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Billy Elliot the Musical - Louise Withers (Lead Producer)

Billy Elliot the Musical is based on the (2002) film of the same name. The musical returns to Australia on a 10th anniversary tour, premiering at the Sydney Lyric Theatre. Meet Lead Producer Louise Withers, who has been part of five musical productions of Billy Elliot around the world, including the original Australian production. This is an incredible interview, Louise has such a wealth of knowledge on this musical, you’re going to love it.
BILLY ELLIOT Tickets: BillyElliotthemusical
Watch performances:
~ 'The Stars Look Down'
~ 'Shine'
~ 'Solidarity'
~ 'Express Yourself'
~ 'Angry'
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Justin Smith & Drew Livingston - Billy Elliot (Dad & Tony)

The 10th anniversary Australian tour of Billy Elliot the musical has opened at the Sydney Lyric Theatre and I was thrilled to speak to Justin Smith (Dad) and Drew Livingston (Tony). Justin Smith returns to the musical, having a special bond with the original Australian production and Drew Livingston makes his Lyric Theatre debut. This is an entertaining musical about an outstanding, breathtaking musical not to missed.
BILLY ELLIOT Tickets: BillyElliotthemusical
Watch performances:
~ 'The Stars Look Down'
~ 'Shine'
~ 'Solidarity'
~ 'Express Yourself'
~ 'Angry'
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Muriel’s Wedding The Musical - Natalie Abbott (Muriel) Stefanie Jones (Rhonda)

Muriel & Rhonda! Muriel's Wedding the Musical, is a new Australian musical produced by Global Creatures (Moulin Rouge, King Kong, Strictly Ballroom) and it is a smash hit! The musical is based on the 1994 movie of the same name, the book is written by PJ Hogan (who wrote/directed the movie), original lyrics and music (Kate Miller-Heidke,Keir Nuttall) and ABBA songs. I was thrilled to sit down and chat to Natalie Abbott (Muriel) and Stefanie Jones (Rhonda). These two ladies are stepping into the spotlight as lead performers and they are both simply stunning! In fact, Natalie makes her professional debut as Muriel and was nominated for her first Helpmann Award and this is Stefanie's first lead role in a musical. This is a great interview, sharing stories behind the musical and Sydney filming locations from the original movie.
Tickets: https://murielsweddingthemusical.com/
Watch performances:
~ 'Sydney'
~ 'Here Comes The Bride'
~ Sydney Opening night bows Sydney Lyric Theatre
~ Sydney bows for Actors Benevolent Fund (Dave Eastgate)
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Stefanie Jones
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Bonnie Lythgoe - Director (Jack and the Beanstalk 3D pantomime)

Bonnie Lythgoe is a Dancer, Choreographer, Director and Producer on Broadway, West End, Australia and in television. She is one of the loveliest ladies in the industry. In this podcast, you’ll learn more about pantomime- its history and what to expect when sitting in the audience, as we talk about her directing and producing her 6^thpantomine; Jack and the Beanstalk in 3D. You will also find out more about Bonnie’s career with Gene Kelly and Sydney Poitier, her favourite musicals and very exciting future projects revealed exclusively in this conversation.
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK Tickets: Ozpanto
Watch performances:
~ 'Follow Your Heart' (Lucy Durack)
~ 'I'm Coming After You' (Luke Joslin)
~ 'Don't disturb the Giant' sketch (Jimmy Rees, Richard Reid, Peter Rowsthorn)
~ Podcast trailer
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School of Rock - Brent Hill (Dewey) Amy Lehpamer (Rosalie)

School of Rock the musical is currently in the middle of a huge Australian and international tour. It made its Australian premier in Melbourne, toured China and is currently playing in Brisbane, with Auckland and Sydney next. I sat down with the two stars, Brent Hill (Dewey Finn) and Amy Lehpamer (Principal Rosalie Mullins) during a brief media stopover in Sydney. This is a great interview. It was recorded just before the Helpmann Awards. Brent was nominated for ‘Best Male Actor in a Musical’, for playing Dewey Finn, in which he would be awarded his first Helpmann award. Amy won her first helpmann award last year and we discuss all this, touring life, the kids in the musical playing their own instruments onstage and so much more! My guests: Brent Hill (Little Shop of Horrors, Vivid White, Rock of Ages) and Amy Lehpamer (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Sound of Music, Rock of Ages).
SCHOOL OF ROCK Tickets: https://schoolofrockthemusical.com/
Watch performances:
~ 'Stick It To The Man'
~ 'Alma Mater'
~ 'Teacher's Pet'
~ Filmed podcast with Amy Lehpamer and Brent Hill
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Sydney Cabaret Competition 2019 Grand Finalists

