Episodes

  • Maddie Grace Jepson’s dressing room and the great influencer debate

    Maddie Grace Jepson’s dressing room and the great influencer debate
    Jun 10 2026
    Maddie Grace Jepson, Amber Davies, Hannah Lowther, all theatre stars with immense talent, and, an immense social media following. This week we join Maddie right inside the dressing room of Back to the Future the musical to chat about the pressures that come with feeding an audience both on stage and online. From managing her rival schedules to the joy of making her West End debut, not to mention some excellent culinary advice, Maddie spills all before heading on stage to do her thing. Plus, join Perry and Liv as they wonder if influencers are having a major impact on the stage and how casting should look in today’s world of social media. Find out on this week’s In the Interval. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • Ellie Leach’s football stunts and the rise of stunt casting

    Ellie Leach’s football stunts and the rise of stunt casting
    Jun 3 2026
    From Coronation Street in Manchester to the football pitch in Sheffield, Ellie Leach has taken the big leap into theatre. In this interview she talks about the shift from screen to stage and takes us through the literal trials of working on the play Ladies Football Club with fellow soap star Charley Webb. Join Perry and Liv as they chat about sport on stage and take a deep dive into the current landscape of celeb casting in theatre. Are shows relying too much on big names to market themselves? Find out on this week’s In the Interval. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • Beverley Knight’s biggest roles and should the West End shake it up more?

    Beverley Knight’s biggest roles and should the West End shake it up more?
    May 27 2026
    Beverley Knight is the queen of British soul, and a jewel in the crown of British theatre. With performances in Sister Act, Sylvia and The Bodyguard under her belt, she’s no stranger to the pressure of iconic roles. We caught Beverley before she took on yet another legendary figure: Sister Rosetta Tharpe in the original musical Marie & Rosetta. On the balcony of St Pancras Station, Beverley talks her inspiration for the role, her routines off stage and the one piece of advice Davie Bowie gave her. Plus, join Perry and Liv as they deep dive the future of long-running shows. Should they be forced to move on after a certain time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    15 mins
  • Starkid takes London and the rise of cult musicals

    Starkid takes London and the rise of cult musicals
    May 21 2026
    Ever heard of Darren Criss? A Very Potter Musical? Or the catchy jingle of ‘I don’t really want to do the Work today?’ Then you’ve probably heard of Starkid. This independent theatre troupe has grown from a college drama club to theatre powerhouse, with 15 musicals and millions of YouTube views to their name. Now, they’re heading to the West End for the first time with The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals. Join Perry and Liv as they chat with Starkid founders Loren Lopez and Brian Holden about their new production and do a deep dive into how social media has changed the West End for good. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • In the Interval Preview

    In the Interval Preview
    May 7 2026
    Step into the spotlight with In the Interval the podcast perfectly timed for your busy day. Whether you’re strolling through the park, braving the commute, or pausing between Act 1 and 2, each episode is crafted to be just the right length for a theatre interval. Tune in for a brilliant burst of theatrical insights, stories, and backstage secrets no longer than your glass of wine at the bar, but sure to leave you wanting an encore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 min