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In The Frame: Theatre Interviews from West End Frame

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Interviews with theatre's biggest stars! West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, sits down with West End performers and creatives for candid, in-depth discussions about their careers and latest projects.

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S10 Ep5: Wendi Peters, Florence Foster Jenkins in Glorious!

Wendi Peters is starring as Florence Foster Jenkins in the revival of Glorious! at the Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester. Glorious! was nominated for Best New Comedy at the 2006 Olivier Awards and tells the true story of American socialite Florence Foster Jenkins, dubbed ‘the worst singer in the world’, who was known for her flamboyant costumes, enigmatic performances and decidedly off-key voice. The revival is directed by Kirk Jameson. Wendi is an icon of stage and screen. Most recently she playe...

Mar 10, 202531 minSeason 10Ep. 5

S10 Ep4: Kristina Walz, standby Celine/Rose/Molly in Titaníque

Kristina Walz is an offstage understudy in the original West End cast of Titaníque . Kristina is from the US and was previously in the off-Broadway production of Titaníque . More recently she relocated to London and joined the West End production. Kristina is the first cover for Celine and also covers Rose and Molly Brown. Some of Kristina's other theatre credits include: Regina Kuntz in Rock of Ages (10th Anniversary US Tour), Mary Delgado in Jersey Boys (White Plains), Katherine Plumber in New...

Mar 07, 202557 minSeason 10Ep. 4

S10 Ep3: Dan Partridge, Charlie Price in Kinky Boots

Dan Partridge is starring as Charlie Price in the new touring production of Kinky Boots. Written by Cyndi Lauper and Harvey Fierstein, Kinky Boots opened on Broadway in 2013 before transferring to London in 2015. This new production is directed by Curve’s Artistic Director Nikolai Foster with choreography by Leah Hill and set and costume design by Robert Jones. Dan's theatre credits include: Pepper in Mamma Mia! (West End), Link in Hairspray (UK Tour), Rum Tum Tugger in Cats (Europe & South ...

Feb 28, 202534 minSeason 10Ep. 3

S10 Ep2: Lauren Jones, Kim in Scissorhandz

Lauren Jones is starring as Kim in the UK premiere of Scissorhandz . Produced by Bradley Bredeweg, Kelley Parker and Brian Pendleton, along with co-producers Lance Bass and Michelle Visage, Scissorhandz is a reinvention of Tim Burton’s Edward Scissorhands. The pop-musical parody features songs by Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Alanis Morissette and more. In addition to playing Kim, Lauren also understudies the title role. After graduating from ArtsEd, Lauren appeared in the world premiere of The Magic...

Feb 21, 202545 minSeason 10Ep. 2

S10 Ep1: Josh St. Clair, Sam in Ghost The Musical

We're back... and Josh St. Clair is In The Frame! Josh is starring as Sam Wheat in the UK tour of Ghost The Musical. Josh played Pabbie and covered Hanz in the original West End cast of Frozen (Theatre Royal Drury Lane). He created the role of Gino Bartali in the world premiere of Glory Ride (Charing Cross Theatre), and also played Hero in the revival of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (Théâtre du Lido, Paris) and Freddie in My Fair Lady (Frinton Summer Theatre). Josh's other thea...

Feb 14, 20251 hr 3 minSeason 10Ep. 1

S9 Ep65: Vasco Emauz, Marty McFly in Back To The Future

It's the final episode of the series and Vasco Emauz is In The Frame! Vasco recently took over as Marty McFly in the West End production of Back To The Future . Having opened in London in 2021, Back To The Future has a book by Bob Gale and new music and lyrics by Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard, alongside additional songs from the film including 'The Power of Love' and 'Johnny B. Goode'. Vasco graduated from the Institute of Barcelona last year and has moved to London to make both his West End a...

Dec 27, 202433 minSeason 9Ep. 65

S9 Ep64: Glenn Adamson, Strat in Bat Out Of Hell

Glenn Adamson is reprising his performance as Strat in Bat Out Of Hell for its 2025 UK tour. Glenn previously played Strat on tour across the UK, US and Australia in addition to a West End run at the Peacock Theatre. Bat Out of Hell has book, music and lyrics by Jim Steinman, direction by Jay Scheib, with musical supervision and additional arrangements by Michael Reed. Glenn's other theatre credits include: Dave in Closer To Heaven (Turbine Theatre), Rick in Bat Boy In Concert (London Palladium)...

Dec 20, 202452 minSeason 9Ep. 64

S9 Ep63: Finn Ross, video designer of Back To The Future, Mean Girls, Tammy Faye, BOOP! & more!

