In this episode of the Bridge Theatre Podcast, host Pauline Fallowell sits down with Anna Bliss Scully, the Bridge Theatre's brilliant Head of Costume. Anna is at the heart of so much that happens at The Bridge – from helping put together the productions on stage, to photoshoots, fittings, quick-changes, and leading a team that keeps the show running night after night.

Anna shares how she first fell in love with theatre while growing up near Cardiff, the school trip that changed everything, and the unexpected work-experience placement that set her on a path into costume, design, and beyond. Anna talks about the joy of making things together, the thrill of tech, and the 'electric' moment that made her realise theatre could be her world.

She also reveals her fantasy production: a new play with a dream creative team (including Björk and Hofesh Shechter), an extraordinary cast drawn from across her career, and an onstage choir to break your heart in the best possible way.

Anna reflects on some of her favourite memories at The Bridge: the first run-through of Guys & Dolls, the full-circle joy of working with Jonathan Bailey again during Richard II, and the creative madness of pulling off an ambitious production photoshoot.

Hosted by Pauline Fallowell, Director of Marketing and Audiences at the Bridge Theatre. Follow the Bridge Theatre Podcast wherever you get your podcasts, watch via the Bridge Theatre YouTube channel and discover more at bridgetheatre.co.uk. New episodes are released every Friday.

Bridge Theatre Podcast is produced for the Bridge Theatre by Jonny Bunyan at Pardon Our French Productions, with Executive Producer Pauline Fallowell.

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In this week’s episode, Joe Burridge-Mitchell, Box Office Manager at the Bridge Theatre, explains the craft of guiding thousands of audience members through their journey, from the rush of tickets going on sale, right up until the moment they eagerly take their seats. He also delves into the running of a small, responsive team, maintaining crystal clear customer communication, and the strategy behind ticket pricing.

Beyond the day-to-day, Joe shares his standout Bridge memories – from the whirlwind that was Guys & Dolls during awards-season, to the legendary presence of Dame Maggie Smith.

And for his fantasy night out, Joe imagines comfort, care and a little chaos – a private box, a show-themed buffet and a big, joyous musical built to sweep you away from real life for a couple of hours.

Hosted by Pauline Fallowell, Director of Marketing and Audiences at the Bridge Theatre. Follow the Bridge Theatre Podcast wherever you get your podcasts, watch via the Bridge Theatre YouTube channel and discover more at bridgetheatre.co.uk. New episodes are released every Friday.

Bridge Theatre Podcast is produced for the Bridge Theatre by Jonny Bunyan at Pardon Our French Productions, with Executive Producer Pauline Fallowell.

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This week, associate director Lily Dyble talks about the art of supporting big shows – the sensitivity, timing and trust that let a creative team do its best work. She reflects on a pathway that spans lighting desks and rehearsal rooms, from early music-soaked beginnings in Manchester to recent projects at The Bridge and beyond, and why scale only works when the rooms are humane.

Lily unpacks what it really means to be an associate director – protecting the director’s focus, translating between departments, and turning logistics into momentum – and shares a few favourite memories from Bridge productions where the building felt alive with possibility.

For her fantasy production, Lily looks to music and movement — re-imagining a vast choral world in dance and light, built to surround an audience.

Hosted by Pauline Fallowell, Director of Marketing and Audiences at the Bridge Theatre. Follow the Bridge Theatre Podcast wherever you get your podcasts, watch via the Bridge Theatre YouTube channel and discover more at bridgetheatre.co.uk. New episodes are released every Friday.

Bridge Theatre Podcast is produced for the Bridge Theatre by Jonny Bunyan at Pardon Our French Productions, with Executive Producer Pauline Fallowell.

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In our third episode of the series, Head of Stage James Edwards takes us behind the scenes of The Bridge – a theatre that transforms dramatically between productions thanks to the ingenuity of his team. James reveals what it takes to rebuild entire seating blocks, manage the unseen choreography of stagecraft, and keep complex productions running smoothly no matter how ambitious the vision.

