The American actor on leaning into the crazy to make his London stage debut this May in Stephen Sondheim's The Frogs at the Southwark Playhouse (including the promise of him in a toga), feeling comfortable in the world of comedy and his ultimate respect for theatrical performers.
Plus, we talk the thrill of sound-checking with unmatched live vocalists like Nicole Scherzinger, embracing challenging the perceptions others have of you after his time on Glee and an excessive amount of questions about his appearance in the iconic piece of culture perfection that was Bratz: The Movie. Gag.
Host: William J Connolly
Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell
southwarkplayhouse.co.uk
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S10 Ep7: Lauren Drew
The critically acclaimed West End leading lady on the “unhinged and hilarious” joy of playing Celine Dion in brand new London stage hit Titanique, the welcomed responsibility of belting out the hits nightly and why her love and respect for Celine Dion is nonpareil.
Plus we talk icebergs, the unwavering love of her family and why her recent Olivier nomination for this very role is dedicated to one very important person – little Lauren.
Think you know what really happened on the the Ship of Dreams? Think twice...
Host: William J Connolly
Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell
london.titaniquemusical.com
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S10 Ep6: Amy Di Bartolomeo
The Olivier nominee and London stage star on bringing in a new chapter for her signature The Devil Wears Prada character Emily as the now musical moves from screen to stage, leaning into total trust with her genius director Jerry Mitchell and workshopping vocal options with her new music boss, the legendary Sir Elton John.
We also talk comedy, fashion, belting and, of course, her recent Olivier nomination for originating this role. Plus we dive into why this level of public recognition from the industry she loves dearly is a win in her strive to believe in herself more – fully.
You want to know how to survive at Runway? Here's the lady with all the answers...
Host: William J Connolly
Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell
devilwearspradamusical.com
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S10 Ep5: Karis Anderson
The breakout titular star on honouring icon Tina Turner as she brings her remarkable story to life on stage in TINA, The Tina Turner Musical as the show enters its seventh year, feeling the spirt of the late star and how playing this role has helped bring strength and healing into her personal life – calling it 'the biggest healer".
Plus, we talk belting out signature songs, why it's all about the voice and the legs with the Queen of Rock and Queen of Rock 'n' Roll and why everything she does is for the loyal Tina fans that keep her memory living on.
Simply the best? This superstar leading lady certain is all that – and more!
Host: William J Connolly
Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell
tinathemusical.com
Welcome to eleven. The official theatre podcast that brings the biggest stars and creatives together in one place to discuss life in the arts. Follow eleven on social media via @elevenpodcast and via elevenpodcast.com.
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S10 Ep4: Georgina Castle
London's original Regina George on leaning into the mean as she brings the beloved queen to life in Mean Girls: The Musical, why looks could kill when you're the head of North Shore High and why being the Apex Predator is actually a whole lot of fun.
Plus what it's like taking comedy notes from a legend like writer Tina Fey, “taking it up” when performing World Burn for director Casey Nicholaw (“F**k yeah, you go girl”) and why the real love story of Mean Girls is.... Regina and Janis?
#FuglyCow4Eva
Host: William J Connolly
Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell
london.meangirlsmusical.com
Welcome to eleven. The official theatre podcast that brings the biggest stars and creatives together in one place to discuss life in the arts. Follow eleven on social media via @elevenpodcast and via elevenpodcast.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