Drewling Samantics

Out with the Old 
 
 
Following a summer of classic plays for both our Drewling Samantics hosts, this week’s episode gives them an opportunity to discuss new writing - something the pair have also enjoyed working on in the recent past as well. 
 
From playwrights producing new plays, to TIE (Theatre In Education), and from commissioned works and competition winners to community theatre and the many, many more areas of performance, there is a wealth of new writing regularly being given life. Getting new works “from the page to the stage” is no easy feat, it is almost always a long and tricky journey with many challenges, but (fortunately) performers do eventually get to seize the chance to breathe life into something fresh and new - a great privilege with even greater responsibility when it comes to doing justice to the piece and pleasing and impressing the writer and the anticipated audience in equal measure. 
 
Drew and Sam have been involved in quite a few new works throughout their careers, and long time Drewling Samantics aficionados have travelled some of those production journeys with them, so today’s podcast outing is a time for looking back on some of those productions as it cements even further just how important new writing is - you might even say it’s the life blood of the performing arts! 
 
 
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Kites, Trains and Exotic Hotels 
 
 
It’s guest week once again for Drew and Sam, and their visitor this time out is the brilliant Tiran Aakel, who is clearly conquering the stage both on tour and in town! 
  
Tiran is a wonderful actor of great depth and character, with a career spanning several decades, but most recently having been involved in some modern classics like The Kite Runner, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, and - a show he is hoping he’ll hopefully have the opportunity to revisit in its potential upcoming tour - The Girl On The Train. Not only that, but he, like Drew, enjoys and excels at playing Manuel in Fawlty Towers dinner theatre shows. 
 
Amongst other topics, Tiran talks about the importance and privilege of communicating powerful social and political messages through the medium of performance. His ability has allowed him to take part in some very poignant shows - productions such as The Jungle, which deals with the suffering of refugees and the human condition itself, and others too, that allow audiences to get more than enjoyment alone from theatre experiences. 
 
An actor with heart, commitment and an understanding of just how deeply theatre can influence and inspire, Tiran is a fascinating and intelligent guest, whose visit to Drewling Samantics is one not to be missed! 
 
 
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Situations are Changing
 
 
After a brilliant visitor last week - the wonderful Jonathan Carlton, their first guest of the season no less - Drew and Sam are back in duo mode today, bringing us another content-filled thrill ride of epic podcast proportions! This week’s chat, and of course the inevitable banter, involves something very close to their hearts and indeed their careers.
 
Following a very welcome and equally rare opportunity to work together on an interactive dinner show recently (something that actually features specifically in this episode via some footage recorded live at the gig) the boys pick over the pros and cons of the genre, how modern comedy is changing, the reception of these style shows, and how the changing of the times means audiences seem to be demanding different theatrical experiences. Streaming services and blockbuster series’ are creating new opportunities for audiences and performers, and that is reflected heavily in how the industry grows, progresses, and adapts.
 
But is there still room for the intimate dinner shows born out of those much-loved classic situation comedies? Or are they slowly vanishing into fond memory alone? The Drewling Samantics chaps are proud and privileged to have their say on the matter, but equally invite anyone to get involved in the discussion, so tune in now to have a listen and have your say too!
 
 
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River Deep, Mountain High(Heels!)
 
 
Drew and Sam are feeling grateful and excited in equal measure this week, as for the first time in Season Twelve they are lucky enough to be joined by a brilliant visitor - and what a way to start the guest visits!
 
Jonathan Carlton is an extremely talented performer with numerous West End shows under his belt, including some of the most popular stage musicals of recent times. But his work has not been limited to dry land, Jonathan is also a season performer when it comes to the world of cruise-ship entertainment - a veteran of the seas you might say! Theatrical endeavours on the waves have become more and more respected as a training ground for musical theatre actors (especially with the impressive quality of the shows in modern times) and Jonathan is a shining example of the high standards of production to be found on board ships.
 
He discusses his journey through the industry, some of his favourite roles, why educating and supporting performers from a young age is so important, the wonderful if a little surreal event of meeting a relative stranger who is very significant in his life, and even the advantages of a well-fitting high heel! With great stories and even greater advice Jonathan is a fabulous first guest and certainly sets the bar high for the rest of the season!
 
 
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Feels Good to be Back, Dozen It
 
 
Finally the wait is over... they are back! Yes, the Drewling Samantics boys have returned for their much anticipated and eagerly awaited twelfth season!
 
The last couple of months or so have certainly seemed to drag on without Drew and Sam popping up with some podcast fun every week, and clearly they have missed chatting with each other and their guests too. But what exactly were they doing?! Do they have a good reason for such a long break? Can they explain themselves? Of course they can, and in today’s episode they proceed to do just that in what is a superb opening to their new season.
 
Safe to say the chaps haven’t been lazing away and just enjoying the sun (well when it actually made an appearance!) You’ll be glad to hear they have been incredibly busy working away, both on some interesting jobs that they explain lots more about, and, more importantly, extremely busy planning and prepping for their upcoming episodes (as well as making a few changes soon to be revealed!) Have no fear Drewling Samantics will still continue to be the same entertainment and industry podcast you love and cherish, but now with a few little tweaks!
 
To find out more and what Drew and Sam have coming up jump straight into this episode, and of course reach out to the lads with any comments and suggestions as they embark on their latest podcasting adventure!
 
