Upstage Downstage - The Theatre Podcast

Episode 109 - Single White Female

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:45:03 +0000

Episode 109 - Single White Female - We saw this production at Sheffield Lyceum Theatre on 27 February 2026

Below is more detail about the production, the production is on until June 2026 so there is still chance to catch it if you want to...

https://www.swfonstage.com/

You can also watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/CEem6AfwEHo

Episode 108 - The Hound of the Baskervilles

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 21:28:08 +0000

Episode 108 - The Hound of the Baskervilles - We saw this production at the New Vic Theatre Newcastle Under Lyme on 7 March 2026

Below is more detail about the production, the production is on until 14 March 2026 so there is still chance to catch it if you want to.

https://www.newvictheatre.org.uk/productions/the-hound-of-the-baskervilles/

You can also watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/gCLP2IR25s4

Episode 107 - Double Indemnity

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 10:58:30 +0000

Episode 107 - Double Indemnity - We saw this production at Nottingham Theatre Royal on 13 February 2026

Below is more detail about the production, the production is on tour until May 2026 so there is still chance to catch it if you want to.

https://www.doubleindemnityplay.co.uk/

Episode 106 - & Juliet

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 15:41:32 +0000

Episode 106 - & Juliet - We saw this production at Nottingham Theatre Royal on 18 April 2025

Below is more detail about the production, the production is no longer on tour but we hope it returns https://www.andjulietthemusical.co.uk/

and you can watch a trailer for the production here...

https://youtu.be/v6AtCl-UxXY

Episode 105 - Top Hat

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:40:00 +0000

Episode 105 - Top Hat - We saw this production at Lyceum Sheffield on 24 January 2025.

Below is more detail about the production, the production is tour until April 2026, and you can get tickets here...

https://www.tophat-musical.com/

and you can watch a trailer for the production here...

https://youtu.be/6cP_Ht8ZRaw?si=kXl9G13LkYRJyw08

Episode 104 - A Streetcar Named Desire

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 17:37:00 +0000

Episode 104 - A Streetcar Named Desire - We saw this production at Sheffield Crucible on 22 March 2025.

Below is more detail about the production, the production is no longer on but you we hope it could return.

https://www.westendtheatre.com/272135/news/a-streetcar-named-desire-at-sheffield-theatres-casting-announced-including-amara-okereke-jake-dunn-joining-joanna-vanderham/

and you can watch a trailer for the production here...

https://youtu.be/uGAAYsPrGfg

Episode 103 - Dancing at Lughnasa

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:47:58 +0000

Episode 103 - Dancing at Lughnasa - We saw this production at Sheffield Crucible on 27 September 2025.

Below is more detail about the production, the production is no longer on but you we hope it could return.

https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/news/cast-announced-for-dancing-at-lughnasa

and you can watch a trailer for the production here...

https://youtu.be/QqlKKyLvKQI

Episode 102 - War Horse

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 12:30:00 +0000

Episode 102 - War Horse - We saw this production at Leeds Grand Theatre on 23 August 2025.

Below is more detail about the production, the production is no longer on but you we hope it could return.

https://www.warhorseonstage.com/

and you can watch a trailer for the production here...

https://youtu.be/y7wlXmHs0Yk

Episode 101 - The Last Stand of Mrs. Mary Whitehouse

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:30:22 +0000

Episode 101 - The Last Stand of Mrs. Mary Whitehouse - We saw this production at Nottingham Playhouse on 12 September 2025.

Below is more detail about the production, the production is no longer on but you we hope it could return.

https://nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/events/the-last-stand-of-mrs-mary-whitehouse/

and you can watch a trailer for the production here...

https://youtu.be/wv98nR5EfiI

Episode 100 - REWIND RELISTEN - Our 100th Episode!!!

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 21:38:52 +0000

Episode 100 - REWIND RELISTEN - Our 100th Episode!!!

Who would've thought it we've made it to our 100th Episode! thanks for all those who have listened, this episode contains things we've missed over the past years and some special mentions and tributes.

Episode 99 - Noises Off - In the Round

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 13:55:04 +0100

Episode 99 - Noises Off - In the Round - We saw this production at The Stephen Joseph Theatre on 16 & 29 August 2025.

Below is more detail about the production, the production is no longer on but you we hope it could return.

https://www.broadwayworld.com/uk-regional/article/NOISES-OFF-Opens-at-the-Stephen-Joseph-Theatre-in-First-Ever-In-the-Round-Production-20250811

and you can watch a trailer for the production here...

https://youtu.be/AQzb1EcmkWA?si=xuMz8yYWyVxn3lrx

and a Timelapse of the fantastic set change we discuss you can watch here...

https://youtu.be/rnais4FxB7A?si=-BfSYfNeUJpEc6kZ

Episode 98 - The Addams Family - The Musical

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 11:30:19 +0100

Episode 98 - The Addams Family - The Musical - We saw this production at Leicester Curve on 26 July 2025.