All Grand Finalists. In a previous episode, Chris Archer (Show Queen, Archery Productions) revealed his plan to re-launch 'The Sydney Cabaret Competition'. Trevor Ashley (Diamonds Are For Trevor, Les Miserablès) phoned in revealing his plan to create the first 'Sydney Cabaret Festival'. This year, both projects have come to fruition! In this episode meet the twelve finalists who will compete in the '2019 Sydney Cabaret Competition' Grand Final, held within the program of the 'Sydney Cabaret Festival'.
(Heat 1) Irene Nicola, Nyssa Milligan, Katelin Koprivec
(Heat 2) Sarah Murr, Naomi Livingston, Rachael Gillfeather
(Heat 3) Clare Ellen O'Connor, Billie Palin and Ali Calder* (not in pod)
Ticket & more: Archery Productions
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Irene Nicola
Nyssa Milligan
Katelin Koprivec
Sarah Murr
Naomi Livingston
Rachael Gillfeather
Clare Ellen O'Connor
Billie Palin
Ali Calder
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Sydney Cabaret Competition w3 - Clare Ellen O'Connor, Billie Palin, Ali Calder

Part 3 of 3. The 2019 Sydney Cabaret Competition was held and can reveal week 3 finalists are: Clare Ellen O'Connor, Billie Palin, Ali Calder. I spoke to Clare and Billie about their performances and excitement of making it to the grand final.
Tickets: The Sydney Cabaret Competition
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Sydney Cabaret Competition w2 - Sarah Murr, Naomi Livingston, Rachel Gilfeather

Part 2 of 3. The first week of the 2019 Sydney Cabaret Competition was held and I was thrilled to speak to the week 2 finalists: Sarah Murr, Naomi Livingston, Rachel Gilfeather about their performances and excitement of making it to the grand final.
Tickets: The Sydney Cabaret Competition
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Sydney Cabaret Competition, w1 - Irene Nicola, Nyssa Mulligan, Katelin Koprivec

Part 1 of 3. The first week of the 2019 Sydney Cabaret Competition was held and I was thrilled to speak to the week 1 finalists: Irene Nicola, Nyssa Mulligan, Katelin Koprivec about their performances and excitement of making it to the grand final.
Tickets: The Sydney Cabaret Competition
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Debora Krizak

Debora Krizak is one of Australia's most versatile and dynamic musical theatre performers. She is a singer, actress, dancer, voice-over artist and a published author. Her breakout role as Sheila (A Chorus Line) and playing both Nickie and Ursula (Sweet Charity), earned her two Helpmann Award nominations, a Sydney Theatre Award & nomination. This is a great interview for anyone who wants to learn more about the craft, juggling motherhood (IVF), in fact there are so many surprises in this entertaining interview, so much you didn’t know about Debora Krizak.
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Stephen Mahy - Saturday Night Fever (Frank Jr)

Stephen Mahy stars as Frank Jnr in Saturday Night Fever the musical which is playing exclusively at the Sydney Lyric Theatre, produced by John Frost [Gordon Frost Organisation]. In a previous episode with cast members Natalie Conway and Nana Matapule Stephen's voice is heard when we discussed theatre superstitions. The musical is based on the 1977 film that starred John Travolta. Hear more about this new re-imagined production with the iconic songs of the Bee Gees and for the first time features a new song by Marcia Hines, as well as the two characters Stephen plays.
Tickets: Saturdaynightfevermusical.com.au
Watch performances:
~ Saturday Night Fever "You" by Marcia Hines
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Natalie Conway (star vocalist) - Saturday Night Fever, Afterparty

In a previous episode with the cast of Saturday Night Fever the musical, we hear Natalie Conway is making her professional musical theatre debut as Star Vocalist, on the Sydney Lyric Stage. At the opening night after party, I have a quick chat to Natalie to hear more about her journey to the stage and share her excitement.
Watch performances:
~ Saturday Night Fever "You" by Marcia Hines
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Saturday Night Fever - Natalie Conway, Nana Matapule (star vocalists)

Saturday Night Fever the musical is playing exclusively at the Sydney Lyric Theatre, produced by John Frost [GFO]. The musical is based on the film that starred John Travolta and this is a re-imagined production, Musical Director David Skelton has arranged the Bee Gees songs made famous from the movie, into 4 part-harmonies. This is a delightful interview with Natalie Conway and Nana Matapule, two of the four 'Star Vocalists' who sing the songs.
Tickets: Saturdaynightfevermusical.com.au
Watch performances:
~ Saturday Night Fever "You" by Marcia Hines
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Season 2 (a new year)

A new year, new podcasts and new guests - let's call this Season 2 (but the episode numbers will stay in order). Listen to what's new and what to expect for 2019. A huge thank you to all the Guests who have given their time to be interviewed and to you, the listeners for your support. Your messages are so wonderful to receive. As always - Thanks for listening, please like, share and tell your friends, but most importantly... go and see a show!

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Christina Bianco (plus ”Hark the Herald Angels Sing” sung as Divas you know)

Christina Bianco is an actor, singer, impressionist and a two-time New York Drama desk award nominee. Christina is known as the woman with 1000 voices. In 2013, she became an overnight Youtube star, singing “Total Eclipse of the Heart”, in different Diva voices. We talk about her international career in Theatre, Cabarets, Musicals and Telelvision. And just for you at Christmas, Christina sings “Hark the Herald Angels Sing”, as Divas you know!
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