank you for listening to The West End Frame Show in 2025! We’re taking a little break in the New Year, but will be back in 2026 with lots more stagey catchups. Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Olivier nominee Emmanuel Akwafo (A Midsummer Night's Dream / For Black Boys) joins West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, for our first special end-of-year round-up episode!In this episode Andrew reveals his top five stage performances of 2025. Emmanuel shares his top shows and performance of the year, and they share submissions from West End Frame listeners too. Emmanuel is a producer, writer, director, award-winning actor and presenter. He originated the role of Pitch in For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy by Ryan Calais Cameron, performing the show at the New Diorama Theatre, Royal Court Theatre and Apollo Theatre. He received an Olivier Award nomination, along with his castmates, for Best Actor in a Supporting Role and won a Black British Theatre Award. This year Emmanuel starred as Bottom in A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Bridge Theatre and won a Black British Theatre Award for his performance. His theatre credits also include Narrator in Sappho (Southwark Playhouse), Amiens in As You Like It (Globe Theatre), Mr Martin in The Bald Soprano (Leicester Square Theatre) and Jay in The Spalding Suite (Southbank Centre) as well as several pantomimes at the Lyric Hammersmith.Emmanuel's debut play Limp Wrist and the Iron First recently played a full run at Brixton House. He also directed and produced the show with his production company No Name Creatives. His producing projects have included the Black Print concert at the Phoenix Arts Club in London and Green Room 42 in New York. He also produced the Black Print panel at this year’s MusicalCon, as well as readings of some more of his plays. Follow Emmanuel on Instagram: @eman.akwafoThis podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thank you for listening to The West End Frame Show in 2025 and for sharing your top performances of the year - we included as many of your contributions as possible. We're back soon to round up our top shows of the year. Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Toyan Thomas-Browne (Top Hat / Shucked) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Toyan discuss "Oh, Mary!" (Trafalgar Theatre), Top Hat (Southbank Centre) and SVN Live (Arts Theatre) as well as the latest news about Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey's rumoured production of Sunday in the Park with George, Titanique and Beaches' Broadway transfers, One Day casting and more.Toyan is currently part of the ensemble in Kathleen Marshall’s revival of Top Hat. Following a successful run in Chichester, the production is now in London, playing at the Southbank Centre as part of its UK tour, and will transfer to Paris next year. Toyan also serves as the second cover for the role of Jerry Travers.Earlier this year Toyan finished his run as Marlon Jackson in the original West End cast of MJ The Musical (Prince Edward Theatre). He also appeared in the workshop of Bliss (Lilian Baylis Studio, Sadler’s Wells) and over the summer Toyan covered Peanut in the UK premiere of Shucked (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre).Toyan’s theatre credits also include: Ain’t Too Proud (Prince Edward Theatre), Moulin Rogue (Piccadilly Theatre), Jack & The Beanstalk (Lyric Hammersmith), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (UK tour), first cover Lola in Kinky Boots (UK & Ireland tour), Me and My Girl (Chichester Festival Theatre), Guys & Dolls (Royal Exchange, Manchester), Wonderland (UK tour), The Prince: A New Musical (Arts Theatre), Christmas On Ice (Spirit Productions, USA), We Will Rock You (Royal Caribbean) and The Wizard of Oz (Haymarket Theatre).Follow Toyan on Instagram: @toyantbThis 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.

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Shaun Kitchener (writer of Here And Now) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Shaun discuss Daniel's Husband (Marylebone Theatre), Into The Woods (Bridge Theatre), Singin' in the Rain (Royal Exchange Manchester) and Freaky Friday The Musical (Home Manchester) as well as the latest news about the WhatsOnStage Awards nominations, Once on this Island, plus Mean Girls and Cabaret casting and lots more. Shaun is a playwright, screenwriter, journalist and DJ. His plays have included Positive which ran at the Waterloo East and Park Theatres and All That which ran at the King’s Head and was nominated for multiple Offie Awards including Best Play. For television he is a core writer for Hollyoaks. In addition to further work on stage and screen, Shaun regularly writes about pop culture for Metro and in his newsletter Absolutely! via Substack.Shaun is the book writer of the Steps musical Here And Now which premiered last year at the Birmingham Alexandra and is currently touring the UK & Ireland. He has just become a 2026 WhatsOnStage Award nominee, as Here And Now is nominated for Best New Musical.For more Here And Now tour dates and tickets, visit www.thestepsmusical.com.Follow Shaun on Instagram: @shaunkitchenerbentleyThis 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.

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Matt Mills (Joseph Jackson / Rob in MJ) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Matt discuss the cinema release of Merrily We Roll Along and Malinda Parris' final performance in Hercules as well as the latest news about High Society, one of the cut scenes in Wicked: For Good, Billy Elliot, Big Night of Musicals and more.Matt was in the original West End cast of MJ The Musical (Prince Edward Theatre) as Berry Gordy and Nick and has since taken over the leading role of Joseph Jackson and Rob. Matt starred as Curtis Taylor Jr. in the UK and Ireland tour of Dreamgirls. Some of his other theatre credits include: Richard Bullock / cover Ike in Tina The Musical (West End), ensemble / cover Berry Gordy in Motown The Musical (UK Tour), Drifters / ensemble in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (UK Tour), Newt Lee / Riley / Jim Conley in Parade (Hope Mill Theatre) and Nomax in Five Guys Named Moe (Edinburgh). Follow Matt on Instagram: @millzilla_MJ runs at the Prince Edward Theatre until 28th February 2026. 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.

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Nikita Johal (Now That’s What I Call A Musical / The Taming of the Shrew) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Nikita discuss Paddington (Savoy Theatre), The Line Of Beauty (Almedia Theatre) and The Mousetrap's 73rd Birthday Performance (St Martins Theatre) as well as the latest news about Wicked spin-offs, Kimberly Akimbo's UK premiere, The Stage magazine, casting for American Psycho and lots more.Nikita is starring as Wendy in Peter Pan: A New Pantomime Adventure at the Greenwich Theatre. Last year she recorded an episode of In The Frame whilst playing Young Gemma in Now That’s What I Call A Musical on tour.Nikita's theatre credits include: Mandy and understudy Malika & Gold in Frankie Goes To Bollywood (UK Tour / Southbank Centre), Bianca/Curtis in The Taming of the Shrew (Shakespeare In The Squares), The World Goes Round (Yvonne Arnaud Theatre), Princess Caraboo in Princess Caraboo (Finborough Theatre), Yonah in Children Of Eden (Union Theatre), Wendla inSpring Awakening (Hope Mill Theatre), Laputa in The Snow Queen (The Everyman, Liverpool), Selma Karamy in Broken Wings, (Theatre Royal Haymarket, The Other Palace & Beittidine Festival, Lebanon), Princess Aurora in Sleeping Beauty (Watford Palace Theatre), Princess Jasmine in Aladdin (Newbury Corn Exchange), Lily/Ladybird in What The Ladybird Heard (The Palace, West End & UK Tour), Understudy Neera/Bollywood Ensemble in Migrations (Welsh National Opera UK Tour), Asma/Kelly in The Wife Of Willesden (The Kiln & Boston/New York), Princess Katherine/Gower/Costable in Henry V & The Franklyn in The Canterbury Tales (Guildford Shakespeare Company), Maud in The Invincibles (Queens Theatre Hornchurch & The New Wolsey) and Fairy Sugarsnap in Jack & The Beanstalk (Evolution Pantomimes).Peter Pan: A New Pantomime Adventure runs at the Greenwich Theatre until 11th January 2026. Please visit www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk for info and tickets. Follow Nikita on Instagram: @nikitajohal 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.

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In this special solo edition of The West End Frame Show, Editor Andrew Tomlins sits down moments after opening night of Paddington The Musical to share his review.Despite going in completely blind, Andrew quickly finds himself swept up in the show’s heart, theatricality and pure stage magic. He touches on the ingenious way Paddington is brought to life onstage, the fusion of inventive design with old-school stagecraft, and the musical’s timely message of acceptance.Andrew also discusses standout performances, jaw-dropping production moments and why this feels like a major new British musical.Paddington The Musical is booking at the Savoy Theatre until 25th October 2026. Visit www.paddingtonthemusical.com for info and tickets. Production photography for Paddington is by Johan Persson.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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, hosts a solo episode of The West End Frame Show!Andrew discusses Ride The Cyclone (Southwark Playhouse), Freaky Friday (Rehearsal Event) and Roam In Concert (Shaftesbury Theatre) as well as the latest news about Wicked For Good's box office records, Back To The Future, the Heathers tour, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at the Watermill and The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind.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.

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It’s time for the third and final instalment of our Wicked: For Good takeover of The West End Frame Show!In this episode, Andrew Tomlins and Lisa Martland rave about Cynthia Erivo’s sensational performance of “No Good Deed.” They also talk about the ‘fight’ scene, the reveal of the mysterious figure on the horse and the added context surrounding Elphaba’s relationship with Chistery and the flying monkeys.The conversation continues as Andrew and Lisa unpack the film’s final section, including Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande’s emotional rendition of “For Good” and the power behind the characters’ highly emotional final moment together. They also explore the meaning and emotional impact of the movie’s closing shot.Finally, Andrew and Lisa reflect on their overall thoughts of Wicked: For Good, and why it will be forever part of movie musical history. Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.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.

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We’re back with the second instalment of our three-part Wicked: For Good takeover of The West End Frame Show!Spoiler alert: In this episode, Andrew Tomlins and Lisa Martland dive even deeper into their thoughts on the new Wicked movie.They unpack the brand-new songs “There’s No Place Like Home” and “Girl In The Bubble,” and share their reactions to the film’s opening sequence. Andrew and Lisa also discuss Ariana Grande’s performance of “Thank Goodness / I Couldn’t Be Happier,” the reworked version of “Wonderful,” and the expanded storyline for Nessarose and Boq, including how “Wicked Witch of the East” has been changed for the movie.The conversation continues with a closer look at Glinda’s expanded character arc, as well as the intentions of Madame Morrible and The Wizard and how their dynamic with both Elphaba and Glinda plays out differently in the film.And all sorts of other stuff pops up along the way!Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

In our first of three special Wicked: For Good episodes, Andrew Tomlins and Lisa Martland sit down to share their first reaction to the new Wicked movie.This episode is (as much as possible!) spoiler-free. Andrew and Lisa talk about how they felt watching the film, how the stage story translates to the screen and the themes and messages that resonated with them.Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.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.

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Simon Bailey (Come Alive / Moulin Rouge) co-host The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Simon discuss Coven (Kiln Theatre), Midnight by Todrick Hall (Sadler's Wells East) and Limp Wrist & The Iron Fist (Brixton House) as well as the latest news about Wicked's new middle eastern tour, Gravity's tour with Kerry Ellis, Louise Dearman and Rachel Tucker, StarKid, Hercules and more. Simon is currently in his second year as The Showman in Come Alive: The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular at the Empress Museum.Simon's theatre credits include: Crabbit and Harry Lime in The Third Man (Menier Chocolate Factory), Ram’s Dad / Big Bud Dean / Coach Ripper in Heathers (Theatre Royal Haymarket & London Workshop), Tommy DeVito in Jersey Boys (Piccadilly Theatre & UK Tour), Liam O’Deary in I Can’t Sing! (London Palladium), Pharaoh in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat (Gillian Lynne), Tom Watson/Officer Starnes in Parade (Southwark Playhouse), understudy Galileo in We Will Rock You (Dominion), Raoul in The Phantom of the Opera (Her Majesty’s), Enjolras in Les Misérables (Queens), Passion (Donmar Warehouse) and Romeo & Juliet The Musical (Piccadilly). Simon originated the role of The Duke in the original West End cast of Moulin Rouge (Piccadilly Theatre). Come Alive: The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular is booking at the Empress Museum in Earl's Court until 27th September 2026. Visit www.comealiveshow.com for info and tickets.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.

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Akeem Ellis-Hyman (The Devil Wears Prada / Hairspray) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Akeem discuss Here And Now: The Steps Musical (UK Tour, New Wimbledon Theatre), Six Japan (Vaudeville Theatre) and Elf The Musical (Aldwych Theatre) as well as the latest news about Jesus Christ Superstar starring Sam Ryder, Pride The Musical, Rachel Zegler and Ben Platt in The Last Five Years and lots more.Akeem starred as Seaweed in the UK tour of Hairspray with his other credits including Lola in Kinky Boots (Norfolk and Norwich Operatic Society), Motown The Musical (UK Tour) and Dirty Dancing (UK Tour).He just finished appearing in the original West End cast of The Devil Wears Prada (Dominion Theatre).Alongside performing, Akeem is the founder of Beyond The Artist — a company dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing space for performers to rediscover their worth, express themselves authentically, and step into their power. Through workshops exploring mindfulness, energetic release, and self-compassion, Akeem helps artists reconnect with the person behind the performance.For info about Beyond The Artist, visit www.beyondtheartist.co.ukThis 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.

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Ksenya Gray co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Ksenya discuss Entertaining Mr Sloane (Young Vic) starring Jordan Stephens and Tamzin Outhwaite as well as the latest news about Paddington, the Black British Theatre Awards, Mischief's first musical, the Wicked movie special, I'm Every Woman starring Alexandra Burke and lots more.Ksenya is a social media manager and runs the social media company Storytellers. Her 2025 projects have included ⁠Saving Mozart, Falling In Love With Mr Dellamort, Marisha Wallace Live at the Adelphi, Sydnie Christmas Live In London, Personality: The Lloyd Price Musical, Your Lie In April's album release, Bettie Page: Queen of Pin-Ups and West End Unscripted.She has also been working with Kelly Young, Westway Music, Anthony Costa and Shona McGarty. Follow Ksenya on Instagram: @ksenya.gray 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.

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Gregory George (Host of Stage or Screen) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Gregory discuss Young Frankenstein as well as the latest news about Freaky Friday, Sylvia, Jodie Steele, Death Becomes Her and more. Plus, we have a special preview of a track from Matthew Harvey's musical Unbound which releases a live cast album on 31st October. Gregory toured the UK as Bob Gaudio in The Jerseys and appeared in Jerry Springer The Opera at the Hope Mill Theatre. Alongside pantos, concerts and workshops, Gregory has also performed at sea, and is about to embark on his next cruise contract.Gregory is also a presenter and host of the podcast Stage Or Screen where in each episode he’s joined by a guest to take a deep dive into a different movie musical. Follow Gregory on Instagram @gregorygeorgeuk and check out Stage Or Screen www.linktr.ee/stageorscreenThis 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, hosts a solo episode of The West End Frame Show!Fresh from this year's MusicalCon, Andrew gives a debrief of the panels he hosted at the convention at ExCel London. Andrew also discusses MJ (Prince Edward Theatre) as well as the latest news about Redcliffe by Jordan Luke Gage, The Greatest Showman musical, Cats at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre and more.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.

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Producer Jack Maple (Ride The Cyclone / The Hunchback Of Notre Dame) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Jack discuss the Les Misérables 40th Anniversary (Sondheim Theatre), Shoshana Bean In Concert (St Martin's Theatre) and Mary Page Marlowe (The Old Vic) as well as the latest news about Cynthia Erivo's new musical movie, Todrick's musical Midnight, Aqua, Pippin and more.Jack is currently producing the first UK tour of The Talented Mr Ripley starring Ed McVey and Maisie Smith as well as the UK premiere of Ride The Cyclone at the Southwark Playhouse. He recently produced the UK premiere of The Hunchback Of Notre Dame which sold out its performances at the Prince Edward Theatre.Some of Jack's other producing credits include: Spring Awakening: The 15th Anniversary Reunion Concert (Victoria Palace Theatre), An Officer And A Gentleman The Musical (UK Tour), The Witches Of Eastwick in Concert (Sondheim Theatre), The Show Must Go On! Live (Palace Theatre & NT Live), TuckShop’s Sleeping Beauty (Harold Pinter Theatre), Who’s Holiday! (HOME Manchester & Southwark Playhouse), The View UpStairs (Soho Theatre), The Rink (Southwark Playhouse) and Working (Southwark Playhouse).He has also produced a number of high profile concerts with some Broadway icons, including Sierra Boggess, Kelli O’Hara and Caissie Levy, and has had a long association with Bat Out Of Hell, working as Associate General Manager across the musical’s journey to the West End and beyond. Jack became the West End's youngest producer at the age of 20, when he co-produced the Olivier award-winning revival of Show Boat at the New London Theatre.The Talented Mr Ripley tours until 22nd November 2025 including a London run in Richmond 10th – 15th November, with 2026 dates to be announced. Ride The Cyclone runs at the Southwark Playhouse 14th November – 10th January 2026.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.

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We’re kicking off the week with a special bonus episode, Aneesah Khadijah joins theatre critic and West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins for an in-depth artistic conversation and critical reflection on her creative work behind the scenes.After studying Law at the University of Manchester, Aneesah found her true passion in the arts, developing a distinctive practice that blends precision, empathy, and storytelling across stage management, creative production, and artist liaison work.Her theatre credits include Caged Sisters Musical (Phoenix Arts Club, Bridewell Theatre), In The Beginning Woman Was The Sun (toured Manchester, Newcastle & Liverpool), RepresentAsian (Lyric Theatre), Mendaki (Voila! Festival 2025) and many more.In this episode, Andrew offers a thoughtful critique of Aneesah’s artistic approach, from the emotional rhythm and cohesion of Caged Sisters Musical and In The Beginning Woman Was The Sun, to her collaborations with Itikku Productions, where she explores stories of identity, culture, and womanhood. They discuss the artistry of backstage storytelling, the emotional architecture of live performance, and the importance of representation behind the scenes, and Aneesah shares how she supports and uplifts BESEA creatives in technical and management roles.The conversation goes beyond biography to present a critical evaluation of Aneesah’s professional practice in the industry, offering rare insight into the care, creativity, and collaboration that shape her contribution to the theatre world. Aneesah and Andrew also talk about why they're excited about this year’s MusicalCon!Aneesah currently works at English National Ballet and is part of the Musical Con team, where she continues to nurture inclusive and supportive creative spaces.Follow Aneesah on Instagram: @aneesahkhadijah MusicalCon takes place at the ExCel Centre 18th - 19th October 2025. Visit www.musicalcon.co.uk for info and tickets.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.

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Harriet Watson (Six) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Harriet discuss 13 Going On 30 (Manchester Opera House) and Moulin Rouge (World Tour + West End production) as well as the latest news about Oh Mary!, casting for the Mean Girls tour, Hercules, The Devil Wears Prada and more. They also pay tribute to both Patricia Routledge and Ben Lewis. Harriet is preparing to star in a one-woman show Six Of Spades by Natasha Brotherdale Smith. The production runs at the Etcetera Theatre Club in Camden next week, directed by Millie Gaston.Harriet’s theatre credits include: Rock Follies (Chichester Festival Theatre), A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (Paris), Closer Than Ever (Edinburgh Fringe Festival), Mismatched (Old Red Lion) and The Jungle Book (Tabard) as well as playing Pauline Quirke in Early Birds (Edinburgh Fringe Festival).Harriet is a Six The Musical legend. She originally joined the UK & Ireland tour as dance captain and the alternate Seymour and Parr, but went on to play all six queens. After finishing the tour, Harriet became a universal super swing for both the West End and touring productions. Since leaving, she has made countless emergency returns to the show. Six Of Spades runs at the Etcetera Theatre Club 13th - 19th October. Visit www.citizenticket.com for info and tickets. 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.

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In this special bonus episode, Stratford East’s new leadership team unveil their inaugural season.West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins is joined by Lisa Spirling (Artistic Director & Co-CEO) and Hanna Streeter (Executive Director & Co-CEO) for an exciting first look at their season, which includes the highly anticipated London premiere of Choir Boy by Tarell Alvin McCraney, directed by Nancy Medina. The season also includes the UK premiere of Here There Are Blueberries by Moisés Kaufman and Amanda Gronich as well as Bloodsport: After Helen of Troy by Ava Pickett, directed by Lisa Spirling.Also in this episode, Lisa and Hanna discuss the excitement of stepping into their new roles, their mission of driving Stratford East into its next chapter and the realities of navigating theatre-making in today’s challenging economic climate.Visit www.stratfordeast.com for more information.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.

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Olivier nominee Carly Mercedes Dyer (Singin' in the Rain / A Chorus Line) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Carly discuss The Harder They Come (Stratford East), 50 First Dates (The Other Palace) and Clarkston(Trafalgar Theatre) as well as the latest news about Amber Davies, Bank Of Dave, Beetlejuice, Lucie Jones, Megan Hilty and more.Carly has played roles including Cassie in A Chorus Line, Faye Treadwell in The Drifters Girl, June in Gypsy and Erma in Anything Goes, for which she was nominated for an Olivier Award and won a WhatsOnStage Award. Her other theatre credits include: The Color Purple, Dreamgirls, Memphis, West Side Story, Hadestown, Rock Of Ages and lots more. Carly played Christine in Dirty Rotten Scoundrels at the London Palladium and recently reprised her performance in Japan. This Christmas she’s off to Manchester to star as Kathy Seldon in Singin’ in the Rain at the Royal Exchange.Follow Carly on Instagram and TikTok: @carlymdyerThis 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.

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Join West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins for a bonus show talk episode!In this episode, Andrew discusses Songs For A New World (Eventim Apollo) starring Shoshana Bean, Joy Woods, Tituss Burgess and Jordan Fisher, The Code (Southwark Playhouse Elephant) starring Tracie Bennett and John Partridge as well as Till The Stars Come Down (Theatre Royal Haymarket). 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.

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Rory Phelan (Heathers / Stay Strong) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Rory discuss Hercules (Theatre Royal Drury Lane) and The Producers (Garrick Theatre) as well as the latest news about Into The Woods casting, the new Wicked songs, Carrie Hope Fletcher being cast in Elf and Waitress, nominations for the Black British Theatre Awards, Musical Con and more.Rory's theatre credits include: Wag The Musical (Charing Cross Theatre), Grease (UK & International Tour), Club Tropicana (UK Tour) and Saturday Night Fever (UK Tour).He played Eddie in the West End production of Mamma Mia! (Novello Theatre) and Ram Sweeney in Heathers (UK Tour and The Other Palace). He also played Ram in the Heathers live capture which was released on the Roku channel in the US and screened in UK cinemas. Rory has toured the UK, US and Australia singing the hits of George Michael.When he isn't performing, Rory is helping other performers with his company Stage Strong. Known as the actors coach, he is busy helping actors build consistency, confidence and control.For further info about Stage Strong, visit their Instagram Account: @stagestrong_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.

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It's the second part of our post-summer catchup episode! Theatre journalist Lisa Martland joins Andrew to discuss Top Hat (Chichester Festival Theatre), The Lightning Thief (Milton Keynes Theatre, UK Tour), Six (Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, UK Tour), Sing Street (Lyric Theatre Hammersmith), Saving Mozart (The Other Palace) and A Midsummer Night's Dream (Bridge Theatre).Andrew and Lisa also talk about their favourite Sondheim shows.Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! We'll be back with a new series soon.Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We're back! In our first post-summer catchup episode, theatre journalist Lisa Martland joins Andrew to discuss the London revival of Brigadoon.Not seen in London for over 35 years, Lerner & Loewe’s Brigadoon has been directed and choreographed by Drew McOnie at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre in a new adaptation by Rona Munro. Danielle Fiamanya and Georgina Onuorah are job sharing in the role of Fiona MacLaren with Louis Gaunt as Tommy Albright.Andrew and Lisa discuss how Brigadoon resonates in 2025, Drew McOnie's vision, what they thought of the cast and more.Brigadoon runs at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre until Saturday 20th September 2025.Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! We'll be back with a new series soon.Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We’re back with a special episode all about Gravity at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane! This one-off concert united Wicked legends Louise Dearman, Kerry Ellis and Rachel Tucker for an unforgettable afternoon of belting and nostalgia.West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins is joined by Adam Davenport, Dean of Performers College, who last co-hosted the fourth episode of The West End Frame Show back in 2019.Together, Andrew and Adam relive their standout moments from Gravity, reflect on the extraordinary impact Louise, Kerry and Rachel have had on musical theatre and share why they’re hoping this performance is just the beginning for the show. Gravity was co-created and produced by Simon Schofield and Scott Garnham for Sisco Entertainment, with musical direction by James Doughty.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! We'll be back with a new series soon. Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Join West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, for a round-up of some shows at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe Festival. The shows discussed are Laura Benanti: Nobody Cares (Underbelly, Bristo Square), Spy Movie: The Play (Pleasance Courtyard), Jackie!!! (Gilded Balloon Patter House), Midnight at the Palace (Gilded Balloon Patter House), Hot Mess (Pleasance Courtyard) and Footballers Wives (Assembly Rooms).This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening to this series! It's time for a summer break, but we'll be back with new episodes in September.Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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It's the last episode of the series! Peter Caulfield (To Wong Foo/Tammy Faye) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show.Andrew and Peter discuss 101 Dalmatians starring Sydnie Christmas (Eventim Apollo) as well as the latest news about Songs For A New World, MJ The Musical closing, Kinky Boots, Coven and more. They also talk about the controversy surrounding Andrew Barth Feldman's casting in Maybe Happy Ending and the lack of Asian representation in musical theatre.The episode features a reel by Zheng Xi Yong which you can watch here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DMflIIkok01/?hl=enPeter is about to star in the first major London revival of Two by Jim Cartwright. The Greenwich Theatre is being transformed into a pub for this immersive production which sees Peter and his co-star Kellie Shirley play fourteen characters between them.Some of Peter’s stage credits include F*****g Men (Waterloo East Theatre), To Wong Foo (Hope Mill Theatre), Tammy Faye (Almedia Theatre), The Lehman Brothers (West End), Obamaology (Finborough Theatre), Jesus Christ Superstar (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre), One Man Two Guvnors (West End), A Christmas Carol (Old Vic) and the Lyric Hammersmith’s panto.His screen credits include Take Cover (Signature Entertainment), Doctors (BBC), EastEnders (BBC), I Hate Suzie (Sky), Doctor Who (BBC), Cucumber (Channel 4) and Banana (E4). Two runs at the Greenwich Theatre 21st August - 12th September 2025. Visit www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk for info and tickets.Follow Peter on Instagram: @petercaulfieldThis podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening to this series! It's time for a summer break, but we'll be back with new episodes in September. Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Welcome to Burlesque! In this special episode, West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins shares his review of Burlesque The Musical.Based on the 2010 film starring Christina Aguilera and Cher, Burlesque The Musical premiered last year with runs in Manchester and Glasgow. The show has now transferred to the West End starring Orfeh, Jess Folley and Todrick Hall who has also directed and choreographed the production.Burlesque runs at the Savoy Theatre until 6th September 2025. Visit www.burlesqueonstage.com for info and tickets.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.

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Harriet Bunton (Romeo & Juliet / Close Up: The Twiggy Musical) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Harriet discuss Four Play (Kings Head Theatre) as well as the latest news about bootlegs, Jesus Christ Superstar, Jon Robyns, Magic At The Musicals, Jack Wolfe, Glorious starring Wendi Peters, Merrily We Roll Along and lots more.Harriet's theatre credits include: ensemble in We Will Rock You (Dominion), Janet in The Rocky Horror Show (European Tour), Lisa in Mamma Mia! (Novello), Hodel in Fiddler on the Roof (Menier Chocolate Factory & Playhouse Theatre) and cover Twiggy in Close Up: The Twiggy Musical (Menier Chocolate Factory). Last year she was a camera operator swing in Jamie Lloyd’s production of Romeo & Juliet (Duke of York's Theatre).Harriet has also crossed over to different roles within the industry, working in the worlds of casting, videography and beyond.In this episode, Harriet talks candidly about her journey in theatre, how her outlook has changed and why she wants to talk about it.Follow Harriet on Instagram: @harrietbuntonThis 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.

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Jasmine Leung (Wicked / Moulin Rouge) co-hosts the 300th episode of The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Jasmine discuss Titanique (Criterion Theatre), Noughts & Crosses (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre) and 35mm: A Musical Exhibition (Phoenix Arts Club) as well as the latest news about High School Musical, Clueless, Evita and lots more.Jasmine has been in the ensembles of Moulin Rouge, Wicked and Death Note as well as concert stagings of Evita and Oklahoma. Additionally Jasmine was a swing in the UK & International tour of The King And I.As well as appearing in lots of music videos and commercials, Jasmine has played roles on screen in Tar and Atlanta. Follow Jasmine on Instagram: @jasmine_leung_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.

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Emma Ralston (Sister Act / Gavin and Stacey) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Emma discuss Evita starring Rachel Zegler (London Palladium) and Dita Von Teese presents Diamonds and Dust (Emerald Theatre) as well as the latest news about Grease casting announcements, Nicole Scherzinger's Royal Albert Hall concert, Debbie Isitt’s Military Wives musical, the West End return of Kinky Boots and lots more.Emma is currently starring in I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical. Written by Alexander S. Bermange, the show is returning once again to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this summer. The comedic musical revue reveals everything you could want to know about musical theatre, and the people who love it – on both sides of the curtain!Emma was in the recent revival of Sister Act, performing the show at the Eventim Apollo, on tour and in the West End at the Dominion Theatre. Some of her other theatre credits include: Cinderella (Corby Cube), Aladdin (Capital), The Wind in The Willows (Turbine), Queen of the Mist (Charing Cross & Jack Studio), The Greatest Show (UK Tour), Bananaman the Musical (Southwark Playhouse), The Frogs (Jermyn Street), News Revue (Canal Cafe), Into the Woods (Rose & Crown Theatre) and Meet Me In St Louis (Landor Theatre).Emma recently appeared in Gavin and Stacey: The Finale (BBC). Her debut EP ‘On My Way’ is available to download and stream.I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical runs at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe Festival at the Gilded Balloon 31st July – 24th August 2025. Visit www.likeamusical.com for info and tickets. 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.

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Aaron Aisoni (Pretty Woman / 35mm) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Aaron discuss Hercules (Theatre Royal Drury Lane) and Just For One Day (Shaftesbury Theatre) as well as the latest news about Fabiola Caraballo Quijada's performance at the Jimmy Awards, Lauren Drew leaving Titanique, Boop! closing, casting for The Lighting Thief tour and more.Aaron recently graduated from Urdang, having previously attended The Brit School. He made his professional debut in Pretty Woman (Theater 11, Zurich) and will soon tour the UK and Ireland in Miss Saigon directed by Jean-Pierre van der Spuy.Aaron is currently in rehearsals for 35mm: A Musical Exhibition which is a theatrical song cycle composed by Ryan Scott Oliver, based on the Broadway photography of Matthew Murphy. It’s an exploration of love, obsession, ambition and art. Directed by Dean Johnson, the show is being staged for four performances at the Phoenix Arts Club next week produced by Taylor Jay Productions.Aaron also posts singing videos on TikTok where he has over 100k followers and five million likes.35mm: A Musical Exhibition runs at the Phoenix Arts Club on 7th and 8th July. Visit www.phoenixartsclub.com for info and tickets.Follow Aaron on TikTok: @aaron.oiThis 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.

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Marcus Collick co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Marcus delve into the controversy surrounding Rachel Zegler's balcony performance in Jamie Lloyd's production of Evita at the London Palladium. They also discuss Miss Myrtle's Garden (Bush Theatre) and their favourite West End LIVE performances (Trafalgar Square) as well as the latest news about Broadway closures, Marisha Wallace and Billy Porter transferring to Cabaret in New York, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button closing and lots more.Marcus' US theatre credits include White Christmas and Damn Yankees. Since moving to the UK they have been in Spring Awakening (Phoenix Arts Club) and Zanna, Don't! (Old Joint Stock Theatre). Most recently they performed in the West End at ATG’s flagship creative learning program PLAYground at the Savoy Theatre!Earlier this year Marcus hosted the Stalls to Stage Awards at the Bush Theatre and now they're teaming up with Emmanuel Akwafo to co-produce and host The Blackprint Concert: A Fearless Declaration of Black Artistry Taking Up Space at the Phoenix Arts Club. The concert has a killer line-up including Koko Alexandra, Lauren Azania, Tanasha Chege, Elan Ayana Davies, Cameron Benard Jones, Idriss Kargbo, Claudia Kariuki, Leah St Luce, Paige Miller, Georgina Onuorah, Jordan Shaw and Jaz Terry. Musical supervision and orchestrations are by Sean Green.You can see The Blackprint Concert: A Fearless Declaration of Black Artistry Taking Up Space at the Phoenix Arts Club on 3rd August 2025. Visit www.phoenixartsclub.com for info and tickets.Follow Marcus on Instagram: @_markyyymark_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.

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We're bringing you another BROADWAY special!Theatre journalist Lisa Martland (Musical Theatre Review) joins West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, to discuss some of the hottest shows on Broadway. In this episode they cover Gypsy starring Audra McDonald, Floyd Collins, Real Women Have Curves, Little Shop of Horrors and Six.Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.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.

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Journalist and editor Marianka Swain returns to co-host The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Marianka discuss the West End transfer of Stereophonic (Duke of York's Theatre) as well as the latest news about the new Encores season including Billy Porter in La Cage aux Folles, new plays at the King's Head Theatre, Olly Alexander being cast in The Importance of Being Earnest and lots more.Marianka is a London-based journalist and editor, writing culture articles, reviews and general features for the Telegraph newspaper and for London Theatre. This is her sixth time co-hosting The West End Frame Show! Visit Marianka's website: www.mkmswain.comThis 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.

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We're bringing you a BROADWAY special!Tom Self (Tina / Adrian Mole) joins West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, to discuss some of the hottest shows on Broadway. In this episode they cover Death Becomes Her, Maybe Happy Ending, Oh Mary, Smash, Boop, Just In Time, Pirates: The Penzance Musical, The Last Five Years and The Great Gatsby.Come back next week for a second Broadway episode with chat about more Broadway shows!Tom is an actor, composer and musical director. He is currently a swing and understudy in the first ever UK & Ireland tour of Tina: The Tina Turner Musical.Some of his other stage credits include Brief Encounter, The Secret Diary Of Adrian Mole Aged 13 3/4, Ordinary People, Camelot, The Hired Man, Sweet Charity, Priscilla Queen Of The Desert and more.Tom's show Me, Tom Self & I has a sold-out run at Crazy Coqs and he has been a finalist at the Pantomime Awards for Best Contribution to Music. He regularly teaches singing lessons, coaching and delivers masterclasses.Visit Tom's website www.tomself.co.ukThis 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.

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Rachael Nanyonjo (associate director of Retrograde) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Rachael discuss Patti LuPone's apology following her remarks about Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald as well as the latest theatre news about Hamilton, 13 Going On 30, Top Hat, Orfeh and more.Rachael is associate director on Retrograde in the West End, having previously been associate director for Play On (Lyric Hammersmith / UK Tour) and Newsies (Troubadour Wembley Park). She was the movement director for My Mother’s Funeral: The Show (Edinburgh Fringe / UK Tour / New York) and has worked on countless other productions.Rachael is directing a rehearsed reading of There’s a Mouse in the Kitchen at this year’s Talawa Firsts programme. The theatre company have put together a fortnight of groundbreaking Black British new work at Fairfield Halls in Croydon showcasing new writing and performance around the theme of Stay Strong.You can see There’s a Mouse in the Kitchen on 10th July. Visit www.talawa.com for info about the Talawa Firsts programme.Follow Rachael on Instagram @r.nanyonjo and visit her website www.rachaelnanyonjo.comThis 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Join West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins for a bonus show talk episode!In this episode, Andrew discusses Shucked (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), Pop Off, Michelangelo (Underbelly Boulevard), Six's 2025-26 UK & International tour cast (Aylesbury Waterside Theatre) and Bat Out Of Hell (Peacock Theatre). 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.

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Jessica Daley (Evita / I Should Be So Lucky) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Jessica discuss the latest news about Jessie J turning down the role of Sally Bowles, Remember Monday, casting for Here and Now, Rob Houchen and Anna Jane Casey doing Sweeney Todd and lots more.They also talk about the Society of London Theatre and UK Theatre's report with analysis on the current state of theatre in the UK.Fifteen years ago, Jessica was a finalist on Over The Rainbow, BBC1's search for Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz. Her theatre credits include: Ali in Mamma Mia! (West End), Maria in The Sound of Music (UK Tour), cover Fantine in Les Miserables (International Tour), Frenchy in Grease (Dubai), Lynette in An Officer and a Gentleman (Curve Leicester), Eva Person in Evita (International Tour), Billy’s Mum in Billy Elliot (Leicester Curve) and Betty Haynes in White Christmas (UK Tour)More recently Jessica was in The Wizard of Oz at the London Palladium covering the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda, she toured as Britney in I Should Be So Lucky and played Daisy in Lady Be Good in Sicily. She's also a podcaster in her won right, having hosted Park & Bark which is available wherever you get your podcasts.Follow Jessica on Instagram: @jessicacaca7This 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.