Below is more detail about the production, the production is no longer on tour but you never know it could return.

https://theaddamsfamily.co.uk/

and you can watch a trailer for the production here

https://youtu.be/dhRrX0hVz2A?si=0I8T_EMDmyiRrSnx

Episode 97 - Mary Poppins The Musical

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 14:21:00 +0100

Episode 97 - Mary Poppins The Musical - We saw this production at Manchester Palace Theatre on 10 May 2025.

Below is more detail about the production, the production is on tour until January 2026.

https://marypoppins.co.uk/

and you can watch a trailer for the production here

https://youtu.be/4VQRizkOVgQ

Episode 96 - A Knight's Tale The Musical

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 13:18:00 +0100

Episode 96 - A Knight's Tale The Musical - We saw this production at Manchester Opera House on 10 May 2025.

Below is more detail about the production, the production is no longer on tour but it may return.

https://aknightstalemusical.com/

and you can watch a trailer for the production here

https://youtu.be/IQQHp7mgymY

Episode 95 - Murder on the Orient Express

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 09:14:00 +0100

Episode 95 - Murder on the Orient Express - We saw this production at Nottingham Theatre Royal on 4 April 2025.

Below is more detail about the production, the production is no longer on tour but it may return.

https://murderontheorientexpressplay.com/

and you can watch a trailer for the production here

https://youtu.be/GA5coBITdRo

Episode 94 - Chicago The Musical

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 09:10:00 +0100

Episode 94 - Chicago The Musical - We saw this production at Nottingham Royal Concert Hall on 12 April 2025.

Below is more detail about the production, the production is on tour until the end of August 2025.

https://chicagothemusical.com/uk-tour/

and you can watch a trailer for the production here

https://youtu.be/Ni21Im5j270

Episode 93 - Muriel's Wedding The Musical

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 20:17:32 +0100

Episode 93 - Muriel's Wedding The Musical - We saw this production at Leicester Curve on 19 April 2025. Including our special guest Gem Blake.

Below is more detail about the production, the production has now ended but who knows it may return.

https://www.curveonline.co.uk/whats-on/shows/muriels-wedding/

and you can watch a trailer for the production here

https://youtu.be/hHXY9CUbEAw

Episode 92 - Just Between Ourselves

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 09:55:23 +0100

Episode 92 - Just Between Ourselves - We saw this production at the Derby Theatre on 18 May 2025.

Below is more detail about the production, the tour is on until July 2025.

http://londonclassictheatre.co.uk/2024/08/10/just-between-ourselves/

and you can watch a trailer for the production here

https://youtu.be/TPYubtq9Cvk

Episode 91 - Handbagged

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 22:39:18 +0100

Episode 91 - Handbagged - We saw this production at the Leicester Curve on 29 March 2025.

Below is more detail about the production, sadly the tour has now ended but hope it returns.

https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/productions/handbagged/

and you can watch a trailer for the production here

https://youtu.be/1SSaApYZoWI?si=JrkQl1GfMlYBP6iU

Episode 90 - Picture You Dead

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 21:28:14 +0100

Episode 90 - Picture You Dead - We saw this production at the Theatre Royal Nottingham on 14 March 2025.

Below is more detail about the production, tickets are on sale until July 2025

https://www.peterjames.com/plays/picture-you-dead-tour-dates/

and you can watch a behind the scenes video here...

https://youtu.be/xf8PEiHld8U?si=FU8mOLXzVBHvoQ3v

Episode 89 - Sleeping Beauty - Panto

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 16:27:51 +0000

Episode 89 - Sleeping Beauty - Panto - We saw this production at The Broadway Theatre, Catford, Lewisham

Here is more detail about the production, tickets are on sale until 31 December 2024...

https://www.broadwaytheatre.org.uk/events/sleeping-beauty/

and you can watch a behind the scenes video here...

https://youtu.be/Zkh3kn9MdHM

Episode 88 - Here and Now the Steps Musical

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 13:39:00 +0000

Episode 88 - Here and Now the Steps Musical - We saw this production at The Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham

Here is more detail about the production...

https://thestepsmusical.com/#about

The tour begins in September 2025 until May 2026 across the country, locations and ticket information can be found here....

https://thestepsmusical.com/#tour

and you can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/hI5GtSHrQwI

Episode 87 - Dear Evan Hansen - UK Tour

Sat, 30 Nov 2024 09:57:23 +0000

Episode 87 - Dear Evan Hansen - UK Tour - We saw this production at Nottingham Playhouse

Here is more detail about the production...

https://www.evanontour.com/about

The tour is on until July 2025 and ticket information can be found here....

https://www.evanontour.com/#book-tickets

and you can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/W24yLM_jCtg

Episode 86 - Alan Ayckbourn's Show & Tell

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 11:26:39 +0000

Episode 86 - Alan Ayckbourn's Show & Tell - We saw this production at the Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough

Here is more detail about the production...

https://www.whatsonstage.com/shows/scarborough-theatre/show-tell_1462064531/

https://www.newvictheatre.org.uk/alan-ayckbourn-marks-85th-year-with-90th-play-show-and-tell/

and you can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/4wVaSqScw84

This production is now no longer on but may return.