Olivier and Tony winning video designer Finn Ross is In The Frame! Finn has won two Olivier Awards, a Tony Award, three Drama Desk Awards and four WhatsOnStage Awards. Some of Finn's productions include My Neighbour Totoro (RSC), Back to the Future (West End/Broadway), Frozen (International), Les Misérables (International), Mean Girls (Broadway/West End), Harry Potter & The Cursed Child (West End/Broadway), The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (Broadway/West End/Tour), Jagged Li...

Dec 19, 202452 minSeason 9Ep. 63

S9 Ep62: Tobias Turley, winner of Mamma Mia! I Have A Dream

Tobias Turley is In The Frame! Last year Tobias won ITV's reality show Mamma Mia! I Have A Dream alongside Stevie Doc and went on to star as Sky in the West End production of Mamma Mia! (Novello Theatre). He recently completed his run as Sky and is busy performing in lots of concerts alongside co-hosting Scene Stealers Podcast with Henry Calvert. Tobias trained at Guildford School of Acting. His other theatre credits include Kurt Kelly and understudy JD in Heathers The Musical (The Other Palace)...

Dec 13, 202446 minSeason 9Ep. 62

S9 Ep61: Oliver Edward, Francois in And Juliet Germany

Oliver Edward is starring as Francois Du Bois in the German premiere of And Juliet (aka & Julia ). The production recently premiered at Operettenhaus in Hamburg, marking the first time Max Martin and David West Read's show has been translated. Oliver trained at ArtsEd and went on to perform in the UK revival of South Pacific at Chichester Festival Theatre. He originated the roles of John Laurens and Philip Hamilton in the German production of Hamilton , whilst also understudying the title ro...

Dec 12, 20241 hr 4 minSeason 9Ep. 61

S9 Ep60: Izi Maxwell, Sophie in Mamma Mia!

Izi Maxwell recently took over as Sophie in the West End production of Mamma Mia! The show marks both Izi's official West End and leading lady debut. Mamma Mia! celebrated its 25th birthday in April, making it only the third musical to reach 25 in the history of the West End. It is now the third longest running West End musical of all-time. Having trained at Emil Dale Academy and Mountview, Izi made her professional debut in Six The Musical 's UK and International tour. Izi was the alternate Bol...

Dec 06, 202439 minSeason 9Ep. 60

S9 Ep59: Courtney Bowman, Lauren in Kinky Boots

Courtney Bowman is back In The Frame! Courtney is about to play Lauren in the UK & Ireland tour of Kinky Boots , reprising her performance from the 2022 concert production at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Earlier this year Courtney played Shell in the London revival of Closer To Heaven (Turbine Theatre). In 2022 Courtney received huge acclaim for her performance as Elle Woods in the London revival of Legally Blonde (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre). Her theatre credits also include: Cool Ride...

Dec 05, 20241 hrSeason 9Ep. 59

S9 Ep58: Georgie Buckland, Andy in The Devil Wears Prada

Georgie Buckland is starring as Andy in The Devil Wears Prada. Following its recent run in Plymouth, The Devil Wears Prada has opened in the West End at the Dominion Theatre. Based on the 2006 film and bestselling novel, The Devil Wears Prada has an original score by Elton John, lyrics by Shaina Taub and book by Kate Wetherhead. The show is directed and choreographed by Jerry Mitchell. The Devil Wears Prada marks Georgie's first leading role and her West End debut! Having trained at the Royal Co...

Nov 29, 202442 minSeason 9Ep. 58

S9 Ep57: Forbes Masson, Caliban in Jamie Lloyd's The Tempest

Forbes Masson is playing Caliban in Jamie Lloyd's production of The Tempest. The show is the first of two Shakespeare plays presented by The Jamie Lloyd Company at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, marking the first Shakespeare plays at the venue since Peter Brook’s production of The Tempest starring John Gielgud in 1957. Forbes has worked with Jamie previously, performing in his productions of Macbeth, Richard III and The Ruling Class at Trafalgar Studios and Dr Faustus at the Duke of York’s. Forbes' o...

Nov 28, 202431 minSeason 9Ep. 57

S9 Ep56: Phebe Edwards, Katherine Jackson in MJ

Phebe Edwards is currently playing Katherine Jackson in the original London cast of MJ . The show marks Phebe's West End debut and a new chapter of her career. Phebe has worked extensively in the music world as a backing singer. After touring with Shayne Ward, Phebe went on to perform with Rod Stewart, Will Young, Beverley Knight, Bryan Ferry, Kylie Minogue, James Brown, Basement Jaxx, Glitterbox and David Guetta. Phebe has recorded with Diana Ross (Troy Miller), Gregory Porter, Stormzy (Fraser ...