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Nelson Bettencourt (Disney’s Aladdin / Friendsical) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Nelson discuss Here We Are (National Theatre) and The Mad Ones (Other Palace Studio) as well as the latest news about Tina: The Tina Turner Musical closing, Cynthia Erivo's West End return, Legally Blonde's new tour, casting for The Sound of Music at Leicester Curve and lots more.Nelson recently played Babkak in the UK & Ireland tour of Disney’s Aladdin having previously played Ross in the UK tour of Friendsical. Nelson is from Canada, with his Canadian theatre credits including Candide, Fun Home, Rogers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella, Sister Act, A Chorus Line, All Shook Up, Beauty and the Beast and Breaking Up Is Hard To Do.Follow Nelson on Instagram: @nfmbettencourt 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.

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Jacob Fowler (The Addams Family / Heathers) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Jacob discuss Parlour Song (Greenwich Theatre) as well as the latest news about speedy boarding at theatres, Heathers off-Broadway, Ragtime, Adam Lambert, I'm Every Woman and lots more. Jacob is the winner of BBC1's Little Mix: The Search and went on to support Little Mix on their Confetti Arena Tour with his band Since September.Jacob played JD in the London and touring productions of Heathers. His other theatre credits include: Prince Topher in Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella (Hope Mill Theatre), Bobby in Dreamboats and Petticoats (UK Tour), Ben in Before After (Southwark Playhouse), Hunter in Title Of Show (Southwark Playhouse), Mohr in Vanara: The Legend (Hackmey Empire), Hunter in In Pieces (Turbine Theatre) and Kings Of Broadway (Palace Theatre). Next up, Jacob is playing Lucas in the UK tour of The Addams Family from July.Follow Jacob on Instagram: @thejacobfowlerThis 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.

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This week West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins hosts a solo episode of The West End Frame Show. Andrew discusses A Knight's Tale (Manchester Opera House) and Mary Poppins (Manchester Palace, UK & Ireland Tour) as well as the latest news about Tony nominations, Redwood starring Idina Menzel closing, new Titanique casting, Operation Mincemeat and lots more. Andrew also talks about return trips to MJ, Starlight Express, The Book of Mormon and talks about Wicked's media night and Drew Gasparini's We Aren't Kids Anymore.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.

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Theatre producer Chuchu Nwagu returns to co-host The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Chuchu discuss The Great Gatsby (ENO London Coliseum) as well as the latest news about My Son's A Queer, Six Japan, Paddington The Musical, the 2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards, King of Pangea and more. Andrew and Chuchu also have a discussion about trans allyship in theatre and how our industry can do more to support our trans friends and colleagues.As a producer, Chuchu's West End credits include Red Pitch (Soho Place), Shifters (Duke of York's) and Amelie (Criterion) whilst on Broadway his credits include Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman and The Roommate (Broadway). Some of Chuchu's other production's have included Sleeping Beauty (Catford), Burlesque The Musical (Manchester/Glasgow), The Big Life! A Ska Musical (Theatre Royal Stratford East), Lenny Henry’s August in England (Bush Theatre), Choir Boy (Bristol Old Vic), Dreamgirls (UK & Ireland Tour) and The Wiz (Hope Mill Theatre).Chuchu is currently back in the West End, co-producing Retrograde by Ryan Calais Cameron which has transferred to the Apollo Theatre following its run at the Kiln.Follow Chuchu on Instagram: @cnwaguRetrodgrade runs at the Apollo Theatre until Saturday 14th June. Visit www.nimaxtheatres.com for info and tickets.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.

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Lilianna Hendy (Starlight Express) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!In this special Q&A episode, Andrew and Lilianna answer your questions. Topics include drama school advice, favourite Six songs, coolest dressing rooms, movie to musical adaptations, Death Becomes Her and more. Andrew also talks about his recent return visit to Mean Girls and Lilianna discusses all-things Starlight Express. Lilianna trained at Urdang and is currently making her professional debut in the London revival of Starlight Express at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre. Lilianna plays Wrench and understudies Dinah and Pearl.Follow Lilianna on Instagram: @liliannahendyThis 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.

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Joe Gash (Rock of Ages / Grease) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Joe discuss Midnight Cowboy (Southwark Playhouse Elephant) as well as the latest news about Six breaking cinema records, Alexia McIntosh reprising her performance as Anna Of Cleves, Pop Off, Michelangelo! casting and lots more.Joe recently played Teen Angel and Vince Fontaine in the UK tour of Grease, having previously played Kenickie for Royal Caribbean. His other credits include playing Lonny in Rock Of Ages (UK Tour) and Galileo in We Will Rock You (Royal Caribbean).Joe also works extensively as a rock singer. He appeared as Freddie Mercury on Starstruck (ITV) and tours with The Darkniss (the no.1 Darkness Tribute Show) and The Glam Rock Show.Follow Joe on Instagram: @joegashhThis 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.

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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.

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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.

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Imogen Bailey (Newsies / Shrek) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Imogen discuss the new Wicked cast (Apollo Victoria), Hannah Lowther's How Very Hannah podcast launch, Austenland (Savoy Theatre), Snow White starring Rachel Zegler (Disney) and Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Aldwych Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Olivier Awards, 2:22 starring Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton, Sondheim’s The Frogs, The Addams Family, MTFest and more.Imogen's theatre credits include understudy Princess Fiona in Shrek the Musical (Eventim Apollo / UK & Ireland Tour), original cast of Newsies (Troubadour Wembley Park), understudy Jan and Patty in Grease (Dominion Theatre), Shelly and understudy Tracy in Hairspray (London Coliseum) and Kate in Oklahoma! (Chichester Festival Theatre). She has also starred in multiple pantos in Weston-super-Mare and Portsmouth. Imogen is also a YouTuber, vlogging her experiences as a musical theatre performer.Follow Imogen on Instagram: @immie_bCheck out Imogen's vlog: @imogenbailey2837This 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.

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Lisa Martland is BACK to co-host The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Lisa discuss Alexia Khadime and Lucy St. Louis' final performance in Wicked (Apollo Victoria Theatre) and Big Night Of Musicals (BBC1) as well as the latest news about Mean Girls closing, Burlesque's West End transfer, Palladium Panto casting and lots more.Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical Stages, Musicals Magazine, Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She is the Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.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.

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Toyan Thomas-Browne (MJ / Shucked) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Toyan discuss Clueless (Trafalgar Theatre) as well as the latest news about Rachel Zegler starring in Evita, Kerry Ellis, Louise Dearman and Rachel Tucker reuniting for the Gravity concert, casting for the Moulin Rouge World Tour featuring Patrice Tipoki... and lots more!Toyan is currently playing Marlon Jackson in the original West End cast of MJ The Musical (Prince Edward Theatre). He appeared in the workshop of Bliss (Lilian Baylis Studio, Sadler's Wells) and from May he’s going to be in the UK premiere of Shucked (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre). Toyan's theatre credits also include: Ain’t Too Proud (Prince Edward Theatre), Moulin Rogue (Piccadilly Theatre), Jack & The Beanstalk (Lyric Hammersmith), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (UK tour), first cover Lola in Kinky Boots (UK & Ireland tour), Me and My Girl (Chichester Festival Theatre), Guys & Dolls (Royal Exchange, Manchester), Wonderland (UK tour), The Prince: A New Musical (Arts Theatre), Christmas On Ice (Spirit Productions, USA), We Will Rock You (Royal Caribbean) and The Wizard of Oz (Haymarket Theatre).Follow Toyan on Instagram: @toyantbThis 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.

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Kitty Harris (Standby Ali in Burlesque) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Kitty discuss Bliss (Lilian Baylis Studio) and Mean Girls (Savoy Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Olivier Award nominations, Remember Monday representing Great Britain at Eurovision, The Greatest Showman musical, Musical Con, Christmas Carol Goes Wrong and lots more. Kitty was Standby Ali in the premiere of Burlesque The Musical (Manchester Opera House/Glasgow Theatre Royal). She also played Young Heather in Greatest Days (UK & Ireland Tour) and was in Calendar Girls (Mill At Sonning). Most recently Kitty played the title role in Cinderella (Blackpool Grand). Kitty is also a TikTok-er with over a million followers and over 40 million likes.Follow Kitty on Instagram/TikTok: @kittyharrisxThis 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.

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Shaun Kitchener (writer of Here And Now: The Steps Musical) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Shaun discuss Musicals By Candlelight (The Actors Church) and Back To The Future (Adelphi Theatre) as well as the latest news about Wicked's performance at the Oscars, The Hunger Games stage show, The Producers, Into The Woods, Six, Pop Off Michelangelo! and lots more. Shaun is a playwright and screenwriter... and also an occasional journalist and DJ!Shaun's plays have included Positive which ran at the Waterloo East and Park Theatres and All That which ran at the King’s Head and was nominated for multiple Offie Awards including Best Play. For television he is a core writer for Hollyoaks. In addition to further work on stage and screen, Shaun regularly writes about pop culture for Metro and in his newsletter Absolutely! via Substack.Shaun is the book writer of the Steps musical Here And Now which premiered last year at the Birmingham Alexandra and is embarking on a major UK & Ireland tour from August.Follow Shaun on Instagram: @shaunkitchenerbentleyThis 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.

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Mickey-Jo Theatre and Aeron James co-host The West End Frame Show on West End Frame's 13th birthday! Andrew, Mickey-Jo and Aeron discuss Hadestown (Lyric Theatre) as well as the latest news about Cynthia Erivo hosting the Tony Awards and being cast in Jesus Christ Superstar, Moulin Rouge's performance on Dancing On Ice, Pippin, Ballet Shoes and more.Mickey-Jo is a stagey YouTuber, international theatre critic and the most recognisable London based theatre influencer. Aeron is a freelance theatre PR, but also a YouTuber and all-round stagey content creator.Mickey-Jo's live chat show MickeyJoTheatre: Live! is returning to The Phoenix Arts Club for three shows on 16th March, 20th April and 18th May. The shows will see Mickey-Jo joined by musical theatre stars for an evening of interviews, musical performances, games and more. Each show will also spotlight a musical theatre composer. Visit www.phoenixartsclub.com for info and tickets.Follow Mickey-Jo and Aeron on Instagram: @mickeyjotheatre @aeronjamesukThis 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.

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This week Andrew hosts a solo episode of The West End Frame Show.Andrew discusses If/Then (Savoy Theatre), Cabaret starring Billy Porter & Marisha Wallace (Kit Kat Club), Jane by Matt Nalton & Jodie Steele (Other Palace Studio) and My Mother's Funeral: The Show (Yard Theatre) as well as the latest news about Patti LuPone, The Great Gatsby, Come Fall In Love: The DDLJ Musical and more. Andrew also reports back after the cast change performance of Six (Vaudeville Theatre).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.

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Join West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins for a bonus Show Talk episode!In this episode, Andrew discusses And Juliet (New Wimbledon Theatre, UK Tour), Ghost The Musical (Wycombe Swan, UK Tour), Scissorhandz (Southwark Playhouse Elephant), Hadestown (Lyric Theatre) and Mrs Doubtfire (Shaftesbury Theatre).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.

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Frazer Woolcott (understudy Fiyero in Wicked) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Frazer discuss Play On (Lyric Hammersmith) as well as the latest news about Jenna Bainbridge's historic casting in Wicked on Broadway, Wicked's wins at the Critics Choice Awards, Hadestown casting, The Great Gatsby and lots more.Frazer recently understudied Fiyero in the UK & Ireland tour of Wicked. He graduated from ArtsEd in 2023 and his credits also include performing at the Olivier Awards and in Doctor Zhivago In Concert at the London Palladium.Follow Frazer on Instagram: @frazerwoolcott 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.

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Theatre journalist Lisa Martland joins West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins for a stagey catchup. Andrew and Lisa discuss Titanique (Criterion Theatre), Why Am I So Single? starring Collette Guitart (Garrick Theatre) and Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 (Donmar Warehouse). They also delve into some recent theatre news, from Six's cinema release and new West End cast members to Stereophonic's transfer to the West End and the original Hadestown cast reuniting in London. Plus, they celebrate Eva Noblezada's casting as Sally Bowles in Cabaret on Broadway. Andrew and Lisa also remember The Vivienne who tragically passed away earlier this month at the age of 32.Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is the Founding Editor of one of the UK’s top theatre websites, www.musicaltheatrereview.com. Lisa is also Sub-Editor for Musicals Magazine.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.

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We're back with a special WICKED episode!Theatre journalist Lisa Martland (Musical Theatre Review) joins West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins to dive into the latest updates about the Wicked movie and stage production.First up, they break down all the big Wicked movie news—Oscar nominations (and snubs!), behind-the-scenes updates from Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande on the highly anticipated new songs and the latest records the film has shattered. Plus, they share their own personal reflections on the film's journey so far.But that’s not all! Andrew and Lisa discuss the exciting West End cast changes, with Emma Kingston, Zizi Strallen and Carl Man stepping into the iconic roles of Elphaba, Glinda, and Fiyero. They also talk about Wicked London introducing an alternate Elphaba and the new Broadway casting news that Lencia Kebede and Allie Trimm are taking over as Elphaba and Glinda, with Lencia making history as Broadway’s first full-time Black Elphaba.2025 is going to be positively emerald! Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is the Founding Editor of one of the UK’s top theatre websites, www.musicaltheatrereview.com. Lisa is also Sub-Editor for Musicals Magazine.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.

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Join theatre and lifestyle blogger Rachel Agyekum and West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, as they round up their top shows of 2024!Thank you for listening to The West End Frame Show in 2024 and for sharing your top shows of the year - we included as many of your contributions as possible in this episode. We're taking a little break in the New Year, but will be back in 2024 with lots more stagey catchups. Rachel founded Rachel Reviewed in 2022 and writes reviews for her website alongside creating reel reviews and other theatre-related content for Instagram and TikTok. This year she returned to MusicalCon, competing in Musical Mastermind at the ExCel Centre.Visit the Rachel Reviewed website www.rachelreviewed.com. You can also follow Rachel on Instagram via @rachelreviewed and @rachelagyefron. 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.

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Emmanuel Akwafo (Lyric Hammersmith Panto / For Black Boys) joins West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, to round up their Top Performances of 2024! Andrew reveals his top five stage performances of the year and reads submissions from West End Frame listeners whilst Emmanuel shares his top five shows of 2024. Thank you for listening to The West End Frame Show in 2024 and for sharing your top performances of the year - we included as many of your contributions as possible. We're back on Saturday to round up our top shows of the year. Emmanuel is currently playing Widow Twerkey in Aladdin at the Lyric Hammersmith, marking his third pantomime at the venue. Emmanuel originated the role of Pitch in For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy by Ryan Calais Cameron, performing the show at the New Diorama Theatre, Royal Court Theatre and Apollo Theatre. His other theatre credits include: Narrator in Sappho (Southwark Playhouse), Amiens in As You Like It (Globe Theatre), Mr Martin in The Bald Soprano (Leicester Square Theatre) and Jay in The Spalding Suite (Southbank Centre). This year Emmanuel directed the sold out premiere of his debut play Limp Wrist and The Iron Fist at the Brixton House Theatre. Follow Emmanuel on Instagram: @eman.akwafoAladdin runs at the Lyric Hammersmith until 5th January 2025. Visit www.lyric.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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ross Harmon (Wicked / Heathers) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Ross discuss the latest updates about Wicked's Golden Globe nominations and Patrice Tipoki reprising her performance as Elphaba in the Australian production after leaving the show fourteen years ago. They also discuss the latest news about Jamie Lloyd's Evita, Freaky Friday, If/Then, Sondheim’s final musical Here We Are and lots more.Most recently Ross understudied Fiyero in the West End production of Wicked (Apollo Victoria). His theatre credits also include: Pierce in Half a Sixpence (Kilworth House), Taboo 20th Anniversary Concert (London Palladium), Sunset Boulevard (Royal Albert Hall), Kurt Kelly in Heathers (Theatre Royal Haymarket), Jared/Rock in the premiere of But I’m A Cheerleader (Turbine Theatre) and Sky in Mamma Mia! (Royal Caribbean).Ross is a singer/songwriter and has released multiple EPs which are available on streaming platforms, including his festive single 'What Christmas Means To Me'. He's also an established singing, acting and career coach.Follow Ross on Instagram: @rossharmon_ This is the last episode of the series, but stay tuned for our special end of year episodes for a round-up of our top performances and shows of 2024. 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.

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Olivier nominee Rachel John (Hamilton / The Big Life) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Rachel discuss The Devil Wears Prada (Dominion Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Hamilton tour, Choir Of Man, Figaro, Fawlty Towers, And Juliet and more. They also pay tribute to Kyle Birch who passed away aged 26 on 2nd December. Kyle was a musical theatre performer and friend of the podcast, having co-hosted The West End Frame Show twice. Andrew and Rachel share memories and send their love to Kyle's family and loved ones.Rachel is preparing to star alongside Oliver Tompsett, Joel Harper-Jackson and Rachael Wooding in Christmas By Candlelight at the Adelphi Theatre on 17th December. Rachel made her professional debut in The Legend of the Lion King at Disnleyland Paris and went on to join the West End productions of The Lion King and Sister Act. After understudying Meat and Killer Queen on the first UK & Ireland tour of We Will Rock You, Rachel transferred to the West End production as Meat, becoming the first black actor to play the role. Rachel's theatre credits also include Mimi in Rent (UK Tour), Felicia in Memphis (Shaftesbury Theatre), Nicki and understudy Rachel in The Bodyguard (UK & Ireland Tour / West End / Toronto), Mrs Neilsen in Girl From The North Country (West End / Toronto), The Ghost of Christmas Present in A Christmas Carol (Old Vic) and Songs for a New World (London Palladium). Rachel released her debut solo album From My Lips To Gods Ear to huge acclaim. In 2017, Rachel originated the role of Angelica Schuyler in the West End premiere of Hamilton, receiving an Olivier nomination for her performance. She did an episode of our interviews podcast In The Frame last year whilst starring as August in the UK premiere of The Secret Life of Bees (Almedia Theatre). Earlier this year Rachel played Zulieka in the London revival of The Big Life (Theatre Royal Stratford East). Christmas By Candlelight is at the Adelphi Theatre on 17th December. Visit www.concertsbycandlelight.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.

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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.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Join us for our second special episode about the Wicked movie!In this episode, West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins is joined by Lisa Martland for a discussion (featuring SPOILERS) about the Wicked movie.In this episode, Andrew and Lisa discuss favourite riffs, Defying Gravity, cameos, changes to the story, Popular, hopes for Part 2 and more.Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa is the Founding Editor of one of the UK’s top theatre websites, www.musicaltheatrereview.com. Lisa is also Sub-Editor for Musicals Magazine.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.

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Tamara Tare (Shrek / Just For One Day) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Tamara discuss Here And Now: The Steps Musical (Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham) as well as the latest news about the Wicked movie's box office success, If/Then starring Kerry Ellis, Jeremy Jordan's new Broadway show, Tammy Faye closing and more.Having trained at the Royal Academy of Music, 2024 has been a big year for Tamara! She made her professional debut playing Alicia and understudying Amara in the premiere of Just For One Day: The Live Aid Musical at the Old Vic.Tamara just spent her summer at the Eventim Apollo playing Gingy in Shrek The Musical. Follow Tamara on Instagram: @tamaratare 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Join us for our first special episode about the Wicked movie!In this episode, West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins is joined by Lisa Martland for a spoiler-free discussion about their first reactions to the Wicked movie.Andrew and Lisa discuss Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande's performances, Jon M. Chu's direction, some of the musical numbers, highlights, emotions and more.Come back on Wednesday for the spoiler episode, featuring lots more Wicked movie chat and analysis! Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa is the Founding Editor of one of the UK’s top theatre websites, www.musicaltheatrereview.com. Lisa is also Sub-Editor for Musicals Magazine.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.

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Claire-Marie Hall (Operation Mincemeat) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Claire discuss Now That's What I Call A Musical (Milton Keynes Theatre, UK Tour) as well as the latest news about the Mattel Wicked dolls mishap, 13 Going On 30, Hadestown, Scissorhandz and more. Claire is currently starring as Jean Leslie & others in the West End production of Operation Mincemeat. She was part of the musical's original cast, originally performing it at the Southwark Playhouse and Riverside Studios before transferring to the West End's Fortune Theatre.Next year Claire will reunite with the original cast of Operation Mincemeat for the musical's Broadway transfer. Performances will begin in New York at the Golden Theatre on 15th February 2025, ahead of an official opening night on 20th March.Claire's theatre credits also include: The Innkeeper’s Wife in The Wicker Husband (Watermill Theatre), The Grinning Man (Trafalgar Studios), Tuptim in The King and I (Leicester Curve & National Tour), Gabriella High School Musical (Hammersmith Apollo & National Tour) and Cosette in Les Miserables (Queen’s Theatre).At the age of 11, Claire made her professional debut as Ngana in the National Theatre’s touring production of South Pacific. In this episode, Claire discusses her journey with Operation Mincemeat and how it feels to be taking the musical to Broadway!Follow Claire on Instagram: @claire_m_hall 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.

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Lewis Brown (Closer To Heaven / TikTok creator) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Lewis discuss Moulin Rouge starring Natalie Kassanga and Dom Simpson (Piccadilly Theatre) and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (Ambassadors Theatre) as well as the latest news about Hercules starring Luke Brady, The Great Gatsby, Miss Saigon, The Black British Theatre Awards and  more. Since training at Urdang, Lewis has done cruises, tours and pantomimes. Earlier this year he played Flynn in the London revival of Closer To Heaven: The Pet Shop Boys Musical at the Turbine Theatre. Lewis is also one of the leading theatre content creators in the UK; on TikTok he has over half a million followers and over fifty million likes. Lewis has collaborated with brands such as Amazon, Google, Samsung, Mastercard and Costa Coffee. Follow Lewis on TikTok/Instagram: @lewbearbrown 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.

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On this week’s solo episode, Andrew discusses Barcelona starring Lily Collins (Duke Of York’s Theatre) and The History Boys (Richmond Theatre, UK Tour) as well as the latest news about Scissorhandz, Les Misérables casting, Operation Mincemeat on Broadway, Hugh Jackman and more. 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.

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Georgina James (Beetlejuice / Jerry Springer The Opera) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Georgina discuss Becoming Nancy (Birmingham Rep) and The Lion King (Lyceum Theatre) as well as the latest news about Andrew Lloyd Webber's new musical, Why Am I So Single, Smash, Bonnie Langford and lots more. Georgina has toured the world as a lead vocalist on various cruise ships. Her theatre credits include Andrea/Archangel Michael in Jerry Springer The Opera (Hope Mill Theatre) and Miss Lynch in Grease (Royal Caribbean). Most recently Georgina starred as Barbara in Beetlejuice The Musical (Norwegian Cruise Line). She is also a highly acclaimed and sought after jazz and vintage vocalist, performing at events and busking on the streets of London. Follow Georgina on Instagram: @georginajamesssHosted 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.

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Toby Shellard (Pretty Woman / Hairspray) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Toby discuss Musical Con (ExCel Centre), Come Alive: The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular (Empress Museum) and The Devil Wears Prada press launch as well as the latest news about Dirty Dancing, casting for Joseph starring Christina Bianco and Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, the UK Theatre Awards and lots more.Toby graduated from Arts Ed last year and went on to make his professional debut as Brad and understudy Corny Collins in Hairspray at the Kilworth House Theatre. He played Jacob in the workshop of Babies and has just finished touring the UK & Ireland in Pretty Woman The Musical as understudy Gulio. Follow Toby on Instagram: @tobyshellard Toby stars as Jack in Jack & The Beanstalk at the Buxton Opera House 6th December 2024 - 1st January 2025. Visit www.buxtonoperahouse.org.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.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Meesha Turner (Six / Stranger Things) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Meesha discuss Reverberation (Bristol Old Vic) as well as the latest news about Titanique, Wicked merch, Max Harwood being cast in The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical and lots more. Meesha is a 2020 graduate of The Royal Academy of Music. After touring in Soul Legends and The Magic of Motown, she made her West End debut as Catherine Parr in Six The Musical (Vaudeville Theatre). Meesha went on to play Mrs Cratchit in A Christmas Carol (Old Vic) and is currently coming to the end of her run in the original cast of Stranger Things: The First Shadow (Phoenix Theatre). Later this month Meesha is starring in the concert of Matthew Harvey’s new musical Unbound. Following its premiere at the Birmingham Hippodrome as part of BYMT’s 20th anniversary season, Unbound is being staged at Hoxton Hall under the creative direction of Ryan Carter. You can see Unbound at Hoxton Hall on 27th October. Visit www.unboundmusical.com for info and tickets. Follow Meesha on Instagram: @turnermeeshaHosted 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.

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Katie Bernstein returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Katie talk about the sad loss of Dame Maggie Smith, Gavin Creel and Ken Page. They also discuss Buyer and Cellar (King's Head Theatre), Cake (The Other Palace) and A Chorus Line (Wycombe Swan Theatre, UK Tour) as well as the latest news about Operation Mincemeat, West End Musical Halloween, Hadestown, Choir Of Man and lots more. Katie was most recently in Power of Sail and Habeas Corpus, both at the Menier Chocolate Factory. Her West End credits include The Man in the White Suit, The Play That Goes Wrong, Mrs Henderson Presents and Urinetown. Katie was in Allegro at the Southwark Playhouse and the 2013 concert tour of Rent.  She also works extensively on screen. Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiebernsteinukHosted 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.

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Having premiered at the Tobacco Factory prior to a sold out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Tink is about to kick off a London run at The Other Palace Studio. The show is composed and performed by Kat Kleve and written and directed by Lizzy Connolly with movement direction from Rosanna Bates."Tink is an imperfect, messy ‘female gaze fairytale’ in all its ugly glory. A nostalgic and thoroughly modern coming of age musical monologue navigating the complex social struggles of tweens, teens and full on adulting. It’s a love letter to a young you – reminding you to SHINE – like little you would want you to!"After a day of rehearsals, Kat, Lizzy and Rosanna sat down with West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins over a glass of prosecco to discuss what this show means to them, how it feels to be revisiting the piece and navigating their careers as creatives whilst also being mums. Tink runs at The Other Palace Studio 8th - 20th October. Visit www.theotherpalace.co.uk for info and tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Join us for the first ever Q&A episode of The West End Frame Show! Performer Shane Antony-Whitely joins West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins to answer your questions! Topics range from Dream Revivals, West End Concerts, Touring Shows, Dream Guests, Theatre Temperatures and lots more. After graduating from ArtsEd, Shane made his feature film debut in Wonka for Disney. His stage credits include Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (UK tour / Canada), The Mikado (Wilton’s Music Hall / UK Tour) and The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe (Birmingham Rep). Follow Shane on Instagram:  @_.shaneawhitelyHosted 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Shane Antony-Whitely (Joseph / The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show!In this episode Andrew and Shane discuss Reece Richards becoming the victim of unlawful arrest and police misconduct whilst travelling home after a performance of Hairspray. They also discuss the closure of Cake, nominations for the Black British Theatre Awards, plus lots more. After graduating from ArtsEd, Shane made his feature film debut in Wonka for Disney. His stage credits include Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (UK tour / Canada), The Mikado (Wilton’s Music Hall / UK Tour) and The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe (Birmingham Rep). Follow Shane on Instagram:  @_.shaneawhitelyHosted 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.

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Ebby Sama (Come Alive: The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular) co-hosts The West End Frame Show. Andrew and Ebby discuss Why Am I So Single? (Garrick Theatre), The Rocky Horror Show (Dominion Theatre) and Silence (Turbine Theatre) as well as the latest news about Mrs Doubtfire, White Rabbit Red Rabbit, Ghost In Concert, Kinky Boots, Natalie Kassanga joining Moulin Rouge and lots more!Ebby is currently in rehearsals for Come Alive: The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular. Ebby is one of the dancers in the show, which brings together musical theatre and circus.Come Alive: The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular features a new story inspired by the 20th Century Fox Motion Picture and features all the hit songs by Pasek and Paul including ‘This Is Me’, ‘Rewrite the Stars’ and ‘A Million Dreams’. It's set to run at The Empress Museum in Earls Court.Having trained at Urdang, Ebby's theatre credits include: Vanara (Hackney Empire), Moulin Rouge (Piccadilly Theatre), The Lion King (UK & Ireland Tour) and Johannes Radebe’s House of Jojo (UK Tour). Come Alive: The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular opens at The Empress Museum in Earls Court on 16th October. Visit www.comealiveshow.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.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Join West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins for another Show Talk episode!In this episode, Andrew discusses Shifters (Duke of York's Theatre), Oliver! (Chichester Festival Theatre), The 39 Steps (Trafalgar Theatre) and A Night with Janis Joplin (Peacock Theatre). 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Before kicking off a new series join West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins for some Show Talk!In this episode, Andrew discusses Something Rotten (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Oklahoma! (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Fiddler on the Roof (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre) and Fangirls (Lyric Hammersmith). 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.

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Join West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins for a round-up of some shows at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival. The show's discussed include T*t Swingers (Pleasance Courtyard), Jake Roche: Neporrhoids (Pleasance Courtyard), I Wish You Well (Underbelly George Square), Come Dine With Me (Underbelly Bristo Square), Who Do Ya Love (Assembly George Square Studios) and Pop Off, Michelangelo! (Gilded Balloon Patter House). 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.

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Musical theatre writers Caitlyn Burt & Amir Shoenfeld (When We Strike) co-host The West End Frame Show!Andrew Caitlyn and Amir discuss A Chorus Line (Sadler's Wells) and I'm Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire (Southwark Playhouse) as well as the latest news about Lin-Manuel Miranda's new musical, Your Lie In April, Dear Evan Hansen in Australia, The History Boys and lots more. Caitlyn and Amir were the first writing team to be selected for the Cameron Mackintosh Composer Residency, hosted by Theatr Clwyd in 2022. They are the creators of new musical in development, Otto Weidt's Brush And Broom Workshop For The Blind and their very Australian audio musical Sheila The Tiny Turtle is featured on the podcast Bite-Sized Broadway.Their song 'Looking at the Moon' was selected by Tony winner Jason Robert Brown as the winner of the Song For Our Time initiative for Tarento Productions in 2020. Their new punk-rock musical When We Strike is premiering at the Southwark Playhouse later this month as part of BYMT's new season. The show tells the story of the Match Girls’ strike – the strike that sparked the British labour movement – with a company of all-female and non-binary performers and musicians.When We Strike runs at the Southwark Playhouse on 30th and 31st August. Visit www.southwarkplayhouse.co.uk for info and tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Join West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins for some extra Show Talk!In this episode, Andrew discusses Hello Dolly! starring Imelda Staunton (London Palladium), Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World (The Other Palace) and Shrek The Musical (Eventim Apollo, Hammersmith). 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

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.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ian Oswald (Burlesque / Moulin Rouge) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Ian discuss The Baker's Wife (Menier Chocolate Factory), Six (Vaudeville Theatre) and Hadestown (Lyric Theatre) as well as the latest news about Here And Now, Becoming Nancy, Sunset Boulevard, House of Cleopatra, I Am Harvey Milk and lots more.Ian is currently in the original cast of Burlesque which recently premiered at the Manchester Opera House. The show is set to play further seasons in Manchester and Glasgow ahead of a planned West End run. Most recently Ian was the dance captain in the original West End cast of Moulin Rouge (Piccadilly Theatre). His other theatre credits include: Disney's Aladdin, (Prince Edward  Theatre), The Last Tango (Phoenix Theatre), Dance Till Dawn (Aldwych Theatre / UK Tour), understudy Tick in Priscilla Queen Of The Desert (Palace Theatre / UK Tour), Fred Casely and understudy Billy Flynn in Chicago (UK Tour), Purse and understudy Electra / Greaseball in Starlight Express (Bochum), Don and understudy Zach in A Chorus Line (Lowry), Micheal Flatleys Celtic Tiger (International Arena Tour), Simply Ballroom (UK Tour) and Boogie Nights (UK Tour).Ian's screen credits include body double for King Triton in The Little Mermaid (Disney), Captain Of The Spanish Guard in The Pirates Of The Caribbean (Disney), The Crown (Netflix), Too Much (Netflix ), How It Feels To Be A Girl (BBC), Saturday Night Takeaway (ITV), Night At The Musicals (Disney), Hollyoaks (Channel 4), The Voice (ITV), MTV Awards (MTV) and The Royal Variety Performance (ITV). Ian is set to appear as a dancer in the upcoming film adaptation of Wicked (Universal). Follow Ian on Instagram: @ianoswald80 Burlesque runs at the Theatre Royal Glasgow 11th – 28th September and Manchester Opera House 3rd October – 2nd November.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.

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Julie Yammanee (I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical / Jerry's Girls) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Julie discuss And Juliet (Manchester Opera House, UK Tour) and the BYMT 20 Years on Stage Gala (The Other Palace) as well as the latest news about Six's new UK & International tour cast, the most streamed Broadway musicals, Equity taking legal action against Spotlight, Joe McElderry returning to Joseph, Alyssa Fox returning to Frozen and more. Julie is reprising her performance in I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical by Alexander S Bermange. The show is currently running in London at the King's Head Theatre before heading off on tour and returning to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Most recently, Julie starred in Jerry's Girls (Menier Chocolate Factory. Her theatre credits also include: Bonnie and Clyde (Garrick Theatre / Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella (Hope Mill), Carousel (Kilworth House), Gatsby (Southwark Playhouse), Spamilton (Menier Chocolate Factory), Lazarus (King's Cross), And The Winner Is (Vaults), Aladdin (Hackney Empire), Priscilla Queen of the Desert (UK & international tour), Here Lies Love (National Theatre) and Avenue Q (UK tour). On screen Julie has appeared in Matilda (Netflix / Working Title) and A Christmas Story Christmas (Legendary / Warner Brothers HBO MAX). I Wish My Life were Like A Musical runs at the King's Head Theatre until Sunday 21st July. It runs at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 1st – 25th August and is touring to Cork, Newbury, Wolverhampton and Winchester. Visit www.likeamusical.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.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Kyle Birch (A Strange Loop / I’m Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Kyle and Andrew discuss Title Of Show (Phoenix Arts Club) as well as the latest news about The Society of London Theatre’s “Theatre for Every Child" campaign, casting for the Les Misérables arena tour, James Corden delaying a performance of The Constituent to watch England's penalties and lots more. Kyle is currently playing Brenda Dee Cankles & others in I'm Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire at the Southwark Playhouse (Borough, The Little). Written by Samantha Hurley, the show is described as a sharp new comedy that reminds us that with great obsession comes great heartache.Last year Kyle was in the UK premiere of A Strange Loop. Direct from Broadway, Kyle started out as the alternate for the central character, Usher, before taking over the role full-time to huge acclaim for the final months of its run at the Barbican Centre. Some of Kyle's other theatre credits include The Color Purple (UK Tour), Bat Boy (London Palladium), Children Of Eden (Cadogan Hall) and various iterations of In Pieces. He starred as Agwe in the British Theatre Academy's production of Once On This Island (Southwark Playhouse). I’m Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire runs at the Southwark Playhouse (Borough, The Little) until 10th August. Visit www.southwarkplayhouse.co.uk for info and tickets.Follow Kyle on Instagram: @kbirch27 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.

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On this week's solo episode, Andrew discusses Mean Girls (Savoy Theatre), Starlight Express (Troubadour Wembley Park) and Six (UK Tour, New Theatre Oxford) as well as the latest news about Hercules, the Avenue Q reunion, Natasha Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 and lots more. 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.