He reflects on a life spent backstage – from growing up in a theatre family to leading one of London’s most adaptable stages – and hints at a favourite moment when the line between crew and cast briefly disappeared.

And for his fantasy production, James looks close to home – finding inspiration in London’s grit, rhythm and sense of community.

Hosted by Pauline Fallowell, Director of Marketing and Audiences at the Bridge Theatre.

Follow the Bridge Theatre Podcast wherever you get your podcasts, watch via the Bridge Theatre YouTube channel and discover more at bridgetheatre.co.uk. New episodes are released every Friday.

Bridge Theatre Podcast is produced for the Bridge Theatre by Jonny Bunyan at Pardon Our French Productions. 

The Executive Producer for the Bridge Theatre Podcast is Pauline Fallowell.

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In our second episode of the series, fight director Kate Waters (Kombat Kate) reveals how an instinct for physical storytelling led her to choreograph the moments that make us gasp at The Bridge. She reflects on why the story must always lead the movement, the quiet, invisible work that builds confidence in the room, and the simple truth that the most important part of any day is the first minute – when trust is won.

She takes us inside Julius Caesar’s street-level brutality and the electric brawl in Guys & Dolls – right down to the sound that sells a slap – and talks about crafting danger that feels real while keeping actors and audiences completely safe. And when it comes to imagining her fantasy production, Kate turns to the Lionesses and women’s sport – exploring strength, solidarity and ambition through a story that feels as dynamic and immediate as The Bridge itself.

Hosted by Pauline Fallowell. Follow the Bridge Theatre Podcast wherever you get your podcasts, watch via the Bridge Theatre YouTube channel and discover more at bridgetheatre.co.uk. New episodes are released every Friday. 

Bridge Theatre Podcast is produced for the Bridge Theatre by Jonny Bunyan at Pardon Our French Productions.

The Executive Producer for the Bridge Theatre is Pauline Fallowell.

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In our first episode of the series, actor David Moorst – Puck in The Bridge’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream – shares how an unlikely school musical led to his first spark with theatre, and how that thrill of connection still drives him today.

He reflects on making Shakespeare feel new and accessible, the joy (and terror) of performing “with” an audience, and the quiet beauty of that moment when a room of strangers becomes a company.

And when it comes to imagining his fantasy production, David’s vision is as warm and witty as he is – rooted in everyday lives, sharp comic timing, and a love for the kind of stories that feel both familiar and extraordinary.

It’s a world built on truth, laughter and community – a fitting reflection of The Bridge itself.

Hosted by Pauline Fallowell.

Follow the Bridge Theatre Podcast wherever you get your podcasts, watch via the Bridge Theatre YouTube channel and discover more at bridgetheatre.co.uk.

New episodes every Friday.

Bridge Theatre Podcast is produced for the Bridge Theatre by Jonny Bunyan at Pardon Our French Productions.

The Executive Producer for the Bridge Theatre is Pauline Fallowell.

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Welcome to the Bridge Theatre Podcast where we meet the people who make the magic happen — on stage, backstage, and everywhere in between.

Presented by Pauline Fallowell, Director of Marketing and Audiences at the Bridge Theatre, we explore their first spark with theatre, the moments that shaped them, and their ultimate fantasy production — from dream casts and legendary creative teams to the perfect stage to bring it all to life.

In this 10-part series, we sit down with members of The Bridge Theatre family including A Midsummer Night’s Dream actor David Moorst, Richard III composer Grant Olding, Props Supervisor Lily Molgaard, and choreographer — and theatre legend — Dame Arlene Phillips.

You’ll hear untold stories from behind the scenes and discover what inspires the people who make The Bridge so special ... as well as some wildly creative ideas for shows that don’t exist … yet.

If you love theatre, enjoy hearing untold stories from behind the scenes, and want to know how your favourite shows come to life, this is the podcast for you.

Follow The Bridge Theatre Podcast wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes drop weekly, every Friday.

Commissioned by the Bridge Theatre and produced by award-winning content studio Pardon Our French Productions you will be able to listen to the series wherever you get your podcasts as well as on the Bridge Theatre YouTube channel  

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