Jamie Lloyd’s exquisite new leading man on the honour of “pushing the boundaries” as Juan Perón in this fresh telling of Evita at the world-famous London Palladium, learning from the genius of Jamie’s direction – something he says is “a dream come true” – and its relevance to a 2025 audience.
We also dive into blending onstage live performance with camera work to make the perfect musical experience, his love of the “perfect narrator” in Diego Andres Rodriguez and how he’s fighting the online love and exposure of a certain viral balcony moment to keep distance for his character on stage – however challenging it’s been!
Plus, why Rachel Zegler’s performance as Eva Perón is “one of the finest castings of all time” – and why he is “so in awe of the force of nature” that she is. And why he won’t hear a bad word said about his teeny weeny black tie.
Host: William J Connolly
Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell
evitathemusical.com
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S11 Ep3: Teddy Kempner
The stage giant on returning to the Old Vic stage with Girl From The North Country, the life-changing impact of making his Broadway debut at such a young age and being a student to directors like Conor McPherson and Stephen Daldry.
Plus, we revisit his legendary performance on Hey, Mr. Producer! with Ellen Greene, joyful memories of his late friend and Kiss Me, Kate co-star Marin Mazzie and how Company changed his life, forever.
Host: William J Connolly
Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell
oldvictheatre.com
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S11 Ep2: Georgina Onuorah
London's finest leading star on her "insane" time playing Lulu in the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre production of Shucked, leaning into the vocal marathon of singing Independently Owned each night and why life in the world of a musical comedy feels just right.
Plus, we dive into her shining roles in The Wizard of Oz, Kiss Me Kate, Little Shop of Horrors and Oklahoma!, how leaning into stronger character-led roles allow her to push out any personal self-doubt, and why she knows there isn’t a Georgina Onuorah performance without sharing the gift of that unmatched voice.
Host: William J Connolly
Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell
openairtheatre.com
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S11 Ep1: Ben Jackson Walker
Broadway’s original Romeo on life back as one of the most infamous boyfriends in history, embracing the chaos of this unexpected chapter as he performs in the UK for the first time and the remarkable connection this story has with audiences across the globe in 2025.
Plus, we dive into jamming with the likes of Max Martin and Ariana Grande, the power of being present in every moment possible and why being a douche is a whole lot of fun. Is… he the drama?
Host: William J Connolly
Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell
andjulietthemusical.co.uk
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S10 Ep11: Nick Adams
The beloved Broadway star on the extraordinary journey of Drag: The Musical, creating a space where drag is accessible for all and learning to say goodbye to a cast of fierce co-stars.
Plus, we dive into understanding his own personal relationship with femininity and how that has changed as he career progresses, having Liza Minnelli as his boss and the unfiltered joy of his new live cast album alongside Alaska – and many other fabulous queens!
Host: William J Connolly
Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell
dragthemusical.com
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The official theatre podcast that brings the biggest stars and creatives together in one place to discuss life in the arts.
Hosted by William J Connolly
elevenpodcast.com
@elevenPodcast
UK