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Choreographer Joanna Goodwin (Pippin / My Fair Lady) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Joanna discuss Kiss Me Kate (Barbican Centre), Rent (New Peterborough Theatre) and Standing At The Sky's Edge (Gillian Lyne Theatre) as well as the latest news about West End Live, Bat Out Of Hell, The Lightening Thief, Ian McKellen and lots more. Some of Joanna's current shows include the tour of An Officer and a Gentleman, the London production of Marie Curie (Charing Cross Theatre) and the West End production of A View From The Bridge (Theatre Royal Haymarket).Later this year Joanna is choreographing an all-star cast in Sondheim On Sondheim (Alexandra Palace Theatre), My Fair Lady (Leicester Curve) and Snow White (Theatre Royal Plymouth). Some of Joanna's other recent productions have included Pippin In Concert (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Oliver! (Leeds Playhouse), Love Never Dies in Concert (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Much Ado About Nothing (Sheffield Crucible), I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical (Edinburgh Festival), Gypsy (Alexandra Palace Theatre), Sunset Boulevard  (Royal Albert Hall & Alexandra Palace Theatre) and Just So (Barn Theatre). Follow Joanna on Instagram: @jgoodwindanceHosted 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Khalid Daley (The Big Life / Choir Boy) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Khalid discuss Babies (The Other Palace), Kathy & Stella (Ambassadors Theatre) and Marie Curie (Charing Cross Theatre) as well as the latest news about The Tony Awards, Tammy Faye, Dear Evan Hansen, Jemma Rix returning to Wicked and lots more. Having trained at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, Khalid’s theatre credits include: Dick Whittington (National Theatre), War Horse (UK and International Tour), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (UK & Ireland Tour), Hamlet (UK Tour), Careen – The True History of Bonnie and Clyde (Birmingham Rep), Godspell (Edinburgh Fringe Festival), Sweet Charity (National Youth Music Theatre) and Lord of the Flies (New Adventures). Khalid previously recorded an episode of In The Frame shortly after completing his run as  John Laurens & Philip Hamilton in the West End production of Hamilton (Victoria Palace Theatre). Most recently Khalid has played Junior in Choir Boy (Bristol Old Vic) and Dennis in The Big Life (Stratford East). He also recently played Henry Johnson in The Great War (History Channel / RadicalMedia). Follow Khalid on Instagram: @khalidaley 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.

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Rushand Chambers (For Black Boys / The Lion King) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Rushand discuss Jesus Christ Superstar (UK & Ireland Tour, New Victoria Theatre Woking), Heathers (@SohoPlace) and Diva: Live From Hell (King's Head Theatre) as well as the latest news about Sondheim On Sondheim, The Devil Wears Prada, Dolly Parton, The Phantom of the Opera, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and more. They also talk about Kayleigh McKnight leaving Six The Musical and Kathy & Stella's press night being cancelled due to a water leak. Most recently Rushand understudied Onyx and Jet in the West End production of For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy (Garrick Theatre). Rushand  understudied Mufasa in The Lion King (West End / UK & Ireland Tour), starred as Ike Turner in Tina: The Rock Musical (German Tour) and played Melvin Franklin Just My Imagination (UK Tour).Follow Rushand on Instagram: @rushandchambers  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.

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Kayla Carter returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Kayla discuss Redcliffe (The Other Palace Studio) and the Spring Awakening 15th Anniversary Reunion Concert (Victoria Palace Theatre) as well as the latest news about Audra McDonald, Calamity Jane, Your Lie In April, The 39 Steps and more. After graduating from the Royal Academy Of Music, Kayla made her professional debut in Rent at the Hope Mill Theatre. Her theatre credits also include Bedknobs and Broomsticks (UK & Ireland Tour) and The Color Purple (UK & Ireland Tour). Most recently Kayla originated the role of Bonnie in the premiere of I Should Be So Lucky (UK & Ireland Tour). Kayla has done countless workshops, including Lovestuck, Jubilee, SuperYou, Prom Fever and Fangirls. Follow Kayla on Instagram: @kaylacarter_ 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.

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In this week's episode West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins catches up on the biggest theatre news stories  from the past few weeks and reviews some shows. Andrew discusses the Wicked trailer, Rob Madge's Regards To Broadway (Garrick Theatre), Passing Strange (Young Vic) and Sister Act starring Claudia Kariuki (Dominion Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Sister Act live cast album, Title Of Show, Marisha Wallace, Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World, Death of England and more. Andrew also delves into the cancellation of the Bonnie & Clyde tour and talks about the indecent which occurred during a performance of Grease at the Ipswich Regent Theatre where there were reports of an audience member heckling racial slurs at a cast member during the show. 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.

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We're taking you back to New York for part two of our Broadway special! Andrew is joined by theatre journalist Lisa Martland (Editor of Musical Theatre Review) to delve into three new musicals from the 2023-24 Broadway season and two long-running shows. They discuss The Outsiders (Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre), The Heart of Rock & Roll (James Earl Jones Theatre), The Notebook (Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre), Moulin Rouge starring Boy George (Al Hirschfeld Theatre) and Six (Lena Horne Theatre). Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa is the Founding Editor of one of the UK’s top theatre websites, Musical Theatre Review which recently celebrated its tenth anniversary. Lisa is also Sub-Editor for Musicals Magazine.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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

This week West End Frame Editor Andrew is in New York for the first of two Broadway episodes. Andrew is joined by theatre journalist Lisa Martland (Editor of Musical Theatre Review) to delve into five new musicals and one revival from the 2023-24 Broadway season. They discuss Suffs (Music Box Theatre), The Great Gatsby (Broadway Theatre), The Wiz (Marquis Theatre), Hell’s Kitchen: A New Musical from Alicia Keys (Shubert Theatre), Water For Elephants (Imperial Theatre) and Lemkicka (Longacre Theatre). Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa is the Founding Editor of one of the UK’s top theatre websites, Musical Theatre Review which recently celebrated its tenth anniversary. Lisa is also Sub-Editor for Musicals Magazine.Come back next week for our second Broadway episode!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.

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Emmanuel Akwafo (Sappho / For Black Boys) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Emmanuel discuss Sister Act starring Beverley Knight (Dominion Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Tony Award nominations,  Lempicka closing, Titanique's West End transfer, Lucie Jones starring in The Baker's Wife, casting for The Bodyguard in Slovenia and lots more. Emmanuel played Pitch in the original cast of For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy at the Royal Court and for the play's first sold out West End run at the Apollo Theatre.Some of his other theatre credits include Lady Jelly-Bottom in Cinderella (Lyric Hammersmith), Amiens in As You Like It (Globe Theatre), Tim T in Primary Playwrights (Soho Theatre), Dame Trott in Jack and the Beanstalk (Lyric Hammersmith) and Mr Martin in The Bald Soprano (Leicester Square Theatre).Emmanuel is currently playing the Narrator in Sappho by Wendy Beckett which is spreading queer joy at the Southwark Playhouse. Fusing ancient poetry with modern music, Greek chorus with contemporary dance, Sappho is described as a thrilling adult fairy tale of mythic proportions that may – or may not – have happened.Follow Emmanuel on Instagram: @eman.akwafo. Sappho runs at the Southwark Playhouse until 25th May, visit www.southwarkplayhouse.co.uk for tickets. 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.

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West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, is back for some bonus show talk!The shows covered in this episode include Pippin In Concert (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), 42 Balloons (The Lowry, Salford), Frankie Goes To Bollywood (Watford Palace, UK Tour) and Remembrance Monday (Seven Dials Playhouse). 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.

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Andrew hosts a solo episode of The West End Frame Show. Andrew discusses Stranger Things: The First Shadow (Phoenix Theatre), Two Strangers Carry A Cake Across New York (Criterion Theatre) and Wicked (Apollo Victoria Theatre) as well as the latest news about stage door etiquette following Melanie La Barrie's recent online statements, Sister Act, My Son's A Queer, 2:22 and lots more. 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.

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Reece Kerridge (Adam/Felicia in Priscilla The Party) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Reece discuss Ushers: The Front Of House Musical (The Other Palace Studio) and The Ballad of Hattie and James (Kiln Theatre) as well as the latest news about this year's London Palladium Pantomime starring Jane McDonald and Julian Clary, Oliver! transferring to the West End, 2:22 making a West End return and lots more. Some of Reece's theatre credits include The Book of Mormon (West End), understudy  SpongeBob & Squidward in SpongeBob The Musical (UK & Ireland Tour), Top Hat (The Mill at Sonning), understudy cover Lord Farquaad in Shrek The Musical (UK & Ireland Tour) and Our House (Union Theatre) as well as many pantomimes and cabarets. As a presenter Reece co-hosted the radio show Sit In The Stalls and also performs as his drag persona Gracie Lou. After spending Christmas touring arenas in Peter Pan and Elf The Musical, in which he understudied Buddy, Reece is now starring as Adam/Felicia in Priscilla The Party which has opened at HERE at Outernet.Priscilla the Party is staged by the creative team behind Priscilla Queen of the Desert The Musical re-directed by original director Simon Phillips and choreographed by Andrew Hallsworth. Priscilla the Party is booking at HERE at Outernet until Sunday 29th September 2024. Visit www.priscillatheparty.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.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ben Culleton (Les Misérables / La Cage aux Folles) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Ben discuss the 2024 Olivier Awards (Royal Albert Hall), Your Lie In April (Theatre Royal Drury Lane) and Bare In Concert (London Palladium) as well as the latest news about Kinky Boots starring Johannes Radebe, Lauren Samuels joining Wicked's US tour, Heathers, Rob Madge, Opening Night and lots more. Ben is currently playing Courfeyrac and understudying Enjolras in the West End production of Les Misérables (Sondheim Theatre). Having trained at ArtsEd, he made his West End debut understudying Kenickie and Doody in Grease (Dominion Theatre). Ben's other theatre credits include swing in 42nd Street (Théâtre du Châtelet) and Ricky in Pump Up The Volume (Turbine Theatre, MT Fest). Last summer Ben received huge acclaim for playing Jean-Michel in Tim Sheader's revival of La Cage aux Folles (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre). Follow Ben on Instagram @benculletonn. For info about Les Misérables visit www.lesmis.com. 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.

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Jye Frasca (Syncopation / Wicked) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Jye discuss Red Pitch (@SohoPlace), Coming Clean (Turbine Theatre) and Cruel Intentions (The Other Palace) as well as the latest news about Oklahoma!, Jessica Vosk, I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical, Jerry's Girls and more. There's also discussion about the online racial abuse which occurred following Francesca Amewudah-Rivers' casting in The Jamie Lloyd Company's production of Romeo & Juliet. After growing up in Australia, Jye moved to London to attend drama school. Jye was in the original West End casts of Wicked, Jersey Boys and Mary Poppins, with his other UK theatre credits including West Side Story, Mamma Mia, Cats, Anything Goes, Love’s Labour's Lost, We Will Rock You and Thrill Me. After moving to America, Jye took over as Frankie Valli in the Las Vegas production of Jersey Boys before making his Broadway debut as Boq in Wicked for the musical’s 15th anniversary! Jye has worked on screen, most recently appearing in Amazon Freevee’s Leverage: Redemption. Ten years on from moving to America, Jye is back on the London stage, starring in Syncopation at the Bridewell Theatre.  Directed by Karen Jemison, Jye is performing opposite Devon-Elise Johnson in the UK premiere of  Allan Knee's two-hander ballroom-inspired play. Syncopation runs at the Bridewell Theatre until Saturday 13th April 2024. Visit www.syncopation.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.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week Andrew flies solo for a packed episode of The West End Frame Show.Andrew discusses MJ The Musical (Prince Edward Theatre), Opening Night (Gielgud Theatre), Breeding (King's Head Theatre), Priscilla The Party (Here At Outernet), Wild About You In Concert (Theatre Royal Drury Lane) and Tosh Wanogho-Maud: Songs + Stories (Piano Smithfield) as well as the latest news about Mean Girls, & Juliet, The Devil Wears Prada, Cool Rider Live and more. 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.

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Rachel Rawlinson (Six / Heathers) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Rachel discuss For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy (Garrick Theatre), Pretty Woman (Milton Keynes Theatre, UK & Ireland Tour) and Syncopation (Bridewell Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Wicked Movie, Babies, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Tammy Faye, Ben Platt and lots more.Rachel recently completed a two year run as a Super Swing in the West End production of Six The Musical (Vaudeville Theatre), covering and playing all six queens. As a child, Rachel understudied Jemima Potts in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (London Palladium), played Jane Banks in Mary Poppins (Prince Edward Theatre) and Margaret Gormley in Billy Elliot (Victoria Palace Theatre). Some of her other credits include: Wag The Musical (Charing Cross Theatre), Rizzo in Grease (Belinda King), Diva in Priscilla Queen of the Desert (Norwegian), Christmas Spectacular (Thursford), Daisy in Jack and the Beanstalk (Harlow Playhouse) and Reno Sweeney in Anything Goes (Edinburgh Fringe Festival), Rachel played Stoner Chick and understudied Ms Fleming & Martha in Heathers (Theatre Royal Haymarket). She's preparing to launch her own business called Rest End.Follow Rachel on instagram: @rachelrawlinsonHosted 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.

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Jenny Fitzpatrick (Nancy in Oliver!) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Jenny discuss Guys & Dolls (Bridge Theatre) and The Wizard of Oz (New Wimbledon Theatre, UK & Ireland Tour) as well as the latest news about the Olivier Award nominations, Pippin In Concert, Dolly Parton's Here You Come Again, West End Does: Country plus lots more. Jenny recently received huge acclaim for her performance as Nancy in Oliver! at the Leeds Playhouse, having previously played the Rose Seller in the West End production. Jenny made her professional debut in Henry IV  Part I, A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Camelot at the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre. Her credits also include Nala in Legend Of The Lion King (Disneyland Paris), Ronnette in Little Shop of Horros (Menier Chocolate Factory/West End), Billie in Our House (UK Tour), Louise & understudy Oda Mae Brown in Ghost The Musical (Manchester/West End), Delores in Sister Act (Aberystwyth), A Pacificst’s Guide To The War On Cancer (National Theatre), Muzzy in Thoroughly Modern Millie (UK Tour), Lucius/Centurion in Boudica (Globe), Fish/Sonny’s mum in Wonderboy (Bristol Old Vic), Ghost of Christmas Present in A Christmas Carol (Old Vic), Fama in Berlusconi (Southwark Playhouse) and multiple runs as Justice in Rock Of Ages (UK Tour).Having played Tina Turner in the 2013 UK tour of the musical Soul Sister, Jenny was the alternate Tina Turner in the original West End cast of Tina: The Tina Turner Musical. Jenny recorded an episode of our interviews podcast In The Frame whilst starring in The World Goes Round (Barn Theatre). On screen, she has been seen in The Alienist, Mi High V ‘Patient’ and EastEnders. Follow Jenny on Instagram: @jennytfitzHosted 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.

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Benjamin Yates (Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Benjamin discuss The Drifters Girl (New Oxford Theatre, UK Tour) and An Officer and a Gentleman(Glasgow Kings Theatre, UK Tour) as well as the latest news about Marisha Wallace entering the Celebrity Big Brother House, Mary Poppins, & Juliet, MJ and lots more. Some of Benjamin's theatre credits include understudy Fiyero in Wicked (UK & Ireland tour),  understudy Tony in West Side Story (Kilworth House), Mungojerrie in Cats (London Palladium), Sonny in Grease (Slovenia),  School of Rock (West End), Wonderland (UK Tour), Tommy The Musical (Blackpool Winter Garden) and Jesus Christ Superstar (World Arena Tour). On screen, he starred in several episodes of Emmerdale (ITV).  Benjamin played Tommy DeVito in the West End revival of Jersey Boys at the Trafalgar Theatre and is currently starring as the Scarecrow in the UK & Ireland Tour of The Wizard Of Oz. 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.

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Ryan Carter (Ain't Too Proud / Choir Of Man) returns to The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Ryan have a conversation about the reaction to the Black Out Performances announced for Slave Play. They also discuss Standing At The Sky's Edge (Gillian Lynne Theatre), Cable Street (Southwark Playhouse), Side Show In Concert (London Palladium) and Before After (Southwark Playhouse) as well as the latest news about Cabaret, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Closer To Heaven and lots more. Ryan is an actor and all-round creative. On stage he has been in Motown The Musical (Shaftesbury Theatre), Choir Of Man (Edinburgh Fringe Festival), The Boyfriend (Menier Chocolate Factory) and The World Goes Round (Barn Theatre). Most recently Ryan played Smokey Robinson and covered Eddie Kendricks in the West End production of Ain’t Too Proud (Prince Edward Theatre). As the creative producer of RyCa Productions, Ryan produced the acclaimed Refresh concerts as well as a series of shows at Jack Solomons. Ryan was one of the Creative Directors for Turn Up London, he was Creative Director of Digital Projects for The Barn Theatre where he made the interactive concert The Secret Society of Leading Ladies and worked on Now Or Never by Matthew Harvey. He was the Casting Director for The Wiz at the Hope Mill Theatre, has worked with Urdang and is currently working on the Spring Awakening concert (Victoria Palace Theatre). Follow Ryan on Instagram: @ryanjesse95 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, is back for some bonus show talk!The shows covered in this episode include The Big Life (Stratford East), I Should Be So Lucky (New Wimbledon Theatre, UK Tour), Bronco Billy (Charing Cross Theatre), Redcliffe (MT Fest, Turbine Theatre), Frozen (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Mamma Mia! (Novello Theatre) and Daniel Koek's West End Sessions (Brooks Mews Wine Bar). Andrew also discusses West End Frame's 12th birthday and the sad Broadway postponement of My Son'a A Queer (But What Can You Do).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.

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Amy Thornton (Moulin Rouge / Evita) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Amy discuss Hadestown (Lyric Theatre) and Hamilton (Victoria Palace Theatre) as well as the latest news about Donny Osmond, Wild About You, Claudia Kariuki, Miriam Margolyes and more.Amy recently completed her run as Nini in the West End production of Moulin Rogue (Piccadilly Theatre) and played Tess in the workshop of Burlesque The Musical.Amy’s West End credits include: Palladium Panto (London Palladium), Matilda (Cambridge), Rock of Ages & Flashdance (Shaftesbury), Never Forget (Savoy) and Grease (Piccadilly). Her credits also include: Evita (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre),  Fame (UK Tour & Monte Carlo), Cats (Jersey & Guernsey) and Starlight Express (UK & Scandinavian Tour). Amy was in Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (Universal). Alongside her performing career, Amy works as an assistant, associate and resident choreographer with the likes of Ellen Kane, Karen Bruce  and Fabian Aloise. She was resident choreographer for the West End production of Matilda, assistant choreographer for the US, Australian, German, Chinese, Paris and UK touring productions of The Bodyguard and associate choreographer for Regent Park’s Evita. Amy was Ellen Kane’s assistant choreographer for the film adaptation of Matilda.Follow Amy on Instagram: @itsamythorntonHosted 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.

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We're back for a brand new season of The West End Frame Show - join us for your weekly stagey catchup! This week, Blair Gibson (Elder Price in The Book of Mormon) co-hosts The West End Frame Show.Andrew and Blair discuss the Wicked trailer, Everybody's Talking About Jamie (Peacock Theatre) and Just For One Day (The Old Vic) as well as the latest news about The Devil Wears Prada, Oliver!, Why Am I So Single? and more.Blair's early theatre credits include Erik in The Sorcerer’s Apprentice (London workshop), Shane in Game Night (Drayton Arms Theatre), The Beast in Beauty & the Beast (Corn Exchange Newbury), Prince Charming in Cinderella (Bristol Hippodrome) and Mike Singer in Zanna, Don’t! (The Edinburgh Festival Fringe). Blair played Bob Gaudio in Jersey Boys for Norwegian Cruise Lines before reprising his performance for the musical's UK & Ireland tour during which he appeared on our interviews podcast In The Frame. Last year Blair took over as Elder Price in the West End production of The Book of Mormon at the Prince Of Wales Theatre, becoming the first British actor to debut as the principal Elder Price in London. Follow Blair on Instagram: @blairgibson__The Book of Mormon runs at the Prince Of Wales Theatre. Visit www.thebookofmormonmusical.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.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We're back for a catchup about everything all the shows we've seen over the past couple of months!In part two, Andrew and theatre journalist Lisa Martland discuss Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) (Kiln Theatre), The Witches (National Theatre), You're A Good Man Charlie Brown (Upstairs at the Gatehouse), Peter Pan (London Palladium), Six (West End & Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, UK & Ireland Tour), Sunset Boulevard (Savoy Theatre) and The Book of Mormon starring Blair Gibson and Paige Peddie (Prince Of Wales Theatre). Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa is the Founding Editor of one of the UK’s top theatre websites, Musical Theatre Review which recently celebrated its tenth anniversary. Lisa is also Sub-Editor for Musicals Magazine.Part One of this episode was released yesterday (Tuesday 6th February). 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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

We're back for a catchup about everything all the shows we've seen over the past couple of months!In part one, Andrew and theatre journalist Lisa Martland discuss Wicked (Edinburgh Playhouse, UK Tour) starring Casey Al-Shaqsy and Megan Gardiner, The Motive & The Cue (Noël Coward Theatre), Rehab The Musical (Neon 194), Alan Cumming is Not Acting His Age (Theatre Royal Drury Lane) and Cruel Intentions: The 90s Musical (The Other Palace). Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa is the Founding Editor of one of the UK’s top theatre websites, Musical Theatre Review which recently celebrated its tenth anniversary. Lisa is also Sub-Editor for Musicals Magazine.Part Two drops tomorrow (Wednesday 7th February). 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.

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To mark the UK release of The Color Purple movie, we're delving into the the new movie musical.Directed by Blitz Bazawule, The Color Purple has screenplay by Marcus Gardley. The cast is led by Fantasia Barrino as Celie, Danielle Brooks as Sofia and Taraji P. Henson as Shug. Alice Walker wrote the original Color Purple novel in 1982, three years later the original film was released and in 2005 the musical adaptation - with a score by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray - opened on Broadway. This episode is co-hosted by Emmie from Theatre & Tonic. Emmie started the theatre blog back in 2014 and hasn’t looked back, growing Theatre & Tonic to a content filled theatre website with lots of contributors. As well as popping up on various BBC radio stations, Emmie has hosted many episodes of The Stagey Place podcast. Alongside all of that, she is the Editor and Social Media Manager for London Box Office Limited. In this episode, Andrew and Emmie discuss their thoughts about the new Color Purple movie and Emmie reflects on ten years of theatre blogging. The Color Purple is in cinemas now. Check out Theatre & Tonic at www.theatreandtonic.co.uk.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.

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We're back with a totally fetch episode about the brand new Mean Girls movie!Ahead of Mean Girls opening in the West End in June, the stage musical has been adapted into a brand new film. Directed by Samantha Jayne and Arturo Perez Jr, Tina Fey has once again written the movie's script. The cast includes Angourie Rice as Cady Heron, Reneé Rapp as Regina George, Auliʻi Cravalho as Janis, Jaquel Spivey as Damian, Avantika as Karen and Bebe Wood as Gretchen. This episode is co-hosted by writer and actor Jenna Fincken.Jenna wrote and starred in her one-person play Ruckus which had a sold-out, highly acclaimed run at the 2022 Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Later that year, the show transferred to London for a run at the Southwark Playhouse. Jenna was nominated for an Offie Award for Best Lead Performance in a Play and Ruckus was nominated for Best Off-West End production at the WhatsOnStage Awards. She’s about return to the show for a tour. In this episode, Andrew and Jenna delve into their thoughts about the new Mean Girls movie and Jenna discusses why she's so excited to take Ruckus on tour. You can see Ruckus at the Mercury Theatre, Colchester 9th - 10th February, North Wall, Oxford 20th - 21st February, Harlow Playhouse 15th March and MAST Mayflower Studios, Southampton 19th March. For info and tickets, visit www.jennafincken.com.Mean Girls is in cinemas now. 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.

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Theatre and lifestyle blogger Rachel Agyekum and West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, round up their Top Shows of 2023! Thank you for listening to The West End Frame Show in 2023 and for sharing your top shows of the year - we included as many follower/listener contributions as possible in this episode. We're taking a little break in the New Year, but will be back in 2024 with lots more stagey catchups. Rachel founded Rachel Reviewed in 2022 and writes reviews for her website alongside creating reel reviews and other theatre-related content for Instagram and TikTok. Rachel also writes reviews for Lost In Theatreland. Earlier this year she was a guest for Musical Con's "Year In Review" panel at the ExCel Centre. Visit the Rachel Reviewed website www.rachelreviewed.com. You can also follow Rachel on Instagram via @rachelreviewed and @rachelagyefron. 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.

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Social media manager Ksenya Gray joins West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, to round up their Top Performances of 2023! Thank you for listening to The West End Frame Show in 2023 and for sharing your top performances of the year - we included as many follower/listener contributions as possible in this episode. We're back on Thursday to round up our top shows of the year. Ksenya runs the social media company Storytellers UK. Most recently she worked with Marisha Wallace on the press tour for her Christmas single Little House in the Snow as well as Death Note, Flowers For Mrs Harris and lots more. Follow Ksenya on Instagram: @ksenya.gray 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.

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Shakira Simpson (Six Tour / Legally Blonde) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Shakira discuss My Favourite Things: The Rodgers & Hammerstein 80th Anniversary Concert (Theatre Royal Drury Lane) as well as the latest news about Paddington The Musical, Opening Night, Indhu Rubasingham, Samantha Barks, the TodayTix shop and lots more. Shakira worked as a child, playing Young Nala in The Lion King (Lyceum Theatre) and Margaret in Billy Elliot (Victoria Palace Theatre). After training at Urdang, Shakira made her adult debut as a swing in the West End revival of Hairspray (London Coliseum). Her theatre credits also include swing and dance captain in the original cast of Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World (UK Tour), swing in Legally Blonde (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre) and Baby Bear in Goldilocks and the Three Bears (Mayflower Southampton). Shakira is currently the super swing and dance captain in the UK & Ireland tour of Six The Musical and has already played all six queens. Follow Shakira on Instagram: @s.simpsson For Six tour dates and tickets, visit www.sixthemusical.com.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.

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We're bringing you a festive bonus episode with Savanna Jeffrey (Stratford East Panto / Get Up Stand Up) and Tara Boom (La Clique).Savanna Jeffrey is currently playing Winnie the Moo in Jack and the Beanstalk at Stratford East. Bith book and lyrics by Anna Jordan, Jack and the Beanstalk has music and lyrics by Stratford East pantomime veteran Robert Hyman and is directed by Denzel Westley-Sanderson. Savanna's theatre credits include the West End productions of The Book of Mormon (Prince of Wales Theatre) and Get Up Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical (Lyric Theatre). Jack and the Beanstalk runs at Stratford East until 6th January 2024. Visit www.stratfordeast.com for info and tickets.Tara Boom is starring in La Clique at Christmas in Leicester Square. Born at the Edinburgh Festival in 2004 and subsequently travelling the world to international acclaim, La Clique is widely regarded as the original Spiegeltent cabaret show that created a genre of its own. Tara is a foot-juggling, hula hooping, clown-tastic circus and cabaret star from Australia.La Clique runs at Christmas in Leicester Square until 6th January 2024. Visit www.lacliquetheshow.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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Mitchell Zhangazha (Ain't Too Proud / Dear Evan Hansen) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Mitchell discuss Hamilton (UK Tour, Manchester Palace Theatre), A Very Very Bad Cinderella (The Other Palace Studio) and Pacific Overtures (Menier Chocolate Factory) as well as the latest news about Mamma Mia I Have A Dream, the WhatsOnStage Awards, Here You Come Again, Red Pitch and more. Mitchell was last on The West End Frame Show two years ago whilst he was understudying Evan and Jared in the West End production of Dear Evan Hansen (Noel Coward Theatre), for which he won the Best Understudy or Swing Award at the Black British Theatre Awards. He went on to play Dick & Others in Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol (Southbank Centre) before playing Eddie Kendricks in the West End premiere of Ain’t Too Proud (Prince Edward Theatre). Mitchell's credits also include understudy Goldie Wilson in the world premiere of Back To The Future (Manchester Opera House), Our Lady of Kibeho (Theatre Royal Stratford East), Stevie Wonder & understudy Berry Gordy in Motown The Musical (Shaftesbury Theatre), Little Moe in Five Guys Named Moe (Edinburgh Fringe) and Curly in Peter Pan (West End).  Mitchell worked extensively as a child, playing Young Simba in The Lion King (West End) and Young Michael Jackson in Thriller Live (West End and UK & Europe tours), whilst also appearing in the original West End cast of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (London Palladium), Caroline Or Change (National Theatre), Porgy and Bess (West End) and Oliver (Theatre Royal Drury Lane). Follow Mitchell on Instagram: @mitchzhangazha 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.

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Luke Bayer (Diva: Live From Hell / Everybody's Talking About Jamie) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Luke discuss Tosh Wanogho-Maud's debut solo show Songs & Stories (Piano Smithfield), Peter Pan Goes Wrong (Lyric Theatre), To Wong Foo (Hope Mill Theatre) and Evita (Curve Leicester) as well as the latest news about Sister Act, the National Lottery’s Big Night of Musicals, The Big Life, Lea Salonga's tour and lots more.  Luke was the original Jamie understudy in the West End premiere of Everybody’s Talking About Jamie (Apollo Theatre). His theatre credits also include: Robbie in Soho Cinders (Charing Cross Theatre), Mark in Rent (Hope Mill Theatre), Fiver (Southwark Playhouse) and Millennials (The Other Palace). Most recently Luke won an Offie Award for Best Leading Actor in a Musical for starring in the one-person show Diva: Live From Hell (Turbine Theatre) and played Musidorus in the European premiere of Head Over Heels (Hope Mill Theatre). Luke is always busy doing concert work, and is playing a solo show at Crazy Coqs on Monday 5th February 2024. Visit www.brasseriezedel.com for tickets. Follow Luke on Instagram: @lukebayer 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.

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Jak Malone (Operation Mincemeat) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Jak discuss The Witches (National Theatre) and Elf The Musical (Dominion Theatre) as well as the latest news about For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy, two Gwyneth Paltrow skiing musicals, Wicked casting, Operation Mincemeat's plaque for Hester Leggatt and lots more.Jak's theatre credits include A Clockwork Orange (Liverpool Everyman), Diva: Live From Hell (Jack Studio Theatre) and Max & Ivan: Fugitives (Storyglass Podcasts). Jak is currently starring in Operation Mincemeat at the Fortune Theatre which continues to take the West End by storm. He has been with the show since its premiere in 2019 at the New Diorama Theatre. In the show, Jack plays Hester Leggett, Bernard Spilsbury, Captain Jewell, Willie Watkins, Ivor Montagu and others; he has received tremendous acclaim for his performance. Follow Jak on Instagram: @jakmalone_Operation Mincemeat is booking at the Fortune Theatre until 15th June 2024. Visit www.operationmincemeat.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.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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We're bringing you a bonus episode with Jean-Luke Worrell (Peter Pan Goes Wrong / A Strange Loop) and Bernie Dieter (Club Kabarett).Jean-Luke Worrell is currently playing Francis in Peter Pan Goes Wrong. Michief's show is back for a UK tour and West End run. Jean-Luke previously worked with Michief when he did The Comedy About a Bank Robery in the West End at the Criterion Theatre. His other theatre credits include Cluedo on tour and most recently he was an understudy in the London transfer of A Strange Loop at the Barbican Centre.Peter Pan Goes Wrong runs in the West End at the Lyric Theatre 23rd November - 14th January 2024 and tours the UK until April 2024. Visit www.peterpangoeswronglive.com for info, tour dates and tickets. Kabarett superstar (aka the mistress of mayhem) Bernie Dieter is back in London with her show Bernie Dieter’s Club Kabarett. Renewed worldwide, the show features a live band and some of the world’s best circus, cabaret and sideshow acts at their "provocative" best. Club Kabarett is the first production at the newly reopened and renamed Underbelly Boulevard Soho.Bernie Dieter’s Club Kabarett runs at Underbelly Boulevard Soho until 6th January 2024. Visit www.underbellyboulevard.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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Maliq Henry (Bird College graduate) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Maliq discuss Sunset Boulevard starring Rachel Tucker (Savoy Theatre), The Time Traveler's Wife (Apollo Theatre), Treason (UK Tour, Alexandra Palace Theatre), Six (Vaudeville Theatre) and Babies In Concert (Lyric Theatre) as well as the latest news about Opening Night starring Sheridan Smith, Drew McOnie, Standing at the Sky's Edge and lots more.Maliq graduated from Bird College in 2020. His credits whilst training include: Dog Boy in Side Show, Brooklyn in Bring It On, Wars, Yin & Yang, Lucky Stiff and Destinations. His screen credits include The Media Files (MTJ Media) and The Winning Household (DRP Productions). Follow Maliq on Instagram: @maliqhenryHosted 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.

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Evelyn Hoskins (42 Balloons / Waitress) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Evelyn discuss Stephanie J Block's concert (Cadogan Hall), Bat Boy (London Palladium) and Kin (Theatro Technis) as well as the latest news about Sweeney Todd, Burlesque, Musical Con, the Black British Theatre Awards and lots more. They also pay tribute to Friends actor Matthew Perry.Evelyn starred as Thea in the original London production of Spring Awakening at the Lyric Hammersmith and in the West End. Just a few of her theatre credits include playing Wendy in Peter Pan (US Tour), the title role in Carrie (Southwark Playhouse), Maureen in Mrs Henderson Presents (Toronto) and Dawn in Waitress (West End / UK Tour). In addition to playing Liesl in The Sound of Music LIVE (ITV), Evelyn has worked extensively on screen.  Evelyn most recently played Louise in Gypsy (Mill At Sonning). Last year she played Carol in 42 Balloons for its developmental performances in the West End. Next year she’s reprising her performance in the musical’s fully staged premiere at The Lowry in Salford. She's also about to star in Susie McKenna’s pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk at the Broadway Theatre in Catford this Christmas.42 Balloons runs at The Lowry 18th April – 19th May. Jack at the Beanstalk runs at the Broadway Theatre in Catford 13th – 31st December. 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.

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Join Voice Coach and Rehabilitation Specialist, Dane Chalfin, for a special episode about vocal injury.In this episode, Dane discusses his own vocal injury and the stigma surrounding vocal injury within the theatre industry. Dane is is a Voice, Singing and Performance Coach, Voice Rehabilitation Specialist, Director and Author.In theatreland, Dane has coached principal performers in the majority of shows in the West End and further afield. Dane has also worked across television and film as well as in the music industry. He has written multiple books and contributed to many magazines and newspepers alongside charity work and roles in education. Dane has been working in voice clinics since 2003; he has had contracts with the NHS and worked as a private consultant for many ENT clinics. For more information about Dane and his work, visit www.danechalfin.com.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.

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Actor and composer Matthew Harvey returns to co-host The West End Frame Show!In this episode Andrew and Matthew discuss the latest news about Side Show starring Rachel Tucker and Louise Dearman, Come From Away and Kerry Ellis, plus there's an exclusive first listen to the song "One Two Three" performed by Sharon Rose from Matthew's new album Whatever Happens Next. Andrew and Matthew also pay tribute to producer Bill Kenwright who has passed away after long illness. As an actor, Matthew's credits include Les Miserables, Jesus Christ Superstar, Violet and Murder Ballad. Last year he joined the cast of Kinky Boots at the Queens Theatre Hornchurch as an emergency swing and cover for Charlie Price.As a writer, Matthew's song cycle Now Or Never premiered during lockdown in a digital, one take production. One of the songs "The Road" was a finalist in the 2021 Stiles and Drew Best New Song Prize. He is about to release his debut album Whatever Happens Next on 20th November. Supported by Help Musicians, the album original songs from five of Matthew's musicals with an all-star West End cast including the likes of Hadley Fraser, Tyrone Huntley, Alexia Khadime, Emma Kingston, Sharon Rose, Courtney Stapleton and more.Visit Matthew's website, www.matthewharveymusic.comHosted 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.

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Crystal Nicholls (The Lion King / wellness coach) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Crystal discuss Musical Con 2023 (ExCel Centre), Dear England (Prince Edward Theatre), The Ocean at the End of the Lane (Duke of York's Theatre) and I Have A Dream (ITV) as well as the latest news about My Son's A Queer's Broadway transfer, Rehab The Musical, West End Musical Christmas, & Juliet and more. They also pay tribute to West End legend Haydn Gwynne who has passed away aged 66. Crystal started out as a performer, working across stage and screen. She spent six years at the Lyseum Theatre in the West End production of The Lion King. Crystal is now a wellness and health coach for West End performers. She’s currently working with the dancers in Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures, with students at The Dang and is a member of Applause for Thought where she delivers regular mental health and wellbeing sessions to support various West End performers.  Visit Crystal's website www.crystalnicholls.com and follow her on Instagram @crystal_nichHosted 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.