Episode 85 - Now That's What I Call A Musical

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 10:17:25 +0100

Episode 85 - Now That's What I Call A Musical - We saw this production at the Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield

Here is more detail about the production...

https://thenowmusical.com/

and you can watch the trailer here...

https://thenowmusical.com/#the-video

This production is booking on tour until April 2025 book here... https://thenowmusical.com/

Episode 84 - Six The Musical

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 16:06:00 +0100

Episode 84 - Six The Musical - We saw this production at the Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield

Here is more detail about the production...

https://sixthemusical.com/uk-tour/about/

and you can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/K7sCEMRPvG8

This production is booking until May 2025 in London and on tour until December 2025 book here... https://sixthemusical.com/

Episode 83 - Starlight Express

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 12:39:00 +0100

Episode 83 - Starlight Express - We saw this production at the Troubadour Theatre, Wembley

Here is more detail about the production...

https://www.starlightexpresslondon.com/

and you can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/axyIkQ-b7fA

Here's Electra's previous performance of AC/DC as mentioned by Stephen

https://youtu.be/yiq1aVl-E2Y

Here's Rusty's previous performance of Starlight Express as mentioned by Richard

https://youtu.be/jkXtt0bemFU

This production is booking until June 2025 book here... https://www.starlightexpresslondon.com/tickets

Episode 82 - Here You Come Again The Musical

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:38:00 +0100

Episode 82 - Here You Come Again The Musical - We saw this production at the Theatre Royal, Nottingham

Here is more detail about the production...

https://hereyoucomeagain.co.uk/#about

and you can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/qJWZybEQZh0

This production is on tour until December 2024 find out locations here... https://hereyoucomeagain.co.uk/#tour

Episode 81 - Come From Away The Musical

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 09:32:00 +0100

Episode 81 - Come From Away The Musical - We saw this production at the Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield

Here is more detail about the production...

https://comefromawaylondon.co.uk/

and you can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/mCoHH08nIGE

This production is on tour until January 2025 find out locations here... https://comefromawaylondon.co.uk/tour-dates/

Episode 80 - Kathy and Stella Solve a Murder The Musical

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 13:25:00 +0100

Episode 80 - Kathy and Stella Solve a Murder The Musical - We saw this production at the Ambassadors Theatre, London

Here is more detail about the production...

https://kathyandstella.com/#about

and you can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/sHJB-rF2wZk

This production is in London until September 2024

Episode 79 - Kay Mellor's The Syndicate

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 14:21:00 +0100

Episode 79 - Kay Mellor's The Syndicate - We saw this production at the Nottingham Theatre Royal

Here is more detail about the production...

https://www.syndicateplay.co.uk/

and you can watch the trailer here...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6vjDnRoaOo

This production is no longer on tour but it may return.

Episode 78 - The Importance of Being Earnest?

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 08:14:00 +0100

Episode 78 - The Importance of Being Earnest? - We saw this production at the Mansfield Palace Theatre

Here is more detail about the production...

https://interactiveearnest.co.uk/#theshow

and you can watch the trailer here...

https://interactiveearnest.co.uk/#media

This production is at the Edinburgh Fringe until the end of August 2024

Episode 77 - Cluedo 2 the Next Chapter

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 10:06:00 +0100

Episode 77 - Cluedo 2 the Next Chapter - We saw this production at the Sheffield Lyceum Theatre

Here is more detail about the production...

https://www.cluedostageplay.com/

and you can watch the trailer here...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mfg8KBwzawU

This production is on tour until November 2024

Episode 76 - An Officer and a Gentleman the Musical

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 15:09:00 +0100

Episode 76 - An Officer and a Gentleman the Musical - We saw this production at the Regent Theatre - Stoke on Trent

Here is more detail about the production...

https://www.officerandagentlemanthemusical.com/

and you can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/Cpwbd8h1a7A

This production is on tour until November 2024

Episode 75 - The 39 Steps

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 15:28:00 +0100

Episode 75 - The 39 Steps - We saw this production at the Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield

Here is more detail about the production...

https://love39steps.com/

and you can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/R2ZXgkau_4E

This production is on tour until August 2024 and at the London Trafalgar Theatre 16 August 2024 to 28 Sept 2024.

Episode 74 - Wicked The Musical

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 13:13:00 +0100

Episode 74 - Wicked The Musical - We saw this production at the Alhambra Theatre, Bradford

Here is more detail about the production...

https://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/

and you can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/sZXb_1q920E

This production is on tour until January 2025 and at the Apollo Victoria booking until June 2025.

Episode 73 - 42 Balloons The Musical

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 11:17:00 +0100

Episode 73 - 42 Balloons The Musical - We saw this production at the The Lowry Theatre, Salford

Here is more detail about the production...

https://42balloons.com/

and you can watch the trailer here...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wBijD-Hf2Ug

This production is no longer on but fingers crossed it makes a return.

