On today's episode we sit down with James Kellner, who is playing Mr Mushnik in the Austin Page Musical Society's upcoming production of Little Shop of Horrors . This is James' second time performing with the society and so we'll be talking about the society at large but also this cult-classic show and it's unique features. Little Shop of Horrors , is playing at Lazenby Hall from July 31st to August 2nd. Tickets are on sale now, so for more details visit apjcrc.tidyhq.com . See omnystudio.com/li...
Jul 31, 2025•10 min•Season 1Ep. 40
On today's episode we continue our conversation around the Armidale Drama & Musical Society's upcoming production of Twelfth Night. In this episode we talk with the leading cast of Amy Showell (Viola), Melissa Hawthorne (Olivia), & Dominick O'Shea (Orsino). All three have a range of experience with Shakespearean performance, whether it be through study, productions, or general love of the text, and in this episode we will unpack their thoughts on each of their characters journeys through...
Jun 12, 2025•34 min•Ep. 39
On today's episode we turn the tables as guest host Emily Waldron sits down with Nick Troon & Jess Waters, the directors behind the Armidale Drama & Musical Society's upcoming production of Twelfth Night. Nick & Jess are both first time directors with ADMS jumping in the deep end with their first production being a large scale Shakespearean farce. We'll be talking about their influences, the process leading up to this show as well as the unique challenges and questions that came with...
Jun 10, 2025•35 min•Ep. 38
On today's episode we sit down with Kate Simpson, the director for the Players Theatre's upcoming production of Bonnie & Clyde . Kate is a first time director, with this being her second time putting forward this show, after an initial production with the Earle Page Musical Society was shut down due to COVID. But that hasn't stopped Kate, she is passionate about seeing this show come to light and we'll be talking about the show's many interesting qualities including how this classic American...
Apr 29, 2025•26 min•Ep. 37
On today's episode we sit down with Kate Frazier, the director for the Armidale Drama & Musical Society's upcoming production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee . Kate is a first time director with the society, and as so we'll be talking about her experience in this new role, the unique features of this musical, and the show's position within the wider ADMS program for 2025. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee , is running at the Armidale Playhouse from March 14th to 22nd. ...
Mar 13, 2025•15 min•Ep. 36
On today's episode we sit down with Alex Robson & Jade Fuda, creatives from the Sydney based theatre company, Fingerless Theatre. Alex & Jade are the Director and Producer / Lead in the company's upcoming production of Ophelia Thinks Harder . We'll be talking about the play, Fingerless Theatre's attraction to Shakespearean text, Shakespeare's approach to writing (or underwriting) female characters, and how modern Shakespearean adjacent texts can compliment Shakespeare's original stories ...
Mar 11, 2025•17 min•Ep. 35
On today's episode we sit down with Alex Vidler, an freelance stage manager who has just come off a touring production of "Spot - Live on Stage" with CDP Kids. We'll be talking about Alex's experiences with theatre growing up, her transition into children's theatre, and what the stage management process looks like on a touring production. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 04, 2025•33 min•Ep. 34
On today's episode we sit down with Sarah & James Meyer, who are members in the cast of the Armidale Drama & Musical Society's upcoming production of "Clue" James is playing Colonel Mustard & Sarah is playing Mrs White, as so we'll be talking about the experience of finding the personalities behind these recognisable figures as well as their experience jumping into the Armidale theatre scene after moving from America. Clue , is running at the Armidale Playhouse from November 29th to ...
Nov 21, 2024•23 min•Ep. 33
On today's episode we sit down with Emily Waldron, a returning guest on Behind the Curtain and director for the Armidale Drama & Musical Society's upcoming production of "Clue" This is Emily's second time directing with ADMS & as so we'll be talking about the experience of directing with a fresh perspective and the different challenges of this production in comparison to her previous credit. Clue , is running at the Armidale Playhouse from November 29th to December 7th. Tickets are on sa...
