In The Frame: Theatre Interviews from West End Frame

It's good to see her, isn't it! This week we're joined by Helen Woolf who has been part of Wicked for the past seven years. Helen originally understudied Glinda in Wicked's first UK & Ireland tour, before transferring to the London production where she also understudied Nessarose. In 2017 Helen stepped up to play Glinda in the UK & Ireland tour and then returned to the West End production in 2019, taking over from Sophie Evans as Glinda. In this episode, Helen discusses her unique path into the industry, her Wicked journey and life as a West End leading lady. Follow Helen on Instagram at @helenwoolf1. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Having recently completed her run as the alternate Tina in Tina The Musical, Jenny Fitzpatrick is currently starring in The World Goes ‘Round at the Barn Theatre in Cirencester. She can also be seen in the upcoming online revival of Godspell for the Hope Mill Theatre. 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), Rose Seller in Oliver! (West End), 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) and Lucius/Centurion in Boudica (Globe). Having played Tina Turner in the 2013 UK tour of Soul Sister, Jenny was the alternate Tina Turner in the original West End cast of Tina The Musical. On screen, Jenny has been seen in The Alienist, Mi High V 'Patient' and EastEnders. The World Goes ‘Round runs at the Barn Theatre from 24th August until 5th September 2020. Visit www.barntheatre.org.uk for tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @Andrew_Tomlins Thanks for listening! Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're crossing the pond to speak to Broadway's Josh Lamon!Most recently Josh played Sheldon and understudied Barry in The Prom on Broadway. He is also the host of Josh Swallows Broadway for the Broadway Podcast Network. Josh's Broadway credits also include: Groundhog Day, Finding Neverland, Elf The Musical, Into The Woods and Hair. He played Boq in the US tour of Wicked and, prior to lockdown, was appearing in Emojiland off-Broadway.Josh is the co-writer of Bloody Bloody Jessica Fletcher: A musical parody of Murder She Wrote which premiered in London last year at the Other Palace as part of MT Fest.In this episode, Josh discusses stories from his career, including why Hair and The Prom were such special jobs, his journey to the Great White Way, what went wrong when Into The Woods opened in New York and the times he has used diva dollars over the years... Visit Josh's website, www.joshlamon.comHosted by Andrew Tomlins.@Andrew_TomlinsThanks for listening!Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Janie Dee is a theatrical icon, having worked extensively in both the UK and New York throughout her career.Just a few recent highlights from Janie's career include playing Phyllis Rogers Stone in Follies (National Theatre), title role in Linda (Talent Works NY), Margery in Hand To God (West End), Arkadina in The Seagull (Regent's Park), Essie in Ah Wilderness (Young Vic), Ruth in Blithe Spirit (West End, alongside Angela Lansbury), Putting It Together (St James), title role in Hello Dolly as well as Anna in The King & I (both Leicester Curve) and Belinda Blair in Noises Off (Old Vic).Janie won an Olivier Award for her performance as Carrie Pipperidge in the National Theatre's 1992 production of Carousel.Janie is currently preparing to reprise her acclaimed performance as Desiree in A Little Night Music for a socially distanced, one-night concert staging at Holland Park. The show sold out in just six minutes.She will then take to the stage at Crazy Coqs to perform her new one-woman cabaret, Janie Dee: New Life. Prior to lockdown, Janie was producing the London Climate Change Festival at the Charing Cross Theatre which has been postponed until theatres reopen.In this episode, Janie candidly discusses returning to A Little Night Music as well as preparations for her new cabaret, work/life balance, how it felt to return to the National Theatre for Follies and why she was slightly relieved that her Climate Change Festival was postponed.Visit Janie's website, www.janiedee.comFor tickets to her cabaret, visit www.bit.ly/3fBEzjIHosted by Andrew Tomlins.@Andrew_TomlinsThanks for listening!Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Prior to lockdown, Nick was playing Boq in the West End production of Wicked. He made his West End debut as Doctor in The Book of Mormon (Prince of Wales). His other credits include: Gary Coleman in Avenue Q (UK Tour), Benny/Puppeteer in The Pied Piper (Cornerstone), Pepper in Mamma Mia! (Abu Dhabi), Henri in South Pacific (St. James Concert Hall) and TJ in Sister Act (Gordon Craig Theatre). Nick discusses his path into the industry, funny drama school stories, highlights from his career and lots more! Visit Nick's website, ww.nicholasmclean.co.uk Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. Thanks for listening! Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jerry's productions include Legally Blonde, Kinky Boots, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and On Your Feet.Most recently his production of Pretty Woman opened in the West End following a run on Broadway. Jerry choreographed the original production of Hairspray which is returning to London next year, and he is also working on a stage adaptation of Becoming Nancy.This Sunday Jerry and West End performer Jed Berry are hosting Raise You Up, an online charity concert starring Angels In Lockdown from global productions of Kinky Boots.The show is raising money for Acting For Others, Black Ticket Project, Broadway Advocacy Coalition and Broadway Cares. You can watch Raise You Up this Sunday 26th July at 9pm via www.jedberry.com. The show will be available for 24 hours. Follow Jerry on social media: @jammyprodHosted by Andrew Tomlins. Thanks for listening! Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Asmeret has had an incredible career on both sides of the pond, most recently starring as Lorell in the West End production of Dreamgirls to huge acclaim. She made her West End debut as Nabulungi in The Book of Mormon, having played the role on Broadway after being part of the show's original ensemble. Her other Broadway credits include Legally Blonde, Footloose, Wicked, Spamalot and Elf. She was in the original cast of In The Heights and starred in Sweet Charity off-Broadway. Most recently she has filmed roles in Get Even (BBC) and Bonding: Season 2 (Netflix). Read Asmeret's interview with Forbes: https://bit.ly/30heYXD Read Asmeret's article for Broadway News: https://bit.ly/3jdG2iX Asmeret is artistic director for The Big Sky Summer Theatre Festival: From A Distance. Visit https://bit.ly/3eAHAQN for info! Follow Asmeret on Instagram: @asmeretghebremichael Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. Thanks for listening! Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Natalie Kassanga is currently covering Zoey and Alana in the West End production of Dear Evan Hansen (Noel Coward) and recently starred as Diana Ross in Motown The Musical (Shaftesbury Theatre). This weekend Natalie can be seen in Turn Up, a concert which is being streamed in response to the Black Lives Matter movement. The show was filmed with a live band at Cadogan Hall. As a child, Natalie played Young Nala in The Lion King (Lyceum) and appeared in Oliver! (Drury Lane) and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (UK Tour). She was a member of girl group Alien Uncovered, who appeared on the live finals of The X Factor in 2015. In this episode, Natalie discusses starting out as a child performer and her experiences in the music industry. She also talks about her emotional farewell to Motown, the nine-month audition process for Dear Evan Hansen as well as diversity in the West End and why audiences should TURN UP to Turn Up this weekend. Follow Natalie on Instagram and Twitter: @kassangaofficial To buy tickets for Turn Up, visit www.club11.london/turn Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. Thanks for listening! Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last year Samantha Pauly made her London theatre debut as Eva Peron in Jamie Lloyd's production of Evita at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. Prior to lockdown, she was starring as Katherine Howard in the Broadway production of SIX. Samantha also played Katherine Howard in the pre-Broadway regional runs of SIX, including the musical's US premiere in Chicago. She has also played Eva Peron at the Marriot Theatre and Westport Country Playhouse. Samantha's additional theatre credits include: understudy Raven in Bat Out Of Hell (US Tour), Jovie in Elf The Musical (Paramount Theatre), Betsy in Honeymoon in Vegas (Marriott Theatre) and Amber in Hairspray (Paramount Theatre). In this episode, Samantha talks openly and honestly about starring in SIX and Evita, her path into the industry and lots more. For information about Samantha's online coaching, visit www.artistsandbeyond.com/samanthapauly You can follow Samantha on Instagram via @sampauly Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. Thanks for listening!Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vicki Manser joins us following the release of her chart-topping debut single "Pick Me Up"!Vicki's theatre credits include the West End productions of Sunny Afternoon, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical and Bat Out Of Hell. She joined the West End production of SIX at the start of 2019 as an alternate, taking over as Katherine Howard nine months later. After leaving Six at the end of last year she returned to Beautiful, this time on tour as the alternate Carole. Alongside her performing career, Vicki is Artistic Director of Sharpe Academy. In this episode, Vicki discusses her musical influences, joining the Queendom, her future ambitions plus lots more!Listen to "Pick Me Up" on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Nr2dno Follow Vicki on Instagram & Twitter via: @vicki_manserHosted by Andrew Tomlins. Thanks for listening! Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back for a "virtual" series of In The Frame! Our first guest is Trevor Dion Nicholas who was playing George Washington in the West End production of Hamilton (Victoria Palace) before theatres closed.Trevor originated the role of Genie in the West End production of Disney's Aladdin, having been a standby for the role on Broadway. He played Genie for the duration of the London run, taking a short break to play the role on the US tour. He was a judge on All Star Musicals (ITV) and hosted 2019's Magic at the Musicals (Royal Albert Hall). After making his professional debut in Big River (US tour), Trevor appeared in US regional productions of The Wiz, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Ragtime, The Little Mermaid, The Wizard of Oz, Into the Woods, Little Shop of Horrors, Rent, The Exonerated and This is the Life. Trevor is also the songwriter and primary vocalist for the original Alternative Indie Soul band Neighborhood Goliath. In this episode, Trevor discusses his path to Broadway, what it was like to say goodbye to Aladdin and his favourite number to perform in Hamilton... plus lots more! Useful Links Petition: Offer more support to the arts (particularly Theatres and Music) amidst COVID-19 https://bit.ly/3fxTFqA Neighborhood Goliath on Spotify https://spoti.fi/2N7CWOQ Neighborhood Goliath on YouTube https://bit.ly/3hNKKUf You can follow Trevor on Instagram/Twitter: @astonishingtrev Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. Thanks for listening! Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back for Series Three of In The Frame, kicking off Friday 19th June 2020! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carly recently starred as Anita to huge acclaim in West Side Story at the Leicester Curve. Carly's West End credits include Rock of Ages, Dirty Dancing, Chicago, Memphis & Dreamgirls where she understudied and regularly played the role of Lorelle. She has also appeared in Hair, High School Musical, Dance Til Dawn and The Lorax.Over the past couple of years Carly has been taking theatreland by storm, taking on roles such as Helene in Sweet Charity (Nottingham Playhouse), Fate in Hadestown (National Theatre), Henri in The View Upstairs (Soho Theatre) and Charlaine in Ain't Misbehavin' (Southwark Playhouse & Mercury Colchester). In this episode, Carly discusses her career from High School Musical and Rock Of Ages to Dreamgirls and Hadestown, onstage mishaps and the moment she realised she was ready to made the step up from ensemble to lead. Please note, this episode was recorded before theatres had closed and the UK was in lockdown. This is the final episode of In The Frame: Series 2. We'll be back in a few months for a brand new series! Make sure you follow Carly on Instagram/Facebook: @CarlyMDyerHosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening!Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lauren has been touring the UK as Catherine of Aragon in SIX. 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).In this episode Lauren discusses what it has been like to play Catherine of Aragon and why SIX has been such a big moment in her career. She also talks about how she got into the industry, memories from her first jobs and the day she found out she was going on as Heather Chandler... plus what it was like to perform SIX back home in Wales and lots more! Please note, this episode was recorded before theatres had closed and the UK was in lockdown. Make sure you follow Lauren on social media!Instagram: @_LaurenDrew1.Twitter: @LaurenDrew2. For more info about SIX, visit www.sixthemusical.com.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening!Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jordan spent the last year touring internationally as Simba in The Lion King, marking his first major leading role. Jordan has appeared in the West End productions of Miss Saigon, Motown and Cats with his other credits including The Scotsborough Boys (Young Vic), Follies & Hadestown (National Theatre) and Tick Tick Boom (Park Theatre).In this episode, Jordan discusses life in The Lion King and why Simba was a dream role of his. We also discuss his path into the industry, some of the big decisions he has had to make throughout his career and his stagey obsessions.Please note, this episode was recorded before theatres had closed and the UK was in lockdown. Make sure you follow Jordan on Twitter & Instagram: @JordanShawUK.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening!Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back to continue with Series 2 of In The Frame!This week we chat to Evie Rose Lane. Evie has become well known for the covers/mashups and original music she has released online. She played a sold out solo show at Live at Zedel earlier this year to huge acclaim. Evie is due to star as Ariel in the 2020-21 UK tour of Footloose. Please note, this episode was recorded before theatres had closed and the UK was in lockdown. The start of Footloose's UK tour has since been postponed, but hopefully will go ahead later in the year. Make sure you follow Evie on Twitter & Instagram: @EvRoseLaneYou can also check out Evie's YouTube videos here: https://bit.ly/3dFdWdVPlease note, new episodes of In The Frame will be released on Tuesdays for the next few weeks. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening!Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we sit down with Noah Thomas & Hiba Elchikhe backstage at the Apollo Theatre to discuss all things Everybody's Talking About Jamie.Noah is currently at 3rd Year Student at Mountview Academy and previously attended The BRIT School. Everybody's Talking About Jamie marks his professional and West End debut!Hiba's credits include; Brooklyn in Brooklyn The Musical (Greenwich Theatre); Fiver (Southwark Playhouse); Antony & Cleopatra (National Theatre); Princess Jasmine in Aladdin (Australia); Mrs Santiago/Understudy Molly in Ghost the Musical (Asia) and The Sound Of Music: Live (ITV). Everybody's Talking About Jamie marks Hiba's West End debut!Noah & Hiba talk about everything from being cast in the show, to the hardest moments in the score as well as why audiences respond so profoundly to their characters.Everybody’s Talking About Jamie is currently booking at the Apollo Theatre until Saturday 29th August 2020. Visit www.everybodystalkingaboutjamie.co.uk for info and tickets.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening!Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In The Frame is back for a second series, and our first guest is the legendary Anita Harris!As well as topping the charts as a singer, Anita is well-known for her performances on screen and stage. Anita famously starred in Carry On Doctor and Carry On Follow That Camel. She also appeared in countless other films and television shows, including Remember Jack Buchanan, The Television Machine, French and Saunders, Morecambe and Wise, The Magic Box and Midsomer Murders.In addition to playing Grizabella in Cats at the New London Theatre, Anita's stage credits include; My Cousin Rachel (Theatre Royal, Bath); Stepping Out (UK Tour); Double Double (UK Tour); Come On Jeeves (UK Tour); Unexpected Guest (UK Tour); Suddenly At Home (Kings Theatre, Southsea); Annie (UK Tour); Five Blue Haired Ladies Sitting on a Green Park Bench (UK Tour); Fatal Encounter (UK Tour) and The House of Stairs (UK Tour).Anita is currently touring the UK in Rufus Norris’ production of Cabaret as Fraulein Schneider.In this interview, Anita discusses her role in Cabaret and life on the road, plus stories from her career (and there's lots of singing along the way!).Cabaret tours the UK until Saturday 25th April 2020.Visit www.kenwright.com for tour dates and tickets.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening!Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To end the series, we have a special interview with Carrie Hope Fletcher who is playing Fantine in the brand new production of Les Misérables at the renovated Sondhiem Theatre. Carrie has lots of history with Les Mis; most recently she played Fantine in the all-star concert production, having previously played Eponine in the West End and in Dubai. Plus she played Young Eponine as a child.Carrie's theatre credits include; Veronica in Heathers (West End/The Other Palace), Brenda in The Christmasaurus Live (Eventim Apollo), Wednesday in The Addams Family (UK Tour), Truly Scrumptious in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (UK Tour) and Beth in Jeff Wayne’s War of the Worlds (Arena Tour). She is also an author, vlogger and soon to be marathon runner! In this interview, Carrie discusses her Les Mis journey; she also talks about the evolution of her Fantine dress, the brand new ensemble character she has created and taking on 'I Dreamed A Dream'. Carrie discusses how the world of social media has changed in the theatre industry, the biggest differences between the shows she has starred in and how she is managing to squeeze in training for a Marathon on top of her crazy schedule. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From auditioning for drama school in a football kit to receiving an Olivier Award nomination for his first leading role, this week Ian McIntosh talks us through his career. Ian is currently playing Galileo in the brand new touring production of Queen’s musical, We Will Rock You.After finishing as the runner up in GMTV’s Search for Troy Bolton, Ian went on to understudy Troy Bolton in the UK tour of High School Musical 2 before understudying Claude in the European Arena Tour of Hair. He made his West End debut in Rock of Ages, eventually becoming the alternate for Drew. He was alternate Deco in The Commitments (original West End cast) and received an Olivier Award nomination for originating the role of Barry Mann in the West End production of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Prior to We Will Rock You, Ian starred as Young Ben in Dominic Cooke’s revival of Follies at the National Theatre. We Will Rock You tours the UK until Saturday 18th July 2020. Visit www.queenonline.com for tour dates.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today’s guest is Cameron Sharp who is currently playing Barry Mann in the 2020 UK tour of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Cameron made his West End debut back in 2014 as alternate Drew & swing in Rock Of Ages at the Garrick Theatre. He later went on to play Franz in the musical's first UK tour. Cameron's credits also include: Rodger in Rent (Brimingham), Stephen in Ushers (Edinburgh/Arts Theatre), cover Nicky/Trekkie in Avenue Q (UK Tour), Jesus Christ Superstar (Open Air Theatre), Theo in School of Rock (original West End cast) and Tony in West Side Story (International).In this episode, Cameron talks through his career, discussing his highs and lows and some of the different things he’s learnt along the way, from leaving drama school early for his West End debut to learning how to swing and his experience of being part of an original West End cast. Beautiful opens at the Churchill Theatre Bromley on 11th January and tours the UK until 29th August 2020. Visit www.beautifulmusical.co.uk for tour dates. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have a bonus episode for you with West End Frame Award winner, Carolyn Maitland!Carolyn is currently playing Rebecca in Stephen Schwartz’s musical Rags at the Park Theatre. This production comes to London with a brand new cast, following its run at the Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester. In 2014, Carolyn won West End Frame’s Understudy of the Year Award for understudying the role of Ellen in the West End production of Miss Saigon. Since leaving Miss Saigon, she has gone on to play many leading roles including; Kathy Selden in Singin' In The Rain (Kilworth House), Sally Bowles in Cabaret (Aberdeen), Molly in Ghost The Musical (UK Tour) and Marian in The Woman in White (Charing Cross Theatre). Carolyn also returned to Miss Saigon to play Ellen full-time and most recently played Grace Farrell in Annie (Toronto/UK Tour). Carolyn’s extensive theatre credits also include; understudy Kate/Lilli in Kiss Me Kate (Chichester/The Old Vic), understudy Rita in Groundhog Day (The Old Vic), understudy Karen in From Here To Eternity (Shaftesbury), understudy Vivienne & Serena in Legally Blonde (Savoy), understudy Mabel, Serena & Miss Bell in Fame (UK Tour), understudy Gabriela & Taylor in High School Musical 2 (UK Tour), understudy Lucy in Jekyll & Hyde (UK Tour) and Mamma Mia! (International Tour).In this episode Carolyn discusses all-things Rags, her work ethic, working her way up to becoming a leading lady and her path into the industry. Rags runs at the Park Theatre between Thursday 9th January and Saturday 8th February 2020.