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Arts journalist Marianka Swain returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Marianka discuss Sunset Boulevard (Savoy Theatre), Choir Boy (Bristol Old Vic), Moulin Rogue (Piccadilly Theatre) and Wicked (Apollo Victoria Theatre) as well as the latest news about 13 Going On 30, Tinker Bell The Musical, Shucked and lots more. Marianka  is a London-based arts journalist. She writes about theatre, dance, TV, film, books and more for publications like the Telegraph, London Theatre, The i Paper and Musicals magazine. She also live-blogs Strictly Come Dancing for the Telegraph.  For more information, visit www.mkmswain.com or follow Marianka on Instagram/X @mkmswainHosted 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.

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Angeline Bell (Matilda / Mary Poppins) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Angeline discuss Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends (Gielgud Theatre) and Flowers For Mrs Harris (Riverside Studios) as well as the latest news about the Just Stop Oil protests, Mean Girls, the Tony Awards and lots more.Angeline's theatre credits include Disney’s Aladdin and Mary Poppins (both at the Prince Edward Theatre). Most recently she was in Matilda (Cambridge Theatre), understudying Mrs Phelps and Mrs Wormwood. In addition to other performing work, Angeline is an award winning teacher, having picked up Best Teacher at the 2019 Black British Theatre Awards. She is a permanent faculty member at Urdang.Additionally, Angeline's son, Maddison Tyson, is currently making his West End debut in Hamilton, making them a mother and son West End powerhouse duo! In this episode Angeline talks about putting her theatre career on hold to raise her son and what it was like to reenter the industry later in life. She also discusses balancing performing with teaching, being the first black Mrs Wormwood and lots more.Follow Angeline on Instagram: @thtgirlangelineHosted 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.

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Jairus McClanahan (Raymond Hill in Tina) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Jairus discuss Close Up: The Twiggy Musical (Menier Chocolate Factory) and Derren Brown's Unbelievable as well as the latest news about Some Like It Hot, 13 Going On 30, Amber Davies, the Live Aid musical Just For One Day and lots more. After growing up in South Carolina, Jairus moved to London to do a masters at the Royal Academy of Music. He made his West End debut as a swing in The Lion King (Lyceum Theatre) before show jumping straight into Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Aldwych Theatre) where they are playing Raymond Hill whilst also covering Ike Turner. Follow Jairus on Instagram: @jairusjmacHosted 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.

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Luke Suri (Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Luke discuss Rebecca (Charing Cross Theatre) and Cake: The Marie Antoinette Playlist (Apollo Theatre) as well as the latest news about Starlight Express, A Chorus Line, You're A Good Man Charlie Brown, The Baker's Wife, Hamilton and lots more. Luke previously did an episode of our interviews podcast In The Frame, discussing his journey from performing at holiday parks, hotels and onboard cruise ships across the world through to making his UK theatre debut. Luke went viral during the pandemic which led to him finding an agent and being cast as the alternate Frankie Valli in the UK & Ireland tour of Jersey Boys. Last year he transferred to the West End production of Jersey Boys at the Trafalgar Theatre, as London's full-time Frankie Valli. Follow Luke on Instagram: @lukesuriHosted 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.

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Nate Simpson (Get Up Stand Up / Motown) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Nate discuss The Little Big Things (@SohoPlace), Police Cops (Southwark Playhouse Borough) and Back To The Future (Adelphi Theatre) as well as the latest news about The Devil Wears Prada, The Watermill Newbury, Love Birds by Robert J Sherman, Babies The Musical and lots more. In the world of theatre, Nate played Intermediate Bob Marley in the original West End cast of Get Up Stand Up (Lyric Theatre). His other credits include understudying Berry Gordy, Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder in the  West End production of Motown (Shaftesbury Theatre), playing Simba in The Lion King (Disneyland Paris) and playing Nat King Cole in The Crooners (UK Tour). Nate has also worked extensively in the world of music; he has performed with lots of  artists including Jessie J, Boy George and Beverley Knight. He has released EPs and performed all over the world on various cruise ships. Nate made it to the final six boys on The X Factor (ITV) in 2016 and appeared on Eurovision You Decide (BBC) in 2017.Nate is currently on tour across the UK, headlining his own show The Songbook of Marvin Gaye which kicked off in August and continues through to 2024. In this episode Nate reveals big plans for his show; he also delves into balancing his theatre career with music and speaks openly about the aftermath of a major accident and how it made him reevaluate his career decisions. You can see Nate next in The Songbook of Marvin Gaye at the Millfield Theatre in Edmonton on 20th October. Follow @natesimpsonlive to stay up-to-date with tour dates and info.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.

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Myles Hart (The Doctor in The Book of Mormon) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Myles discuss Why Am I So Single? (Lilian Baylis Studio), Death Note (Lyric Theatre), A Strange Loop (Barbican Centre) and Everybody's Talking About Jamie (The Lowry, UK & Ireland Tour) as well as the latest news about Moulin Rouge, Wicked, Six, Disney's Aladdin and lots more.  Myles is about to complete his six-year run in the West End production of The Book of Mormon at the Prince Of Wales Theatre. He originally joined the cast in 2017 as a swing before taking over as The Doctor.Having trained at Urdang, Myles has performed at sea with P&O as a lead vocalist, danced at the Brit Awards and appeared in Duncton Wood at the Union Theatre.Myles is the host of Get The Belt podcast which is all about pop culture, society and black excellence. It's described as “a weekly dose of unapologetically raw, black, unfiltered and relatable entertainment”. Myles can regularly be heard on various radio shows participating in panel discussions. Follow Myles on Instagram: @myleshartHosted 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.

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We're back for a brand new season of The West End Frame Show with Simon Bailey (Moulin Rouge / The Third Man) in the co-host seat.Andrew and Simon discuss Guys & Dolls (Bridge Theatre), The Odyssey: Episode 5 - The Underworld (National Theatre), Ain't Too Proud (Prince Edward Theatre) and Chase - The Table Read (The Other Palace Studio) as well as the latest news about Once Upon A One More Time, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York), A Very Very Bad Cinderella, Declan Bennett's Boy Out The City and lots more. Simon is currently playing Crabbit and Harry Lime in the world premiere of The Third Man (Menier Chocolate Factory) having recently played The Duke in the original West End cast of Moulin Rouge (Piccadilly Theatre). Later this month Simon is presenting an interactive concert called Dukebox at The Other Palace Studio which will give the audience control over the setlist.  Some of Simon's theatre credits include: Ram's Dad / Big Bud Dean / Coach Ripper in Heathers (Theatre Royal Haymarket & London Workshop), Tommy DeVito in Jersey Boys (Piccadilly Theatre & UK Tour), Liam O’Deary in I Can’t Sing! (London Palladium), Pharaoh in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat (Gillian Lynne), Tom Watson/Officer Starnes in Parade (Southwark Playhouse), understudy Galileo in We Will Rock You (Dominion), Raoul in The Phantom of the Opera (Her Majesty’s), Enjolras in Les Misérables (Queens), Passion (Donmar Warehouse) and Romeo & Juliet The Musical (Piccadilly). You can see Simon in Dukebox at The Other Palace Studio on Sunday 17th September 2023. Visit www.theotherpalace.co.uk for info and tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We're back with part two of our summer catchup episode! Andrew and theatre journalist Lisa Martland discuss The SpongeBob Musical (Southbank Centre), Dear England(National Theatre), A Strange Loop (Barbican Centre), Cabaret (Kit Kat Club, Playhouse Theatre), A Little Life (Savoy Theatre) and Jersey Boys (Trafalgar Theatre). Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa is the Founding Editor of one of the UK’s top theatre websites, Musical Theatre Review which is currently celebrating its tenth anniversary. Lisa is also Sub-Editor for Musicals Magazine.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.

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It's almost time for a new season of The West End Frame Show, so we're bringing you up to speed with this summer's hottest shows!In part one of this catchup episode, Andrew is joined by theatre journalist Lisa Martland to discuss Next To Normal (Donmar Warehouse), La Cage aux Folles (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), Miss Saigon (Sheffield Crucible) and In Dreams (Leeds Playhouse). Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa is the Founding Editor of one of the UK’s top theatre websites, Musical Theatre Review which is currently celebrating its tenth anniversary. Lisa is also Sub-Editor for Musicals Magazine.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.

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We're back for a special episode about Searchlight Pictures’ brand new feature film Theatre Camp which is released in UK cinemas this Friday 25th August. Created by Noah Galvin, Molly Gordon, Nick Lieberman and Ben Platt, Theatre Camp started life as a short film. The movie follows what happens when the owner of an upstate New York Theatre Camp falls into a coma, leaving her non-stagey son to run the camp which is going through financial difficulties. Theatre Camp won the U.S. Dramatic Special Jury Award for Ensemble at Sundance Film Festival where it premiered earlier this year. In this episode, join West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins for a debrief about all-things Theatre Camp ahead of a special interview with Nick Lieberman who co-directed the movie with Molly Gordon.Theatre Camp can be seen in UK cinemas from Friday 25th August 2023. 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.

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In this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival round-up, West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins discusses Boy Out The City, Public, Kathy & Stella Solve a Murder, Annabel Marlow: Is This Okay, Four Felons & A Funeral and Chriskirkpatrickmas.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.

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For the final episode of the season, Billy Nevers (& Juliet / Groundhog Day) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Billy discuss a mystery EdFringe show as well as the latest theatre news about Bat Boy, Kin, Great Gatsby and lots more. Billy is currently playing Fred in the London revival of Groundhog Day (Old Vic). His theatre credits include: Jesus Christ Superstar (Barbican/Regent’s Park Open Air), Wonderful Town (Opera Holland Park), Turn Up, The Color Purple in Concert, Overture (Cadogan Hall) and Wonderful Town (Opera Holland Park). Billy was nominated for Outstanding Performance in a Musical at the 2022 Black British Theatre Awards for his performance as Store Manager and Dewey in the London revival of Legally Blonde (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre). Billy was part of the original cast of & Juliet in Manchester and in the West End; last year he returned to the show as Francois.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.

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In today's bonus episode we're joined by Jon Brittain and James Howard. First up we're joined by Jon Brittain who has written the book, co-written the lyrics and co-directed Kathy and Stella Solve a Murder! which is returning to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival where it was a huge hit last year. The new expanded version will also tour to Bristol and Manchester. Jon Brittain is a playwright, comedy writer and director. His critically acclaimed play Rotterdam won an Olivier Award for Outstanding Achievement in an Affiliate Theatre in 2017, he went on to direct Richard Gadd's debut play Baby Reindeer, which won the same award in 2020. Jon's other work includes the cult hit shows Margaret Thatcher Queen of Soho and Margaret Thatcher Queen of Game Shows, the Fringe First Award-winning A Super Happy Story (About Feeling Super Sad), and the UK Theatre Award-winning Billionaire Boy: The Musical. He directed both of John Kearns’s Fosters Award winning shows Sight Gags for Perverts and Shtick as well as shows for Tom Allen, Mat Ewins, Tom Rosenthal and others. He co-wrote a dozen episodes of Cartoon Network's The Amazing World of Gumball and was a staff writer on seasons 3 and 4 of The Crown and he is currently writing a new sitcom for Apple.Kathy and Stella Solve a Murder! runs Underbelly at the Edinburgh Fringe 2nd – 27th August before touring to Bristol Old Vic 13th – 30th September and Home Manchester 5th - 21st October. Visit www.kathyandstella.com for info and tickets. Later we speak to James Howard who plays Draco Malfoy in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre. The production is celebrating its seventh birthday in the West End, and James has been in the show since it opened. James' theatre credits include Brave New World (Northampton Theatre Royal/Touring Consortium); Romeo and Juliet, As You Like It, Mojo, The Drunks, King Lear, Morte D’Arthur (RSC); Twelfth Night, Ivanov (Donmar Warehouse in the West End); Not About Heroes (Blackeyed Theatre Company); Antony and Cleopatra (Royal Exchange);The Duchess of Malfi (NT).  His film credits includes: Survivor, The Theory of Everything, Shoot on Sight, The Oxford Murders and Penelope whilst his television work includes Black Mirror, Dark Matters, Doctors, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Skins, Midsomer Murders, The Bill, Broken News, Spooks, Inspector Lynley Mysteries and Dream Team.Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is booking at the Palace Theatre until 19th May 2024. Visit www.uk.harrypottertheplay.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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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It's the penultimate episode of the season and Andrew flies solo to discuss Crazy For You (Gillian Lynne Theatre), Halls (Turbine Theatre) and A Strange Loop (Barbican Centre) as well as the latest news about Ain't Too Proud, New York New York, I Should Be So Lucky, Rachelle Ann Go and lots more.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.

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Jennifer Caldwell (Anne Boleyn in Six / I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Jennifer discuss The Wizard of Oz (London Palladium), Tina (Aldwych Theatre) and Mamma Mia! (Novello Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Wicked movies, the Les Misérables world arena tour, Sinatra The Musical and lots more. Jennifer is currently in rehearsals for I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical by Alexander S. Bermange. The show is returning to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this summer ahead of a London run at Wilton’s in an expanded production which includes new songs.Jennifer's theatre credits include: American Idiot (UK & Ireland tour), Knights of the Rose (Arts Theatre), Million Dollar Quartet (UK & Ireland and Indian tours), understudy Princess Fiona in Shrek the Musical (UK & Ireland Tour) and understudy Sophie in Mamma Mia! (Prince of Wales / Novello Theatre). In 2019 Jennifer joined Six The Musical as the alternate Boleyn and Howard on tour across the UK and Ireland. She hit swingo – playing all Six Queens – and transferred to the West End production as an emergency cover for a limited run. In 2021 Jennifer took over as Anne Boleyn full-time on tour in Six and also took the show to South Korea.I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical runs at The Gilded Baloon at the Museum at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe Festival 3rd – 27th August. The show then runs in London at Wilton’s 29th August – 9th September.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.

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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.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We're back with a bonus episode featuring Rhashan Stone (All About Eve / Into The Woods) and Elexi Walker (I Think We Are Alone / She Ventures and He Wins ). Rhashan Stone is playing Tambo in the UK premiere of Tambo & Bones. Written by Dave Harris and directed by Matthew Xia, the show is running at the Theatre Royal Stratford East.Tambo & Bones laughs through our past, blows the roof off our present and imagines an explosive future for our world... and for theatre.Some of Rhashan's theatre credits include All About Eve and Cheek By Jowl’s As You Like It (Noel Coward Theatre), Simply Heavenly (Trafalgar Studios), Five Guys Named Moe (Lyric Theatre) and the recent revival of Into The Woods (Theatre Royal Bath). He has worked extensively on stage and screen. Tambo & Bones runs at the Theatre Royal Stratford East until 15th July 2023. Visit www.stratfordeast.com for info and tickets. Elexi Walker is playing Mary Tuck in Robin Hood: The Legend. Re-written by Carl Grose at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. Directed by Melly Still, this new take on the classic tale of Robin Hood is set in a desperate, divided kingdom where only the truly cunning can outwit the sheriff’s terrifying wrath. Some of Elexi's theatre credits include A Christmas Carol (Rose Theatre), I Think We Are Alone (Frantic Assembly), She Ventures and He Wins (Young Vic) and A Midsummer Night's Dream (Rose Theatre).Robin Hood: The Legend. Re-written runs at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre until 22nd July. Visit www.openairtheatre.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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Chris Fung (Frozen / Evita) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Chris discuss Groundhog Day (Old Vic), A Strange Loop (Barbican Centre) and Then, Now & Next (Southwark Playhouse) as well as the latest news about Aspects of Love, Frozen, the Olivier Awards and lots more. Chris' stage credits include the West End productions of Frozen and Cyrano de Bergerac as well as Jamie Lloyd’s revival of Evita at the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre and the Australian tour of The King and I. Chris is currently producing and preparing to star in his debut play The Society for New Cuisine which will run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this summer.The Society for New Cuisine runs at Underbelly Cowgate 3rd – 27th August. Visit www.underbellyedinburgh.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.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Milly Summer (Producer for British Youth Music Theatre) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Milly discuss Mrs Doubtfire (Shaftesbury Theatre), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (New Wimbledon Theatre, UK Tour), Robin Hood: The Legend. Rewritten (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre) and The Third Man (Menier Chocolate Factory) as well as the latest news about heat wave cancellations, Jesus Christ Superstar, the Wicked film and lots more. Milly started out as an Agent Assistant to Michael Garret at Global Artists. During her time at Global, Milly wrote a popular blog called #SummerSays for West End Frame.After five years at Global, Milly joined Bill Kenwright Limited as a Production Executive.  She is now a Producer for British Youth Music Theatre (BYMT), a national performing arts education charity and the largest commissioner of new musicals in the UK. For more info about BYMT, visit www.britishyouthmusictheatre.org. 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.

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Chris Jenkins (Gus in Groundhog Day) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Chris discuss The Crucible (Guilgud Theatre), Lifeboats (King's Head Theatre, MT Pride Lab), Grease (Dominion Theatre) and Assassins (Chichester Festival Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Tony Awards, Diana The Musical, Lizzie, Cats and lots more. Chris is currently playing Gus in Groundhog Day which has returned to the Old Vic where it previously ran in 2016 ahead of its Broadway transfer. Directed by Matthew Warchus, Groundhog Day has music and lyrics by Tim Minchin with book by Danny Rubin. Some of Chris' credits include: Hex and Jack Absolute Flies Again (National Theatre), All That (King’s Head Theatre), The Arcadians (Wilton's Musical Hall), Cinderella (Hackney Empire), tick, tick...BOOM! and The Burnt Part Boys (Park Theatre) as well the West End productions of War Of The Worlds (Dominion), Billy Elliot (Victoria Palace), Spamalot (Playhouse) and The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (Gielgud).Follow Chris on Instagram: @chrisjenkoGroundhog Day runs at the Old Vic until 19th August 2023. 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.

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It's time for the second instalment of our Broadway round-up! In this week's episode, West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, is back in the UK and reunited with theatre journalist Lisa Martland. Andrew and Lisa discuss Once Upon A One More Time, New York, New York and & Juliet as well as the news that Shucked is coming to London! Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is the Founding Editor of one of the UK’s top theatre websites, Musical Theatre Review which is currently celebrating its tenth anniversary. Lisa is Sub-Editor for Musicals Magazine.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.

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It's time to find out what's happening on Broadway!West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, is live in New York and joined by theatre journalist Lisa Martland. In part one, Andrew and Lisa discuss some of this season's hottest shows including Parade starring Ben Platt, Some Like It Hot, Shucked, Kimberly Akimbo and Sweeney Todd. They also discuss off-Broadway hit Titanique as well as Hadestown and Six. Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is the Founding Editor of one of the UK’s top theatre websites, Musical Theatre Review which is currently celebrating its tenth anniversary. Lisa is Sub-Editor for Musicals Magazine.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.

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Emily Benjamin (alternate Sally Bowles in Cabaret) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Emily discuss Aspects Of Love (Apollo Theatre), Greatest Days (UK Tour, Manchester Palace Theatre) and The Little Mermaid (Disney Live Action Film) as well as the latest news about Love Never Dies, The Color Purple, Bonnie & Clyde and lots more. Emily was in the premiere of Bat Out of Hell at the Manchester Opera House and stayed with the show for its Coliseum, Dominion and Toronto runs. Her other credits include The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe (Bridge Theatre) and Zog Live (UK Tour).Emily is currently a swing and the alternate Sally Bowles in the West End production of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club. She took over as Sally for a limited run earlier this year, in addition to performing as Sally at West End Live (Trafalgar Square) and Magic At The Musicals (Royal Albert Hall). Follow Emily on Instagram: @flemilyremily 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.

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Shem Omari James (CC in Dreamgirls) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Shem discuss Once On This Island (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre) and How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (Southwark Playhouse) as well as the latest news about Nicole Scherzinger being cast in Sunset Boulevard, MJ West End casting, the Tony Awards and lots more. Having graduated from Arts Ed during the pandemic, Shem made his professional debut alongside Cedric Neal, Rachel Tucker, Rachel John and Ramin Karimloo in the digital production of Songs For A New World by Jason Robert Brown. He later reprised his performance when the musical was staged at the London Palladium for two performances.Shem's theatre credits also include The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber (Leicester Curve) and the world premiere of Vanara (Hackney Empire).Most recently, Shem played CC and understudied Jimmy in the first ever UK and Ireland tour of Dreamgirls. He’s currently producing an LGBTQ+ cabaret at the Broadway Theatre in Catford as part of Pride Month celebrations on Saturday 17th June. Fore information about the concert, follow the I Can Be Collective on Instagram: @icanbecollectiveFollow Shem on Instagram: @houseofomarijamesHosted 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.

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Shanay Holmes (Musical Con / Get Up Stand Up) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Shanay discuss Magic at the Musicals (Royal Albert Hall), Glory Ride (Charing Cross Theatre) and Operation Mincemeat (Fortune Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Tony Awards, Wicked casting, Hadestown's West End transfer and lots more. After making her professional debut in Thriller Live (Lyric Theatre), Shanay went on to become the youngest person to ever play Rachael Maron in The Bodyguard (Adelphi Theatre). Her theatre credits also include: Close To You (Criterion Theatre), Jesus Christ Superstar (Open Air Theatre), Joanne in the 20th anniversary production of Rent (UK Tour/The Other Palace), Glinda in The Wizard of Oz (Birmingham Rep), Narrator in Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Kilworth House), Marian in The Bridges of Madison County (Menier Chocolate Factory) and Laura in High Fidelity (Turbine Theatre).Most recently Shanay created the role of Cindy Breakspeare in the West End premiere of Get Up Stand Up (Lyric Theatre) to huge acclaim. Shanay is the co-founder of West End Musical Productions. She and her husband, Chris Steward, are the producers and creators of West End Musical Brunch, West End Musical Drive In, the various West End Musical concerts and Musical Con, the West End’s first musical theatre fan convention, giving theatregoers the opportunity to meet the stars, celebrate the shows and learn from the pros. Last year's inaugural Musical Con was a sellout with over 10,000 people in attendance over two days at the ExCeL, and it’s back this year bigger and better than before on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 October.In this episode, Shanay discusses all things Musical Con, her recent performance at the Olivier Awards and saying goodbye to Get Up Stand Up... plus lots more!For Musical Con info and tickets, visit www.musicalcon.co.uk. Follow Shanay on Instagram: @shanayholmesHosted 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.

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Elly Jay (understudy Vivian in Pretty Woman) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Elly discuss Moulin Rouge (Piccadilly Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Tony Awards, Bob Fosse's Dancin', Hairspray at Kilworth House, Jamie Oliver's new theatre restaurant and lots more.  Elly is currently making her West End debut in Pretty Woman The Musical at the Savoy Theatre as a swing and understudy for Vivian. Elly original started as the second cover Vivian, before becoming first cover. She is now the alternate Vivian and plays the role for both shows every Wednesday. Some of Elly's theatre credits include the title role in Cinderella (Theatre Royal Bath), ensemble in Ghost Das Musical (Germany), super swing at Universal Studios Japan for Universal Monsters Live, Sesame Street, The Power of Pop, One Piece Anime, Festa De Parade, A Christmas Wish and Guest Special Events (Japan), singer/dancer in The Best of Musical Starnights (European Tour), singer/dancer on The Britannia (P+O Cruises) and ensemble/understudy Good Witch & Bad Witch in Beauty & The Beast (Perth Concert Hall). Follow Elly on Instagram: @iamellyjay 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.

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We're kicking off the week with a bonus episode, featuring Jo Servi (Dreamgirls / The Colour Purple) and Dominic Anderson (Mrs Doubtfire / Heathers). Jo Servi is currently playing Wyatt and Carter in Agatha Christie’s Witness For The Prosecution at London County Hall. Witness For The Prosecution is in its seventh year and Jo recently joined as part of the show’s ninth cast, making Witness For The Prosecution London’s longest running site specific theatre production. Jo most recently played Marty in the first UK & Ireland tour of Dreamgirls. Just a few of his theatre credits include The Color Purple (UK Tour), Barber Shop Chronicles (US & UK Tours), Chess (Colesium), Sunny Afternoon, Jersey Boys, Guys & Dolls and Ragtime (West End) as well as the original London company of The Lion King (Lyceum).Witness for the Proseccution is booking at London County Hall until Sunday 28th April 2024. Visit www.witnesscountyhall.com for info and tickets.Dominic Anderson is currently playing Tough Man and various other roles in the London revival of Eugenius! at the Turbine Theatre. The show is described as a love letter to the iconic movies, comic books and nostalgia of the 80s. Some of Dominic’s theatre credits include the title role in The Rocky Horror Show (West End & Tour), Ram in the original London cast of Heathers (The Other Palace / West End), Tom Jones in What’s New Pussycat (Birmingham Rep) and most recently Stuart Dunmire in the UK premiere of Mrs Doubtfire (Manchester Opera House). Eugenius! runs at the Turbine Theatre until 28th May 2023. Visit www.theturbinetheatre.com for info and tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Joseph Fletcher (Wicked / 101 Dalmations) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Joseph discuss The Secret Life Of Bees (Almedia) and Animal (Park Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Tony nominations, Wicked movie leaks, Mamma Mia! I Have A Dream, MusicalCon and lots more.Joseph is a deaf dancer and actor. He was in the ensemble of Wicked (Apollo Victoria) for four years between 2015 and 2019 and later returned for the musical's 15th anniversary. He appeared in The Snowman in the West End and on tour across the UK and internationally and has also performed in various productions for Deaf Men Dancing. Joseph was a dancer for the London 2012 Paralympics Opening Ceremony and was cast in the 2019 UK tour of the Regent’s Park production of To Kill A Mockingbird.Last year Joseph appeared in the world premiere of the 101 Dalmatians musical at the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre. He's currently taking a sabbatical from performing and is a Swing Dresser for the West End production of Moulin Rouge. Follow Joseph on social media: @josephjfletcher  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.

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Shane Antony-Whitely (Joseph / Wonka ) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Shane discuss Ain't Too Proud (Prince Edward Theatre) and all-things Wicked as well as the latest news about The Wizard of Oz, The Menier Chocolate Factory, Operation Mincemeat and lots more.Having graduated from ArtsEd in 2021, Shane recently played Isaachar  in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on tour across the UK and Ireland, as well as in Toronto.Shane has performed at the Olivier Awards and in an Emilie Sande music video. Later this year he will be seen in the brand new Disney film, Wonka.Follow Shane on Instagram:  @_.shaneawhitelyHosted 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.

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Kit Esuruoso (Bonnie & Clyde / Spring Awakening) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Kit discuss Vardy V Rooney: The Wagatha Christie Trial (Ambassadors Theatre), The Ocean at the End of the Lane (UK Tour, New Wimbledon Theatre) and Generation Games (White Bear Theatre) as well as the latest news about Jon M. Chu's film adaptation of Joseph, We Will Rock You, Stephanie J Block, Oliver! and lots more.Kit is an actor, investor and a dating content creator and coach. He is currently playing Sheriff Schmid and understudying Ted Hinton in the West End production of Bonnie & Clyde at the Garrick Theatre.Just a few of Kit's theatre credits include: Bernardo in West Side Story (Opera National Du Rhin), Otto / understudy Moritz in Spring Awakening (Almeida Theatre), Martin Luther King in Satyagraha (English National Opera),  Justin in Love Letters (Queens Theatre Hornchurch), Big Deal / understudy Riff in West Side Story (Royal Exchange), Craig / understudy Raymond in Tina (Original West End Cast), understudy Joe / Stevedore in Show Boat (West End / Sheffield Crucible) and The Last Days of Troy (Shakespeare’s Globe).Kit won Best Actor at the Australian Screen Industry Network Awards for his performance as the title role in Akoni (One Love Films Bondi). He has worked extensively across film, television and radio. Next up, Kit will star in the brand new musical The Land of Might-Have-Been which is running in Buxton and Norwich this July. Follow Kit on Instagram: @kit_is_me  Bonnie & Clyde runs at the Arts Theatre until Saturday 20th May. The Land of Might-Have-Been runs at the Buxton International Festival 7th - 21st July and at the Norwich Theatre 15th - 30th July. 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.

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Joaquin Pedro Valdes (The Lion King / Heathers) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Joaquin discuss For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy (Apollo Theatre) as well as the latest news about Operation Mincemeat, The King & I, Zoe Burkett and more. They also discuss everything that has happened in the past week surrounding singing in theatres and pay tribute to Paul O'Grady. Joaquin began his career in The Philippines, originally working in theatre as a child before becoming a member of the boyband 17:28. Some of his credits in Manila include: Jamie in The Last Five Years, standby Charlie Price in Kinky Boots and Mr Wormwood in Matilda. Joaquin came over to the UK in 2017 when he landed the touring production of Miss Saigon (UK / International), covering the Engineer and Thuy.  His credits also include: understudy Lun Tha & Kralahome in The King and I (UK / International Tour), John Safford Fiske in Fanny & Stella (Garden Theatre), Ram Sweeney in Heathers (Theatre Royal Haymarket), Rooh in Vanara The Musical (Hackney Empire) and understudy Simba in The Lion King (UK & Ireland Tour). Joaquin is currently starring as Connor in the premiere of brand new musical Killing The Cat at Riverside Studios. Directed by Jenny Eastop, the piece has book and lyrics by Warner Brown with music by Joshua Schmidt. Follow Joaquin on Instagram: @joaquin.pedro.valdes Killing The Cat runs at Riverside Studios until Saturday 22nd April. Visit www.riversidestudios.co.uk for tickets. 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.

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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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this week's mini episode, Andrew rounds up the highlights from the 2023 Olivier Awards and discusses the latest news about Sister Act,  Standing At The Sky’s Edge, The Crown Jewels, Kathy and Stella Solve A Murder and lots more. 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.

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Voice Coach and Rehabilitation Specialist, Dane Chalfin, co-hosts The West End Frame Show!This special episodes opens with a fascinating conversation about vocal health and the West End. Andrew & Dane then discuss Eugenius (Turbine Theatre), Standing at the Sky's Edge (National Theatre) and And Juliet's Final Performance (Shaftesbury Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Smash musical, Groundhog Day casting, the Olivier Awards and lots more. Additionally, we pay tribute to Nicholas Lloyd Webber and Janine Shalom, both of whom sadly passed away this week. Dane is is a Voice, Singing & Performance Coach, Voice Rehabilitation Specialist, Director and Author.In theatreland, Dane has coached principal performers in the majority of shows in the West End and further afield. Dane has also worked across television and film as well as in the music industry. He has written multiple books and contributed to many magazines and newspepers alongside charity work and roles in education. Dane has been working in voice clinics since 2003; he has had contracts with the NHS and worked as a private consultant for many ENT clinics. For more information about Dane and his work, visit www.danechalfin.com.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.

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Harriet Watson (Super Swing in Six) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Harriet discuss: The Great British Bake Off Musical (Noel Coward Theatre), The King & I (UK Tour, Wycombe Swan) and Public (Vaults Festival) as well as the latest news about casting for Everybody's Talking About Jamie, the release date for the Wicked movie and lots more. Harriet's theatre credits include: Closer Than Ever (Edinburgh Fringe Festival), Mismatched (Old Red Lion) and The Jungle Book (Tabard) as well as playing Pauline Quirke in Early Birds (Edinburgh Fringe Festival).Harriet recently completed her three-and-a-half year reign with Six The Musical. She originally joined the UK & Ireland tour as dance captain and the alternate Seymour and Parr, but went on to go on for all six queens. After finishing the tour a year ago, Harriet became a universal super swing for both the West End and touring productions, regularly performing in London at the Vaudeville. Harriet is the co-creator of the You're A Gem identity bracelets. Visit @you.re.a.gem on Instagram to put in your orders.Follow Harriet on Instagram: @harrietwatson92Hosted 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.

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We're bringing you a bonus episode with Amy Trigg who is currently part of the chorus, playing 2nd Woman of Corinth, in the West End revival of Medea.Amy is performing alongside Sophie Okonedo and Ben Daniels in  Dominic Cooke's production which runs at @SohoPlace. Amy most recently received huge acclaim for Reasons You Should(n't) Love Me (Kiln Theatre) which she wrote and starred in, winning The Women’s Prize for Playwriting 2020. Her theatre credits also include: The Taming of the Shrew (RSC); Measure for Measure (RSC); Goth Weekend (The Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough/Live Theatre, Newcastle); The Who's Tommy (Tour); The Glass Menagerie (Nottingham Playhouse); Shakespeare Within The Abbey (Westminster Abbey with Shakespeare's Globe); The Sonnet Walks (Shakespeare's Globe); Fusion (Lilian Baylis Theatre, Sadler's Wells); The Joy of Dance (Lyric Hammersmith) and Sadler's Wells Takeover Weekend (National Theatre's River Stage). On screen she has been seen inThe F**k It Bucket, Unforgotten, Casualty, The Other One, Such Brave Girls, Feel Good, Unprecedented, Stella, Doctors, Street Dogs, Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again and Pas De Deux.Amy is a wheelchair user and her incredible work is breaking down doors whilst inspiring so many people.Media runs at @SohoPlace until 22nd April. Visit www.sohoplace.org 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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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On Tuesday 7th March, Alexia Khadime and Lucy St Louis  made WICKED history as the first two black performers to play Elphaba and Glinda opposite each other in the long-running musical. Summing up the night in a five-minute slot within The West End Frame Show would be impossible, so in this emergency episode, journalist Lisa Martland joins Andrew to delve into Alexia and Lucy's magnificent performances and discuss why this was such a momentous moment for theatre.Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa is the Founding Editor of one of the UK’s top theatre websites, Musical Theatre Review which is currently celebrating its tenth anniversary. Lisa also works with My Theatre Mates and Musicals Magazine whilst managing social media for Killing The Cat (Riverside Studios). 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.

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Peter Caulfield (Tammy Faye / I Hate Suzie Too) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Peter discuss The Bodyguard (UK Tour, New Wimbledon Theatre) and Bonnie & Clyde as well as the latest news about the Sinatra musical, Pretty Woman, A Little Life starring James Norton and lots more.Most recently Peter played Billy Graham in the world premiere of Tammy Faye, the new musical by Elton John, Jake Shears and James Graham, directed by Rupert Goold at the Almedia Theatre. Just a few of Peter's work on stage includes the creation of The Lehman Brothers in the West End show Enron; Sam in the European premier of Obamaology (Finbiorough Theatre), King Herod in Jesus Christ Superstar (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), Alfie the Waiter in One Man Two Guvnors (West End), Bob Cratchit in A Christmas Carol (Old Vic) and an ugly sister in the Lyric Hammersmith’s panto.On screen, Peter recently recently played Ollie in I Hate Suzie Too, created by Lucy Prebble and Billie Piper for Sky. His other screen credits include Doctor Who (BBC) Cucumber (Channel 4) and Banana (E4). Peter will soon be seen in EastEnders (BBC).Follow Peter on Instagram: @petercaulfieldHosted 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.

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Annabel Marlow (Public / original Cambridge cast of SIX) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Annabel discuss Shirley Valentine (Duke of York's Theatre) and Oklahoma! (Wyndham's Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Olivier Awards, Lord of the Rings, We Will Rock You casting and lots more.Annabel is preparing to star in Public The Musical at the Vaults Festival. Public is a new pop/rock musical by Stroud and Notes about four unique strangers stuck together in a gender-neutral public toilet, exploring identity and connection.Annabel was part of the original production of SIX, playing Katherine Howard in the show's premiere Cambridge University production which ran at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and in Cambridge in 2017.Having recently graduated from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, Annabel regularly gigs with her original music and is preparing to premiere her one-person show Is This Okay? at the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe Festival.Public runs at the Vaults Festival on Friday 17th March and Saturday 18th March. Visit www.vaultfestival.com for info and tickets. Follow Annabel on Instagram: @annabel_marlow_  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.

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

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We're back for a new season of stagey catchups!On this week's episode, Andrew discusses No Limits (Turbine Theatre) and Heathers (UK Tour) as well as the latest news about the WhatsOnStage Awards, Chichester's new season, Les Mis casting and lots more.Other shows mentioned include The Lion King, Pretty Women, Jesus Christ Superstar, Once On This Island and My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?).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.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Before we kick off a new season of The West End Frame Show, we've recorded a catchup episode to bring you up-to-speed about all the shows we've seen since our last episode in December. Andrew is joined by theatre journalist Lisa Martland to discuss: Allegiance (Charing Cross Theatre), Idina Menzel's Which Way To The Stage (Disney Plus), Benjamin Rauhala's West End Besties (Cadogan Hall), Mandela (Young Vic), Sylvia (Old Vic), Phaedra (National Theatre), Noises Off (Phoenix Theatre) and Wreckage (Turbine).There are also mentions for Jack and the Beanstalk (London Palladium), Mother Goose (Duke of York's), As You Like It (Soho Place), Dreamgirls (Liverpool Empire), The Cher Show (New Wimbledon Theatre), Hex (National Theatre), And Juliet (Shaftesbury Theatre) and Six (Vaudeville Theatre).Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa is the Founding Editor of one of the UK’s top theatre websites, Musical Theatre Review which is currently celebrating its tenth anniversary. Lisa also works with My Theatre Mates and Musicals Magazine whilst managing social media for Killing The Cat (Riverside Studios). 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.