Nov 14, 2024•20 min•Ep. 32
On today's episode we sit down with Edwin Montgomery, a composer and multi-instrumentalist who is currently on tour with his live original score to the 1922 silent film, Nosferatu . Edwin brings with him experience in composition for film, video games, and live experiences; both in similar original multi-instrumental film scores & larger projects such as the John Olsen tribute at the Sydney Opera House during the opening night for Vivid's 2023 season. We'll be discussing this previous experi...
Oct 15, 2024•14 min•Ep. 31
On today's episode Nick is not only the host but also a guest. Joined by Sophie Troon they'll be talking about the Armidale Radio Theatre Society's most recent production, Charley's Aunt . Directed by Nick with Sophie in the cast, Charley's Aunt was an experiment in capturing radio theatre with a live audience. They'll be talking about the rehearsal and performance experience as well as the impact of podcasting and audiences in radio theatre. Charley's Aunt was performed at the UNE Bistro on the...
Sep 24, 2024•13 min•Ep. 30
On today's episode we sit down with Anita Brown & Bruce Menzies, the director and musical director for the Armidale Drama & Musical Society's 2024 musical, Crazy for You . Anita & Bruce both bring with them a wealth of experience in community theatre and as so we'll be talking about the team behind the production, the musical and it's history, the particular challenges and strengths of this show, as well as the features of working with a Gershwin musical. Crazy for You , is running a...
Jun 28, 2024•19 min•Ep. 29
On today's episode we sit down with Joe Lennox & Jess Wright, the leads in the Armidale Drama & Musical Society's 2024 musical, Crazy for You . Joe & Jess are relative newcomers to ADMS, so we'll be talking about the production process from a fresh perspective. We'll also be talking about the show at large, their inspirations in building character, and how their experience outside the show influences their portrayal of these characters. Crazy for You , is running at the TAS Hoskins C...
Jun 25, 2024•21 min•Ep. 28
On today's episode we're continuing our conversation around Pride Month by talking with Jess Waters, a theatre student at UNE. We'll be talking about LGBTQIA+ representation in theatre & entertainment, the balance between masculine and feminine stories within the LGBTQIA+ genre, and pride in a high school environment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 14, 2024•19 min•Ep. 27
On today's episode we're celebrating Pride Month by talking with local drag queen Caliden Hunter, who goes by the stage name Luci Dream. We'll be talking about drag as an art form, Cal's experiences so far, and drags portrayal in theatre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 11, 2024•11 min•Ep. 26
On today's episode we sit down with Kees Grenyer, the musical director for the Armidale Secondary College's 2024 production of High School Musical . We'll be talking about the show, the impact it's had on the students, and the experience of putting together a musical in a high school environment. High School Musical , is running at the Armidale Secondary College from June 28th to July 6th. Tickets are on sale now, so for more details visit https://events.humanitix.com/asc . See omnystudio.com/li...
May 31, 2024•18 min•Ep. 25
On today's episode we sit down with Aaron Robuck & Montana Sharp, the leads in Soundwork Production's 2024 season of Parade . Parade has recently completed a run in Melbourne and will be playing in Sydney from the 9th May. We'll be talking about this change in scenery, the show itself, and performance in a capital city. Parade , is running at the Seymour Centre from May 9th to 25th. Tickets are on sale now, so for more details visit www.seymourcentre.com/event/parade/ . See omnystudio.com/li...
May 07, 2024•21 min•Ep. 24
On today's episode we sit down with Ron Ziv, a director in the 2024 season of Favourite Shorts, produced by High Country Theatre We'll be talking about the show, & Ron's experience being the youngest director in this years season. Favourite Shorts , is running at the Lodge Theatre from May 10th to 19th. Tickets are on sale now, so for more details visit Trybooking.com/CQOIH . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 03, 2024•8 min•Ep. 23
On today's episode we sit down with Gero Cutmore, Director for the Tamworth Musical Society's 2024 production of "We Will Rock You" We'll be talking about jukebox musicals, the challenges of working with well known music, & the unexpected world of this musical. We Will Rock You , directed by Gero Cutmore, is running at the Capitol Theatre Tamworth from May 3rd to 18th. Tickets are on sale now, so for more details visit entertainmentvenues.com.au/we-will-rock-you . See omnystudio.com/listener...
