This podcast series finds Mark Curry in conversation with a range of guests with a view to asking the main questions - How did you do it? What’s it really like?...
Olivier Award nominee, Sophie-Louise Dann describes playing the iconic Madame Morrible, for the past 3 years, in the London production of, “Wicked”.Sophie-Louise Dann landed the role of Madame Morrible in 2022 and has played this monstrous but captivating character in the London production of, “Wicked”, for 3 years. With one month to go before she takes her final bow, Sophie-Louise talks about how she’s kept up her enthusiasm and dedication and describes her journey from audition to her final few performances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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THRILLING AND CHILLING SINCE 1952! With Denise Silvey
The Mousetrap, written by Agatha Christie, opened in Nottingham in 1952 before transferring to the West End. Apart from a break during the Covid 19 pandemic, the play has been thrilling audiences nine times a week- in London and on tour-for over 70 years. The Artistic Director is Denise Silvey, and she discusses why The Mousetrap has lasted and takes Mark backstage at St Martins Theatre. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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COME ON, LADIES - WE’RE LIVE IN FIVE! with Ruth Langsford
COME ON, LADIES - WE’RE LIVE IN FIVE! Behind the scenes of “Loose Women”, with Ruth Langsford.The award winning ITV daytime show, “Loose Women”, broadcasts live, Monday to Friday and Ruth Langsford is one of the regular presenters. Ruth explains how the show works, describes her preparation and gives her thoughts on why this programme is still such a hit after 25 years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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AMERICA CALLING! with James Gray. How a West End performer followed his desire to live and work in the USA.
British musical theatre performer James Gray enjoyed success in the UK, both on tour and in the West End but always had an inner desire to live and work in America AND ….he made it happen! James describes following his dreams, the challenges he faced, the contrast between West End and Broadway and how he’s gone from performing to becoming a creative, working alongside Susan Stroman, Hal Prince and Mel Brooks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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NO TROUBLE AT T’MILL! With Sally Hughes
How an 18th century flour mill became a theatre!The owner of The Mill at Sonning in Berkshire, Sally Hughes, talks about how this former flour mill, on the banks of the river, became the UK’s most famous dinner theatre. What does it take to run such a venue? How did it survive lockdown? Who is the very famous next-door neighbour and what does the future hold? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This podcast series finds Mark Curry in conversation with a range of guests with a view to asking the main questions - How did you do it? What’s it really like? What’s it like to play a leading role in a West End musical? What’s it like to represent the UK at The Eurovision Song Contest? What’s it like being on Strictly Come Dancing? What’s does it feel like to become famous? In each episode, Mark delves into the detail. The process. The discipline required. The challenges and the rewards. These unique, peering under the bonnet conversations give honest authentic insights to the questions we’d all love to ask our fantasy dinner party guests. Actor and presenter, Mark Curry, has created a new Podcast series called, “Backstage Curry”. Episodes feature, “behind the scenes”, chat with performers, broadcasters and creatives. The series is raising funds for, “Acting For Others”, by providing listeners with an opportunity to donate via the charity’s website or donations link. Mark, who has just completed a 16 month run in the musical, “Wicked”, in London, says, “I am fascinated about how other performers prepare for shows and how shows or events are put together. I’m hoping listeners will be interested too and, after listening, will be inspired to donate to, “Acting For Others”, thereby supporting any industry professionals currently facing financial or emotional challenges”. So far, “Backstage Curry”, includes conversations with the current, “Wicked”, leading lady, Alexia Khadime, West End and Dr Who star, Bonnie Langford. Plus, Debbie McGee talking about her, “Strictly”, experience and singer, Sonia, reminiscing about Eurovision and losing by an agonising one point! The Podcast is available to listen wherever you download your podcasts and is produced by Andy Barker. If you'd like to support my charity of choice, Acting for Others, who support all those working in theatrical professions, please follow the link below.https://actingforothers.co.uk/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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