 
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Season Eleven – Best of Drew & Sam
 
 
Whenever the fifteenth episode of the season comes around Drew and Sam know that it really has come to the end, and at that point they know there are only two things left to do - to look forward excitedly to the next season and (something just as exciting) to look back and choose their favourite moments and highlights from their seven episodes together!
 
It has been, as it always is, a varied and fun season, with plenty for the boys to chat about, discuss and debate. The lads have addressed some major national events, loads of theatre news, and caught up on stories and articles that they’d already mentioned previously. Alongside all this there have been times where they’ve talked about their work, which has taken them all over the country - especially Sam on his national tour, and even made time to poke fun at each other a little! They really have crammed so much into this season of banter and podcasting fun.
 
And what makes this even better is that they have been able to share this with faithful followers, listeners and watchers alike. They’ve had a good deal to choose from when it comes to “best bits”, so here to delight and entertain at least once more, are the highlights of Drew and Sam from Season Eleven. And make sure you stick around right to the end for a rather sad but important announcement.
 
So the chaps will return for their twelfth season in a few short weeks, but of course here in the land of the podcasting they never really go away - Drewling Samantics episodes are always there to be enjoyed anytime!
 
 
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Season Eleven – Best of Guests
 
 
What an outstanding array of visitors it is that has graced Drewling Samantics this season! From stage and screen, in front of and behind the camera, acting, directing and producing, and sometimes doing many of these simultaneously, what an unbelievable amount of talent there has been filling the guest spots and telling their stories for all to enjoy! And topping the list for enjoying the presence of these wonderful people is of course our pair of podcasters, who are understandably extremely grateful to all their guests!
 
Choosing the best bits and most memorable moments can’t have been easy for our dynamic duo (indeed we'd all just like to repeat everything fully) but despite the enormous challenge it must have been, they’ve pulled together this fabulous collection of highlights and memories for everyone’s delectation. And if these tasty morsels have you hungry for more, well the episodes are still there in their entirety for you to savour, but for now tune in and relive the best bits of Gary-Anthony Rogers, Brian Law, Andie Lindfield, Roman Stefanski, Su Gilroy and Pete Lovstrom, and join with Drew and Sam in saying a huge thank you to them all!
 
 
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Target Audience
 
 
It’s the last Drew and Sam episode of Season 11, and in this season finale they are singing the praises of their audience members - or at least appreciating the variety and quirks that different groups of patrons can bring.
 
Love them or hate them (with the latter only occurring on very rare occasions of course!) there would be no point to a performance of any kind without an audience... or would there?! In fact could there actually be a performance with no audience at all?! Hold that thought, as there’s a whole episode worth of discussion there in itself! But intrinsic thoughts and strange considerations aside, both of the Drewling Samantics chaps have experienced the warmth, joy and excitement from various audiences over their careers. That said, “there’s nowt so strange as folk”, and spectators can be highly unpredictable, and are always liable to respond differently depending on venue or location!
 
So join the fun now for a last entertaining chat before Drew and Sam are off on their theatre adventures for the summer, they will return very soon with stories, discussions and guests aplenty for Season 12 - but not before the always enjoyable “Best Of” episodes, don’t miss them!
 
 
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Falling into Place
 
 
Season Eleven of Drewling Samantics is almost over - where has the time gone?! Indeed, today’s episode is the last time in the season that the chaps are visited by a guest, and it’s safe to say they are ending with a bang!
 
Pete Løvstrøm has had a fascinating career, and that is putting it lightly. Starting out he chanced his arm and landed on his feet, which you could say came as a bit of shock to him! He had the good fortune, and the talent of course, to share stage and screen with some up and coming actors, directors and producers of the time - a much appreciated side effect for a young man starting out during a period when theatre was getting a rather substantial kick up the backside from the emerging talent that would go on to be theatre and TV heavyweights.
 
Pete talks with energy, passion and great knowledge, and a joy for the work he made his specialty. Taking inspiration from his hero Buster Keaton, learning from and emulating him where he could, he carved a particular niche for himself that has won him large amounts of work and plenty of justified admiration. The art forms of “pratfalls” and slapstick comedy have enormous history and respect, and Pete is no stranger to either -, in fact they exactly what he loves most!
 
So tune in now for an episode full of pure theatre, and witness Pete sweep Drew and Sam off their feet (theoretically speaking!) It’s the perfect reminder of just what Drewling Samantics is all about!
 
 
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Labour of Love?
 
 
Well, it has been a very busy time lately hasn’t it! A general election in the UK, football’s European Championships and the Copa America, Wimbledon, and an election in France to name but a few big recent events. Drew and Sam have been very busy performing and rehearsing too, and even PicNick is busy (well he’s on holiday, but he works extremely hard so he’s earned it!) But the Drewling Samantics team are never so busy that they can’t take some time out and release another podcast episode for loyal fans, followers and listeners.
 
With such a lot for the chaps to talk about, it’s straight down to business, news and a catch up, and as always with Drew and Sam they aren’t afraid to address the tough stuff. How will a change of government affect things? How does one afford to train for the theatre? How much do the arts contribute to society? And will Drew and Sam survive another penalty shoot-out?!
 
This episode bubbles along nicely, with the boys hitting the subjects around like a well played rally, so they vote you join them as they kick around for another episode - well until they are joined by a special guest next week!
 
 
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