Episode 72 - Unfortunate The Musical

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 21:56:08 +0100

Episode 72 - Unfortunate The Musical - We saw this production at the Birmingham Hippodrome

Here is more detail about the production...

https://unfortunatemusical.com/

and you can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/qWRfEl9KW_M

This production is on tour until the end of July 2024, you can book tickets here...

https://unfortunatemusical.com/tour-dates/#uk-tour

Episode 71 - The Crucible

Wed, 22 May 2024 12:17:00 +0100

Episode 71 - The Crucible - We saw this production at the Sheffield Crucible Theatre

Here is more detail about the production...

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Crucible

This production is now no longer on but it may return.

Episode 70 - My Beautiful Laundrette

Thu, 16 May 2024 07:13:00 +0100

Episode 70 - My Beautiful Laundrette - We saw this production at the Leicester Curve

Here is more detail about the production...

https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/whats-on/my-beautiful-laundrette-on-tour/

You can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/hHRurG63Kwk?si=Jb6bg-f3n_uBsyT1

This production is now no longer on tour but it may return.

Episode 69 - Bonnie and Clyde The Musical on Tour

Wed, 08 May 2024 10:03:00 +0100

Episode 69 - Bonnie and Clyde The Musical on Tour - We saw this production at the Leicester Curve

Here is more detail about the production...

https://bonnieandclydemusical.com

You can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/UpgWZ0snjpk?si=ycCZz1uRBnPr_Y26

This production is on tour across the UK until October 2024 and you can find more details here

https://bonnieandclydemusical.com/#section-tourdates

Episode 68 - Minority Report

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 12:44:29 +0100

Episode 68 - Minority Report - We saw this production at the Nottingham Playhouse

Here is more detail about the production...

https://nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/events/minority-report/

You can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/EcRZCYZkYck

This production is on at the Lyric Theatre Hammersmith until 18 May 2024 and you can find more details here

https://lyric.co.uk/shows/minority-report/#performances

Episode 67 - Spy Monkey's The Frogs

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 05:57:00 +0000

Episode 67 - Spy Monkey's The Frogs - We saw this production at the Royal and Derngate Theatre Northampton

Here is more detail about the production...

https://spymonkey.co.uk/spymonkeys-the-frogs/

This production is at the Kiln Theatre until March 2024 and you can find more details here

https://kilntheatre.com/whats-on/the-frogs/

Episode 66 - The Drifter's Girl

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 19:52:00 +0000

Episode 66 - White Christmas - We saw this production at the Regent Theatre Stoke

Here is more detail about the production...

h ttps://thedriftersgirl.com/about

You can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/LUnb7WvkWAQ?si=sQqUTPpr5edw4Gt8

This production is on tour until May 2024 and you can find more details here https://thedriftersgirl.com/uk-ireland-tour

Episode 65 - White Christmas

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 19:47:00 +0000

Episode 65 - White Christmas - We saw this production at the Sheffield Crucible

Here is more detail about the production...

https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/news/cast-announced-for-white-christmas

This production over now but who knows it may return in the future!

Episode 64 - Cinderella

Sun, 25 Feb 2024 08:08:00 +0000

Episode 64 - Cinderella - We saw this production at the Nottingham Playhouse

Here is more detail about the production...

https://nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/events/cinderella/

This production over now but you will be sure to see more pantos fun in the future!

Episode 63 - Dick Whittington

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 19:44:02 +0000

Episode 63 - Dick Whittington - We saw this production at the Theatre Royal Nottingham

Here is more detail about the production...

https://trch.co.uk/star-studded-pantomime-launches/

This production over now but you will be sure to see more pantos fun in the future!

Episode 62 - The Woman in Black

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 13:13:00 +0000

Episode 62 - The Woman in Black - We saw this production at the Theatre Royal Nottingham

Here is more detail about the production...

https://thewomaninblack.com/about

Watch the Trailer here https://youtu.be/37d3OwMrHBw

This production is on tour until June 2024 and you can find out the venues and dates here...

https://thewomaninblack.com/tour-dates

Episode 61 - The Book Thief The Musical

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 13:53:00 +0000

Episode 61 - The Book Thief The Musical - We saw this production at the Leicester Curve

Here is more detail about the production...

https://www.curveonline.co.uk/whats-on/shows/the-book-thief/

Watch the Trailer here https://youtu.be/FjudB325TWE?si=F7xEWawlUJ8TbyxP

you can also watch rehearsal footage here... https://youtu.be/ekXi2b9kVDo?si=jNVucL2Ads0gmSg0

This production is no longer on but who knows it may return.

Episode 60 - Outlawed

Sat, 13 Jan 2024 09:49:00 +0000

Episode 60 - Outlawed - We saw this production at Nonsuch Studios Nottingham

Here is more detail about the production...

https://www.nonsuchstudios.co.uk/whatson/outlawed

This production is on but please follow the performers for whatever they are in next, they are as follows...