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Please visit www.westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lizzie has had a whirlwind year; whilst playing Pat in the UK tour of Kinky Boots she took two hiatus' from the show to star as Abigail Henson in the final New York workshop of new musical Becoming Nancy, followed by its world premiere at the Alliance Theatre in Atlanta. She also found time to audition for the 2020 West End revival of Hairspray at the London Coliseum and landed the role of Tracy Turnblad which she will play alongside Michael Ball who is reprising his celebrated performance as Edna. Lizzie's theatre credits also include: Fat Friends The Musical (UK Tour), Dino Story & Chicken Little (From Page To Stage Festival), The 3 Little Pigs (Australian & UK Tours/West End) and The Other School (National Youth Music Theatre).In this fun, honest & inspiring interview, Lizzie discusses her path into the industry, what it has been like to be part of Becoming Nancy since its very first workshop, why Kinky Boots was a dream job plus the rigorous audition process for Hairspray. Lizzie also talks about lots of the incredible people she has worked with, including Jerry Mitchell, Elliot Davis, Stiles & Drewe, Jessica Vosk, Dan Buckley, Mark Anderson, Stephen Ashfield & lots more.Hairspray runs at the London Coliseum from 23rd April 2020.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lucy is currently playing Sophie in the West End production of Mamma Mia! at the Novello Theatre, the same theatre where she made her West End debut in Spring Awakening in 2009.Lucy previously played Sophie in both the UK and International touring productions of Mamma Mia!. Just a few of her other theatre credits include Earthquakes in London (National Theatre), The Crucible (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre), Oklahoma! (UK Tour), Sweeney Todd (West End), and Thark (Park Theatre). Lucy recently sat down with West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, backstage at the Novello Theatre for a really chilled out, fun chat.Lucy discusses her childhood, her unique path into the Spring Awakening and her journey with Mamma Mia!.Mamma Mia! is currently booking at the Novello Theatre until 19th September 2020.Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For the past two years Robert Colvin has been touring the US as the Standby for Elder Price in The Book of Mormon. Prior to The Book of Mormon, Rob played Robbie in the UK tour of Dirty Dancing, eventually becoming the Standby for Johnny. His other credits include: Warner in Legally Blonde (Opéra Garnier, Monaco/Upstairs at the Gatehouse), Jimmy in Thoroughly Modern Millie (Adelphi Theatre), Danny in Grease (Belinda King) and Joseph and The Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat (UK tour).He has since taken over as Elder Price in the UK & European Tour of The Book of Mormon. West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, recently sat down with Rob during a break from The Book of Mormon for a really fun but honest conversation. Rob discusses his career so far, his ambitions and biggest hurdles.You can follow Rob on Instagram/Twitter via @RobertColvin_.Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Danielle Hope discusses moving to the US, sustaining a varied career & returning to the West End to star in White Christmas. In 2010, Danielle won Andrew Lloyd Webber’s reality show Over The Rainbow, landing the part of Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz at the London Palladium. Her credits also include Eponine in Les Misérables, Maria in The Sound of Music, The Narrator in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Sherrie in Rock of Ages, Sandy in Grease, Cathy in The Last Five Years and last Christmas she returned to the London Palladium to take on the title role in Snow White. Danielle is currently starring as Betty Haynes in White Christmas. The musical runs at the Dominion Theatre until Saturday 4th January 2020. Visit www.whitechristmasthemusical.co.uk for info and tickets. Hosted by Andrew TomlinsVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben shares some incredible stories about about Julie Andrews, Idina Menzel, Caissie Levy, Bernadette Peters + more!Benjamin Rauhala is Jeremy Jordan’s musical director and has accompanied Jeremy for all his London concerts over the past few years, including a recent run of sold out shows at Cadogan Hall.He is the co-creator and ‘Fairy Godfairy’ of the Broadway Princess Party concert series, which has seen a host of Broadway's