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We're back for bonus episode with Meaghan Martin!Meaghan is currently starring in Smoke by Kim Davies at the Southwark Playhouse.A modern adaptation of Miss Julie, Smoke asks audiences to question our pre-conceived conceptions around BDSM communities. With a series of Q&As involving sex positive activists, and BDSM advocates, this production aims to tackle notable prejudices such as kink shaming. Júlia Levai and Polina Kalinina co-direct the production in which Meaghan stars opposite her real life partner, actor Oli Higginson.Meaghan began her career working on screen in the US, with her credits including 10 Things I Hate About You, Dear Lemon Lima, The Suite Life of Zack & Cody and Mean Girls 2. Meaghan relocated to London and studied acting at LAMDA. Her theatre credits include Never Not Once and The Actor’s Nightmare (Park Theatre) and The Least We Could Do (The Other Palace).Smoke runs at the Park Theatre until 25th February 2023. Visit www.southwarkplayhouse.co.uk for info and tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Theatre Critic Caz Cronin (Broadway World UK) joins West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, to round up their top shows of 2022.Thank you for listening to The West End Frame Show in 2022 and for sharing your top shows of the year - we included as many as possible in this episode. We're taking a break in January, but will be back with a new series of The West End Frame Show in February.Follow Caz on Twitter: @CazCroninHosted 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.

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Actor Cameron Bernard Jones (Ain't Too Proud / The Wiz) joins West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, to round up his Top 5 Performances of 2022!Thank you for listening to The West End Frame Show in 2022 and for sharing your top performances of the year - we included as many as possible in this episode. We're back tomorrow to round up our top shows of the year.Cameron is a West End performer, voice actor, bass baritone, accent coach, podcast host and poet. He is originally from New York and has performed internationally in Porgy & Bess and Showboat. In the West End, he has been in Motown The Musical and Tina: The Tina Turner Musical.Last year Cameron appeared in South Pacific at the Chichester Festival Theatre before taking on the title role in The Wiz at the Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester.He has hosted two podcasts, Two Scoops and Cancelled.Cameron is currently appearing in Punchdruk’s production of The Burnt City. Next year he is set to become a West End leading man and star as Melvin Franklin in the West End premiere of Aint Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations at the Prince Edward Theatre.Follow Cameron in Instagram: @cbjartsHosted 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.

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For the final episode of the season, theatre publicist Alexandra Buchanan (Buchanan PR) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Alexandra discuss Newsies (Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre) and Mother Goose starring Sir Ian McKellen & John Bishop as well as the latest news about the Mamma Mia! casting show, Grease, the Beautiful movie, Rachel Tucker and lots more.Alexandra has worked in the theatre industry for over ten years, and has spent almost nine years in the world of theatre PR.In October this year Alexandra launched her very own agency, Buchanan PR. Made up of young, driven and creative women, Buchanan PR is looking after a plethora of shows including the likes of Back to the Future, Bat Out Of Hell, The Cher Show, Elf The Musical, Newsies, Fisherman’s Friends, the Jersey Boys tour and Magic Mike Live… with lots of exciting clients lined up for 2023 and beyond.Follow Buchanan PR on Instagram: @buchanan_pr_ltd  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.

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This week we're recording on location at the Theatre Cafe Diner with the venue's Head of Operations & Socials, Jack Malin!Andrew and Jack discuss Mamma Mia! The Party (O2), Orlando starring Emma Corin (Garrick Theatre) and Bugsy Malone (Alexandra Palace Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Wicked movies casting, Cheryl in 2:22 A Ghost Story, We Will Rock You, Groundhog Day, Shirley Valentine starring Sheridan Smith plus more. Jack is Head of Operations & Socials for the Theatre Cafe and the brand-new Theatre Café Diner on Shaftesbury Avenue. He's also a performer, and is currently appearing in the New Wimbledon Theatre pantomime, Snow White. For more info about the Theatre Cafe and Theatre Cafe Diner, visit www.thetheatrecafe.co.uk.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.

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We're bringing you a bonus episode with special guests Gracie McGonigal (The Crucible) and Corrine Priest (Les Misérables).Gracie McGonigal is currently starring as the title role in Cinderella at the Theatre Royal Stratford East. The panto rule book has been torn up for an original take on the enduringly popular story, set in the ancient home of Sphynx cats, pharaohs and the empress Cleopatra. Gracie's theatre credits include: The Crucible (National Theatre), Aladdin (Lyric Hammersmith Theatre), Fangirls Workshop (Sonia Friedman), National Theatre Connections (National Theatre), Shipton (BEAM 2020, Fat Rascal Theatre), Beyond The Stars (The Other Palace) and Gracie McGonigal in Concert (The Theatre Cafe). Cinderella runs at the Theatre Royal Stratford East until Saturday 7th January 2023. Visit www.stratfordeast.com for info and tickets.Corrine Priest is preparing to play The Fairy Queen in the world premiere of Claus The Musical at The Lowry in Salford. Directed by Kate Golledge and adapted for the stage by Simon Warne with music and lyrics from Andy Collyer, Claus The Musical brings the L.Frank Baum children’s classic The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus to life.A recipient of The Stephen Sondheim Student Performer of the Year award, Corrine's theatre credits include: Elizabeth in Young Frankenstein (The English Theatre, Frankfurt), Les Miserables (Sondheim Theatre & UK Tour), Les Misérables: The Staged Concert (Sondheim Theatre), Lucy in Can’t Stop It (The Other Palace), Lucy in Ushers: The Front of House Musical (Edinburgh Fringe and Arts Theatre), Ghost of Christmas Past in A Christmas Carol (Blackpool Opera House) and Amy Thomas in Girlfriends (Union Theatre). Corrine also recorded the critically acclaimed one-woman song-cycle Heart of Winter.Claus The Musical runs at The Lowry in Salford 14th December 2022 – 8th January 2023. Visit www.thelowry.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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, flies solo for this week's episode. Andrew discusses The Wizard of Oz (Curve Leicester), 42 Balloons (Vaudeville Theatre) and Mother Goose (Hackney Empire) as well as the latest news about Guys & Dolls, The Great British Bake Off musical, Newsies, Come From Away, Once Upon A One More time and lots more. 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.

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This week, Andrew is all alone for a solo episode of The West End Frame Show!Andrew discusses Matilda The Movie (Netflix), Elf The Musical (Dominion Theatre), But I'm A Cheerleader (Turbine Theatre), Nalton & Tudor LIVE (Live At Zedel) and The Light in the Piazza in Concert (Alexandra Palace Theatre) as well as the latest news about Ain't Too Proud, Joseph in Toronto, The Mousetrap and lots more.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.

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Taofique Folarin (ensemble in Moulin Rouge) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Taofique discuss Glory Ride (The Other Palace), A Christmas Carol (Old Vic) and The Book of Mormon (UK Tour, Glasgow Theatre Royal) as well as the latest news about Mrs Doubtfire, Operation Mincemeat, Happy Meal, Wicked and lots more.Taofique recently joined the West End production of Moulin Rouge at the Piccadilly Theatre, as part of the ensemble and understudy for Toulouse and Santiago.Earlier this year, Taofique led the cast of Proud at the King’s Head Theatre before going on to appear in the premiere of 101 Dalmatians The Musical as a swing, at the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre.In the West End, Taofique has appeared in The Lion King (Lyceum / Hamburg), Avenue Q (Gielgud / Noel Coward) and Three Little Pigs (Palace / Australian Tour).His other extensive theatre credits include: Instrumental and Safe (Hackney Empire), Norma Jean is Dead (Above the Stag), Body Talk (The Vaults), Fagamuffin (Bush), One Love (Birmingham Rep), Five Guys Named Moe (English Theatre Frankfurt), Fame (UK and International Tour), Peter Pan (Adelphi), Dick Whittington (Birmingham Hippodrome) and The Cripple of Inishmaan (Landor).On screen Taofique has worked on Sanderton (Sky), The Holiday (NBC), The Grass is Always Grindr (Amazon Prime), Life Begins (BBC) and Thrive.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.

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Musical Director, Producer and Writer Alex Parker (My Fair Lady / The Light in the Piazza) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Alex discuss Strictly Ballroom (New Wimbledon Theatre, UK Tour) and the WhatsOnStage Awards, as well as the latest news about Wicked casting, The Woman in Black closing, the Nanny McPhee musical and lots more. Alex is currently the musical director for the UK & Ireland tour of My Fair Lady directed by Bartlett Sher.Additionally, Alex is currently producing and musical directing a concert staging of The Light in the Piazza at the Alexandra Palace Theatre on 27th November with an all-star cast including Elena Shaddow, Amara Okereke, Jordan Luke Gage, Rebecca Lock and Amy Di Bartolomeo.Alex made a splash on the theatre scene when he produced and musical directed the London premiere of Stephen Sondheim’s Putting It Together at the St James Theatre (now The Other Palace) starring Janie Dee. Most recently he produced and musical directed Wonderful Town at Opera Holland Park, Gypsy starring seven Roses at the Alexandra Palace Theatre, Sunset Boulevard at Alexandra Palace Theatre & Royal Albert Hall and his own musical AmDram at Leicester Curve.Alex has also produced and musical directed A Little Night Music on two occasions, at the Palace Theatre in the West End and Opera Holland Park.Alex was the musical director for Mame at the Hope Mill Theatre, The Color Purple at Leicester Curve and My Left Right Foot for the National Theatre of Scotland. Other shows that he has worked on include Sweet Charity, Barnum, Secret Diary of Adrain Mole, Wonderland, Working, Les Misérables, Stephen Ward, The Pajama Game, Soho Cinders and so much more. The list is endless!The Light in the Piazza is staged at the Alexandra Palace Theatre on 27th November 2022. Visit www.alexandrapalace.com for info and tickets.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We're bringing you a bonus episode of The West End Frame Show, with special guests Ope Sowande (Moulin Rouge/The Lion King) and Scarlet Gabriel (Waitress/Six).Ope Sowande is preparing to play Jack Goose in Mother Goose, this year's pantomime at the Hackney Empire, directed by and starring Clive Rowe. The pantomime Mother Goose was first created for Hackney Empire regular and Music Hall legend Dan Leno, who first played the title role in 1902. 120 years on, Hackney are proud to present the mother of all pantomimes to conclude their 120th birthday year.Ope previously understudied Simba in the international tour of The Lion King and recently was a swing in the original West End cast of Moulin Rouge (Piccadilly Theatre).Ope discusses why he's delighted to be doing panto in Hackney, how it felt to say goodbye to Moulin Rouge and being inspired by his best friend and fellow performer Jordan Shaw. Mother Goose runs at the Hackney Empire 19th November -  31st December. Visit www.hackneyempire.co.uk for info and tickets. Scarlet Gabriel is currently playing Debbie in Mamma Mia! The Party at the O2. Created by ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus, Mamma Mia! The Party is described as a "unique and magical experience" , bringing all ABBA’s hits to life whilst giving guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in a musical extravaganza, a four-course Greek feast and an ABBA disco.Just a few of Scarlet's theatre credits include: Clara/understudy Oda Mae Brown in Ghost The Musical (Asia Tour), Milan Stage Manager/understudy Trish in Kinky Boots (UK & Ireland Tour), Anna of Cleve in Six The Musical (NCL Bliss) and, most recently, Nurse Norma and understudy Becky in Waitress (UK & Ireland Tour).Scarlett discusses what it was like to join Mamma Mia! The Party, why it's important for her to create opportunities for herself outside of performing and her unfinished business with Six The Musical. Mamma Mia! The Party is booking at the O2 until 30th April 2023. Visit www.mammamiatheparty.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.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Social media manager Ksenya Gray returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! This week's episode focusses on the latest news from the West End and beyond; Andrew and Ksenya discuss Bonnie & Clyde casting, Hairspray at Kilworth House and Corey English joining Back To The Future, as well as the latest from Broadway.Additionally, Andrew and Ksenya delve into the reported changes UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is planning to make to the 2010 Equality Act, impacting legal protections for trans and non-binary people from discrimination, as well as the theatre companies and institutions that have lost out on funding from the Arts Council. Ksenya runs the social media company Storytellers UK, most recently she has worked with the London Musical Theatre Orchestra on their concert season at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane as well as Audra McDonald's show at the London Palladium. Visit www.storytellersuk.net for more info and follow Ksenya on Instagram: @ksenya.gray. 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.

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

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Billy Nevers (Francois in And Juliet) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Billy discuss Musical Con West End (ExCel Centre), My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?) (Garrick Theatre) and Jordan Luke Gage's Concert (Here At Outernet) as well as the latest news about MJ The Musical, Pretty Woman, The Great British Bake Off Musical and lots more.Billy's theatre credits include ensemble and cover Simon in Jesus Christ Superstar (Barbican / Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre), The Wreck in Wonderful Town (Opera Holland Park), The Color Purple in Concert (Cadogan Hall), Turn Up London (Digital) and An Intimate Evening with Kristen Chenoweth (London Palladium).Billy was part of the original cast of And Juliet in Manchester and at the Shaftesbury Theatre as a swing before going on to play various roles – including Dewey and the Store Manager – whilst also understudying Emmet in Lucy Moss' London revival of Legally Blonde at the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre. For his performance, Billy was nominated for Outstanding Performance in a Musical at the 2022 Black British Theatre Awards.Billy has recently returned to And Juliet, taking over the role of Francois. And Juliet runs at the Shaftesbury Theatre until 25th March 2023. You can see Billy's solo show at Piano Smithfield, London on Sunday 20th November. Visit www.shop.westwaymusic.com for info and tickets. Follow Billy on Instagram: @billylukenevers 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.

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Maddison Bulleyment (Anne Boleyn in Six UK Tour/Lyric Hammersmith’s Jack and the Beanstalk) (they/them) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Maddie discuss Fame Wh*re (King's Head), The Phantom of the Opera (Her Majesty's Theatre) and Choir Of Man (Arts Theatre) as well as the latest news about The Black British Theatre Awards, Next To Normal, Idina Menzel and lots more. They also discuss the sad passing of Dame Angela Lansbury. Having trained at Central School of Speech and Drama, Maddie went on to play Carolyn in the UK premiere of The Bridges of Madison County at the Menier Chocolate Factory before starring as Anne Boleyn in the touring production of Six The Musical from October 2019 until March this year. They are about to star as Jill in the Lyric Hammersmith’s production of Jack and the Beanstalk this Christmas. Jack and the Beanstalk runs at the Lyric Hammersmith from 19th November until 7th January. Visit www.lyric.co.uk for info and tickets. Follow Maddie on Instagram: @maddieroseb 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.

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Jordan Luke Gage (Clyde in Bonnie & Clyde) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Jordan discuss the opening of The Theatre Cafe Diner, & Juliet starring Collette Guitart, Billy Nevers & Joe Foster, Ruckus and Wicked as well as the latest news about Newsies, Bad Cinderella, The Wizard of Oz, Rebecca Wickes and lots more. Since making his theatrical debut as Marilyn in Taboo at the Brixton Clubhouse, Jordan Luke Gage has become one of the UK's biggest theatrical stars. Jordan's West End credits include being the first replacement Strat in Bat Out Of Hell (Dominion), originating the role of Romeo in & Juliet (Manchester/Shaftesbury), starring as JD in Heathers (Theatre Royal Haymarket) and most recently he played Clyde in the UK premiere of Bonnie and Clyde (Arts).Jordan is currently preparing for two sold out solo shows at the new venue HERE at Outernet on 23rd October ahead of playing Fabrizio Naccarelli in a concert staging of The Light in the Piazza at the Alexandra Palace Theatre on 27th November. Follow Jordan on Instagram: @jordanlukegageJordan previously appeared on S6 Ep7 of our interviews podcast, In The Frame.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Adam Gillian (cover Christian in Moulin Rouge) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Adam discuss Kinky Boots (Queen's Theatre Hornchurch), Dreamgirls (New Theatre Oxford) and Come From Away (Phoenix Theatre) as well as the latest news about Six, Hello Dolly starring Imelda Staunton, Emojiland and lots more.Adam is currently in his final two weeks as Walking Cover Christian in the original West End cast of Moulin Rouge at the Piccadilly Theatre.Adam's other credits include: Gerry in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (UK Tour), understudy  Orpheus in Hadestown (National Theatre) and RYCA's Refresh (Underbelly Festival). His television credits include BBC’s Counsel and Pan Tau. Adam recorded this episode after a busy day of teaching and train delays... before finding out he was playing Christian that evening! Adam previously hosted S4 Ep7 of The West End Frame Show during the pandemic. 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.

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Christina Bianco (Fanny Brice in Funny Girl & impressionist extraordinaire) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Christina discuss Only Fools & Horses and The Drifters Girl as well as the latest news about Jonathan Bailey, Ain't Too Proud, Miss Saigon, Carrie Hope Fletcher, Musical Con and lots more. A star of stage and YouTube, Christina Bianco is renowened for her musical impressions and regularly tours the world with her acclaimed solo shows. In the UK she has had multiple sell out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and at various London venues.   Christina made her West End debut in Forbidden Broadway (Vaudeville) and gave an award-winning performance as Fanny Brice in Stephen Mears’ 2019 acclaimed revival of Funny Girl in Paris.  She most recently starred as LV in the UK tour of The Rise and Fall of Little Voice.  Christina is currently preparing to recreate Liza Minnelli's iconic 1972 concert film Liza With a Z on its 50th anniversary at the Clapham Grand on Sunday 23rd October with the London Gay Big Band. Christina and the LGBB jazz orchestra will be joined by special guests throughout the evening, including English actress, singer and comedian Sooz Kempner to bring the fabulous songs of Liza Minnelli to life and celebrate this special anniversary year. Visit www.claphamgrand.com for info and tickets. Follow Christina on Instagram: @xtinabianco1 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.

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Liam McEvoy (Bruiser Woods in Legally Blonde) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Liam discuss Heathers (The Other Palace) and Back To The Future (Adelphi Theatre) as well as the latest news about Phantom on Broadway, The Black British Theatre Awards, From Here To Eternity, 42nd Street, The Music Man and lots more. Prior to training at Laine Theatre Arts, Liam made their theatrical debut at the age of twelve in the UK and Ireland tour of Oliver! during the musical’s run in Dublin. They’ve filmed commercials and appeared in panto, and recently made their London stage debut in Lucy Moss’ revival of Legally Blonde at the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, starring as Bruiser Woods!You can follow Liam on Instagram: @liamsmcevoyCORRECTION: Heathers is booking at The Other Palace until 19th February 2023. Visit www.theotherpalace.co.uk for further info and tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We're back for a brand new season with Rebecca Gilliland (cover Elphaba in Wicked) as co-host!Andrew and Rebecca discuss Get Up Stand Up (Lyric Theatre), Rehab The Musical (Playground Theatre), Ride (Charing Cross Theatre) and Horse Play (Riverside Studios) as well as the latest news about ITV's reality casting show for Mamma Mia, the new Moulin Rouge West End cast, Sweeney Todd starring Annaleigh Ashford and Josh Groban and lots more. Just a few of Rebecca's theatre credits include: Rent In Concert (Lyric Theatre), Emily in The Hired Man (Union Theatre), Lady Macbeth in Macbeth (International Tour), Rebecca in Just Another Love Story (Arts Theatre), Lucille in The Clockmaker's Daughter (Landor Theatre) and Angharad in My Land’s Shore (Ye Olde Rose & Crown). She appeared as the voice of Dodo in RuPaul's Drag Race: UK vs The World (BBC). Rebecca recently completed a run in the West End production of Wicked, understudying the roles of Elphaba and Nessarose, at the Apollo Victoria Theatre. 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.

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We're back with West End Frame icon Lisa Martland to catchup about this summer's hottest shows!Andrew & Lisa discuss The Cher Show (UK Tour), Crazy For You (Chichester), 101 Dalmatians (Regent's Park), Billy Elliot (Leicester Curve), South Pacific (Sadler's Wells), The Osmonds (UK Tour), Diva Live From Hell (Turbine), Millennials (Other Palace), Chess & Kinky Boots In Concert (Drury Lane), Sister Act (Eventim Apollo) and Dear Evan Hansen (Noel Coward). They also discuss the news about My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?) transferring to the West End and the terribly sad news about the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh. Having spent many years at The Stage - including five years as Deputy Editor - Lisa is the Founding Editor of one of the UK's top theatre websites, Musical Theatre Review. The West End Frame Show will kick off season seven on Tuesday 13th September!Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32Thanks 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.

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In this special episode, West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins discusses top picks from this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival, including Wreckage (Summerhall), Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World (Pleasance Courtyard), Ruckus (Summerhall), Happy Meal (Traverse Theatre) & My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?) (Underbelly). Visit www.tickets.edfringe.com for all the shows discussed. 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.

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Lauren Drew (Brooke in Legally Blonde / Aragon in Six) co-hosts the final episode of season six of The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Lauren discuss Sister Act (Eventim Apollo) and Frozen starring Danielle Fiamanya (Theatre Royal Drury Lane) as well as the latest news about Matilda, 42nd Street, Kinky Boots and lots more.  Lauren’s theatre credits include: understudy Molly in Ghost (UK Tour), understudy Nicola in Kinky Boots (West End), New Wave Girl & understudy Heather Chandler in Heathers (The Other Palace/West End), Suzanne in Sweet Charity (Donmar Warehouse) and understudy Eva in Evita (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre). Lauren recently completed her celebrated reign as Catherine of Aragon in Six The Musical (UK Tour) before dazzling audiences as Brooke Wyndham in Lucy Moss' revival of Legally Blonde at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. She made it to the live finals of The Voice UK in 2021. Follow Lauren on Instagram: @_laurendrew1 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.

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We're kicking off the week with a bonus episode of The West End Frame Show!Andrew is joined by writer & actor Tom Ratcliffe, producer Jamie Lambert and director Benji Sperring. Tom Ratcliffe's latest play Wreckage is running at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Directed by Rikki Beadle-Blair MBE, Tom is starring in the play alongside Michael Walters (The Inheritance). Tom previously received rave reviews at the Fringe for his one-person play Velvet. Another of his plays, Evelyn, recently completed its London run at the Southwark Playhouse starring Rula Lenska.Wreckage runs at Sumerhall 3rd - 28th August. Visit www.tickets.edfringe.com for info and tickets. Jamie Lambert is one half of producing team Lambert Jackson Productions and one fourth of Britain’s Got Talent winning musical theatre vocal group Collabro.His latest production, along with Eliza Jackson and Aria Entertainment, is Cruise which premiered last year at the Duchess Theatre and was nominated for an Olivier Award. The show, which is written by and stars Jack Holden, is returning to the West End for a run at the Apollo Theatre this Summer.Having previously produced Songs for a New World at the London Palladium during the pandemic, Lambert Jackson are also producing the upcoming concert of The Secret Garden at the Palladium. Cruise runs at the Apollo Theatre 13th August - 4th September. Visit www.cruisetheplay.co.uk for info and tickets. Benji Sperring is directing the European premiere of Yeast Nation at the Southwark Playhouse. From the writers of Urinetown - Greg Kotis & Mark Hollmann - Yeast Nation is described as a "bonkers" musical about a colony of yeast 3.5 billion years ago. Some of Benji’s directing credits include How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying (Wilton’s), Shock Treatment (King’s Head) and Toxic Avenger (Arts Theatre).Yeast Nation runs at the Southwark Playhouse until 27th August. Visit www.southwarkplayhouse.co.uk for info and tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Harry Winchester (I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Harry discuss A Doll's House Part 2 (Donmar Warehouse), Billy Elliot (Leicester Curve), Moulin Rouge starring Zoe Birkett & Adam Gillian (Piccadilly Theatre) and Sister Act (Eventim Apollo) as well as the latest news about @sohoplace, Mrs Doubtfire, Elf The Musical and lots more.  Harry is about to make his Edinburgh Fringe debut in I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical by Alexander S. Bermange. The musical - which reveals everything you could want to know about being a musical theatre performer - is returning to Edinburgh following a sell-out run in 2019.  Having trained at Arts Ed, just a few of Harry's theatre credits include Peter Pan (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre), The Pirate Queen (London Coliseum) and Big Bad Wolf in Stiles and Drewe's The Three Little Pigs (Turbine / Underbelly London).  He's done panto in Cheltenham, Shrewsbury and Poole and earlier this year appeared in the opera Lohengrin at the Royal Opera House. Harry has just finished a run at the Waterloo East Theatre in the UK premiere of A Letter To Harvey Milk. I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical is at the Edinburgh Fringe from 3rd August through to 28th August at the Gilded Balloon Patter House. Visit www.tickets.edfringe.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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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On this week's mini episode, Andrew discusses Anything Goes (Barbican), Millennials (The Other Palace Studio), Jessica Vosk Live (Cadogan Hall) and the Six UK Tour (Aylesbury Waterside Theatre) as well as the latest news about Funny Girl on Broadway, Cinderella starring Grace Mouat, Jordan Luke Gage's debut solo show and lots more!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.

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Jake Bishop (ensemble in Beauty & The Beast) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Jake discuss A-Typical Rainbow (Turbine Theatre) and Pretty Woman (Savoy Theatre) as well as the latest news about Bonnie & Clyde, Luke Suri joining Jersey Boys in the West End, Back To The Future's new London cast and lots more. Having trained at Laine Theatre Arts, Jake is currently making his West End debut in the ensemble of Beauty & the Beast at the London Palladium. He has been on tour with the production since last year, understudying the roles of Le Fou and Cogsworth. Jake's other theatre credits include playing Gavroche in Les Miserables (25th Anniversary Tour), Michael Darling in Stiles & Drew's Peter Pan (West Yorkshire Playhouse) and Aladdin (Qdos). Beauty & The Beast runs at the London Palladium until 17th September 2022 before visiting Bristol and Dublin. Visit www.beautyandthebeastmusical.co.uk for info and tickets. Follow Jake on Instagram: @jake_bishop2611 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.

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Chanice Alexander-Burnett (Fantine in Les Misérables) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Chanice discuss Beauty & The Beast (London Palladium), Lea Salonga's Dream Again tour (Royal Albert Hall) and Evelyn (Southwark Playhouse) as well as the latest news about Come From Away, Mary Poppins, the Wicked movie, Kinky Boots in Concert and lots more. Chanice made her West End debut as a swing in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Aldwych Theatre)l. Her West End credits also include understudy Nabulungi in The Book of Mormon (Prince Of Wales) and understudy Diana Ross in Motown The Musical (Shaftesbury Theatre). Elsewhere, Chanice played Angie in Our House at the Union Theatre and played Alline in a workshop of Tina: The Tina Turner Musical. Chanice is currently starring as Fantine in the West End production of Les Miserables at the Sondheim Theatre. Follow Chanice on Instagram: @chaniceab 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.

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We're back for an extra dose of staginess with two special guests!Craig Hamilton is playing Tommy Shelby in Immersive Everywhere's production of Peaky Blinders: The Rise at the Camden Garrison. The production is an immersive theatrical show that places audiences in the heart of one of the world’s most popular TV series. Peaky Blinders: The Rise is presented in collaboration with Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight and Caryn Mandabach Productions.Craig's credits include: Doctor Who: Time Fracture and The Great Gatsby (Immersive Everywhere), Casino Royale (Secret Cinema), Jubilee (Royal Exchange & Lyric Hammersmith) and Gastronomic (Shoreditch Town Hall).Peaky Blinders: The Rise is booking at the Camden Garrison until Sunday 12th February 2023. Visit www.immersivepeakyblinders.com for info and tickets. JJ Green is the writer and star of the brand new play A-Typical Rainbow which is premiering at the Turbine Theatre. Based on real events from the perspective of the writer and the autistic community, A-Typical Rainbow is described as an uplifting play about the experience of growing up neurodivergent and queer in early 2000s Britain. JJ Green is an actor/writer/theatre consultant. Most recently he performed in Perspective for the National Theatre. JJ went on to consult for Equity UK and authored the equity standard guide on neurodivergence in the arts distributed across the industry.A-Typical Rainbow runs at the Turbine Theatre until 7th August 2022. Visit www.theturbinetheatre.com for info and tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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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.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Jack Harrison-Cooper (cover Danny & Kenickie in Grease) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Jack discuss The Drifters Girl (Garrick Theatre), Joseph UK Tour (Glasgow Kings Theatre) & A Love Letter To Harvey Milk (Waterloo East Theatre) as well as the latest news about The Devil Wears Prada starring Beth Leavel, The Bodyguard, Heathers, Jennifer Hudson plus lots more. After training at Laine Theatre Arts, Jack made his West End debut in the ensemble of Miss Saigon at the Price Edward Theatre. His credits also include: Kiss Me Kate (Paris), understudy Emmet in Legally Blonde (Curve Leicetser), Warner in Legally Blonde (South Korea), Chistery & understudy Boq in Wicked (2017 UK & Ireland Tour), The Wedding Singer (South Korea) and Sunset Boulevard In Concert (Alexandra Palace Theatre). Most recently Jack was part of the ensemble and cover Aaron in the original West End production of The Prince of Egypt (Dominion Theatre) and then appeared alongside seven all-star Roses in Gypsy In Concert (Alexandra Palace Theatre).  On screen Jack can be seen in the Miss Saigon 25th Anniversary filmed performance (available on Netflix) and in Mary Poppins Returns. He can also be heard on the Miss Saigon and Prince of Egypt cast albums. Jack is currently back at the Dominion Theatre in the ensemble of Grease, understudying Danny, Kenickie and Officer Mallie. He also works in the word of fitness. Grease runs at the Dominion Theatre until Saturday 29th October. Visit www.greasemusical.co.uk for info and tickets.Follow Jack on Instagram: @jackhcooperHosted 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.

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Hicaro Nicolai (Cabaret Prologue Company) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!In this jam-packed episode, Andrew & Hicaro discuss My Fair Lady as well as the latest news about Cinderella's closing night, the Tony Awards, Broadway closures, the Six film and lots more!Hicaro is a Brazillian performer and, after having an incredible non-stop career in Brazil, they came to the UK and starred in Voices Of The Amazon (Sadler’s Wells / International Tour) as well as Inala A Zulu Ballet (Royal Albert Hall / Peacock Theatre / International Tour).They then ventured into the world of musical theatre and appeared in Vanara The Musical (Hackney Empire) before joining the cast of A Chorus Line (Leicester Curve) as a swing.Hicaro is currently in the West End production of Cabaret (Kit Kat Club, Playhouse Theatre) as a swing for the prologue company.Follow Hicaro on Instagram: @hicaronicolaiHosted 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.

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Katie Brace (Tracy Turnblad in Hairspray) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Katie discuss Grease (Dominion Theatre) & Lift (Southwark Playhouse) as well as the latest news about Into The Woods, Dear Evan Hansen, Unheard starring Kayla Carter & Lauren Byrne plus lots more! Having trained at the London School of Musical Theatre, Katie made her professional debut as Tracy Turnblad in the UK tour of Hairspray to huge acclaim.Since completing Hairspray's ten month tour, she has been busy running Katie Brace Creatives, a hub for musical theatre workshops, masterclasses and private 1-1s. Visit @katiebracecreatives on Instagram for more info. Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiebrace 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.

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Charlotte Bloomsbury (Stepping Out / The Good Life) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Charlotte discuss Legally Blonde (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), Six: Live On Opening Night (Broadway Cast Album), Dreamgirls (UK Tour) and Table Manners Live (London Palladium) as well as the latest news about the Tony Awards, Mrs Doubtfire, Jeremy Jordan, Stephanie J Block and lots more!Last year Charlotte understudied Barbara, Margo & Mary in The Good Life (UK Tour) before joining the London company of NewsRevue (Canal Cafe Theatre) in which she played various roles including Boris Johnson, Cressida Dick and The Queen. She has been part of several improvisation comedy groups, and performed in countless off-West End and Edinburgh Fringe Festival shows. Charlotte is about to go back on tour, starring as Andy in the new reimagined production of Stepping Out, starring alongside Rita Simons, Harriet Thorpe, Hayley Tamaddon, Leanne Jones and Wendi Peters. Stepping Out opens at the Kings Theatre in Portsmouth on 5th September, and is currently booking through to November 2022. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! We're off for a couple of weeks, but will be back to finish this season on Tuesday 7th June. 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.

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Beth Hinton-Lever (A Chorus Line / Macbeth) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Beth discuss the Sondheim Old Friends Gala (Sondheim Theatre), Oklahoma (Young Vic) and Love Is Only Love (Other Palace) as well as the latest news about the Drury Lane August concerts, Ariana DeBose hosting the Tony Awards, & Juliet and lots more. Just a few of Beth's theatre credits include: Spring Awakening (Hope Mill Theatre), Hadestown and Dick Wittington (National Theatre), As You Like It (National Theatre & Queen’s Hornchurch), Treasure Island (Derby Theatre) and Living Newspaper Edition 3 & Maryland (Royal Court)Having played Anybodys in West Side Story at Leicester Curve, Beth recently returned to the venue to star as Bebe in A Chorus Line. She has just finished a run as the First Witch and Porter in Macbeth at Shakespeare’s Globe whilst doing lots of workshops and various screen work.Beth is a proud disabled actor and often speaks up for the disabled community. She's incredible and we were delighted to welcome her on to the podcast!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.

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We have a BONUS episode for you today, featuring chats with James Hameed and Sam Harrison!James Hameed is currently starring as the title role in The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole Aged 13¾ The Musical by Jake Brunger and Pippa Cleary at the Queen's Theatre Hornchurch. James' credits include: understudy in Spamilton (Menier), cover Motel & Perchik in Fiddler on the Roof (Menier & West End) and, most recently, Rich Goranski in Be More Chill (The Other Palace & West End). He has also worked on countless workshops and appears on the cast album of Rumi The Musical.The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole Aged 13¾ The Musical  runs at the Queen's Theatre Hornchurch until 21st May 2022. Visit www.queens-theatre.co.uk for info and tickets. Sam Harrison is the writer and star of Love Is Only Love which has returned to the Studio at The Other Palace Theatre following a sell out pre-pandemic run. Just a few of Sam's theatre credits include: Count Quintet in The Magician's Elephant (RSC), Bamatabois and Claquesous in Les Miserables (West End), understudy Monsieur Andre in The Phantom of the Opera (UK Tour) and understudy Princeton, Rod & Nicky and Trekkie & Brian in Avenue Q (West End).Love Is Only Love runs at The Other Palace until 15th May. Visit www.theotherpalace.co.uk for info and tickets.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Sam Turrell (Drew in Rock Of Ages) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Sam discuss Tina starring Rhianne-Louise McCaulsky, Hamilton starring Jay Perry and Dear Evan Hansen starring Mitchell Zhangazha as well as the latest news about the Wicked movie, Heathers, Elf The Musical and lots more. They also discuss the circumstances surrounding the closure of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cinderella. Sam has performed all over the world on various cruise ships including NCL, Royal Caribbean and Holland America in their shows and with the guest entertainer favourites, The Flyboys.  He first performed in Rock of Ages on the NCL Breakaway over three years understudying various roles including Stacee, Lonny and Drew before eventually taking over as Drew full-time. Sam then joined the UK tour of Rock Of Ages as an understudy for Drew, and has now taken over the role full-time for the latest leg of the tour! Sam recently returned to the seas to star as a vocalist in Burn The Floor. During the pandemic, Sam started a business which fused rock music and online workouts with MoshFit, perfect for anyone who wants to sweat to headbangers!  The Rock Of Ages tour is booking until May 2023. Visit www.rockofagesmusical.co.uk for information, 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.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Benjamin Yates (Tommy DeVito in Jersey Boys) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Ben discuss Bonnie & Clyde (Arts Theatre) and Grease (West End press launch) as well as the latest news about the first-ever Musical Con, Into The Woods, Billy Elliot, Life Of Pie and lots more. Benjamin is currently starring as Tommy DeVito in the West End revival of Jersey Boys at the Trafalgar Theatre.  Ben’s theatre credits include: understudy Fiyero in Wicked (UK tour),  understudy Tony in West Side Story (Kilworth House), Mungojerrie in Cats (London Palladium), Sonny in Grease (Slovenia),  School of Rock (West End), Wonderland (UK Tour), Tommy The Musical (Blackpool Winter Garden) and Jesus Christ Superstar (World Arena Tour). He recently starred in several episodes of Emmerdale (ITV).  Jersey Boys is currently booking at the Trafalgar Theatre until 2nd October 2022. Visit www.jerseyboysmusical.co.uk for info and tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32Thanks 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.