Lottie Manning/Hunter Gather as Robin Hood

Solaya Sang as Maid Marian

Paige Marie Baker-Carroll as The Sheriff of Nottingham

Ms Lucinda B'hind as Friar Tuck'd

Episode 59 - Noises Off

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 08:39:00 +0000

Episode 59 - Noises Off - We saw this production at The Rep Birmingham

Here is more detail about the production...

https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/whats-on/noises-off/

Watch the Trailer here https://youtu.be/WM3qv0rsJE0?si=tUQBvmgKD9knVmU3

This production is on tour until mid 2024 find venues and dates below...

https://www.uktw.co.uk/Tour/Play/Noises-Off/T01636406980/

Episode 58 - Heathers The Musical

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 15:39:20 +0000

Episode 58 - Heathers The Musical - We saw this production at Theatre Royal Nottingham and The Other Palace in London

Here is more detail about the production...

https://www.heathersthemusical.com/about

Watch the Trailer here https://youtu.be/5iH6LLt2AiU?si=6k2uzsw94V0rFng0

This production has finished but who knows it may return in the future

You can also watch the live recorded version from the Other Palace here...

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B0B77T9T8N/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r

You can also listen to the soundtrack on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/album/6r3jhI1kXM7NkEDowpkxOU

Episode 57 - Miss Saigon

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 12:22:41 +0000

Episode 57 - Miss Saigon - We saw this production at Sheffield Crucible

Here is more detail about the production...

https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/news/cast-announced-for-miss-saigon

This production has finished but who knows it may return in the future

You can watch a performance of Last Night of the World here https://youtu.be/ikbbBOizGXQ?si=9RzmmdnGijnLWil0

Episode 56 - Titanic The Musical

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 12:23:00 +0100

Episode 56 - Titanic The Musical - We saw this production at Theatre Royal in Nottingham

Here is more detail about the production...

https://titanicthemusical.co.uk/about-the-show.php

This production is no longer on tour but you can find out potential future tour dates here https://titanicthemusical.co.uk/tour.php

You can watch the rehearsal clips here https://youtu.be/nERrfoEQfxQ

Episode 55 - An Inspector Calls

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 09:17:00 +0100

Episode 55 - An Inspector Calls - We saw this production at The Lyceum Theatre in Sheffield

Here is more detail about the production...

https://aninspectorcalls.com/about-the-show/info

This production is now no longer on but you can find out future tour dates here https://aninspectorcalls.com/tour-dates

You can watch the rehearsal clips here https://youtu.be/do9dZGrPiM8

Episode 54 - The Good Person Of Szechwan

Sun, 23 Jul 2023 14:07:41 +0100

Episode 54 - The Good Person Of Szechwan - We saw this production at The Crucible in Sheffield

Here is more detail about the production...

https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/news/cast-announced-for-the-good-person-of-szechwan

This production is now no longer on. you can find out more details here https://lyric.co.uk/shows/the-good-person-of-szechwan/

You can watch the rehearsal clips here https://youtu.be/cwN7rWHRguI

Episode 53 - Sucker Punch

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 17:32:00 +0100

Episode 53 - Sucker Punch - We saw this production at Queens Theatre Hornchurch

Here is more detail about the production...

https://www.queens-theatre.co.uk/whatson/sucker-punch/

This production is now no longer on. you can read more about the production on the following National Theatre website https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/whats-on/sucker-punch/

You can watch the rehearsal clips here https://youtu.be/73J3nHQ6ljs

Episode 52 - The Flood

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 13:27:00 +0100

Episode 52 - The Flood - We saw this production at Queens Theatre Hornchurch

Here is more detail about the production...

https://www.queens-theatre.co.uk/whatson/the-flood/

This production is now no longer on.

Episode 51 - The Ocean at the End of the Lane

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 16:10:13 +0100

Episode 51 - The Ocean at the End of the Lane - We saw this production at Sheffield Lyceum

Here is more detail about the production...

https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/productions/ocean-at-the-end-of-the-lane/

This production is on tour until September 2023 and then returns to the west end between October and November 2023, we would go and see it again, so why don't you.

Tour Tickets here...

https://www.atgtickets.com/shows/the-ocean-at-the-end-of-the-lane/

11 October — 25 November 2023 - Noël Coward Theatre

https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/productions/ocean-at-the-end-of-the-lane/

You can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/bGqP9AYHrJs

Episode 50 - Drive Your Plough Over the Bones of the Dead

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 16:58:00 +0100

Episode 50 - Drive Your Plough Over the Bones of the Dead - We saw this production at Nottingham Playhouse

Here is more detail about the production... https://nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/events/drive-your-plow/

This production is no longer on tour we would go and see it again, so keep your eye out to see if it will return... http://www.complicite.org/productions/DriveYourPlowOverTheBonesOfTheDead

You can also watch the production online by getting a ticket here... bit.ly/43jcHda

You can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/9A3fgxrpBwk

Episode 49 - Abigail’s Party

Mon, 29 May 2023 16:54:00 +0100

Episode 49 - Abigail's Party - We saw this production at Derby Theatre

Here is more detail about the production... https://derbytheatre.co.uk/event/abigails-party-2023/

This production is now on tour in the UK until October 2023 and we would go and see it again, you can find out where to see it by clicking here...http://londonclassictheatre.co.uk/2023/01/27/abigails-party-2023/

You can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/Bzbs3tDHM0w

Episode 48 - Home I’m Darling

Thu, 25 May 2023 17:23:53 +0100

Episode 48 - Home I’m Darling - We saw this production at Sheffield Lyceum Theatre

Here is more detail about the production... https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/productions/home-im-darling/

This production is now not on tour but who knows it may return.

