Inside The West End Podcast

This is our second episode with the award winning comedian and 'Matilda' composer Tim Minchin. In this episode Tim discusses his life and his views on the industry in general. To hear our first conversation with Tim, check out 'Episode 1' of our podcast series where Tim gives an exclusive interview about his new musical 'Groundhog Day'. Follow us @InsideWestEnd on Twitter and on Facebook. For more information, please visit: www.insidethewestend.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we speak to the veteran West End performer Philip Griffiths. Philip was recently awarded The Guinness World Record for 'The longest time spent in the same production (West End)' after 25 years and 185 days in 'The Phantom of The Opera' in London. He is still currently appearing in Phantom as the Auctioneer and Monsieur Reyer, so we sat down with him backstage at Her Majesty's Theatre to hear about his life, his career and how he has managed to achieve such an impressive record. Follow us @InsideWestEnd on Twitter and on Facebook. For more information, please visit: www.insidethewestend.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we speak to one of the most prominent casting directors in the UK, Debbie O'Brien. Debbie specialises in theatre casting for the West End, UK and international tours and regional productions. She answers many of the questions that performers would love to put to the people who sit on the opposite side of the table in auditions. Debbie gives a frank and fascinating insight into the world of casting. Get your notepad out, this conversation is littered with incredible advice. Follow us @InsideWestEnd on Twitter and on Facebook. For more information, please visit: www.insidethewestend.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we speak with Motown cast member Eddie Elliott. Eddie discusses the challenges he faced in his upbringing, training and career while dealing with mental health issues. It's a truly inspiring and fascinating success story. Listeners may find the content of this conversation upsetting. If you are affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode, then please visit www.samaritans.org or call 116 123 (for free) to talk to someone immediately. Follow us @InsideWestEnd on Twitter and on Facebook. For more information, please visit: www.insidethewestend.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we speak to American actress Eva Noblezada, who at just 17 years old was chosen by Sir Cameron Mackintosh to play the lead role in the West End revival of Miss Saigon. Having completed 2 years in the multi award-winning production, she has just opened as Eponine in Les Miserables. Now 20 years old, Eva is a cheeky and confident woman with an incredible story and a great sense of humour. In 2017 she will move back to the United States to reprise the role of Kim in Miss Saigon on Broadway. We popped along to her dressing room for a chat backstage at The Queens Theatre. Follow us @InsideWestEnd on Twitter and on Facebook. For more information, please visit: www.insidethewestend.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we talk to West End leading man, Damian Humbley. Since arriving in London from Perth in 2005, Damian has performed in big scale West End musicals like 'Forbidden Broadway', Andrew Lloyd Webber's 'The Woman in White' and 'Fiddler On The Roof'. He is a regular at the Menier Chocolate Factory and in Stephen Sondheim musicals such as 'Company' and 'Merrily We Roll Along'. Having navigated many of the ups and downs that come with a life in show business, Damian is an actor at the top of his game. This conversation is full of truth and advice about working in the industry. Please subscribe to this podcast and follow us on twitter at @InsideWestEnd Visit insidethewestend.com for more information.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we talk to the naughtiest man in show business, West End Producer! We chat to the Twitter sensation about all things 'show', from audition advice to upsetting some of the biggest names in the industry with his tongue in cheek tweets. All opinions expressed by West End Producer are solely his own and in no way reflect this podcast's, or either of its hosts', beliefs. ...That said... prepare to chortle HEARTILY! Please SUBSCRIBE AND SHARE Find our group on Facebook or follow us on Twitter @insidewestend  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we talk to the founder of 'The Union Theatre' Sasha Regan. The Union Theatre has become one of London's leading fringe venues, with productions regularly becoming critically acclaimed, touring nationally and internationally. We hear from the woman who set it up at the age of just 23! Artistic director, producer and director, we hear about it all and how she got there.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode Ben and Rob pop down to the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, London's oldest theatre, and chat to West End legend Barry James. Hear about everything from his current role as Grandpa Joe in 'Charlie and The Chocolate Factory' to being the original Seymour in the first ever London production of 'The Little Shop of Horrors'. Barry James - The man who puts 'character' into 'character actor'.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode of 'Inside The West End' we chat to ITV's 'Superstar' winner Ben Forster backstage at The Dominion Theatre about everything from growing up in Sunderland to playing the title roles in 'Elf' and 'Phantom of the Opera' in the West End as well as his iconic performance as Jesus in 'Jesus Christ Superstar World Arena Spectacular'. Make sure you subscribe to the series to automatically get the next episode on your device. Follow us on twitter @insidewestend  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we speak to actor Killian Donnelly backstage at The Adelphi Theatre about his journey from amateur theatre in Ireland to starring as Charlie Price in 'Kinky Boots The Musical' in London's West End. Make sure you subscribe to be the first to hear all the big guests in the upcoming episodes.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we speak to award winning comedian and 'Matilda' composer Tim Minchin about his new musical 'Groundhog Day'. Tim discusses his writing process and his views on achieving success in the industry. Please subscribe to the series for all the upcoming interviews with top guests from the world of theatre.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The preview episode of the brand new podcast, "Inside The West End". Ben and Rob discuss the upcoming series and end with a teaser of their first huge guest, the multi award winning comedian, composer and actor Mr Tim Minchin. Make sure you subscribe to be the first to hear the upcoming epsiodes!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.