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Arts journalist Marianka Swain (The Telegraph / The i Paper) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Marianka discuss Cabaret starring Amy Lennox & Fra Free (Kit Kat Club), Zorro (Charing Cross Theatre), Waitress (UK Tour, King's Glasgow), Cinderella (Gillian Lyne Theatre), The 47th (Old Vic) and ISH Dance Collective (Sadler’s Wells) as well as the latest news about understudies and swings (including Carolyn Maitland and Chris O'Mara), But I'm A Cheerleader, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Addams Family plus lots more! Marianka writes about all things theatre, dance, TV, film, books and more for the likes of the Telegraph, The i Paper, London Theatre, Radio Times and Dancing Times magazine. Marianka is also the UK Editor of BroadwayWorld and a regular voice on The West End Frame Show (this is her fourth time on the podcast!). You can find Marianka’s work at www.mkmswain.com. Follow her on social media: @mkmswain Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32Thanks 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.

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Drag Queen Ella Vaday (Drag Race UK runner-up/The Book of Mormon) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Ella discuss Anyone Can Whistle (Southwark Playhouse) and & Juliet (Shaftesbury Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Olivier Awards, Cabaret, Annie Get Your Gun and lots more.Ella is the creation of Nick Collier. Nick started out as a musical theatre performer, with his credits including Cats, White Christmas, Once Upon A Time at the Adelphi, Fame, Salad Days and 42nd Street. He was a swing in Wicked (Apollo Victoria) for several years before going on to cover Joseph Smith in The Book of Mormon (Prince Of Wales) and the title role in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Kilworth House).Nick had been cast as Sketch and understudy Corny Collins in the 2020 West End revival of Hairspray. However, after the production was postponed to COVID, Nick turned his focus to drag and Ella Vaday.Ella was one of the stars of Drag Race UK season 3. After winning four maxi challenges (and showcasing top notch vocals along the way), Ella finished as a runner-up. Since drag race, Ella has been working non-stop. She is set to appear alongside Ed Sheeran in the film Sumotherhood and is touring Canada and Australia this summer, having toured in Pick N Mix with Vanity Milan, Chorizo May and River Medway earlier this year. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32Thanks 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.

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Maria Coyne (Wicked/The King & I) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Maria discuss To Kill A Mockingbird (Gielgud Theatre) & Coming To England (Birmingham Rep) as well as the latest news about Gemma Collins, C*ck, Stephen Sondheim, plus lots more! Maria had covered some of the most iconic roles in musical theatre, she was standby Glinda in Wicked (Apollo Victoria), understudy Christine in The Phantom of the Opera (Her Majesty's) and standby Anna in The King & I (UK & International Tour). Her credits also include: Kathy Seldon in Singin’ in the Rain (Adelphi Theatre), Anne in A Little Night Music (Rose and Crown), Magenta in The Rocky Horror Show (40th Anniversary Tour), Martha in Spring Awakening (Broadway Theatre), dance captain in Crazy For You (London Palladium) and alternate Narrator in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (UK Tour). Most recently, Maria appeared in the ensemble whilst understudying the two leading roles in Mimma (Workshop/Cadogan Hall). Follow Maria on Instagram: @peachcoyne Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32Thanks 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.

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Joseph Fletcher (Wicked / 101 Dalmatians Musical) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Joseph discuss Les Misérables (Sondheim Theatre) as well as the latest news about The Oscars, the Dirty Dancing usher who joined the musical's cast, Ben Stiller and lots more.Joseph is a deaf dancer and actor, widely celebrated for his run in the West End production of Wicked. He appeared in The Snowman in the West End and on tour across the UK and internationally. He was a dancer for the London 2012 Paralympics Opening Ceremony and was cast in the 2019 UK tour of the Regent’s Park production of To Kill A Mockingbird.Joseph has also performed various productions for Deaf Men Dancing.Joseph appeared in the West End production of Wicked between 2015 and 2019, and later returned to the show in 2021 for the musical's post-lockdown reopening and 15th anniversary.He is soon to appear in the world premiere of the 101 Dalmatians musical at the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre this summer in the ensemble and 1st cover Pongo head puppet and 2nd cover Perdi head puppet. Follow Joseph on social media: @josephjfletcher  Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32Thanks 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.

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Joe Aaron Reid (Dreamgirls/In The Heights) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Joe discuss C*ck (Ambassador's Theatre), The Tempest (Pleasance Theatre) and But I'm A Cheerleader (Turbine Theatre) as well as the latest news about Legally Blonde, Six, Sister Act, Kinky Boots and lots more. Joe's Broadway credits include: Stephen in If/Then, understudy Willie Lopez in Ghost the Musical, Catch Me If You Can, understudy Howard in Finian’s Rainbow, Fred Casely in Chicago and Ronnie Driscoll in Curtains. After moving to London, Joe played Benny in In The Heights (King's Cross Theatre) and originated the role of Curtis in the West End premiere of Dreamgirls (Savoy Theatre). After Dreamgirls, Joe left London for Paris, and then moved to LA. He recently returned to London to star in Steve at the Seven Dials Playhouse. Joe's credits also include: Smash (NBC), Daniel in Once on This Island (Lucille Lortel), The Tin Pan Alley Rag (Roundabout/Laura Pels), Howard in Finian’s Rainbow (Encores), Man #1 in Why We Tell The Story (Lucille Lortel), Kismet (Encores), Joe in Lines (TBG), Gabey in On the Town (5th Avenue), Gymnasia in A Funny Thing Happened On The Way to the Forum (Williamstown Theatre Festival), understudy Coalhouse in Ragtime (Paper Mill), Munkustrap in Cats (Northern Stage), Camelot (Boston) and Beauty and the Beast (Les Places des Artes, Montreal & Lyric, Baltimore). Follow Joe on social media: @joeaaronreidHosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32Thanks 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.

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Richard Carson (understudy Javert in Les Misérables) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Richard discuss Mamma Mia! (Novello Theatre) and Maria Friedman & Friends: Legacy (Menier Chocolate Factory) as well as the latest news about the Olivier Award nominations, Newsies, Pamela Anderson and lots more.Richard is currently playing the Factory Foreman and Combeferre in the West End production of Les Misérables at the Sondheim Theatre. He's also the first cover for Javert and Fight Captain. Richard joined Les Mis in 2019 when the show re-opened at the Sondheim, and also appeared in the show's concert production during the pandemic. Just a few of Richard's other credits include: Sky Masterson in Guy and Dolls (The Mill at Sonning), Sky in Mamma Mia! (Novello), understudy Chris in Miss Saigon (Prince Edward), understudy Fiyero in Wicked (Original UK & Ireland Tour), Strephon in Sasha Regan’s All-Male Iolanthe (UK Tour), Jason in Myth (Other Palace), Farmer in Oklahoma! (Royal Albert Hall) and Man 1 in Closer Than Ever (Pheasantry).Richard previously co-hosted the eighth episode of The West End Frame Show whilst he was playing Reuben and covering Pharaoh in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (London Palladium).Follow Richard on social media: @RichardCarson21 Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32Thanks 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.

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We're kicking off the week with a bonus episode of The West End Frame Show! Christina Bianco & Jodie Steele join us to discuss their latest projects. Christina Bianco is preparing to play LV in a brand new touring production of The Rise and Fall of Little Voice. From Judy Garland to Shirley Bassey, Marilyn Monroe to Billie Holliday, in the show Christina vividly brings to life performances from the great chanteuses in Jim Cartwright’s tender and life-affirming play. Renowned for her musical impressions, Christina tours the world with her acclaimed one woman shows and is well known for her viral videos.  She made her West End debut in Forbidden Broadway (Vaudeville) and starred as Fanny Brice in Stephen Mears’ acclaimed production of Funny Girl in Paris. The Rise and Fall of Little Voice opens 23rd March at MAST Mayflower Studios, Southampton before touring nationally until 16th July 2022. For more information please visit www.littlevoiceuk.com. Jodie Steele is starring in the world premiere of the musical adaptation of But I’m A Cheerleader at the Turbine Theatre, where it was formerly presented as part of MT Fest in 2019.   Jodie's theatre credits include: Standby Elphaba in Wicked (international tour), Katherine Howard in Six (UK & Ireland tour) and Carmen in Fame (UK tour). She is renowned for creating the role of Heather Chandler in the UK premiere of Heathers, a role she reprised last year when the show returned to the West End. But I’m A Cheerleader runs at the Turbine Theatre until 16th April 2022. Visit www.theturbinetheatre.com for info and tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32Thanks 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.

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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.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Rhianne-Louise McCaulsky (Alline Bullock & 1st cover Tina Turner in Tina) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Rhianne discuss Gypsy (Alexandra Palace Theatre), Steve (Seven Dials Playhouse), Proud (King's Head Theatre) and The WhatsOnStage Awards as well as the latest news about Aida, The Cher Show, My Fair Lady, Newsies and lots more. Having trained at Arts Ed, Rhianne made her West End debut in The Book of Mormon (Prince Of Wales) as a swing and 2nd cover Nabalungi. She went on to cover Zahara in Bat Out Of Hell (Dominion) before starring as Rizzo in the 2019 UK and Ireland tour of Grease.  Rhianne is currently back in the West End playing Alline Bullock and understudying Tina Turner in Tina The Musical (Aldwych).  Follow Rhianne on Instagram: @rhiannelou Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32Thanks 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.

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We're back to catchup about the shows that have opened so far this year! Andrew & Lisa discuss Moulin Rouge (Piccadilly Theatre) and Dreamgirls (UK Tour) as well as Operation Mincemeat(Southwark Playhouse), the new cast of Wicked (Apollo Victoria), Hex (National Theatre), Heathers (The Other Palace), Dirty Dancing (Dominion), The Wiz (Hope Mill) and Get Up Stand Up (Lyric). They also discuss the latest news about Anything Goes starring Kerry Ellis and The Color Purple movie.Having spent many years at The Stage - including five years as Deputy Editor - Lisa is the Founding Editor of one of the UK's top theatre websites, Musical Theatre Review. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32Thanks 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.