Episode 47 - Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)

Mon, 15 May 2023 10:25:00 +0100

Episode 47 - Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) - We saw this production at Nottingham Theatre Royal

Here is more detail about the production... https://trch.co.uk/celebrating-international-womens-day-with-pride-and-prejudice-sort-of/

This production is now on tour until June 2023 and we would go and see it again, you can find out where to see it by clicking here... https://prideandprejudicesortof.com/uk-tour

You can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/wQwDVfqBAQ4

Episode 46 - Village Idiot

Fri, 12 May 2023 10:24:49 +0100

Episode 46 - Village Idiot - We saw this production at Nottingham Playhouse

Here is more detail about the production... https://nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/events/village-idiot/

This production is now no longer on tour but keep your eyes out it might hopefully make a return!

You can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/DCOr5AZ08oM

Episode 45 - My Son’s A Queer (But what can you do?)

Tue, 09 May 2023 07:24:00 +0100

Episode 45 - My Son's A Queer (But what can you do?) - Richard saw this production at the The Ambassadors Theatre in London

Here is more detail about the production... https://www.theambassadorstheatre.co.uk/shows/my-sons-a-queer-but-what-can-you-do

This production is now not on tour but keep your eyes out for the production as it may make a return.

You can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/Tl1NEY9F-2M

Episode 44 - Sylvia

Fri, 05 May 2023 00:34:15 +0100

Episode 44 - Sylvia - Richard saw this production at the The Old Vic Theatre in London

Here is more detail about the production... https://www.oldvictheatre.com/stage/event/sylvia

This production is now not on tour but keep your eyes out for the production as it may make a return.

You can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/-NHagPTAt1E

Episode 43 - Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 23:50:54 +0100

Episode 43 - Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons - Richard saw this production at the Harold Pinter Theatre in London

Here is more detail about the production... https://lemonstheplay.co.uk

This production is now not on tour but keep your eyes out for the production as it may make a return.

You can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/q4ZDOi-f-wQ

Episode 42 - The Verdict

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 13:13:00 +0100

Episode 42 - The Verdict - We saw this production at Nottingham Theatre Royal

Here is more detail about the production... https://trch.co.uk/whats-on/the-verdict-23/

This production is now on tour until July 2023 and you can find out where to see it by clicking here... http://www.middlegroundtheatre.co.uk/Wordpress/the-verdict-dates/

You can watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/KxbJSh1smOs

Episode 41 - The Beekeeper of Aleppo

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 13:26:00 +0100

Episode 41 - The Beekeeper of Aleppo - We saw this production at Nottingham Playhouse

Here is more detail about the production... https://nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/events/the-beekeeper-of-aleppo/

This production is now on tour until July 2023 and you can find out where to see it by clicking here... https://www.uktw.co.uk/Tour/Play/The-Beekeeper-of-Aleppo/T2121520485/

You can watch the trailer here...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0TAmiHyLU7Q

You can also watch an interview with the author here...

https://youtu.be/UdZwcpSDnjw

Episode 40 - Rebus A Game Called Malice

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 09:04:59 +0100

Episode 40 - Rebus A Game Called Malice - We saw this production at Queens Theatre Hornchurch

This production is now no longer on tour you can keep an eye out to see if it will return here... https://www.queens-theatre.co.uk/whatson/rebus-a-game-called-malice/

Episode 39 - Pantomime Special 2 - Dick Whittington

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 07:03:00 +0000

Episode 38 - Pantomime Special 2 - Dick Whittington - We saw this production at Nottingham Playhouse

This production is now no longer on but you can read more details here... https://nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/events/dick-whittington/

Episode 38 - Pantomime Special 1 - Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 20:24:41 +0000

Episode 38 - Pantomime Special 1 - Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs - We saw this production at Nottingham Theatre Royal

This production is now no longer on but you can read more details here... https://trch.co.uk/whats-on/22-23-snow-white/

Episode 37 - South Pacific

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 22:31:53 +0000

Episode 37 - South Pacific - We saw this production at Nottingham Theatre Royal

This production is now no longer on tour you can keep an eye out to see if it will return here... https://southpacificshow.com/tour/

You can also watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/-qRn6m8YflI

Episode 36 - Dreamgirls

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 11:20:00 +0000

Episode 36 - Dreamgirls - we saw this at Manchester Palace Theatre

This production is now no longer on tour we would go and see it again and you can keep an eye out to see if it will return here https://www.dreamgirlsthemusical.co.uk

You can also watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/DcNLhv3LhdE

Episode 35 - The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 15:38:22 +0000

Episode 35 - The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel - we saw this at Sheffield Lyceum Theatre

This production is on a tour across the UK in 2023 prior to a west end run you can find more about where this is on here https://marigoldshow.com

You can also watch the trailer here...