Nov 22, 20241 hrSeason 9Ep. 56

S9 Ep55: Caitlin Tipping, Jane Seymour in Six

Caitlin Tipping is playing Jane Seymour in the West End production of Six . This is Caitlin's third run in Six ; back in 2019 she played Jane in the original Bliss cruise production and in 2021 she reprised her performance in the musical’s UK tour. Caitlin played Cathy in The Last Five Years at the 2018 Edinburgh Fringe Festival and toured Europe in The Best of Musical Starnights . She recently completed a two year run in the West End production of Frozen as part of the ensemble whilst covering ...

Nov 15, 202443 minSeason 9Ep. 55

S9 Ep54: Rose Galbraith, Young Viv in Spend Spend Spend

Rose Galbraith is playing Young Viv in the UK revival of Spend Spend Spend by Steve Brown and Justin Greene. Directed by Josh Seymour, the musical comedy is being staged at the Royal Exchange in Manchester this Christmas. Rachel Leskovac, who was nominated for an Olivier Award for her portrayal of Young Viv in the original London production, is returning to the show to play the older version of Viv. Earlier this year Rose played Cecile in the London premiere of Cruel Intentions at The Other Pala...

Nov 14, 202431 minSeason 9Ep. 54

S9 Ep53: John Dagleish & Clare Foster, Benjamin & Elowen in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

John Dagleish and Clare Foster are In The Frame! John is playing Benjamin Button and Clare is playing Elowen Keene in the West End production of The Curious Case of Benjamin Button. After winning Best Musical Theatre Production at the 2024 Off West End Awards for its run at the Southwark Playhouse – with a different cast – the show has transferred for a run at the Ambassadors Theatre. John won an Olivier Award for his performance as Ray Davies in The Kinks musical Sunny Afternoon (Hampstead Thea...

Nov 08, 202430 minSeason 9Ep. 53

S9 Ep52: Nikita Johal, Younger Gemma in Now That's What I Call A Musical

Nikita Johal is playing Younger Gemma in the premiere of Now That's What I Call A Musical. The show is currently embarking on a tour across the UK and Ireland. Written by Pippa Evans and directed and choreographed by Craig Revel Horwood, Now That's What I Call A Musical features hits by Blondie, Tears For Fears, Spandau Ballet, Eurythmics and more. Most recently Nikita played Mandy and understudied Malika & Gold in Frankie Goes To Bollywood (UK Tour / Southbank Centre) Her theatre credits al...

Nov 07, 202445 minSeason 9Ep. 52

S9 Ep51: Hiba Elchikhe, Neeta in Here And Now: The Steps Musical

Hiba Elchikhe is starring as Neeta in the world premiere of Here And Now: The Steps Musical . Featuring the music of Steps, Here And Now has an original book by Shaun Kitchener and is directed by Rachel Kavanaugh, with choreography by Matt Cole. This show runs in Birmingham at the Alexandra Theatre this month. After covering Molly Ghost The Musical 's Asia Tour, Hiba starred as Princess Jasmine in the Australian production of Disney’s Aladdin . She went on to perform in Antony and Cleopatra (Nat...

Nov 01, 202435 minSeason 9Ep. 51

S9 Ep50: Scott Alan, musical theatre songwriter

Scott Alan is In The Frame! Scott is an internationally acclaimed songwriter who has worked with some of the biggest stars of theatre on both sides of the pond. On Sunday 10th November, Scott is returning to London for a very special concert produced by Fourth Wall Live, celebrating his 2007 debut album Dreaming Wide Awake. The album features some iconic songs such as "I’m A Star", "Home" and "Kiss The Air". The concert will feature performances from Bradley Riches, Amber Davies, Claudia Kariuki...

Oct 25, 202442 minSeason 9Ep. 50

S9 Ep49: Jordan Frazier, star of Hamilton, I'm Every Woman & You Are Here

Jordan Frazier is In The Frame! Jordan recently completed her run as Angelica in the West End production of Hamilton . After growing up in the US, Jordan spent several years performing on multiple highly acclaimed cruise ships. After moving to London, Jordan was cast as Zahara in the international tour of Bat Out Of Hell. Despite completing rehearsals, sadly the production didn't open due to the Covid-19 theatre shutdown. Jordan starred alongside Wendi Peters as Ruby in You Are Here at the South...