biggest stars perform across the U.S., with many of their performances going viral on YouTube. Earlier this year Ben was Associate Music Director for The Secret Life of Bees, which ran off-Broadway directed by Sam Gold. He has worked on the music team for the Broadway productions of Fiddler on the Roof, American Psycho and Pippin. Ben is also the musical director for many major Broadway stars! During his recent trip to London, Ben sat down with West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, to discuss Jeremy Jordan & Broadway Princess Party, his path to becoming a musical director, the shows he has worked on, plus lots more!Broadway Princess Party is coming to London next year! Keep an eye on www.club11.london for info. Hosted by Andrew TomlinsVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will In The Heights return to London? Why has Next To Normal never been staged in the UK? How do you go about opening a new theatre? This week Paul Taylor-Mills is In The Frame!Paul is a theatre producer; his recent productions have included the West End production of Heathers which is about to launch a UK tour and the London premiere of In The Heights. A few of his other recent productions have included Honest Amy, Side Show and The Last 5 Years. Paul is the Artistic Director of The Turbine, a brand new theatre at Battersea Power Station which is currently home to the UK premiere of High Fidelity. He is also an advisory producer to Andrew Lloyd Webber and was formerly Artistic Director of The Other Palace. Paul is incredibly honest throughout this interview, discussing some of the challenges he has faced in recent years, as well as his major success stories. High Fidelity runs at the Turbine Theatre until Saturday 7th December 2019. Visit www.theturbinetheatre.com for more info and tickets. Heathers launches its UK tour in June 2020.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"The day I found out I was nominated for an Olivier I worked a double shift at a restaurant. I was cleaning tables and taking people's dirty plates away... but at the same time you think 'well, I have two Olivier nominations at the age of 23 - it swings in roundabouts!'"Charlotte Wakefield is currently playing Miss Windsor in the RCS's new musical The Boy in the Dress at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon. The Boy In The Dress is based on David Walliams' book, with new music by Robbie Williams and Guy Chambers.Charlotte has been nominated for two Olivier Awards; for her performances as Wendla Bergman in the original West End production of Spring Awakening and Maria von Trapp in The Sound of Music at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre.Just a few of her other credits include playing Sophie in Mamma Mia!, Laurey in Oklahoma!, Truly Scrumptious in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Veronica in the workshop of Heathers and Polly in Crazy For You.Charlotte talks all things The Boy in the Dress and discusses the balancing act of being an actor.For more info about The Boy in the Dress please visit www.rsc.org.uk. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I remember coming out of college and going to my first agent meeting. I said to him ‘I want to be a leading man by the time I’m 25’ and he just openly laughed in my face. But I proved him wrong… I did it when I was 23. I’m still pinching myself.”Joel Harper-Jackson is currently playing Charlie Price in the UK tour of Kinky Boots. His previous theatre credits include: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (UK Tour), Simon in Jesus Christ Superstar (Regents Park Open Air Theatre); Beautiful (Aldwych Theatre); Che in Evita (Slovenia); Little Women (Hope Mill Theatre); Pieces of String (Mercury Theatre); Myth: The Rise and Fall of Orpheus (The Other Palace); Picture Perfect (St James); Pacific Overtures (Union Theatre) plus the UK tours of Rent and West End Women.Joel discusses what it has been like to take Kinky Boots around the UK, working with Jerry Mitchell and how he has learnt to sustain his performance over the past 14 months.He also discusses what he wants to do next, becoming a leading man at the age of 23 and reveals some exciting plans..! For more info about Kinky Boots, please visit www.kinkybootsthemusical.co.uk.