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Theatre Journalist, Caz Cronin & West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins share their Top 5 Shows of 2021!Caz reviews for Broadway World UK. Caz previously appeared on S1 Ep15, S3 Ep1, S4 Ep8, The Outtakes Episode and S5 Ep15. Thank you for listening to The West End Frame Show in 2021. We're taking a little break now, but will be back to celebrate West End Frame's 10th anniversary in February 2022!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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Actor Mark Dugdale (Come From Away) joins West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, to round up his Top 5 Performances of 2021!Thank you for listening to The West End Frame Show in 2021. We're back tomorrow to round up our top shows of the year.Mark is starring as Kevin T in the West End production of Come From Away at the Phoenix Theatre. He was formerly part of the original cast as a standby. Mark’s West End credits include: Jersey Boys (Piccadilly), The Commitments (Palace), We Will Rock You (Dominion), Les Misérables (Sondeim) and Chicago (Cambridge).He has also appeared in Jesus Christ Superstar (Regent’s Park Open Air), Jest End (Leicester Square), Have a Nice Life (Union), Alice: The Musical, Beauty and the Beast and Merry Christmas Betty Ford (Lyric Theatre, Belfast), The Threepenny Opera (Opera Northern Ireland) plus the UK tours of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and The Boy Friend (UK Tour).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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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For the final episode of season five, social media manager Ksenya Gray returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Ksenya discuss all the latest from theatreland, including covid enforced show closures. They also discuss Bring It On (Southbank Centre), Spring Awakening (Almedia Theatre) and Wicked starring Bex Botterill as Elphaba (Apollo Victoria Theatre) as well as the latest news about Les Misérables: The All-Star Staged Concert, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical and Roles We’ll Never Play.Ksenya runs the social media company Storytellers UK, most recently she has worked on Rumi at the London Coliseum and The Theatre Support Fund. Visit www.storytellersuk.net for more info and follow Ksenya on Instagram: @ksenya.gray. 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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Lizzy Connolly (Indecent Proposal/On The Town) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Lizzy discuss Cabaret (Kit Kat Club), A Chorus Line (Leicester Curve) and Pantoland (London Palladium) as well as the latest news about Moulin Rouge, Brittney Johnson, Giles Terera, The Prince of Egypt + more!Lizzy starred as Jolene in the original West End production of  Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (Savoy Theatre) and hasn't stopped working since! A few of her other credits include: Mrs Henderson Presents (West End), Vanaties The Musical (Trafalgar Studios), Once In A Lifetime (Young Vic), Sweet Charity (Donmar) and On The Town (Regent’s Park). Lizzy recently wrapped on new BBC show The Canterville Ghost in which she plays series regular ‘Moppy’. Her other screen work includes Call The Midwife, Plebs and playing Ellie Goulding in The Windsors.Lizzy has workshopped countless brand new shows and recently starred as Rebecca in the world premiere of the musical adaptation of Indecent Proposal at the Southwark Playhouse.Follow Lizzy on Instagram: @lizzy.connollyHosted 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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Mitchell Zhangazha (understudy Evan & Jared in Dear Evan Hansen) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Mitchell discuss Sunset Boulevard starring Mazz Murray (Royal Albert Hall), Jack and the Beanstalk (Hackney Empire) and Hamilton (Victoria Palace Theatre) as well as the latest news about Wicked's casting search for Nessarose, Audra McDonald's new project and Matt Terry's latest theatre role plus lots more.Mitchell recently joined the West End production of Dear Evan Hansen at the Noel Coward Theatre as an understudy for the roles of Evan and Jared. Prior to the pandemic he was understudying Goldie Wilson in the world premiere of Back To The Future at the Manchester Opera House. Mitchell worked extensively as a child, with his credits include: the original West End cast of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (London Palladium), Young Simba in The Lion King (West End), Caroline Or Change (National Theatre), Porgy and Bess (West End), Oliver (Theatre Royal Drury Lane) and he played Young Michael Jackson in Thriller Live on tour across the UK, Europe and in the West End.He kept going and never stopped working, with his further credits including Our Lady of Kibeho (Theatre Royal Stratford East), Stevie Wonder & understudy Berry Gordy in Motown The Musical (West End), Little Moe in Five Guys Named Moe (Edinburgh Fringe) and Curly in Peter Pan (West End). Dear Evan Hansen runs at the Noel Coward Theatre. Follow Mitchell on Instagram: @mitchzhangazhaHosted 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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Rochelle Sherona (Joseph / Hackney Empire Panto) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Rochelle discuss Love Story (Cadogan Hall), The Drifters Girl (Garrick Theatre) and The Comedy Of Errors (Barbican Theatre) as well as the latest news about The Black British Theatre Awards, But I'm A Cheerleader and Dirty Dancing. They also discuss the passing of legendary composer/lyricist Stephen Sondheim who has died aged 91. Rochelle trained at Urdang where she starred as Deloris in Sister Act. She made her professional debut in the German production of Starlight Express as part of the 30th anniversary cast. Rochelle made her West End debut as understudy Ali in Mamma Mia! (Novello Theatre). Most recently she understudied Alexandra Burke and Linzi Hateley as The Narrator in the West End revival of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (London Palladium). Rochelle is currently starring as Jack Trot in Jack and the Beanstalk at the Hackney Empire! Jack and the Beanstalk runs at the Hackney Empire until Sunday 2nd January 2022. Visit www.hackneyempire.co.uk for info and tickets.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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Simbi Akande (The Prince of Egypt) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Simbi discuss Come From Away (Phoenix Theatre), Little Women (Park Theatre) and the new cast of Six (Vaudeville Theatre) as well as the latest news about My Fair Lady, Wicked, Russell Watson and lots more.Simbi is currently understudying Nefertari and Miriam in the West End production of The Prince of Egypt (Dominion Theatre).Her theatre credits also include: Aphra in Children Of Eden (Cadogan Hall), A Christmas Carol (Dominion Theatre), The Light in the Piazza (Royal Festival Hall/LA Opera), Lula in Violet (Charing Cross Theatre), Woman 2 in Putting It Together (Hope Mill Theatre), Marta in Company (Aberdeen Arts Centre), Tzeitel in Fiddler On The Roof (Chichester Festival Theatre), Clara in Ghost (UK Tour) and swing in Show Boat (New London Theatre).The Prince of Egypt runs at the Dominion Theatre until Saturday 8th January 2022.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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ricardo Castro (standby in Come From Away) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Ricardo discuss Beauty & The Beast (UK Tour), Indecent Proposal (Southwark Playhouse) and Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of) as well as the latest news about Wicked starring Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande, the north American premiere of Everybody's Talking About Jamie, Eden Espinosa  and lots more. Ricardo is currently a standby in the West End production of Come From Away at the Phoenix Theatre. His theatre credits also include: understudy Smokey Robinson in Motown The Musical (West End & UK Tour), Tyrone Jackson in Fame (Gordon Craig & European Tour), Legally Blonde and Sister Act (both Aberystwyth) and Gobsmacked (Edinburgh). He also works on screen and recently filmed new British crime series The Chelsea Detective. Follow Ricardo on Instagram: @rico_castro 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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We're joined by acclaimed actor Niamh Cusack (Curious Incident) & ringmaster David Williamson (The Illusionists) for a bonus episode of The West End Frame Show! Niamh Cusack is currently starring in the world premiere of Colin Teevan’s The Seven Pomegranate Seeds directed by Melly Still at the Rose Theatre in Kingston.  Niamh previously starred at the Rose as Lenu in My Brilliant Friend: Parts 1 & 2 when it transferred to the National Theatre.  Her other work at the National Theatre includes The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (also West End), The Enchantment and His Dark Materials.  Just a few of her further credits include: Macbeth and As You Like It for the RSC; Playboy of the Western World and Dancing at Lughnasa at the Old Vic; The Winter’s Tale at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse; The Rehearsal and The Merchant of Venice at Chichester Festival Theatre and Breathing Corpses at the Royal Court.  She is an Associate Artist at the Rose.  The Seven Pomegranate Seeds runs at the Rose Theatre until 20th November 2021.  David Williamson is currently preparing to return to London as Ringmaster Willy Whipsnade in Circus 1903 which runs at the Southbank Centre this Christmas. This year a range of astounding new acts will accompany old favourites in Circus 1903, transporting audiences back to the wonders of the Golden Age of Circus.  The show also features puppeteers who bring two elephants to life, Queenie and Peanut! David is a renowned magician; in addition to touring the world with Circus 1903, he has appeared onstage in The IllusionistsCircus 1903 runs at the Southbank Centre 16th December 2021 – 2 January 2022. 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.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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David Hunter (Doctor Pomatter in Waitress / Charlie Price in Kinky Boots) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & David discuss Vanara (Hackney Empire) & The Magician's Elephant (Royal Shakespeare Theatre) as well as the latest news about The Other Palace, the Wicked movie, Kerry Ellis' autobiography, The Seagull starring Emilia Clarke plus lots more!David was the London's original Doctor Pomatter in the West End production of Waitress (Adelphi Theatre).His theatre credits also include: Guy in Once (Pheonix Theatre), Charlie Price in Kinky Boots (Adelphi Theatre),  Horton The Elephant in Seussical (Arts Theatre) and an understudy in the original production of One Man Two Guvnors (National Theatre / Adelphi Theatre). As a singer/songwriter, David was the frontman of Reemer and has performed at every major arena in the UK supporting all sorts of incredible artists including McFly. His debut EP "Silver Linings" is a fan favourite and during lockdown he wrote his first musical, The Space Between, in collaboration with Caroline Kay, to tremendous acclaim.David just released his latest EP "Play" exclusively on cassette tape, ahead of a digital release on 14th November.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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Mark Dugdale (Kevin T in Come From Away) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Mark discuss Magic At The Musicals (Royal Albert Hall) & Mum by Morgan Lloyd Malcolm (Soho Theatre) as well as the latest news about Six's new West End cast, the Jersey Boys UK tour, Miss Saigon plus more!Mark is starring as Kevin T in the West End production of Come From Away at the Phoenix Theatre. He was formerly part of the original cast as a standby. Mark’s West End credits include: Jersey Boys (Piccadilly), The Commitments (Palace), We Will Rock You (Dominion), Les Misérables (Sondeim) and Chicago (Cambridge).He has also appeared in Jesus Christ Superstar (Regent’s Park Open Air), Jest End (Leicester Square), Have a Nice Life (Union), Alice: The Musical, Beauty and the Beast and Merry Christmas Betty Ford (Lyric Theatre, Belfast), The Threepenny Opera (Opera Northern Ireland) plus the UK tours of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and The Boy Friend (UK Tour).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.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We're joined by Linda John-Pierre (Mamma Mia! The Party) & Peter Forbes (Cat on a Hot Tin Roof) for a BONUS episode of The West End Frame Show!Linda John-Pierre is currently starring in Mamma Mia! The Party which has reopened its taverna doors at the O2. The show features a musical extravaganza, a four-course authentic Greek feast and an ABBA disco.Linda's credits include the West End revival of Show Boat as well as playing Motormouth in Hairspray at the Gordan Craig Theatre. Linda has worked extensively on screen and most recently made a riff-tastic cameo in the new Cinderella film for Amazon Prime. Mamma Mia! The Party is booking to Sunday 3rd April 2022.Peter Forbes is currently playing Big Daddy in the UK tour of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof by Tennessee Williams, a co-production between the Leicester Curve, Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse and English Touring Theatre.Peter recently starred as Buddy in both runs of Follies at the National Theatre. Just a few of his credits include Man of the Moment, A Word from our Sponsor (Stephen Joseph Theatre); Allelujah! (Bridge Theatre); Follies, Our Country’s Good (National Theatre); MAMMA MIA!, Singing’ in the Rain (West End); How to Hold Your Breath (Royal Court); The Same Deep Water As Me (Donmar Warehouse) as well as The Winter’s Tale, Troilus and Cressida (Shakespeare’s Globe).Cat on a Hot Tin Roof runs at Theatr Clwyd until 23rd October and runs at Mast Mayflower Studios Southampton 26th – 30th October. 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.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Our original co-host Jenny Gayner (Lina Lamont in Singin' in the Rain) returns for the 100th episode of The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Jenny discuss & Juliet (Shaftesbury Theatre) and The Normal Heart (National Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Black British Theatre Awards, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Tim Minchin, Chelsea Halfpenny and lots more!Jenny recently played Lina Lamont in Singin' in the Rain at Sadler's Wells ahead of playing the role on the 2022 touring production. Jenny's credits include Lily in Annie (UK tour), Gangsta Granny (West End/UK tour), Miss Wilson in Gary Barlow & Tim Firth’s musical The Girls (West End), Lina Lamont in Singin’ in The Rain & Brooke Windham in Legally Blonde (both Kilworth House Theatre), Hunyak/cover Roxie Hart in Chicago (West End), Kristine Urich in A Chorus Line (Lowry Theatre), Laker Girl in Spamalot (West End), Ginny in Alan Ayckbourn’s Relatively Speaking (International tour), Janet in The Rocky Horror Show (European tour), Chloe in Sophie Kinsella’s Sleeping Arrangements (Landor), Lorraine Flemming in 42nd Street (Octagon Theatre) and her sell out one woman show All About The Girl (The Pheasantry). Follow Jenny on Instagram/Twitter: @jennygayner 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.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Alex Lodge (Jay Osmond in The Osmonds Musical) co-hosts the 99th episode of The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Alex discuss Diana The Musical (Netflix) & The Windsors: Endgame (Prince Of Wales Theatre) as well as the latest news about Legally Blonde, If/Then, Funny Girl and lots more.Alex made his West End debut in The Book of Mormon, understudying Elder Price. His credits also include Tick Tick Boom (Bridge House Theatre), Fanny & Stella (Garden Theatre), A Christmas Carol (Dominion Theatre), Titanic (Toronto) and Saturday Night Fever (UK Tour).Before the pandemic, Alex was due to star in the US and UK tour of Bat Out Of Hell. He recently joined the cast of Pippin at the Charing Cross Theatre playing Charles whilst covering the Leading Player and Theo.It has just been announced that Alex will star as Jay Osmond in The Osmonds Musical, having been with the production since its first workshop.Directed by Shaun Kerrison and choregraphed by Bill Deamer, the musical opens at Leicester Curve on 3rd February 2022 ahead of a UK tour. 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.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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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.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Agent Terence Rodia (Director of You Management) returns to The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Terence discuss the Tony Awards as well as Wicked Germany (Hamburg), Bedknobs and Broomsticks (UK Tour) & The Last Five Years (Garrick Theatre) PLUS the latest news about Rachel York, Mazz Murray, A Christmas Carol and lots more. Terence began his career as a performer with his credits including the German production of Wicked and international productions of We Will Rock You, Grease, West Side Story and A Chorus Line. He worked as a choreographer for various cruise companies and directed showcases for drama schools in London.  Terence launched You Management in 2012 and has expanded the You brand with You Casting and You Productions. He was a producer for Curtains (Wyndhams/UK Tour), White Christmas (Dominion), The Wedding Singer (Troubadour), The Last King of Scotland (Crucible) and as co-executive producer for the Planet Blue animation brand.  You can follow Terence on Instagram / Twitter: @TerenceRodiaFor more info about You Management, visit www.you-management.comHosted 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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Nikki Bentley (Elphaba in Wicked) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Nikki discuss Back To The Future (Adelphi Theatre) &  the new Cinderella movie (Amazon Prime) as well as the reopening of Wicked (Apollo Victoria Theatre) plus the latest news about Moulin Rouge, Dreamgirls, Billy Elliot + lots more!Nikki's theatre credits include: understudy Molly in Ghost The Musical, 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 flew into the West End production to play Elphaba full-time. Nikki recently starred in Starting Here, Starting Now at the Waterloo East Theatre and performed her debut solo cabaret to a sold out audience at the Chiswick Playhouse. She regularly performs at West End Musical Brunch, The Greatest Brunch and West End Drag Brunch. Follow Nikki on Instagram / Twitter: @nikkixbentley 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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Performer Bree Smith (Evita / West Side Story) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Bree discuss Waitress (UK Tour), Frozen (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Hairspray (UK Tour), Come From Away (Apple TV+) & Amelie (Criterion Theatre) as well as the latest news about Rumi, Lucie Jones, David Suchet and lots more!Bree's theatre credits include Evita (Regent’s Park), Dick Whittington (Theatre Royal Stratford East), West Side Story (Royal Exchange), The Book of Mormon (West End), Scrooge The Musical (Leicester Curve), Wonderland (UK Tour) and Eugenius (London Palladium).Bree has been busy with all sorts of projects since the pandemic, most recently starring in the workshop of Tinkerbell The Musical and a run of Tomorrow May Be My Last at the Union Theatre.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.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Benjamin Yates (Tommy DeVito in Jersey Boys) returns to The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Ben discuss the Everybody's Talking About Jamie film (Amazon Prime) & Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cinderella (Gillian Lynne Theatre) as well as the latest news about Sophie Evans, A Chorus Line, Cabaret and lots more.Ben is currently starring as Tommy DeVito in the West End revival of Jersey Boys at the Trafalgar Theatre.  Ben's theatre credits include: understudy Fiyero in Wicked (UK tour),  understudy Tony in West Side Story (Kilworth House), Mungojerrie in Cats (London Palladium), Sonny in Grease (Slovenia),  School of Rock (West End), Wonderland (UK Tour), Tommy The Musical (Blackpool Winter Garden) and Jesus Christ Superstar (World Arena Tour). He recently starred in several episodes of Emmerdale (ITV).  Jersey Boys is currently booking at the Trafalgar Theatre until Sunday 2nd January 2022. Visit www.jerseyboysmusical.co.uk for info and tickets. We're also joined by Emer McDaid (31:00) who is currently preparing to star as Romaine Vole in Agatha Christie's Witness for the Prosecution at London County Hall from 14th September. Emer's theatre credits include: No Motives, Sweeties, The Regret Room (The MAC, Belfast); Tender Napalm (Albany/Lyric Theatre); We’ll Walk Hand in Hand (Lyric Theatre/Irish Tour); The Waiting Game (Old Red Lion); 23.5 Hours (St James Theatre); The Babysitter (Pleasance Theatre/Stephen Joseph Theatre).  Her screen credits include: Season 8 of Game of Thrones; Soft Border Patrol.Witness for the Prosecution is booking through to 20th March 2022. Visit www.witnesscountyhall.com for info and tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Performer Sabrina Aloueche (Chess / We Will Rock You) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! Sabrina is currently starring in NHS The Musical at the Theatre Royal Plymouth.Andrew & Sabrina discuss Six UK Tour (Oxford Playhouse) & South Pacific (Chichester Festival Theatre) as well as the transphobic comments Cameron Mackintosh recently made to a British newspaper. They also cover the latest news about Les Misérables, Gabriea Garcia and lots more!Sabrina's theatre credits include Faith in Brookyn (Greenwich Theatre), Chess (English National Opera), Starlight Express (workshop), Scaramouche in We Will Rock You (Dominion Theatre), Maureen in Rent (Cockpit Theatre), Jenna in Sleeping Arrangments (Landor Theatre) and Eponine in Les Misérables (Queens Theatre), having played Young Cosette as a child.  Written by by Nick Stimson and Jimmy Jewell with direction by Stephen Fletcher, NHS The Musical runs at the Theatre Royal Plymouth 17th – 25th September 2021. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Join us for your weekly stagey catchup! West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, brings you the latest from theatreland. Andrew discusses Jersey Boys (Trafalgar Theatre) and John & Jen (Southwark Playhouse) as well as the latest news about Encores!, the Palladium Panto, School Of Rock and lots more. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Emily Olive Boyd (We Will Rock You / Wicked) returns to The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Emily discuss Pretty Woman (Savoy Theatre) & Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Aldwych Theatre) as well as the latest news about Funny Girl, The Tony Awards, Annie Live and lots more. Prior to the pandemic, Emily was understudying Killer Queen in the UK tour of We Will Rock You. Her credits also include: understudy Madame Morrible in Wicked (UK & International tours), Alice in The Commitments (West End) and Ruth Two Bears in Dogfight (Southwark Playhouse).  You can follow Emily on Instagram: @emilyoliveboyd  Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Performer Toyan Thomas-Browne (Kinky Boots / Beautiful) returns to The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Toyan discuss Carousel (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), Schmigadoon (Apple TV +) & Singin' in the Rain (Sadler's Wells) as well as the latest news about Wicked, Nicole Scherzinger,  Come From Away & more! Toyan’s theatre credits include Angel/understudy Lola in Kinky Boots (UK Tour), Me & My Girl (Chichester), Guys & Dolls (Manchester Royal Exchange), Wonderland (UK Tour), Christmas On Ice (Canada), We Will Rock You (Anthem of the Seas) and The Wizard of Oz & Macbeth (Leicester Haymarket). Prior to lockdown, he was in the UK tour of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Follow Toyan on social media: @toyantb Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins  Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Theatre journalist Lisa Martland (Musical Theatre Review) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Lisa discuss My Night With Reg (Turbine Theatre), Hairspray (London Coliseum) & Anything Goes (Barbican Theatre) as well as the latest news about Camelot, Cinderella, Be More Chill and lots more! Maving spent many years writing for The Stage – include five years as Deputy Editor - Lisa  is the founding editor of one of the UK’s top theatre websites, www.musicaltheatrereview.com. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins  Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Theatre critic Lizzie Loveridge (Theatre Vibe) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Lizzie discuss Come From Away (Phoenix Theatre), Anything Goes (Barbican Theatre) & South Pacific (Chichester Festival Theatre) as well as the latest news about The Drifters Girl, Bonnie and Clyde, Christina Bianco + more! Lizzie is a theatre critic & member of The Critics Circle with extensive experience of reviewing plays and musicals. She started reviewing in the mid 90s for an internet theatre magazine before joining Curtain Up in 2000 as Chief London Critic. In 2020 she launched a brand new theatre website, www.theatrevibe.co.uk, and is reviewing more than ever before!  Visit www.theatrevibe.co.uk to read all of Lizzie's reviews, including content from her archives! Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins  Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Performer Kayleigh McKnight returns to The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Kayleigh discuss Heathers (Theatre Royal Haymarket), Linzi Hateley's return to Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (London Palladium) as well as the latest news about Covid Status Certification for theatres and the access issues with Six's new West End home, the Vaudeville Theatre. Kayleigh's West End credits include: Tina, Les Misérables & Bend It Like Beckham as well as Jesus Christ Superstar (Regent's Park) and Hugh Jackman's world arena tour. Kayleigh (KAELI) recently released her debut EP "Home" and is set to premiere more new music in her upcoming solo show at Zedels on 9th August. Visit www.brasseriezedel.com for tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week we're back in the studio with performer & writer Nadim Naaman (Phantom / Rumi)! Nadim tells us all about the concept album for his second musical, Rumi.Andrew & Nadim discuss Be More Chill, the current rules in England for self isolation and Sutton Forster's apology for the offensive video that recently resurfaced of her performing And I Am Telling You. They also discuss the latest news about Everybody's Talking About Jamie, Get Up Stand Up, The Addams Family, Waitress and more!Nadim's theatre credits include playing Raoul in The Phantom of the Opera (West End),  On The Town (Royal Albert Hall), Sweeney Todd (West End), One Man Two Guvnors (West End) and most recently A Little Night Music (Holland Park Opera).   His debut musical Broken Wings was staged at the Theatre Royal Haymarket and received a Middle Eastern tour. Both Broken Wings and Rumi are co-written by Dana Al Fardan. The concept album for Rumi is out now on all digital music platforms!Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Performer Ceili O'Connor (Mary Poppins / Prep Your Rep) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Ceili discuss Hairspray (London Coliseum), the lifting of COVID restrictions and the devastating cancelation of My Best Friend's Wedding as well as the latest news about the Wicked movie, Athena Collins' West End debut and Natalie Pilkington's engagement. Ceili's credits include: understudy Luisa in The Fantastics (Duchess), understudy Dorothy in The Wizard Of Oz (Palladium), Polly in Crazy For You (Upstairs at the Gatehouse), understudy Jovie in Elf The Musical (Dominion), understudy Eva Peron in Evita (UK Tour), Trude in Grand Hotel (Southwark Playhouse), Nicki in Bad Girls The Musical (Union) and understudy Grizabella in Cats (International Tour). Prior to the pandemic, Ceili was playing Miss Lark and understudying Miss Andrews in the West End revival of Mary Poppins at the Prince Edward Theatre. Ceili is also the director of Prep Your Rep, a 360 nourishment program for creatives to focus on your craft, well being & life with top Industry professionals, working from the inside out. Follow Ceili on Instagram @Ceili_OConnor and Twitter @CeiliOConnor. For more info about Prep Your Rep, visit www.prepyourrepldn.com. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Join us for your weekly stagey catchup! This week West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, flies solo to bring you the latest from theatreland. Andrew discusses My Son’s a Queer: But What Can You Do? (Turbine Theatre) and the Government's Events Research Programme as well as the latest news about Top Hat, The Last Five Years, Pasek and Paul, Patti LuPone & lots more. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Performer Jacob McIntosh (Jersey Boys / Kinky Boots) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Jacob discuss In The Heights as well as the latest news about Jersey Boys, Pippin, The Book of Mormon and lots more.Jacob's played Seaweed in Hairspray (Crewe Lyceum) and was in both tours of Beautiful – The Carole King Musical. He understudied Lola in the original UK touring production of Kinky Boots. It has just been announced that Jacob will soon make his West End debut as Barry Belson in Jersey Boys at the Trafalgar Theatre!Follow Jacob on Twitter and Instagram: @itsjay1993  Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Performer Adam Bailey (The Book of Mormon / Priscilla) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Adam discuss Hair In Concert (London Palladium) & Wreckage (Turbine Theatre - Rally Fest) as well as the latest news about Rock of Ages, Lilly Allen, Pippin and more. Andrew & Adam also have a discussion about the video which has resurfaced of Sutton Forster performing "And I Am Telling You" from Dreamgirls, imitating Jennifer Holliday, and the offence it has caused. Adam's theatre credits include: Felicia/Adam in Priscilla Queen of the Desert (UK Tour), Morgan in Dusty (UK Tour), Munkustrap in Cats (South Korean Tour), Marilyn in Taboo (Brixton Club House), Mary Sunshine in Chicago (Leicester Curve) and Starlight Express (Bochum). Prior to the pandemic, Adam was understudying Elder Price in The Book of Mormon, marking his West End debut. Follow Adam on Instagram @AdamBaileyyyy and Twitter @AdamDavidBailey Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Theatre producer Chuchu Nwagu (The Wiz / Amelie) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Chuchu discuss The Show Must Go On (Palace Theatre) & You Are Here (Southwark Playhouse) as well as the latest news about Bedknobs and Broomsticks, Well-Behaved Women, Darren Day and the Make A Difference Trust plus lots more. Chuchu's projects include Riots and Greyson Matters as well as the West End transfer of Amelie at the Criterion Theatre and the upcoming revival of The Wiz at the Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester.     Follow Chuchu on Twitter @Chuchu_Nwagu and Instagram @cnwagu. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Theatre journalist Caz Cronin (Broadway World UK) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Caz discuss Everybody's Talking About Jamie as well as the latest news about Heathers, Louise Dearman, Blithe Spirit, South Pacific, Once Upon a One More Time and lots more. Caz previously co-hosted S1 Ep15, S3 Ep1, S4 Ep8 & The Outtakes Episode. You can Caz on Twitter: @CazCronin. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Performer & presenter David Ribi co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & David discuss Six (Lyric Theatre) & Abba Mania (Shaftesbury Theatre) as well as the latest news about Cabaret, the Dear Evan Hansen trailer, The Cher Show, Tina plus lots more. David spent several years starring as Bobby in Dreamboats and Petticoats (UK & European tours/West End). His other credits include: Sketch & understudy Link in Hairspray (UK Tour), Brad in The Rocky Horror Show (International Tour) and understudy Sky in Mamma Mia! (UK Tour). For the past few years David has ventured into the world of television, as a presenter for Milkshake on Channel 5. Over the past year David  has been collaborating with lots of incredible talent to record duets which have been enjoyed by thousands and thousands of people. You can watch David's duets via Instagram/YouTube: @Ribsy87 Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Producer & performer Tanisha Spring (The Prince of Egypt / A Killer Party) co-hosts The West End Frame Show. Andrew & Tanisha discuss all the latest theatre news about The Other Palace, Moulin Rouge, Anything Goes, My Night With Reg and lots more! Tanisha originated the role of Nefertari in The Prince of Egypt at the Dominion Theatre and will return to the show this summer. As a performer, her credits also include Little Shop of Horrors (Storyhouse), Making Porn (Above the Stag), Caroline, or Change (Playhouse Theatre), Big Fish (The Other Palace), One Love – The Bob Marley Musical (Birmingham Rep), Beautiful - The Carol King Musical (Aldwych Theatre), Hairspray (Bronowski Productions/ Macau), Seussical (Selladoor) and Thriller Live (West End, UK & European Tour). Tanisha recently launched her own production company, Blue Mahoe Productions, and produced the UK digital production of A Killer Party. Follow Tanisha on Instagram / Twitter: @TanishaLSpring Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Performer & podcaster Joanne Harper (We Will Rock You / Jolly Diaries) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Joanne discuss A Killer Party (stream.theatre) as well as the latest news about Linzi Hateley, Broadway reopening, West End Live, Les Misérables and lots more. Prior to the pandemic, Joanne was on tour with We Will Rock You, covering Scaramouche and Oz and earlier this year she appeared on The Voice UK. Joanne is one half of the Jolly Diaries podcast alongside singer Holly Brewer. The podcast features unfiltered chat about anything and everything as well as anonymous confessions.Jolly Diaries is available wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow Joanne on Instagram: @JoanneBaconHarper Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Performer Kyle Birch (In Pieces / Once On This Island) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Kyle discuss I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical (King's Head Theatre) as well as the latest news about The Phantom of the Opera, Beauty & The Beast, Hamilton, Mary Poppins, Rachel Tucker, Cinderella, The War of the Worlds and lots more. Kyle is a 2020 musical theatre graduate from the London College of Music. His theatre credits include: Agwe in Once On This Island (Southwark Playhouse) and Austyn in In Pieces (stream.theatre) as well as countless concerts, including The Magic Of Animation, Turn Up London, Spotlight On The Future, Roles We’ll Never Play, Intermissions and Leave A Light On. In Pieces will be available again on demand between 14th and 28th May 2021 via stream.theatre. You can follow Kyle on Instagram @kbirch27 and Twitter @KBirch_27. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Performer Charlotte Anne Steen (Bat Out Of Hell / 42nd Street) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Charlotte discuss In Pieces, as well as the latest news about In The Heights, Rent, Waitress, Dreamgirls and more. They also continue the discussion about the UK tour of Pricilla Queen Of The Desert after a cis man was cast as Bernadette, a trans character. Charlotte's theatre credits include: Liebeswooosh in Bat Out Of Hell (Dominion), 42nd Street (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Kiss Me Kate (Théâtre du Châtelet), Legally Blonde (Kilworth House), 1st cover Sherrie / Regina in Rock Of Ages (UK Tour) and We Will Rock You (International Arena Tour). Charlotte can currently be seen in the digital production of I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical by Alexander S Bermange. Charlotte is reprising her performance in the production, having starred in the show's sold-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2019. I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical  is streaming as part of the King's Head Theatre's online season. Visit www.kingsheadtheatre.com for info and tickets. You can follow Charlotte on Instagram @charlotte.a.steen  & Twitter @charlotteAsteenHosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week's episode was recorded in the heart of the West End! Agent Terence Rodia (Director of You Management) co-hosts The West End Frame Show. We're also joined by Phantom legend Lara Martins. Andrew & Terence discuss what has happened over the past week after former employees of Producer Scott Rudin spoke out about his abusive behaviour. They also discuss Cruise The Play and the latest news about Phantom's orchestra, The Last Five Years, Now Or Never, Come From Away and more. Terence began his career as a performer with his credits including the German production of Wicked and international productions of We Will Rock You, Grease, West Side Story and A Chorus Line. He worked as a choreographer for various cruise companies and directed showcases for drama schools in London.  Terence launched You Management in 2012 and has expanded the You brand with You Casting and You Productions. He was a producer for Curtains (Wyndhams/UK Tour), White Christmas (Dominion), The Wedding Singer (Troubadour), The Last King of Scotland (Crucible) and as co-executive producer for the Planet Blue animation brand.  You can follow Terence on Instagram / Twitter: @TerenceRodia For more info about You Management, visit www.you-management.com We're also joined by Lara Martins to discuss her debut album Canção. Lara is a Phantom of the Opera legend, having played Carlotta over 1,600 times over six years in the West End production at Her Majesty’s Theatre. Featuring 22 songs encompassing tango, Brazilian music and Portuguese fado, Canção celebrates the music of her homeland, Portugal with the grace, expertise and powerful theatricality of an accomplished West End performer. Lara  discusses her Phantom journey, whether she's Team Phantom or Team Raoul and the process of making her debut album during the pandemic. You can hear the interview 32 minutes into the episode.Canção is available wherever you get your music. Visit www.laramartins.com for more information.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Composer & actor Matthew Harvey co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Matthew discuss Disenchanted as well as the latest news about The Wiz, Carousel, Abba Mania, Intermissions and lots more. As a performer, Matthew's theatre credits include: Thérèse Raquin (Thérèse Raquin), Come Fly With Me (Salisbury Playhouse), Les Misérables (West End), Murder Ballad (Arts Theatre) and Oklahoma! (Grange Park Opera). He played Monty in Violet at the Charing Cross Theatre and understudied Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar at the Barbican Theatre. Last year Matthew turned to writing and is an associate artist for the Barn Theatre in Cirencester. His song cycle Now or Never recently premiered digitally for one night only to huge acclaim for the Barn. You can follow Matthew on Instagram / Twitter: @mharveymusic Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Producer & personal development coach Chris Steward (West End Musical Brunch / Disenchanted) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Chris discuss Now Or Never (Barn Theatre) and Disenchanted (steam.theatre) as well as the latest news about the Cultural Recovery Fund, Pride at the Palace, casting for the Matilda film, Diana The Musical and more! As a theatre producer, Chris is one half of West End Musical Productions alongside his partner, Shanay Holmes. They are responsible  for West End Musical Brunch and West End Musical Drive In as well as the upcoming West End Musical Celebration concerts at the Palace Theatre and the digital revival of Disenchanted.  Chris is also one of the UK’s leading personal development coaches. As The Schema Coach, he works with a huge range of clients, including West End and industry figures. For more info about Chris’ work as a personal development coach, visit www.theschemacoach.com.   West End Musical Brunch returns from 5th June. West End Musical Drive In returns later this month.  West End Musical Celebration runs at the Palace Theatre 10th - 13th June.   Disenchanted is available 9th - 11th April via stream.theatre. You can follow Chris on Instagram @theschemacoach Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Producer Katy Lipson (Aria Entertainment) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! We're also joined by actor & producer Lucy Eaton to discuss her new podcast Hear Me Out. Andrew & Katy discuss Brooklyn (stream.theare) as well as the latest news about Pretty Woman, The Lion King, & Juliet, Samantha Barks and more. Katy also discusses her upcoming productions of Cruise and A Killer Party. Katy founded Aria Entertainment in 2012. In 2017, Katy was awarded the Best Producer award by the Off-West End Awards and is a recipient of the Stage One Bursary and Start Up Award. She made “The Stage 100” in 2018, 2019 and 2020 for her work at Hope Mill Theatre and in 2021 for her work as a solo producer. Just a few of her many productions include the UK premiere of The Addams Family, the 50th anniversary production of Hair, Pippin at the Southwark Playhouse, Rags, The Return of the Soilder, Aspects of Love, The Last Five Years, Vanities, The Toxic Avenger and Mame. The filmed production of Cruise is available on stream.theatre 15th - 25th April. The play will then run in the West End at the Duchess Theatre 18th May - 13th June.   Visit www.cruisetheplay.co.uk for info and tickets. A Killer Party is being streamed 26th April - 23rd May on stream.theare.   You can follow Katy on Twitter @AriaEnts and Instagram @KatyAriaEnts Lucy Eaton most recently starred alongside Michael Sheen & David Tenant in Staged (BBC / Huli) written by her brother Simon Evans. Her theatre credits include: The Duchess of Malfi (Old Vic), A Day in the Death of Joe Egg (Trafalgar Studios), The Resistable Rise of Arturo Ui (Donmar Warehouse) and Khadija is 18 (Finborough Theatre).  Lucy is the host of new podcast Hear Me Out. Each week, she asks a different guest about their favourite speech which leads to wonderfully insightful conversations. Guests include Mark Bonnar, Denise Gough, Adrian Lester and Claire Skinner. Hear Me Out is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Performer Aoife Clesham (Fiver) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! In this episode, Andrew & Aoife discuss Shook by Samuel Bailey (Papatango) and All Star Musicals (ITV) as well as the latest news about Hairspray, Beauty & The Beast, Rent, Jersey Boys, Hair, Anything Goes plus lots more! Aoife's credits include: The Secret Society of Leading Ladies (Barn Theatre), Lead Vocalist for Belinda King, Gloria/Witch in Gretel (Other Palace), Lead Vocalist in Azura (P&O), Rebecca in Always Tuesday (Southwark Playhouse), Mrs Darling/Tiger Lily in Peter Pan (International Tour) and Vocalist in Seasons of Larson (West End). In 2019, Aoife starred as Woman 1 in new musical Fiver which had a sold out run at the Southwark Playhouse. Last November, the cast reunited for a live streamed concert and a live cast album has now been released. The Fiver Live Cast Recording is available to download or stream wherever you get your music. Follow Aoife on Instagram / Twitter: @aoifeclesham Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Producer & performer Louis Rayneau co-hosts The West End Frame Show! We're also joined by performer and star of The Voice, Andrew Bateup.Andrew & Louis discuss Treason The Musical (Cadogan Hall), The Picture of Dorian Gray (Barn Theatre / Lawrence Batley Theatre / New Wolsey Theatre / Oxford Playhouse / Theatr Clwyd) as well as the latest news about West End openings, In The Heights, Mamma Mia! and lots more. Last year Louis created Future Spotlight Productions. He produced Spotlight On The Future which saw established performers teaming up with graduates to help give them a future in our industry. There were online shows as well as a live performance at The Drive In. Louis also produced a hugely successful production of Cinderella and his latest project is the UK and European premiere of Joey Contreras' new musical In Pieces which is being streamed online as a musical film in support of the LGBT Foundation. In Pieces is streaming online between 23rd and 26th April 2021. For tickets, visit www.stream.theatre. For more info about Louis’ company Future Spotlight Productions, visit www.futurespotlightproductions.com. As a performer, Louis' credits include: The Beggars Opeta (Lazarus Theatre), Alice In Wonderland (International Tour), Cartoon Network Live (World Tour), The Jungle Book (UK Tour) and Naked Boys Singing (King’s Head). Follow Louis on Instagram / Twitter: @LouisRayneau Also in this episode, we're joined by performer Andrew Bateup (Joseph / The Choir Of Man) who has been starring on this series of The Voice UK (ITV). At the weekend he competed in the semi-finals, which concluded his journey on the show. Andrew discusses why he was in a difficult place prior to the pandemic, his decision to enter The Voice and his future ambitions. You can hear Andrew's interview at 37:40. Follow Andrew on Instagram / Twitter: @AndrewBateup Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Performer Natalie Green (Prince Of Egypt/Hair) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Natalie delve into the Government's Budget  and what that means for theatre. They  also discuss Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella (Disney Plus) & Fiver (Cast Recording) as well as the latest news about Six The Musical, Shane Richie, Cynthia Erivo, Bring It On, Imelda Staunton, The West End Musical Drive In PLUS the latest updates from Broadway. Prior to the pandemic, Natalie was understudying Tuya & Yocheved in the West End premiere of The Prince of Egypt at the Dominion Theatre, marking her West End debut. Natalie's theatre credits include: Cassie & understudy Sheila in Hair (Hope Mill / London Vaults / UK Tour), Naomi in 21 Chump Street (Courtyard Theatre), A Night At The Oscars (Upstairs At The Gatehouse), Wicked (Original UK Tour), A Body To Diet For (Landor), The Sour Kangaroo in Seussical (Arts Theatre), Robyn in Godspell (Union Theatre), Monteen in Parade (Southwark Playhouse), Thea in Spring Awakening (UK Tour) and Jan in Grease (European Tour). You can follow Natalie on Instagram @missnag12345 and Twitter @nat_green Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Performer Emily Olive Boyd (We Will Rock You/Wicked) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Emily delve into the Government's roadmap and what that means for theatre. They  also discuss Sherlock Holmes: The Case of the Hung Parliament (Les Enfants Terribles) and the latest news about ITV's All Star Musicals, Meryl Streep & Robbie Williams. Prior to the pandemic, Emily was understudying Killer Queen in the UK tour of We Will Rock You. Her credits also include: understudy Madame Morrible in Wicked (UK & International tours), Alice in The Commitments (West End) and Ruth Two Bears in Dogfight (Southwark Playhouse). You can follow Emily on Instagram: @emilyoliveboyd  Also in this episode, we're joined by Samantha Lane & Peta Swindall who are artistic director & executive director of The Little Angel Theatre. To mark its 60th birthday, the theatre has announced the first half of its year-long anniversary celebrations. The theatre has created a ‘choose your own adventure’-style live digital production of Sean Taylor’s Where the Bugaboo Lives and will reopen its doors for a run of Julia Donaldson’s The Smartest Giant in Town. Additionally, there will be a digital series People Behind the Puppets celebrating 60 years of ground- breaking puppetry design and  ‘magical trees’ will appear throughout Islington this Summer, inspired by a brand-new Joseph Coelho poem, The Wishing Tree. For more information and tickets, visit www.littleangeltheatre.com Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We're back with Ryan Carter who is producing and directing The Secret Society of Leading Ladies for the Barn Theatre! Andrew & Ryan discuss The Color Purple (Leicester Curve), The Secret Society of Leading Ladies (Barn Theatre) and The Theatre Channel (Theatre Café) as well as the latest news about Sister Act, Brooklyn, Fiver, Six and Vanara. As an actor, Ryan's credits include: Motown The Musical (West End), The Boyfriend (Menier Chocolate Factory) and The World Goes Round (Barn Theatre). He is the Creative Producer of RyCa productions, with his projects including Refresh and a series of concerts at Jack Solomons. Ryan is one of the Creative Director for Turn Up London and is Creative Director of Digital Projects for the Barn Theatre, where his latest project is The Secret Society of Leading Ladies!   The Secret Society of Leading Ladies is an innovative concert which gives you - the viewer - control over which performances to watch with a top notch cast of incredible talent. The Secret Society of Leading Ladies is streaming online until Sunday 7th March. Visit www.barntheatre.org.uk for tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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An exclusive, behind-the-scenes insight into what happens whilst recording The West End Frame Show featuring outtakes from Series One to Series Four. Please note, this episode features some adult language and lots of laughter! SECTION 1: WELCOME TO THE WEST END FRAME SHOW 00:00 – Kayla Carter (S4 Ep4) 00:45 – Rebecca Levy (S1 Ep16) 00:55 – William J Connelly (S1 Ep23) 01:10 – Kayleigh McKnight (S2 Ep2) SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION 02.00 – Lizzie Loveridge (S3 Ep18) 02:25 – Joshua St Clair (S3 Ep20) 02:40 – Caz Cronin (S4 Ep8) 02:50 – Ryan Carter (S1 Ep22) 03:35 – Ksenya Gray (S1 Ep25) 03:40 – Lisa Martland (S1 Ep7) 04:20 – Caz Cronin (S1 Ep15) 04:35 – Lisa Martland (S3 Ep6) 05:00 – Adam Davenport (S1 Ep4) 05:30 – Rebecca Levy (S1 Ep16) 05.35 – Fred Smiley (S3 Ep12) 05:45 – Ryan Carter (S1 Ep22) 05:55 – Melissa J Fleming (S1 Ep24) 06:05 – Ksenya Gray (S4 Ep6) 06:20 – Matthew Hemley (S2 Ep6) 06:35 – Caz Cronin (S3 Ep1) SECTION 3: THEATRE NEWS 06:55 – Caz Cronin (S1 Ep15) 07:00 – Jon Robyns (S1 Ep9) 07:30 – Adam Davenport (S1 Ep4) 07:40 – Ryan Carter (S1 Ep22) 08:00 – Ksenya Gray (S1 Ep25) 08:40 – Kayleigh McKnight (S2 Ep2) 08:55 – Matthew Hemley (S2 Ep6) 09:30 – Shanay Holmes (S3 Ep8) 10.00 – Steph Parry (S2 Ep8) 10:25 – Kayleigh McKnight (S2 Ep2) 10:45 – Mark Dugdale (S3 Ep4) 11:12 – Emma Kingston (S1 Ep20) 11:16 – Adam Davenport (S1 Ep4) SECTION 4: BETWEEN SECTION MOMENTS 11:40 – Matthew Hemley (S2 Ep6) 12.00 – Lizzie Loveridge (S3 Ep18) 12:30 – Ksenya Gray (S4 Ep6) 12:40 – Sabrina Aloueche (S1 Ep12) 13.00 – Lisa Martland (S1 Ep7) 13:30 – Matthew Hemley (S2 Ep6) 13:50 – Sabrina Aloueche (S1 Ep12) 14:05 – Rebecca Levy (S1 Ep16) 14:15 – Katie Bernstein (S1 Ep21) 14:25 – Ryan Carter (S1 Ep22) 14:30 – Kayleigh McKnight (S2 Ep2) 14:40 – Matthew Hemley (S2 Ep6) 14:46 – Rebecca Levy (S1 Ep16) 14:52 – Matthew Hemley (S2 Ep6) 15:02 – Adrian Hansel (S2 Ep5) 15:08 – Steph Parry (S2 Ep8)  SECTION 5: SHOW TALK 15:58 – Ryan Carter (S1 Ep22) 16:18 – Adam Davenport (S1 Ep4) 16:40 – Lisa Martland (S1 Ep7) 17:06 – Emma Hatton (S4 Ep3) 17:30 – Adam Davenport (S1 Ep4) 18:00 – Lisa Martland (S1 Ep7) 18.10 – Benjamin Yates (S1 Ep17) 18:20 – Marianka Swain (S3 Ep11) 18:46 – Benjamin Yates (S1 Ep17) 18:56 – Lisa Martland (S3 Ep6) 19:16 – Ksenya Gray (S4 Ep6) 22:24 – Benjamin Yates (S1 Ep17) 20:34 – Ksenya Gray (S4 Ep6) 20:47 – Sabrina Aloueche (S1 Ep12) SECTION 6: OUTRO 22:12 – Adam Davenport (S1 Ep4) 22:45 – Caz Cronin (S1 Ep15) 22:56 – Ryan Carter (S1 Ep22) 23:06 – Caz Cronin (S4 Ep8) 24:46 – Melissa J Fleming (S1 Ep24) 24:58 – Rebecca Levy (S1 Ep16) Thanks for listening! The West End Frame Show will return for Series 5 shortly. Our interviews podcast, In The Frame, returns Tuesday 26th January! Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In our special end of year episode, Andrew & Caz each reveal their top five shows of 2020! We also share your theatrical highlights and answer some of your questions. Caz returns to The West End Frame Show, having previously co-hosted S1 Ep15 and S3 Ep1. Caz is a theatre journalist for BroadwayWorld UK. You can follow her on Twitter: @CazCronin. **WARNING** This episode contains a snort and some outro-outtakes.Thank you for listening to The West End Frame Show in 2020. We're taking a little break in January, but will be back next year for lots more stagey catchups! Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Adam Gillian, who recently played Gerry Goffin in Beautiful, co-hosts a festive-filled episode of The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Adam discuss Dick Whittington (National Theatre), Girl Power (Thespie) and Cinderella: The Socially Distanced Ball (Turbine Theatre) as well as the latest news about West End returns, Cadogan Hall, Mischief Comedy, White Christmas, Rebecca Levy's new single 'This Song Is Not About Boys' and lots more. Adam trained at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance.  His television credits include BBC’s Counsel and Pan Tau.  On stage, he understudied Orpheus in Hadestown at the National Theatre and appeared in Refresh for RYCA at the Underbelly Festival.  Earlier this year he toured the UK as Gerry Goffin in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Last month, Adam brought some incredible names together for a charity single he wrote called 'Ghost Light'. The song is in aid of Acting For Others and is available on iTunes and all streaming platforms. You can also donate by visiting www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/ghost-light. Follow Adam on social media: @ajgillian Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Social media manager Ksenya Gray returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Ksenya discuss Les Misérables: The All Star Staged Concert (Sondheim Theatre), Six The Musical (Lyric Theatre), Love Letters (Theatre Royal Haymerket) and the film adaptation of The Prom (Netflix) as well as the latest news about Come From Away, Bedknobs and Broomsticks, Sister Act 3 and lots more. Ksenya is Communications Manager for the agency Global Artists. She also runs social media company Storytellers UK, with her clients including Jodie Steele Associates. Visit www.storytellersuk.net for more info and follow Ksenya on Instagram: @ksenya.gray. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Casting Director Harry Blumenau co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Harry discuss Cinderella: The Socially Distanced Ball (Turbine Theatre) and Jodie Jacobs Live (Hippodrome Casino) as well as the latest news about The Phantom of the Opera, Sunset Boulevard, Get Up! Stand Up!, Cameron Mackintosh and more. Harry is one of the UK’s busiest casting directors, just a few of his recent credits include The Pirate Queen, Hugh Jackman’s world arena tour, Beast Type Song, Thriller Live, Starlight Express, Dirty Dancing, One Man Two Guvnors, American Idiot, Footloose, Close To You and Five Guys Named Moe. He was the children’s casting director for Kinky Boots, Annie and The Bodyguard and is casting director in residence at Above The Stag and the Barn Theatre. Harry discusses a day in the life as a Casting Director, what projects get him most excited and lots more!Follow Harry on social media: @harryblumenau We're also joined by Jonathan Ashby Rock and Philip Ryder to discuss this year's panto at the Arts Centre, Hounslow. The duo have created an interactive production of Red Riding Hood. The show will be streamed, meaning people can enjoy Red Riding Hood in real life or at home. Red Riding Hood runs at the Arts Centre, Hounslow 15th - 20th December 2020. Visit www.theartscentrehounslow.co.uk for info and tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Kayla Carter, who recently appeared in Rent at the Hope Mill Theatre, co-hosts the 60th episode of The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Kayla discuss Rent (Hope Mill Theatre), Fiver (Southwark Playhouse) and Death Of England: Delroy (National Theatre) as well as the latest news about theatre shutdown, Romeo & Juliet, the Grammy Awards, new coffee table book Dear Audience and more. Kayla is a 2020 masters graduate from the Royal Academy of Music  and recently received rave reviews when she took to the stage at Hope Mill Theatre in Rent. The musical played to sold-out houses, and despite having its run cut short, is currently being streamed online. Kayla discusses belting at 1am, receiving mid-song applause and being a 2020 new grad. Rent is streaming online with specific dates and times until Sunday 20th December 2020. Visit www.hopemilltheatre.co.uk for more info and tickets. Follow Kayla on social media, @kaylacarter_ Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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West End leading lady, Emma Hatton (Wicked/Evita) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!In this episode, Andrew & Emma discuss Marry Me A Little (Barn Theatre) as well as the latest news about Anything Goes, Flowers for Mrs Harris, Death of England: Delroy, The Phantom of the Opera & more!Emma also reveals whether she would return to Wicked, reflects on the most important thing about playing Eva Perón and confesses why she needs to listen to more Sondheim! She also gives us all the gossip about her latest projects, including standing in for Ruthie Henshall on Magic FM at the Musicals, her new podcast Dear Music and one-woman show Songbird.Emma's theatre credits include: Elphaba in Wicked (West End), Eva Peron in Evita (West End/Tour), Grizabella in Cats (Kilworth House), understudy Scaramouche & Meat in We Will Rock You (West End) and Donna in Dreamboats & Petticoats (West End/Tour).Emma has toured the world and performed at the UK’s most prestigious music venues as a vocalist, working with the likes of Post Modern Jukebox and even supporting Jools Holland at the Royal Albert Hall! She’s released two chart-topping EPs and recently launched her own podcast Dear Music in addition to covering Ruthie Henshall’s radio show on Magic FM at the Musicals.For more info about everything Emma is up to, visit www.emmahatton.com.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week's co-host is West End performer, voice actor, bass baritone, accent coach and poet Cameron Bernard Jones! In this episode, Andrew & Cameron discuss Emilia (online broadcast) & Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey (Netflix) and the latest news about Songs For A New World (West End), Alan Menken's A Christmas Carol (West End), Louise Dearman's new album, Fiver & more. Cameron is originally from New York and has performed internationally in Porgy & Bess and Showboat. In the West End, Cameron has been in Motown The Musical (Shaftesbury Theatre) and, most recently, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Aldwych Theatre). Some of his voiceover credits include Black Mirror (Netflix), Avenue 5 (HBO) and Aladdin (Disney).  For more info about everything Cameron is up to, visit www.cameronbernardjones.com. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We're back for another series to finish off the year! This week we're joined by Joel Harper-Jackson who recently starred as Charlie Price in Kinky Boots and has just released his debut album So What Happens Now. In this episode, Andrew & Joel discuss From Here To Eternity (The Shows Must Go On/Shaftesbury Theatre) and the latest news about Beauty & The Beast (UK Tour), Dick Whittington (National Theatre), Jersey Boys (West End) and The Rocky Horror Show (UK Tour).In addition to playing Charlie Price in Kinky Boots (UK Tour), Joel's theatre credits include: Tom Price in Pieces Of String (Mercury Theatre), Curious Incident (UK Tour), Simon in Jesus Christ Superstar (Regents Park), Beautiful  (Aldwych), Che in Evita (Slovenia) and Rent (UK Tour).Joel talks about saying goodbye to Kinky Boots as well as the process of working on, recording and releasing his album!To purchase Joel's album So What Happens Now visit www.joelharperjackson.com.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins@Andrew_TomlinsThanks for listening!Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We're back for another EMERGENCY episode to discuss the 2020 Black British Theatre Awards (Young Vic, Sky Arts) and the Olivier Awards (London Palladium, ITV). West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, is joined by arts journalist Marianka Swain. Marianka is the UK Editor-in-Chief of BroadwayWorld, writes a popular Strictly Come Dancing blog for Dancing Times magazine, and contributes to outlets such as The i Paper, the Telegraph, theartsdesk, the Ham & High, and TodayTix. The West End Frame Show returns for Series 4 on Tuesday 10th November 2020. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins@Andrew_TomlinsThanks for listening!Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We had to do an EMERGENCY episode to discuss Songs For A New World which was staged at the London Palladium starring Rachel John, Rachel Tucker, Cedric Neal, David Hunter and Shem Omari James.West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, is joined by journalist Lisa Martland (Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com & former Deputy Editor of The Stage) to discuss why this was such a special, unforgettable, five-star production.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins@Andrew_TomlinsThanks for listening!Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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It's the final episode of the series, so we knew we needed a super stagey co-host... the one and only Joshua St. Clair (Frozen/City Of Angels)!In this episode, Andrew & Josh discuss Sleepless (Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre) and Claudia Kariuki's set for Duality Music (Centrepoint). In addition to an industry update, Andrew & Josh cover the latest news about Songs For A New World, First Date, Theatre Royal Windsor and more.Josh's credits 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). Next year Josh will play Pabbie in the West End production of Frozen at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane!To watch Josh's vlog From Shabby to Pabbie, visit https://bit.ly/35rZoNd.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins@Andrew_TomlinsThanks for listening!Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Maureen Rejali from Sunday Show Tunes co-hosts The West End Frame Show! In this episode, Andrew & Maureen discuss The World Goes 'Round (Barn Theatre) & Godspell (Hope Mill Theatre Online Concert) as well as the latest news about French Theatre, the Tony Awards, Dear Evan Hansen, The Stage Debut Awards & more. For the past five years Maureen has been co-hosting and producing Sunday Show Tunes alongside Paul Branch. To listen to Sunday Show Tunes, visit www.sundayshowtunes.co.uk. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Theatre critic Lizzie Loveridge co-hosts The West End Frame Show! In this episode, Andrew & Lizzie discuss Jesus Christ Superstar: The Concert (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre) and Fanny & Stella (Garden Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Tony Awards, Pippin, Doctor Who, The Boys In The Band and lots more. Lizzie has been reviewing theatre for twenty-four years. She is chief London critic for CurtainUp and a member of the Critic’s Circle. Lizzie is currently preparing to launch www.theatrevibe.co.uk. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Toyan Thomas-Browne, who recently covered Lola in Kinky Boots, co-hosts The West End Frame Show!In this episode, Andrew & Toyan discuss A Little Night Music (Holland Park) and the latest industry update, as well as news about Diana on Netflix, the Turbine Theatre, the National Theatre and the Come From Away film. Toyan's theatre credits include Angel/understudy Lola in Kinky Boots (UK Tour), Me & My Girl (Chichester), Guys & Dolls (Manchester Royal Exchange), Wonderland (UK Tour), Christmas On Ice (Canada), We Will Rock You (Anthem of the Seas) and The Wizard of Oz & Macbeth (Leicester Haymarket). Prior to lockdown, he was in the UK tour of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Follow Toyan on social media: @toyantb Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Claire-Marie Hall (Les Misérables/The Grinning Man) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! In this episode, Andrew & Claire discuss The West End Musical Drive-In (Drive In London) and the latest industry update, as well as news about BroadwayHD, Dirty Dancing and Channing Tatum plus casting for And the World Goes 'Round (Barn Theatre) and Camelot (Watermill Theatre), At the age of 11, Claire made her professional debut as Ngana in the National Theatre's touring production of South Pacific. After graduating from Mountview, she made her West End debut as Cosette in Les Misérables (Queens Theatre). Her theatre credits also include: Gabriella in High School Musical (Hammersmith Apollo & National Tour), Tuptim in The King And I (Leicester Curve & National Tour), The Grinning Man (Trafalgar Studios), The Colours (Soho Theatre) and Operation Mincemeat (Southwark Playhouse). Prior to lockdown, Claire was playing The Innkeeper's Wife in The Wicker Husband (Watermill Theatre) which closed after its press night due to covid-19. She is currently preparing to tour cricket grounds in a socially distanced, family friendly, actor musician production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream with Scoot Theatre. Follow Claire on Instagram @clairemarie_hall and Twitter @clairemarie612. Visit her website www.clairemariehall.com. A Midsummer Night’s Dream is touring cricket clubs from 24th August until 4th September. Visit www.cricketdream.org for info and tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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West End star Jennifer Tierney (Come From Away/Wicked) joins us to co-host The West End Frame Show! In this episode Andrew & Jennifer discuss Encore with Kristen Bell (Disney Plus) and the latest industry update, as well as the latest news about The Phantom of the Opera, A Little Night Music, Once on this Island, Crazy Coqs and lots more. Jennifer discusses life in lockdown, the challenges of learning Come From Away, her iconic performance on the Lift concept album and her experiences in Mamma Mia! and Wicked. Jennifer is currently a standby in the West End production of Come From Away (Phoenix Theatre). Her theatre credits also include: Mama Bear & understudy Dragon in Shrek the Musical (UK & Ireland Tour), understudy Elphaba & Madame Morrible in Wicked (Apollo Victoria), Donna in Mamma Mia! (RCL), ensemble in Mamma Mia! (International Tour), Jerry Springer the Opera (UK Tour), Saturday Night Fever (RCL), Chess (Oslo Spektrum), Carousel (Royal Festival Hall), Godspell (Chichester) and Lord of the Rings (Theatre Royal Drury Lane). She sings "That Rainy Day" on the concept album of Lift The Musical, having performed in the musical's original workshop. Follow Jennifer on Instagram @jenniferltierney80 and Twitter @Jenn_Tierney80. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Performer Reece Kerridge (Starlight Express/Shrek The Musical) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! In this episode, Andrew & Reece discuss Songs For A New World & The Space Between as well as an industry update and the latest news about Jesus Christ Superstar casting, NT At Home, Lucie Jones' live album and lots more. Reece's theatre credits include: Our House (Union), The Book of Mormon (West End) and Shrek The Musical (UK Tour).  Most recently he was in rehearsals to play Brexit and understudy Rusty in the German production of Starlight Express. During lockdown he has launched the podcast That’s All We Need For Today. Visit Reece's website, www.reecekerridge.com. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Director Kirk Jameson joins us to co-host The West End Frame Show! In this episode, Andrew & Kirk discuss Intermissions and this week's Government update as well as the latest news about Six's Drive-In Tour, Jesus Christ Superstar, Frozen, The New Normal Festival and The Theatre Café. Kirk is currently directing Intermissions, an online musical theatre show which is hosted by Alice Fearn (Elphaba in Wicked & Beverley Bass in Come From Away) live from her garden! Kirk's directing credits include: Dreamworks' Madagascar (UK & international tour), Stiles & Drewe's Just So (Barn Theatre), Sleeping Beauty (Newark Palace Theatre ), the German premiere of The Last Five Years (Frankfurt), Seussical & I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change (both Arts Theatre) and Privates On Parade, Annie Get Your Gun, The World Goes Round, Once Upon a Mattress, Dames at Sea & On A Clear Day You Can See Forever (all Union Theatre).  He has also worked extensively at the UK’s leading drama schools. For tickets for Intermissions, visit www.intermissionslive.com Follow Kirk on Twitter: @JamesonTweets Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Performer Fred Smiley (The Book of Mormon) joins us to co-host The West End Frame Show! In this episode, Andrew & Fred discuss Turn Up (Cadogan Hall) and History Has Its Eyes On You (Disney+), as well as the latest news about outdoor theatre, Godspell, Showstoppers, Wicked and The Southwark Playhouse. After touring the UK as Simon Senior in Kinky Boots, Fred recently made his West End debut in The Book of Mormon. He’s one of the hosts of "The TBH Podcast". Follow Fred on Twitter: @Fred_Smiley Follow Fred on Instagram: @FredSmiley Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Arts journalist Marianka Swain (UK Editor-in-Chief of BroadwayWorld) co-hosts an action-packed episode of The West End Frame Show! In this episode, Andrew & Marianka dedicate an entire segment to the Hamilton film (Disney+) and also discuss Into The Unknown: The Making of Frozen II (Disney+) & Every Little Step (A Chorus Line documentary - Amazon Prime). This week there is news about the Government's £1.57bn one-off investment in UK culture and the launch of a new UK Theatre Fund headed up by The Society Of London Theatre & Sam Mendes with a £500,000 donation from Netflix to help theatre workers who have been unable to support themselves through the pandemic, particularly those who have been ineligible for Government aid and have not been able to work since theatres closed. There's also lots of news about Songs For A New World, The Mousetrap, Turn Up & Alice Fearn's garden! Marianka Swain is a London-based arts journalist and editor. She is the UK Editor-in-Chief of BroadwayWorld, writes a popular Strictly Come Dancing blog for Dancing Times magazine, and contributes to outlets such as The i Paper, the Telegraph, theartsdesk, the Ham & High, and TodayTix. Marianka returns to The West End Frame Show, having previously co-hosted S1 Ep11. Follow Marianka on Twitter: @mkmswain Visit Marianka's website: www.mkmswain.com Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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To celebrate one year of The West End Frame Show, original co-host Jenny Gayner returns for another stagey catchup! In this episode, Andrew & Jenny discuss The Last Five Years (Lambert Jackson Productions) & Falsettos (BroadwayHD) as well as the latest news about Oliver Dowden's roadmap to reopen theatres, the return of SIX, The Phantom of the Opera, Hamlet at the Theatre Royal Windsor starring Ian McKellen, Sleepless at Troubadour Wembley Park and Lin-Manuel Miranda's new Disney movie. Last year Jenny toured the UK as Lily in the UK touring production of Annie.  Her theatre credits also include Gangsta Granny (West End/UK tour), Miss Wilson in Gary Barlow & Tim Firth’s musical The Girls (West End), Lina Lamont in Singin’ in The Rain & Brooke Windham in Legally Blonde (Kilworth House Theatre), Hunyak/cover Roxie Hart in Chicago (West End), Kristine Urich in A Chorus Line (Lowry Theatre), Laker Girl in Spamalot (West End), Ginny in Alan Ayckbourn’s Relatively Speaking (International tour), Janet in The Rocky Horror Show (European tour), Chloe in Sophie Kinsella’s Sleeping Arrangements (Landor), Lorraine Flemming in 42nd Street (Octagon Theatre) and she performed in her sell out one woman show All About The Girl at (The Pheasantry). Jenny discusses how she has adapted into lockdown life, how she got into the industry, saying goodbye to Annie and lots more. Follow Jenny on Instagram/Twitter: @jennygayner Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Actor Joshua Lovell (The Book of Mormon/Kinky Boots) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! In this episode, Andrew & Joshua discuss Peter Pan LIVE (The Shows Must Go On) & the Hamilton trailer (Disney+) as well as the latest news about British Theatre, Turn Up at Cadogan Hall & In The Wings. Joshua's theatre credits include: Annie (Toronto), The Book of Mormon (West End), Mack & Mabel (Chichester/UK Tour), Follies (Royal Albert Hall), Singin' in the Rain (UK Tour), Pipe Dream (Union Theatre), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Dubai), White Christmas (Manchester) & Soho Cinders (Soho Theatre). Most recently he toured the UK as the referee Angel in Kinky Boots before whizzing off to Paris to star in Stephen Mear’s production of Funny Girl (Théâtre Marigny).Joshua talks about touring in Kinky Boots, what he has been up to during lockdown & the time Christine Baranski offered to buy him a sandwich..!Follow Joshua on Social Media: Instagram/Twitter: @joshualovell90 Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Actress & Producer Shanay Holmes co-hosts The West End Frame Show! In this episode, Andrew & Shanay discuss The Wiz LIVE (The Shows Must Go On) & Staged (BBC) and there's lots of news about the Dear Evan Hansen film, Sara Bareilles' new Apple TV+ show & Vicki Manser's debut single topping the charts. Andrew & Shanay also continue the Black Lives Matter conversation, discussing the theatre industry, casting and why we need to do more to ensure we have black producers and creatives at the top of our industry. Alongside her performing career, Shanay is a producer and business owner. She is the founder of West End Musical Brunch. Last Friday (12th June), Shanay hosted a Musical Marathon for West End Musical Brunch which raised £4,500 for The Bail Project. After making her professional debut in Thriller Live (Lyric Theatre), Shanay went on to become the youngest person to play Rachael Maron in The Bodyguard (Adelphi Theatre). Her theatre credits also include: Close To You (Criterion Theatre), Jesus Christ Superstar (Open Air Theatre), Joanne in the 20th anniversary production of Rent (UK Tour/The Other Palace), Glinda in The Wizard of Oz (Birmingham Rep) and Narrator in Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Kilworth House). Most recently she played Marian in The Bridges of Madison County (Menier Chocolate Factory) and Laura in High Fidelity (Turbine Theatre). Shanay is also an acclaimed singer/songwriter. She previously appeared on S1 Ep3 of our interviews podcast In The Frame. To book tickets/buy gift vouchers for West End Musical Brunch, visit www.westendmusicalbrunch.co.uk For more information and to donate to The Bail Project, visit www.bailproject.org To watch Decent Exposure with Alexia Khadime & Rachel John, visit www.youtu.be/D9ll-sV2IOs To listen to Shanay's episode of In The Frame, visit www.westendframe.co.uk/2019/10/25/interview-shanay-holmes-starring-in-high-fidelity/ Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this week's episode, West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins discusses Black Lives Matter and racism within the theatre industry, including discussion about the UK's leading drama schools and experiences from black performers in the West End. In addition, we celebrate the #StandByMeChallenge which has seen theatrical community's from around the world coming together in solidarity.  Useful Links (as discussed during the episode):Asmeret Ghebremichael: I’m tired of being the token Black friend. https://broadwaynews.com/2020/06/04/opinion-im-tired-of-being-the-token-black-friend/ The Stage: Racism in the UK’s top Drama Schools. https://www.thestage.co.uk/news/drama-school-racism-students-call-out-top-schools-and-reveal-stories-of-abuse Black Lives Matter: Ways You Can Help (Sign, Donate & Educate). https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co Also in this episode, Andrew discusses A Monster Calls (The Old Vic) and news about The Wiz, The Theatre Fund and Chicago The Musical.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening!Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Journalist Lisa Martland (Founding Editor of www.MusicalTheatreReview.com and former Deputy Editor of The Stage) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show!In this bumper episode, Andrew & Lisa discuss Ben Platt Live from Radio City Music Hall (Netflix), Hairspray LIVE (The Shows Must Go On), A Streetcar Named Desire (Young Vic/NT At Home), Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist (NBC/Channel 4) & Best Worst Thing That Ever Could Have Happened (Netflix documentary).There's lots of news about The Phantom of the Opera, The Old Vic & The Last Five Years PLUS we have some exciting West End Frame news about our interviews podcast, IN THE FRAME!Lisa Martland is an acclaimed theatre journalist. She spent many years at The Stage newspaper, including five years as Deputy Editor, and went on to create one of the UK’s top theatre websites, www.MusicalTheatreReview.com.Additionally Lisa works with Stage Faves and My Theatre Mates. She previous hosted our Broadway Special in Series One. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening!Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Leon Craig (Sandra Bollock in Everybody’s Talking About Jamie) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Leon recently understudied the Genie and played Babkak in Disney's Aladdin.Andrew & Leon discuss Bombshell in Concert (Broadway Concert for The Actors Fund) & The Sound of Music LIVE (The Shows Must Go On); there's lots of news about SMASH, Troubadour Meridian Water, Newfound Hope Songs & West End LIVE + Leon discusses joining Jamie, the challenges of playing Genie & his collection of pantomime Dame costumes. Just a few of Leon's other theatre credits include; Audrey II in Little Shop Of Horrors (Salisbury/Colchester), Sid/Inventor in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (UK tour), Montel/Jesus in Jerry Springer The Opera (West End), Chuck Brown in Over the Rainbow (UK tour), Queen Of Hearts in Alice in Wonderland (UK tour), King Herod in Jesus Christ Superstar (World Arena tour), Rodney in My Big Gay Italian Wedding (Greenwich), Melvin P Thorpe in The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (Union) and over 14 pantomimes as Dame. Make sure you follow Leon on social media;Insta: @leoncraigofficial.Twitter: @LeonCraig1.You can tune into Leon's chat show A Brew and a Biscuit via his Instagram on Fridays at 8pm. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening!Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Mark Dugdale (Kevin T in Come From Away) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!In this episode, Andrew & Mark discuss Cats The Musical (1998 filmed production) and Fun Home (Victory Gardens achieve); there's lots of news about Frozen, Hamilton & A Monster Calls PLUS we play charity single "We're Unstoppable" by Stiff & Kitch and James Taylor.Mark also discusses all things Come From Away, getting up to antics with Rachel Tucker, learning bass guitar for The Commitments and his dream of playing Beverley Bass... plus lots more!Mark was a standby in the original West End cast of Come From Away, and earlier this year took over as Kevin T (& others) full time. Mark's West End credits include: Jersey Boys (Piccadilly), The Commitments (Palace), We Will Rock You (Dominion), Les Misérables (Sondeim) and Chicago (Cambridge). He has also appeared in Jesus Christ Superstar (Regent’s Park Open Air), Jest End (Leicester Square), Have a Nice Life (Union), Alice: The Musical, Beauty and the Beast and Merry Christmas Betty Ford (Lyric Theatre, Belfast), The Threepenny Opera (Opera Northern Ireland) plus the UK tours of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and The Boy Friend (UK Tour).  Make sure you follow Mark on social media;Insta: @duggy01Twitter: @Markdugdale1 Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening!Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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West End actor Keith Jack joins us to co-host The West End Frame Show!In this episode, Andrew & Keith discuss By Jeeves (The Shows Must Go On), Fleabag (Wyndham's Theatre, NT Live recording) & Pieces Of String (Mercury Theatre Colchester).There's news about Rachel Tucker, Lizzie Bea, Barber Shop Chronicles & Harry Potter PLUS Keith discusses his top picks from Disney+, touring the UK with Fame and performing at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.In 2007, Keith Jack finished second on Any Dream Will Do (BBC) and later went on to play both the Narrator and Joseph in the UK tour of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.His other theatre credits include Only The Brave, Sincerely Mr Toad, HMS Pinafore & Forever Plaid as well as numerous pantomimes. He has also released four albums and regularly performs concerts across the UK. Most recently Keith starred as Nick in FAME which toured the UK before transferring to the West End for a run at the Peacock Theatre followed by a season at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre. FAME is now available to stream via BroadwayHD.Keith is performing a live solo concert via his Facebook Page this Sunday 17th May in aid of Marie Curie UK.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening!Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Actress & singer Kerry Ellis joins us to discuss her album & new podcast!In this episode, Andrew discusses Ryan Murphy's Hollywood (Netflix), Frankenstein (National Theatre at Home), Take Me To The World: Sondheim’s 90th Birthday Concert (YouTube Concert) & Andrew Lloyd Webber's 50th Birthday Concert (Royal Albert Hall). There's lots of news about the Theatre Support Fund, the Sunday Favourites concert series, Rags cast album and Fun Home PLUS Andrew delves further into the #TeamPhantom vs #TeamRaoul debate!Kerry was the original British Elphaba in the West End & Broadway productions of Wicked. Her theatre credits also include: Grizabella in Cats (London Palladium), Nancy in Oliver! (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Fantine in Les Misérables (Queen's Theatre), Alice in Wonderland (UK Tour), Sara in Murder Ballad (Arts Theatre), Ellen in Miss Saigon (UK Tour), Meat in We Will Rock You (Dominion Theatre, original cast) and understudy Eliza in My Fair Lady (National Theatre & Theatre Royal Drury Lane).Alongside her theatre work, Kerry also records and tours with Brian May alongside making various concert appearances around the world. Her new album Feels Like Home is available from www.kerryellis.com and you can subscribe to her new podcast Keep Calm And Kerry On. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Theatre journalist Caz Cronin joins us to co-host our first "virtual" episode! This series we'll continue to bring you weekly updates from theatreland, discussing all the productions being streamed online as well as the latest stagey news. In this episode, Andrew & Caz discuss The Phantom of the Opera (25th Anniversary production), Love Never Dies (Australian production) & Flowers For Mrs Harris (Chichester Festival Theatre).There's lots of news about Dreamgirls, National Theatre At Home & Six PLUS Andrew & Caz talk about the last shows they saw before theatres closed, including Pretty Woman (Piccadilly Theatre) and Come From Away (Phoenix Theatre). Caz returns to the West End Frame Show, having previously co-hosted S1 Ep15. Caz is currently reviewing and live-tweeting streamed productions for BroadwayWorld UK. You can follow her on Twitter: @CazCronin. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Steph Parry is currently starring as Kate in Mamma Mia The Party at the 02. She recently starred in The Pirate Queen at the London Coliseum and can soon be seen as Dr Alice Easton in Series 4 of Unforgotten for ITV.Andrew & Steph discuss The Last Five Years (Southwark Playhouse) & Bang Bang (UK Tour). There's lots of news about Olivier nominations, Hello Dolly & Something Rotten PLUS find out what's going on over on Broadway.Just a few of Steph's theatre credits include understudy Mrs Wilkinson in Billy Elliot (Victoria Palace) and understudy Madame Morrible in Wicked (Apollo Victoria). She was most recently the standby for Dorothy and Maggie in 42nd Street (Drury Lane), later taking over as Dorothy full-time. Steph has a long association with Mamma Mia!; she understudied all three Dynimos in the West End, was also part of the show's international tour and played Donna for the RCCL production.Mamma Mia The Party is booking at the O2 until 28th March 2021. Visit www.mammamiatheparty.com for info & tickets. Steph's next solo cabaret is at The Pheasantry on Sunday 6th September 2020. Visit www.pizzaexpresslive.com for info & tickets.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week Andrew flies solo to bring you an update from theatreland! In this week's podcast we discuss Prince Of Egypt (Dominion Theatre), Be More Chill (The Other Palace) & On Your Feet (UK Tour). There's lots of news about the WhatsOnStage Awards & Bat Out of Hell PLUS find out what's going on over on Broadway.To celebrate the return of our interviews podcast, In The Frame, this episode also features a preview of our interview with Anita Harris! In The Frame returns this Friday (6th March 2020). Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Matthew Hemley (News Editor of The Stage) co-hosts our very special 8th birthday episode!Andrew & Matt discuss Be More Chill (The Other Palace) & The Wedding Singer (Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre). There's lots of news about the Sammy Davis Jr musical, 101 Dalmatians & The Inheritance PLUS find out what's going on over on Broadway.Matt discusses his role at The Stage, his love for Gloria Estefan & the different people he has interviewed over the years. We also celebrate West End Frame's 8th Birthday, with Andrew looking back and discussing some of his highlights. Twitter: @MattHemleyInstagram: @matthewhemleyHosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Adrian Hansel has starred in countless shows, he was the original Seaweed J. Stubbs in Hairspray with his other West End credits including Tyrone in Fame, Rusty in Starlight Express & Adrian in All You Need Is Love.Andrew & Adrian discuss A Taste Of Honey (Trafalgar Studios), Six (UK Tour) & Stiff & Kitsch (The Vaults). There's lots of news about Cinderella, Chichester's new season & Bring It On casting PLUS find out what's going on over on Broadway.Adrian's other theatre credits include: Ain't Misbehavin' (Southwark Playhouse), The Distance You Have Come (Cockpit) & 5 Guys Named Moe (Marble Arch). Most recently he played Benny Southstreet in Guys & Dolls at the Sheffield Crucible and he is about to star in Dominic Powell's new musical Cases at the Other Palace.Cases runs at The Other Palace between 31st March & 18th April 2020.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Jodie Jacobs is a West End legend, having appeared in countless shows.Andrew & Jodie discuss the Oscars, Sara Bareilles in Waitress (Adelphi Theatre) & Kinky Boots (cinema broadcast). There's lots of news about cast recordings, Hamilton, Only Fools and Horses, Sister Act & Cases PLUS find out what's going on over on Broadway.Some of the iconic roles Jodie has played includes Nancy in Oliver!, Paulette in Legally Blonde and Grizabella in Cats. She has been in Jest End, Carrie, We Will Rock You, Footloose, The Wedding Singer, Fame, Evita, Little Shop of Horrors and many more.Jodie played Regina in Rock Of Ages for the entirety of its West End Run. She recently appeared in Cinderella at Cadogan Hall & completed her second season in panto at the Lyric Hammersmith.This week's episode also features an interview with Matthew Croke & Amy Ross who are currently appearing in Eurobeat at the Turbine Theatre as part of MT Fest UK, which is a celebration of new musical theatre from around the world. Matthew's credits include Aladdin in Aladdin (Prince Edward Theatre) & understudy Fiyero in Wicked (Apollo Victoria). Amy's credits include Elphaba in Wicked (UK & Ireland Tour) & Nicola in Kinky Boots (Adelphi Theatre). For info about Eurobeat & MT Fest UK, visit www.theturbinetheatre.com.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening! Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.Please note this episode contains stories of an adult nature.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Charlie Pittman is currently in his final year at Arts Educational Schools London. He is also producing and directing the London transfer of EdFringe hit Berlin Girl. Andrew & Charlie discuss Mary Poppins (Prince Edward Theatre), Mamma Mia! (Novello Theatre) & Sierra Boggess (Cadogan Hall). There's lots of news about Hamilton & Louise Dearman PLUS find out what's going on over on Broadway.Charlie recently played Emmett in Legally Blonde at ArtsEd, and also appeared in Jerry Springer: The Opera & Freaky Friday. Berlin Girl premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival last summer. Following a sold out run, the show is transferring to London for a very limited run at the New Wimbledon Theatre Studio between Wednesday 22nd and Saturday 25th April 2020. Visit www.atgtickets.com for tickets.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.Thanks for listening!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Kayleigh McKnight recently toured the world in Hugh Jackman: The Man. The Music. The Show.Her West End credits include; Tina, Les Misérables & Bend It Like Beckham plus she was in Jesus Christ Superstar at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. Kayleigh is currently preparing to perform an intimate, underground, acoustic solo show at Jack Soloman’s in Soho this Sunday 2nd February.Andrew & Kayleigh discuss We Will Rock You (UK Tour), the new cast of Everybody’s Talking About Jamie (Apollo Theatre) plus Evie Rose Lane & Steph Parry's solo shows. There's lots of news about Mean Girls, Love Never Dies, Hairspray, Mischief Theatre  & Lucie Jones PLUS find out the latest from Broadway (including Rachel Tucker, Cynthia Erivo, Idina Menzel & Hadestown). Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Head over to www.rycacreative.com for tickets to Kayleigh's gig. Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.Thanks for listening!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Maria Coyne, currently standby Anna in The King & I (UK Tour) is our first co-host of 2020!Andrew & Maria discuss Rags (Park Theatre), Les Misérables (Sondheim Theatre), Cirque du Soleil (Royal Albert Hall) & Waitress starring Desi Oakley (Adelphi Theatre). There’s lots of news about Come From Away casting, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s new musical & Cynthia Erivo’s quest for world domination PLUS we discuss the latest Broadway gossip.Maria was most recently Standby Glinda in Wicked (Apollo Victoria Theatre) & understudy Christine in The Phantom of the Opera (Her Majesty's Theatre). Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures!Thanks for listening!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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It's the final episode of Series 1! We'll be back on Tue 21st Jan to kick off Series 2.Actor & writer Alex James Ellison co-hosts this special end of year edition of The West End Frame Show!Earlier this year Alex wrote & starred in the musical Fiver which played a sold out run at the Southwark Playhouse.In this episode, Andrew & Alex discuss Andrew's favourite 10 shows of the year including Dear Evan Hansen (Noel Coward Theatre), Jesus Christ Superstar (Barbican), Velvet (Tour/Above The Stag), Come From Away (Phoenix Theatre), Waitress (Adelphi Theatre), Noises Off (Garrick Theatre), The Prom (Broadway), Honest Amy (Edinburgh Fringe Festival), Beetlejuice (Broadway) & Evita (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre).Andrew & Alex also answer listener questions PLUS look ahead to what's coming up in 2020! In addition to Fiver, Alex's other theatre credits include: The Secret Garden (Barn Theatre), Aliens Love Underpants (Tour/West End), Whistle Down The Wind (Union Theatre) & Best Of Friends (Landor Theatre). As a singer/songwriter he has released 5 EPs and previously supported Samantha Barks on her 2016 RAGE tour. He recently played a lead in new series Mia and Me for Netflix.Thank you for supporting West End Frame in 2019! Stay tuned for lots of exciting stuff coming up next year!!Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Social media & content extraordinaire Ksenya Gray is this week's co-host! Ksenya has worked on some major West End shows and is currently Communications Manager for Global Artists. Andrew & Ksenya discuss the Cats movie, Curtains (Wyndham's Theatre), West End Musical Brunch (Café de Paris) & Girl from the North Country (Gielgud Theatre).There's lots of news about Robert Colvin, The Seagull, #HonestAmy & The Turbine Theatre, Les Misérables & Waitress. PLUS we find out what's going on over on Broadway! Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures!MERRY CHRISTMAS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Actress Melissa J Fleming takes a break from starring as Cinderella at the Lighthouse Theatre, Kettering to co-host The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Melissa discuss Goldilocks and the Three Bears (London Palladium) & 42nd Street (Upstairs at the Gatehouse); there's lots of news about Pretty Woman, The Sound of Music & Six PLUS we find out what's going on over on Broadway. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Journalist & Producer William J Connolly is this week's co-host! William recently wrapped up his time as Editor of Gay Times Magazine.Andrew & William discuss The Boy Friend (Menier Chocolate Factory) & The Boy in the Dress (Royal Shakespeare Theatre); there's lots of news about Frozen, Bring It On & The Last Five Years PLUS there's an update from Broadway. You can follow William on Twitter/Instagram via @WJConnollyHosted by Andrew TomlinsVisit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ryan Carter is currently playing Pierre in The Boy Friend at the Menier Chocolate Factory. As a producer, Ryan is the founder of Ryca Creative.Having trained at Urdang, Ryan made his West End debut in Motown The Musical at the Shaftesbury Theatre. He recently produced Emma Hatton & Hiba Elchikhe’s solo shows at Jack Solomans. He is also the genius behind REFRESH, a show that reinvents Musical Theatre cult classics in a pop-concert style. Andrew & Ryan discuss Six (UK Tour) & White Christmas (Dominion Theatre); there's lots of news about Dreamgirls, Sleepless the Musical, Dirty Dancing & Rags PLUS they take on a reader question. Exciting news! We're doing a Q&A on our special End Of Year episode which is being pre-recorded next week. Email your questions to andrew@westendframe.co.uk or contact us via Twitter, Instagram or Facebook. To stay up-to-date with what Ryan’s producing next, visit rycacreative.com.The Boy Friend runs at the Menier Chocolate Factory until 7th March 2020. Please visit menierchocolatefactory.com for info tickets.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Katie Bernstein is currently playing Babs in The Man in the White Suit opposite Stephen Mangan & Sue Johnston at the Wyndham's Theatre.Her West End credits also include playing Annie in The Play That Goes Wrong, Peggy in Mrs Henderson Presents & Little Becky Two Shoes in Urinetown.Andrew & Katie discuss & Juliet (Shaftesbury Theatre), Frozen II & The Evening Standard Theatre Awards; there’s lots of news about Hello, Dolly! & The Barricade Boys' PLUS we round-up the latest from Broadway.Emma Hatton (Elphaba in Wicked, Eva Perón in Evita) also pops in to discuss the Footballers' Wives workshop & her upcoming show at the Boulevard Theatre.Visit boulevardtheatre.co.uk for tickets.Katie discusses The Man in the White Suit, her 2019 highlight and being excited by the unknown. The Man in the White Suit runs at the Wyndham's Theatre until Saturday 7th December 2019.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Most recently Emma Kingston was hand picked by Andrew Lloyd Webber to play Eva Peron in the international tour of Evita. She played Vanessa in In The Heights and covered Eponine in the West End production of Les Misérables.Emma's credits also include Fiddler on the Roof, 21 Chump Street, Priscilla Queen of the Desert & Grease.Andrew & Emma discuss Dear Evan Hansen & Touching The Void. There's lots of news about the Follies film, Everybody's Talking About Jamie casting & the Footballers Wives workshop.We also speak to actor Will Fletcher about starring in The Girl That Fell at Trafalgar Studios 2 and round-up the latest from Broadway.Emma discusses her new blog and tells stories from her stints in Les Miserables, In The Heights and Evita.For more info, visit www.westendframe.co.uk. Thanks for listening!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Lewis Asquith, currently starring as James Prince in Soho Cinders at the Charing Cross Theatre, is this week's guest co-host!Andrew & Lewis discuss Kinky Boots (UK Tour) and Everybody's Talking About Jamie (Apollo Theatre). There's lots of news about Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Bianca Del Rio,  The Addams Family and Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella. Andrew & Lewis also discuss the Piccadilly Theatre ceiling collapse and round-up the latest from Broadway.Lewis talks about Soho Cinders, discusses life on tour in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and chooses his three desert island Musical Theatre songs! Soho Cinders runs at the Charing Cross Theatre until Saturday 21st December 2019. Visit www.charingcrosstheatre.co.uk for info and tickets. For more info, visit www.westendframe.co.uk. Thanks for listening!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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It has been a very busy week in theatreland!In this week's podcast we discuss High Fidelity (Turbine Theatre), Soho Cinders (Charing Cross Theatre), Ghost Quartet (Boulevard Theatre), I Do I Do (Upstairs at the Gatehouse) and Reece Kerridge's cabaret (The Piano Works West End).There's also lots of news about City Of Angels, The Pirate Queen, Beverley Knight, Waitress, Curtains, Kinky Boots and more. This week Andrew flies solo to host the podcast. Thanks for listening!For more info, visit www.westendframe.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Benjamin Yates, who is currently in School Of Rock, co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Ben discusses splitting the iconic white pants whilst playing Fiyero in Wicked, why West Side Story is his favourite job to date, his friendship with Natalie McQueen, his love for Jessica Vosk and the ultimate dream casting for Jeremy Jordan and Shoshana Bean.Andrew and Ben discuss The Girl That Fell, Waitress, Rebecca Levy, Jeremy Jordan and Emma Hatton.There's also lots of news about Sister Act, Hairspray, Evita, Fame and 9 to 5! Thanks for listening!For more info, visit www.westendframe.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We speak to Shaun McCourt about playing Mickey in Blood Brothers - a role he doesn't understudy - with ten minutes notice! This week's episode is co-hosted by performer Rebecca Levy. Throughout the episode she discusses her upcoming show at The Other Palace, the Say My Name: The Unauthorised 'Breaking Bad' Parody cast album and her upcoming run in Beauty & The Beast at the Key Theatre. In this week's episode, Andrew & Rebecca discuss The Man in the White Suit, 9 to 5 and Six.There's also lots of news about Moulin Rouge, Hamilton, West Side Story and Rags The Musical. We also talk about what's going on across the pond, including news about Mrs Doubtfire: The Musical, Idina Menzel & Kristin Chenoweth's albums plus the Aretha Franklin film. Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Theatre journalist Caz Cronin (BroadwayWorld UK/Backstage Pass) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! In this week's episode, Andrew & Caz discuss Les Misérables: The All-Star Staged Concert (Gielgud Theatre), High Fidelity (Turbine Theatre) and Islander (Southwark Playhouse). There's also lots of news about Life of Pi, Sandra Marvin, The Palladium Panto and Berlin Girl PLUS we talk about Idina Menzel's wicked new movie role! This week's episode also features a special interview with actors Kirsty Findlay and Bethany Tennick who are currently starring in Islander which is running at the Southwark Playhouse following its sold-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. To enter the Les Mis competition visit https://westendframe.co.uk/2019/10/07/competition-win-tickets-to-les-miserables-the-staged-concert/ before midnight on 31st October.You can follow Caz on Twitter at @CazCroninThanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We're joined by actor Chris Jenkins (Billy Elliot/Spamalot) who is about to travel to China to star in the international tour of Titanic!In this week's episode, Andrew and Chris discuss a whopping six shows including Fame (Peacock Theatre), Noises Off (Garrick Theatre), Brooklyn (Greenwich Theatre), The Girls (UK tour), Velvet (Above The Stag) & Alice Fearn's Cabaret (The Other Palace).There's also lots of news about Be More Chill & Soho Cinders PLUS we reveal some very exciting West End Frame news..!Click here to enter SeatPlan's competition to win tickets to Les Miserables – The Staged Concert!Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Performer Adam Crossley is this week's co-host!In this week's episode, Andrew and Adam discuss Torch Song (Turbine Theatre) and The Boy in the Dress (RSC); there's lots of news about Wicked on Broadway, High Fidelity and the Nottingham Playhouse PLUS we discuss Idina Menzel's new album!Adam has starred in shows including Nice Work If You Can Get It, Legally Blonde, Summer Holiday and Thoroughly Modern Millie. He is currently assistant choreographer for the 48 Hour Showtime Challenge, which will see a cast and creative team put together a production of Singin’ in the Rain in 48 hours to be performed at the Adelphi Theatre on Sunday 13th October. Visit www.showtimechallenge.co.uk for info and tickets.To stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures, visit www.westendframe.co.uk. We have some exciting news coming next week..!Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Actress Sabrina Aloueche co-hosts The West End Frame Show!In this week's episode, Andrew and Sabrina discuss Big The Musical (Dominion Theatre); there's lots of news about the Devil Wears Prada musical, Zorro and Blithe Spirit PLUS we delve into the latest Broadway gossip.Sabrina is currently starring in the European premiere of Brooklyn The Musical; during the podcast she reveals what audiences can expect from the show, the incredible story of how the musical was conceived and what she and the cast have been getting up to in rehearsals. Sabrina also reminisces about her 4-year run in We Will Rock You and talks all things social media. The episode also features a guest appearance from Reece Kerridge who pops in to discuss his upcoming solo concerts in London and Ipswich, plus the very first Industry Minds Awards.Brooklyn The Musical runs at the Greenwich Theatre between 27th September and 19th October 2019. Visit www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk for info and tickets. You can also catch Sabrina in her solo show Heavy Pencil at Boulevard Soho on Thursday 14th November. Visit www.boulevardtheatre.co.uk for info and tickets.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Journalist Marianka Swain (UK Editor-in-chief of BroadwayWorld) joins us for a stagey catch up!In this week's episode, Andrew and Marianka discuss Preludes (Southwark Playhouse), What Girls Are Made Of (Soho Theatre) and Caissie Levy In Concert (Cadogan Hall); there's lots of news about the London production of Dear Evan Hansen, the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre and Les Misérables.Marianka also discusses a day in the life of a theatre journalist plus the hugely popular Strictly Speaking blog she writes for Dancing Times. To stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures, visit www.westendframe.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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West End legend Rebecca Lock co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Rebecca is currently in rehearsals for the UK tour of Curtains which opens in October.In this week's episode, Andrew and Rebecca discuss Falsettos (The Other Palace) and The Prince Of Egypt (Dominion Theatre); there's lots of news about Gypsy, Six UK Tour, Rachel Tucker and Pretty Woman PLUS find out why we're so excited about some upcoming stagey Netflix projects!Rebecca also discusses stories from her career, including Heathers, Kiss Me Kate and Mary Poppins! Curtains runs at the Churchill Theatre Bromley between 4th and 6th October, and then tours the UK until 11th April 2020, including a stop in Wimbledon in January. Visit www.curtainsmusical.com for tour dates and ticket information.To stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures, visit www.westendframe.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Jon Robyns (currently playing King George in Hamilton London) joins West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, to discuss the latest goings on in theatreland.In this week's episode, Andrew and Jon discuss Once On This Island (Southwark Playhouse) and With One Look (Underbelly Southbank Festival); there's lots of news about Les Misérables, Moulin Rouge and The Menier Chocolate Factory PLUS find out why we're so excited about the newly announced film adaptation of Merrily We Roll Along starring Ben Platt!Jon also discusses his new album "Musical Direction" which is released Friday 6th September and his upcoming solo concert tour. He also discusses being a part of Hamilton, his dressing room essentials and stories from starring in Avenue Q and Les Misérables!Visit www.westendframe.co.uk for more info.Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Richard Carson (currently playing Reuben in Joseph at the London Palladium) joins West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, to discuss the latest goings on in theatreland.In this week's episode, Andrew and Richard round-up some highlights from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and discuss The Son (Duke Of York's Theatre) and Target Man (King's Head Theatre); there's lots of news about The Boy in the Dress, Waitress and the Everybody’s Talking About Jamie film PLUS find out which West End musical is transferring to Broadway!Richard also discusses what it has been like to be a part of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at the London Palladium, and tells stories from shows he has worked on including Miss Saigon, Wicked and Heaven On Earth. Visit www.westendframe.co.uk for more info.Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this special edition of the podcast, acclaimed theatre journalist Lisa Martland (Founding Editor of Musical Theatre Review and former Deputy Editor of The Stage), joins West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, to discuss all things Broadway!Andrew and Lisa discuss all the latest Broadway shows from last season, including The Prom, Oklahoma, Tootsie, The Cher Show, Be More Chill, Beetlejuice, Kiss Me, Kate, Ain’t Too Proud, King Kong and Pretty Woman.They also cover Dear Evan Hansen, The Band’s Visit, Mean Girls, Waitress, Wicked and Moulin Rouge.Normal episodes of The West End Frame Show will resume next week.Visit www.westendframe.co.uk for more info.Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Actor Dan Buckley (Fiver/The Book of Mormon) joins West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, to discuss the latest goings on in theatreland.In this week's episode, Andrew and Dan discuss Evita (Open Air Theatre), Equus (Trafalgar Studios) and Jerry Springer: The Opera (Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester); there's lots of news about the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Six's global domination and 42nd Street PLUS find out why we're excited about a new movie musical & Kristin Chenoweth's new album!Dan also discusses stories from his career, including why he loves Regional Theatre, what it was like to perform at the Sydney Opera House, his YouTube channel and what he does for work between acting jobs.Visit www.westendframe.co.uk for more info.Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Catch up with the latest goings on in theatreland with West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins!In this week's episode, Andrew discusses his trip to Newbury to see Kiss Me, Kate at the Watermill Theatre as well as the National Theatre's production of Peter Pan which has opened at the Troubadour White City Theatre.There's lots of news about Six, Stephanie J. Block and 9 to 5 PLUS find out which Broadway hits are eyeing up West End transfers…Make sure you subscribe and visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with all things West End Frame. Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Adam Davenport (Artistic Director of The Pauline Quirke Full-Time Academy) joins Andrew Tomlins to discuss the latest goings on in theatreland. In this week's episode, Andrew and Adam discuss The Bridges of Maidison County, Come From Away and The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole; there's lots of news about Noises Off, The Phantom of the Opera & Mary Poppins PLUS find out why we're so excited about the off-Broadway revival of Little Shop of Horrors. Hit subscribe and visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with all things West End Frame. Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Exciting news - new episodes of The West End Frame Show will now drop every week!In this 'mini-episode', West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, discusses Fiver at the Southwark Playhouse, Liisi LaFontaine's debut London concert & the Cats movie trailer; there’s lots of news about We Will Rock You, Prince of Egypt & Back to the Future PLUS find out what's happening over on Broadway. Hit subscribe and visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with all things West End Frame. Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Guest co-host Jay Perry (Kiss Me Kate/Motown) joins West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, to talk about the latest goings on in theatreland! In this episode, Andrew & Jay discuss Joseph, Jesus Christ Superstar, Everybody's Talking About Jamie & Captain Corelli's Mandolin, plus the latest news about Sister Act & The Little Mermaid as well as what's going on across the pond on Broadway.Jay also talks about rehearsals for Kiss Me Kate at the Watermill Theatre and his time starring as Berry Gordy in the West End production of Motown The Musical. He also discusses making his professional debut as a child in Whistle Down The Wind and being a member of S Club Juniors.You can follow Jay on Twitter and Instagram at @MrJayPerryHit subscribe and visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with all things West End Frame. Thanks for listening!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Guest Co-host Jenny Gayner (currently starring as Lily in the UK tour of Annie) joins West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins for a stagey catch up!In this episode, Andrew & Jenny discuss On Your Feet, Fame and The Light in the Piazza, plus the latest news about Six, School Of Rock and Becoming Nancy as well as what's going on across the pond on Broadway.Jenny also discusses life on tour in Annie and tells stories from her career, which has seen her perform in shows such as Gangsta Granny, The Girls, Chicago, Spamalot, Singin’ in The Rain, Legally Blonde, Relatively Speaking and The Rocky Horror Show.You can follow Jenny on Twitter and Instagram. Hit subscribe and visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with all things West End Frame! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Introducing... The West End Frame Show!Every two weeks, The West End Frame Show will round up the biggest theatrical news stories and feature reviews of the latest shows to open in London. For each episode, West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, will be joined by a guest co-host for candid, spontaneous, stagey chats – who knows what they'll end up discussing! You can listen to The West End Frame Show from wherever you usually get your podcasts. Make sure you subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! You can also check out www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up to date with all things West End Frame.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.