Oct 17, 20241 hr 3 minSeason 9Ep. 49

S9 Ep48: Elena Skye, Janis in Mean Girls

Elena Skye is playing Janis in the West End production of Mean Girls. Having premiered on Broadway in 2018, Mean Girls opened in London earlier this year. Tina Fey adapted the show from her 2004 film, collaborating with Jeff Richmond who composed the music and Nell Benjamin who wrote the lyrics. The show is directed and choreographed by Casey Nicholaw. Elena made her professional debut as Lauren in the West End production of Kinky Boots (Adelphi Theatre) and went on to play Éponine in the West E...

Oct 10, 202443 minSeason 9Ep. 48

S9 Ep47: Tiffany Graves, Mrs Wormwood in Matilda

Tiffany Graves recently took over as Mrs Wormwood in the West End production of Matilda The Musical. Having premiered in Stratford-upon-Avon in 2010, the Royal Shakespeare Company’s musical has been seen by 11 million people across 100 cities worldwide. Written by Dennis Kelly, Matilda has music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and direction by Matthew Warchus. Tiffany's London and West End credits include: Roald Dahl’s The Witches , A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum and NT: 50 Years on St...

Oct 04, 202439 minSeason 9Ep. 47

S9 Ep46: Lejaun Sheppard, star of 42 Balloons, Come From Away & Once On This Island

Lejaun Sheppard is In The Frame! Most recently, Lejaun played Ron in the premiere of 42 Balloons at The Lowry. He appeared in Nick Bagnall's production of Hansel & Gretel at Shakespeare's Globe and starred as Papa Ge in the London revival of Once On This Island at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. Lejaun's other theatre credits include Bob in Come From Away (Phoenix Theatre), John in Little Women (Park Theatre), understudy Richard & Raymond in Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Aldwych The...

Sep 26, 202450 minSeason 9Ep. 46

S9 Ep45: Daniel Bravo, Aaron Samuels in Mean Girls

Daniel Bravo is playing Aaron Samuels in the West End production of Mean Girls. Having premiered on Broadway in 2018, Mean Girls opened in London earlier this year. Tina Fey adapted the show from her 2004 film, collaborating with Jeff Richmond who composed the music and Nell Benjamin who wrote the lyrics. The show is directed and choreographed by Casey Nicholaw. Earlier this year Daniel starred as Sebastian Valmont in the London premiere of Cruel Intentions at The Other Palace. His other theatre...

Sep 19, 202442 minSeason 9Ep. 45

S9 Ep44: Michael Ahomka-Lindsay, star of Newsies, Cabaret, Reverberation, Legally Blonde & Choir Boy

Michael Ahomka-Lindsay is back In The Frame! After leaving medical school to pursue a career as an actor, Michael trained at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. He made his professional debut as Benny in Luke Sheppard’s production of Rent at the Hope Mill Theatre and then toured as Maugrim in The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. Michael last featured on the podcast after starring as Emmett in Lucy Moss’ revival of Legally Blonde at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre. After performing in To The Str...

Sep 12, 202457 minSeason 9Ep. 44

S9 Ep43: Aimée Fisher, star of Waitress, Wicked, Groundhog Day & Les Misérables

Aimée Fisher is In The Frame! After graduating from ArtsEd, Aimée made her professional debut as cover Fantine in the West End production of Les Misérables (Sondheim Theatre). She went on to understudy Elphaba in Wicked (Apollo Victoria Theatre), Jenna/Dawn in Waitress (UK & Ireland Tour) and Jovie in Elf (Dominion Theatre). Aimée also played Joelle and understudied Rita in the London revival of Groundhog Day (Old Vic). In this episode, Aimée discusses her path into the industry, understudyi...

Sep 11, 202456 minSeason 9Ep. 43

S9 Ep42: Sharon Sexton, alternate Janis Joplin in A Night With Janis Joplin

Sharon Sexton is back in the frame! Sharon is currently starring as the alternate Janis in A Night With Janis Joplin. Following a run on Broadway and various tours, the show is making its West End premiere at the Peacock Theatre. Sharon is celebrated for her iconic performance as Sloane in Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf’s musical Bat Out Of Hell. Sharon originated the role during its original runs at the Manchester Opera House, London Coliseum and Dominion Theatres. Sharon later reprised her perform...

Sep 05, 202431 minSeason 9Ep. 42

S9 Ep41: Gerardine Sacdalan, Juliet in And Juliet

Gerardine Sacdalan is starring as Juliet in And Juliet . Following its triumphant West End run and ongoing Broadway engagement, And Juliet is touring the UK and Ireland for the first time. And Juliet flips the script on the greatest love story and asks, what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of iconic pop anthems by Max Martin. The show features hits such as “…Baby One More Time,” “Roar,” “Since U Been Gone,” “It’s My L...

Aug 29, 202432 minSeason 9Ep. 41
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