In this episode, we hear from Graeme Taylor, whose career in stage management at the Theatre Royal in Brighton lasted more than four decades. In conversation with historian James Gardner, Graeme – now retired – talks about life backstage and the peculiar demands of working in a 'hemp house'. He also reveals a very personal connection with this historic venue.

Produced by Martin Shelley... contact: [email protected]... intro/outro music courtesy of www.purple-planet.com