Apr 19, 2024•15 min•Ep. 22
On today's episode we sit down with Dr Richard Jordan, Senior Lecturer in Theatre and Performance at the University of New England & published playwright. We'll be taking a look through Dr Jordan's past works and his journey leading up to where he is today. Our conversations include discussions around producing your own scripts, the processes behind winning literary awards, and Dr Jordan's personal inspiration behind some of his scripts. Warning: This episode of Behind the Curtain contains d...
Mar 26, 2024•37 min•Ep. 21
On today's episode we sit down with Neil Horton, the current president of the Armidale Drama & Musical Society. We'll be talking about the society at large, the role of a president, the Armidale Playhouse's development over the past few years, 2023's program of events, and what audiences can expect in 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 14, 2024•28 min•Ep. 20
On today's episode we sit down with the team behind the Armidale Drama and Musical Society's (ADMS) upcoming production of "Brokenville". In particular we'll be talking with Cal Hunter, director for the show in his first directing credit with ADMS, and Felix Rhuby, a cast member for the show in his first acting credit with ADMS. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 21, 2023•11 min•Ep. 19
On today's episode we sit down with Matthew Whittingham, Graphic Designer for the Fingerless Theatre's upcoming show "The Government Inspector" We'll be talking about his experiences in the world of graphic design, the challenges of working in a remote team, and of course his creative process. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 17, 2023•13 min•Ep. 18
On today's episode we sit down with Alex Robson, lead creative behind Fingerless Theatre and director / writer / actor for their upcoming show "The Government Inspector" We'll be talking about the show, Alex's experiences in Sydney theatre, and the challenges of playing these multiple roles at once. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 14, 2023•17 min•Ep. 17
On today's episode we sit down with Gordon Cope, lead creative behind High Country Theatre and director / writer behind their upcoming show "The Pied Piper" We'll be talking about working with children, Gordon's thoughts on writing, and the significance behind High Country Theatre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 07, 2023•18 min•Ep. 16
On today's episode we talk about theatre in a slightly different sense as we sit down with David Stevenson-Relf (Cinema and Retail Manager for UNE Life) & Benjamin Bible (General Manager of Operations for UNE Life). We'll be talking about Belgrave Cinema's upcoming screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show as a part of their "Halloween @ Belgrave Cinema" event, with discussions around the content of the film, it's impact on the world around it and the experience of watching movies in a cine...
Oct 24, 2023•17 min•Ep. 15
On today's episode we sit down with Margaret Sims, co-producer for High Country Theatre's "Favourite Shorts". The team are currently on the lookout for new writers, but we also talk about the project itself, and how curious directors and actors can get involved. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 20, 2023•18 min•Ep. 14
On today's episode we sit down with Hadi Hussein, the Armidale Drama and Musical Society's (ADMS) 2023 Dennis Wright award winner and lead actor in the upcoming season of "Black Comedy". This is the first time Hadi has played the lead in an ADMS production, so we talk about the experience going from ensemble to lead, his experience in this show, and larger conversations about recognition in the arts world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Oct 17, 2023•18 min•Ep. 13
On today's episode we sit down with Kate Frazier, actor, co-producer and marketing manager for the Armidale Drama and Musical Society's (ADMS) upcoming season of "Black Comedy". We talk about what these different roles mean, what Kate has learnt through this experience and what audiences can expect from this show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 13, 2023•8 min•Ep. 12
On today's episode we sit down with Geneva Stocker, Armidale local and performer in the Armidale Drama and Musical Society's (ADMS) upcoming season of "Black Comedy". We talk about Geneva's thoughts on preparing for this role, the rehearsal process in musicals vs plays, and Geneva's past experiences. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 10, 2023•16 min•Ep. 11
