MusicalTalk - The UK's Independent Musical Theatre Podcast

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Episode 413: The Visit to Find Memphis, Neverland and Broadway. Oct 28, 2014

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Nick sits down with Robert Gordon to discuss MEMPHIS, now playing at the Shaftesbury Theatre. Is this another doomed musical? We don't think so! Robert then shares his thoughts on his a recent states-side trip where he saw The Visit (one of the last Kander and Ebb musicals), Finding Neverland and A Gentleman's Guide To Love and Murder.

Episode 412: Creating and Composing The Cabaret Des Distractions Oct 21, 2014

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Nick Hutson talks with Reuben Kaye about their joint collaboration for London's biggest Cabaret show - The Cabaret Des Distraction, that's now playing at the Cafe Des Paris. Nick and Reuben talk about the acts within the show and also the songwriting progress - and, of course, you'll get to hear some of the songs, too!

Episode 411: The Forbidden Bianco Way Oct 14, 2014

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Nick Hutson talks to Robert Gordon about seeing Forbidden Broadway's new(er) show at the Vaudeville Theatre, fresh from the Menier Chocolate Factory, and also we hear from Christina Bianco - the superbly talented impressionist who is now featuring in the show.

MusicalTalk Mini 68: Keep The Home Fires Burning Oct 10, 2014

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As this evergreen anthem celebrates its centenary, join Thos as he gets to bottom of its enduring appeal and sheds light both on the song and its composer, Ivor Novello. And find out what happened to its talented but unlucky lyricist.

Episode 410: Edinburgh Fringe 2014: The Pick of the Fringe: Finn Anderson and Alba! Oct 07, 2014

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Yes, it's time to reveal MusicalTalk's Pick of the Fringe 2014 and so join Thos as he investigates the winner - Alba – A New Scottish Musical. Hear a public question and answer session with the cast of this fine show and then lie back and enjoy a very detailed and in-depth interview with this up-and-coming musical theatre talent, Finn Anderson.

Episode 409: Edinburgh Fringe 2014: The Dos and Don'ts (and Dids) of the Fringe Oct 04, 2014

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With just one week to go before MusicalTalk's Pick of the Fringe is revealed, David and Thos sit down to talk through some of the shows not yet discussed, as well as chew over some of the pitfalls to avoid when producing a show for Edinburgh. Add in some newly recorded songs from the Out of the Lens album and insert the phrase "cheesy disco exuberance" and you have a show to remember!

Episode 408: Edinburgh Fringe 2014: Enigmatic Variations Oct 01, 2014

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Thos and David dissect several shows linked by the idea of variation - whether that be variations in format, story or score - and hear in depth about the new show, The Girl Who, a kind of "make-your-own-adventure musical". If you chose to listen to this episode, turn to page 72.

MusicalTalk Mini 67: Sasha Regan's Love Story Sep 30, 2014

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David Herzog chats to Sasha Regan, David Albury and Victoria Serra about their production of Love Story, now playing at the Union Theatre.

Episode 407: Edinburgh Fringe 2014: Eight Rated Great Sep 24, 2014

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Thos continues his odyssey through this Summer's fringe and chats about more shows that caught his eye (and ears) including Funny Girl, Austen and the Addams Family, and explores the relationship between a band and a musical director. It's not Six of the Best; it's not an Austen Seven; It's a big value Great Eight! Oct Aye!

Episode 406: Edinburgh Fringe 2014: Revivals and Survivals Sep 16, 2014

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Thos and David explore the world of the shows that always come back for more – whether they be Cole Porter classics from the 30s or Frank Loesser gems from the 60s! Add to that the shows that keep being reimagined like Dracula and the imaginary ones that keep being shown such as the Drowsy Chaperone! As the good Count might say – this is an episode you can get your teeth into!