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0610: But... I'm A Cheerleader in Kinky Boots (Carrie Hope Fletcher and Demitri Lampra Interviews) Mar 19, 2019

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In this special episode of MusicalTalk - Nick talk to old presenter and composer Andy Abrams and Carrie Hope Fletcher about Andy's musical of BUT I'M A CHEERLEADER that was recently showcased at The Other Palace MT Fest.

We then hear from David and April Herzog's discussion with Demitri Lampra who is playing Don in the UK Tour of Kinky Boots.

Talk about old friends and new!

0609: Working the Festival Fringe Mar 12, 2019

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Join Thos and Colm as they talk about what it takes actually to put on a show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe – a real insider's view of the nuts and bolts of what's involved. And hear about six shows you could have seen, including (ironically) the smash hit, Six – the girl band musical about the wives of Henry VIII – where you take the ruff with the smooth!

0608: Come to Come From Away Mar 05, 2019

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This week we revisit Come From Away as Nick chats to the cast members - and those whom the cast members portrayed - at a press event for the musical held at the beautiful Canadian Embassy in London. Hear from Rachel Tucker, Mary Doherty, Cat Simmons, Clive Carter and the show's composing and lyricist team Irene Sankoff and David Hein.

Come From Away is playing at the Pheonix Theatre in London.

0607: Countdown to New Shows in March Feb 26, 2019

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It's a bumper episode discussing six very different shows, featuring five songs, with four guests, and three musicals about to open in two different cities, hosted by the one and only (at least, we hope there's only one) Thos! Learn about an innovative production of fringe-favourite, Ordinary Days, as well as two brand new shows, the Limit and Botox or Bust, all opening very shortly in March - and enjoy song after song after song (after song after song) in this tune filled fiesta!

0606: Come from Away to Arts Ed Feb 19, 2019

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Nick chats to Chris Hocking - principal of The Arts Educational Schools in Chiswick, West London about the school's history, heritage and vision.

Following that - Nick and Rachael talk about Come From Away - now playing at London's Pheonix Theatre.

0605: Propping Up the Barnum Feb 12, 2019

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Episode 605: Propping Up the Barnum.

What a year it's been for PT Barnum! With a blockbuster musical film about his life, The Greatest Showman, and a London revival of the original 1980 Cy Coleman musical show, Barnum, his enviable show business legend lives on. But did the London production walk the tightrope between success and failure? Join Thos and Colm to find out more and see if they give it a (Tom) thumbs up or (Tom) thumb their nose!

0604: Everybody's Moaning about Les Mis Feb 05, 2019

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Nick and Rachael talk about the reaction that the news that Les Miserables is to change forever has caused amongst theatre fans and why they think it's not a bad thing...

They then talk about why Everybody's Talking abut Jamie didn't live up to the hype for them and then end the discussion talking about the UK Tour of West End singer - Ramin Karimloo.

0603: Mary Poppins Returns Jan 29, 2019

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Nick, Antonia and Mike sit down to discuss their thoughts on the Mary Poppins sequel.

0602: 2019 Preview Jan 22, 2019

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Nick and Antonia discuss the massive amount of shows coming to London and beyond in 2019. 2019 promises to be an exciting year - with new shows such as Only Fools and Horses, Dear Evan Hansen and the returns of classics such as Evita, Jesus Christ Superstar and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Doo-daa.

0601: On the Road with David Herzog - Cinderella at Venue Cymru Jan 15, 2019

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David Herzog returns to bring us belated holiday cheer from the cast of "Cinderella" at Venue Cymru in North Wales. Hold David's terrified American hand as he embarks into the popular British world that is pantomime.

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