https://youtu.be/lK0YivhSDbw

Episode 34 - The Mousetrap

Sat, 25 Feb 2023 10:13:00 +0000

Episode 34 - The Mousetrap - we saw this at Nottingham Theatre Royal

This production is on a 70th Anniversary tour until 2024 and you can find out more details here https://www.mousetrapontour.co.uk

This production is also on in the West End currently booking until Nov 2023 and you can find more information here https://uk.the-mousetrap.co.uk

You can also watch the trailer here...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o9Auk97FL7U

Episode 33 - The Wicked Lady

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 19:30:51 +0000

Episode 33 - The Wicked Lady - we saw this at the Nottingham Theatre Royal

This production is now not on tour, however you can read more details by going to this link https://www.wickedladylive.com/

Episode 32 - Accidental Death of an Anarchist

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 22:50:16 +0000

Episode 32 - Accidental Death of an Anarchist - we saw this at the Playhouse Theatre Sheffield

We would definitely see it again and you can too as its now in London until 8th April 2023 to book tickets and read more details go to this link https://lyric.co.uk/shows/accidental-death-of-an-anarchist/

Watch the trailer below...

https://youtu.be/yOEqh3wxodQ

Episode 31 -Jeckyll and Hyde

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 13:13:00 +0000

Episode 31 - Jeckyll and Hyde - we saw this at the Derby Theatre

We would definitely see it again the production is now over but who knows it could return .

You can find out more details about this production and book here...

https://derbytheatre.co.uk/derby-theatre-queens-theatre-hornchurch-announces-the-cast-for-upcoming-co-production-jekyll-and-hyde-this-autumn/

Watch the trailer below...

https://youtu.be/xDTNLNEejVM

Episode 30 - The Book of Mormon

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 08:13:00 +0000

Episode 30 - The Book of Mormon - we saw this at the Nottingham Theatre Royal

We would definitely see it again the tour is now over but you can still see this in London.

You can find out more details about this production and book here...

https://thebookofmormonmusical.com/london/

Watch the Book of Mormon Tour Video below...

https://youtu.be/4YHpKNdU2fc

Episode 29 - Mrs Doubtfire The Musical

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 00:24:09 +0100

Episode 29 - Mrs Doubtfire The Musical - we saw this at the Manchester Opera House

We would definitely see it again so look out for it in the future if it makes a return!

(Rumoured to be in London Spring 2023)

You can find out more details about this production here...

https://www.mrsdoubtfiremusical.co.uk

The Mrs Doubtfire Musical Cast Reveal

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQEx9K7Y8dI

View opening night here

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtU0sWpf1W0

Episode 28 - The Shawshank Redemption

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 19:04:36 +0100

Episode 28 - The Shawshank Redemption - we saw this at the Derby Theatre

You can find out more details about this production here...

https://www.kenwright.com/portfolio/the-shawshank-redemption/

Episode 27 - The Clothes They Stood Up In

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 16:24:05 +0100

Episode 27 - The Clothes They Stood Up In - we saw this at the Nottingham Playhouse

We would see it again so look out for it in the future if it makes a return!

You can find out more details about this production here...

https://nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/events/the-clothes-they-stood-up-in/

The Clothes They Stood Up In Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl21vruZwIQ

Episode 26 - Billy Elliot

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 17:16:45 +0100

Episode 26 - Billy Elliot - we saw this at the Leicester Curve

We would see it again so look out for it in the future if it makes a return!

You can find out more details about this production here...

https://www.curveonline.co.uk/whats-on/shows/billy-elliot-the-musical/

Billy Elliott Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mb3SurSifc0

Episode 25 - Brief Encounter

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 00:58:13 +0100

Episode 25 - Brief Encounter - we saw at the Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough

We would see it again so why don't you get yourself a ticket, on tour until 5 November 2022!

You can find out more details about this production here...

https://www.theatrebythelake.com/event/brief-encounter/

https://octagonbolton.co.uk/whats-on/theatre/brief-encounter/

Brief Encounter Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WkTAZkVK13s

Episode 24 - Identical

Sat, 03 Sep 2022 13:12:17 +0100

Episode 24 - Identical - a New Musical we saw at Nottingham Playhouse

This show is now on at the Lowry in Manchester until September 3rd, we would see it again so who knows it might make a reappearance again!

You can find out more details about this production here...

https://www.identicalmusical.co.uk/tickets/

Identical Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sz3fkfY016A

Watch a performance from the twins here...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWQqHYHOBEE&t=10s

Episode 23 - Comedy Cabaret and Circus at Edinburgh Fringe

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 11:13:00 +0100

Episode 23 - Comedy, Cabaret, and Circus at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival - Richard talks about the productions he's seen during his time at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2022

You can find out more details about the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and the shows Richard mentions here...

https://tickets.edfringe.com

Edinburgh Fringe 2022 Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=suqJLvpDt1Y&t=14s

Episode 22 - Drag at Edinburgh Fringe Festival

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 09:39:00 +0100

Episode 22 - Drag at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival - Richard talks about the productions he's seen during his time at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2022