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last summer Fabian Aloise received huge acclaim for choreographing Evita at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, working alongside director Jamie Lloyd. Originally from Canada, Fabian trained as a ballet dancer in Melbourne, Australia but - after being told he wouldn't make it as a ballet dancer - pursued a career in musical theatre. After working as a performer, Fabian began also working as an assistant, associate and resident choreographer. He appeared in the West End productions of We Will Rock You and Legally Blonde and was the resident choreographer for the West End production of Matilda The Musical for 5 years. He then began working as a choreographer. In addition to choreographing Evita, Fabian's recent choreography credits include The View UpStairs (Soho Theatre) and The Rink (Southwark Playhouse). In this episode, Fabian discusses his career from how he fell into musical theatre to the most recent productions he has worked on. Visit www.fabianaloise.com for further information. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After being unable to afford drama school, Shanay Holmes had an incredible journey into musical theatre.In this episode of In The Frame, Shanay tells the story of how she got her agent, discusses her experience in the music industry including her time on The X Factor and talks about her current role as Laura in the UK premiere of High Fidelity at the Turbine Theatre at Battersea Power Station. Shanay also discusses the shows she has worked on, including The Bridges of Madison County (Menier Chocolate Factory); Joseph and The Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat (Kilworth House); The Wizard of Oz (Birmingham Rep); Rent (20th Anniversary Production Ltd); Jesus Christ Superstar (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre); Close To You (West End), The Bodyguard (Adelphi Theatre) and Thriller Live (West End). High Fidelity runs at the Turbine Theatre until 7th December 2019.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oliver's theatre credits include playing Fiyero in Wicked (10th Anniversary Cast) and Gideon in Sting's musical The Last Ship (Toronto).Oliver played Rum Tum Tugger in the UK tour of Cats and understudied Raoul in The Phantom of the Opera at Her Majesty’s Theatre. He has also been in Les Misérables, Mamma Mia, Monkee Business, Knights Of The Rose and Company.Oliver is currently playing Whizzer in Falsettos by William Finn and James Lapine which is receiving its UK premiere at The Other Palace. In this episode of In The Frame, Oliver speaks about what makes Falsettos such a beautiful show, why it was such a complex piece to learn and how it feels to be taking on such a different role. He also discusses making the step up to become a leading man, his relationship with social media and – most importantly – the evolution of his iconic hair styles.Falsettos runs at The Other Palace until Saturday 23rd November. Please visit www.falsettoslondon.com for info and tickets.Hosted by Andrew TomlinsThanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keith finished second on the BBC’s reality show Any Dream Will Do in 2007 and went on to play both the Narrator and Joseph in the UK tour of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Keith's other theatre credits include Only The Brave, Sincerely Mr Toad, HMS Pinafore and Forever Plaid as well as numerous pantomimes.He has also released four albums and regularly performs concerts, with Edinburgh & London dates coming up this Christmas.Keith is currently making his West End debut as Nick in Fame The Musical, which runs at the Peacock Theatre until Saturday 19th October and tours the UK until November 2019. Visit www.fameuktour.co.uk for further information and tickets.In this episode, Keith discusses why he thought he might have screwed up his audition for Fame, life on tour and putting his own stamp on Nick. He also discusses the stigma attached with coming from a reality television background, his relationship with social media and lots more.Hosted by Andrew Tomlins.Thanks for listening! www.westendframe.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to In The Frame, a new podcast series from West End Frame!Every week we’ll be putting a different theatrical name in the frame to discuss exciting projects, career highlights, incredible stories and lots, lots more. Episodes are set to drop on Fridays, so hit subscribe to ensure you don’t miss an episode. Make sure you also check out our other podcast, The West End Frame Show, to stay up-to-date with the latest theatre news, show talk and Broadway gossip. You can find West End Frame on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Head over to www.westendframe.co.uk to stay-up-date with our podcasting adventures! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.