You can find out more details about the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and the shows Richard mentions here...

https://tickets.edfringe.com

Edinburgh Fringe 2022 Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=suqJLvpDt1Y&t=14s

Episode 21 - Theatre at Edinburgh Fringe Festival

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 08:10:00 +0100

Episode 21 - Theatre at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival - Richard talks about the productions he's seen during his time at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2022

You can find out more details about the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and the shows Richard mentions here...

https://tickets.edfringe.com

Edinburgh Fringe 2022 Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=suqJLvpDt1Y&t=14s

Episode 20 - Edinburgh Fringe Festival Q&A

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 06:13:00 +0100

Episode 20 - Edinburgh Fringe Festival Q&A - Stephen Questions Richard about his time at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival

You can find out more details about the Edinburgh Fringe Festival here...

https://tickets.edfringe.com

Edinburgh Fringe 2022 Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=suqJLvpDt1Y&t=14s

Episode 19 - Harry Potter and The Cursed Child

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 00:46:11 +0100

Episode 19 - Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - A Week in the West End - Richard saw this at the Palace Theatre in London

This show is booking until 2023, Richard would see it again so who knows it might make a reappearance again!

You can find out more details about this production here...

https://uk.harrypottertheplay.com

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Official Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKgeSdo4J9o

Episode 18 - Bonnie and Clyde

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 12:20:13 +0100

Episode 18 - Bonnie and Clyde - A Week in the West End - Richard saw this at the Arts Theatre in London

This show has ended its run, Richard would see it again so who knows it might make a reappearance again!

You can find out more details about this production here...

https://bonnieandclydemusical.com

Bonnie and Clyde Official Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Y5yWZmkdvo

Episode 17 - &Juliet

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 16:00:50 +0100

Episode 17 - &Juliet - A Week in the West End - Richard saw this at the Shaftesbury Theatre in London

This show is in London at the moment and booking until March 2023 which will be its final performance, Richard would see it again so go and get yourself a ticket!

You can find out more details about this production here...

https://www.andjulietthemusical.co.uk

&Juliet Official Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dm2k9nS3o20

The Work of Artist Vic Lee who is mentioned in this podcast can be found here - https://viclee.co.uk/viclee.co.uk/Vic_Lee.html

Episode 16 - Dear Evan Hansen

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 00:56:55 +0100

Episode 16 - Dear Evan Hansen - A Week in the West End - Richard saw this at the Noel Coward Theatre London on 18 June 2022

This show is in London at the moment and booking until 22 October 2022 which will be its final performance, Richard would see it again so go and get yourself a ticket!

You can find out more details about this production here...

https://dearevanhansen.com/london/

"You Will Be Found" | Dear Evan Hansen West End

https://youtu.be/oq9FlLVh6yg

Episode 15 - Cabaret - A Week in the West End

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 12:42:07 +0100

Episode 15 - Cabaret - A Week in the West End - Richard saw this at the Kit Kat Club, Playhouse Theatre London on 18 June 2022

This show is in London at the moment and booking until Sat 7 Jan 2023 Richard would see it again so go and get yourself a ticket!

You can find out more details about this production here...

https://kitkat.club/cabaret-london/

You can watch two videos mentioned in this episode here...

Cabaret Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EY9umtO4igQ

Amy Lennox performs 'Cabaret' from Cabaret at the Olivier awards

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DVxxFRxT_8

Episode 14 - Fascinating Aida - On the Road again

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 17:05:04 +0100

Episode 14 - Fascinating Aida - On the Road Again - We saw this at Buxton Opera House on 6 February 2022

This show is on tour until 27th August 2022 we would see it again so go and get yourself a ticket! You can find out more details about this production and tour locations here...

https://www.fascinatingaida.co.uk/tour-dates/

You can watch two videos mentioned in this episode here...

Dogging - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lwg8a6sDxKc

Cheap Flights - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZAg0lUYHHFc

Episode 13 - Blood Brothers

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:45:59 +0100

Episode 13 - Blood Brothers - We saw this at Derby Theatre on 21st & 22nd April 2022

This is on tour until 24th September 2022 we would see it again so why don't you! You can find out more details about this production and tour locations here...

https://seatplan.com/search?q=blood+brothers

Episode 12 - Boeing Boeing

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 11:39:01 +0100

Episode 12 - Boeing Boeing - We saw this at Derby Theatre on 25th June 2022

This is on tour until 30th July 2022 we would go and see it again so why don't you! You can find out more details about this production here...

http://londonclassictheatre.co.uk/2022/01/01/boeing-boeing/

Episode 11 - The Rise and Fall Of Little Voice

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 10:14:52 +0100

Episode 11 - The Rise and Fall Of Little Voice - We saw this at Derby Theatre on 5th May 2022

This is on tour until 16th July 2022 and you can find out more details about this production here...

https://littlevoiceuk.com

Episode 10 - The Homecoming

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 23:26:47 +0100

Episode 10 - The Homecoming - We saw this at The Leicester Curve on 29th April 2022

You can find out more details about this production here...

https://www.curveonline.co.uk/whats-on/shows/the-homecoming/