The American actor on leaning into the crazy to make his London stage debut this May in Stephen Sondheim's The Frogs at the Southwark Playhouse (including the promise of him in a toga), feeling comfortable in the world of comedy and his ultimate respect for theatrical performers.

Plus, we talk the thrill of sound-checking with unmatched live vocalists like Nicole Scherzinger, embracing challenging the perceptions others have of you after his time on Glee and an excessive amount of questions about his appearance in the iconic piece of culture perfection that was Bratz: The Movie. Gag.

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

southwarkplayhouse.co.uk

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The critically acclaimed West End leading lady on the “unhinged and hilarious” joy of playing Celine Dion in brand new London stage hit Titanique, the welcomed responsibility of belting out the hits nightly and why her love and respect for Celine Dion is nonpareil. 

Plus we talk icebergs, the unwavering love of her family and why her recent Olivier nomination for this very role is dedicated to one very important person – little Lauren.

Think you know what really happened on the the Ship of Dreams? Think twice...

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

london.titaniquemusical.com

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The Olivier nominee and London stage star on bringing in a new chapter for her signature The Devil Wears Prada character Emily as the now musical moves from screen to stage, leaning into total trust with her genius director Jerry Mitchell and workshopping vocal options with her new music boss, the legendary Sir Elton John.

We also talk comedy, fashion, belting and, of course, her recent Olivier nomination for originating this role. Plus we dive into why this level of public recognition from the industry she loves dearly is a win in her strive to believe in herself more – fully.

You want to know how to survive at Runway? Here's the lady with all the answers...

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

devilwearspradamusical.com

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The breakout titular star on honouring icon Tina Turner as she brings her remarkable story to life on stage in TINA, The Tina Turner Musical as the show enters its seventh year, feeling the spirt of the late star and how playing this role has helped bring strength and healing into her personal life – calling it 'the biggest healer".

Plus, we talk belting out signature songs, why it's all about the voice and the legs with the Queen of Rock and Queen of Rock 'n' Roll and why everything she does is for the loyal Tina fans that keep her memory living on.

Simply the best? This superstar leading lady certain is all that – and more!

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

tinathemusical.com

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London's original Regina George on leaning into the mean as she brings the beloved queen to life in Mean Girls: The Musical, why looks could kill when you're the head of North Shore High and why being the Apex Predator is actually a whole lot of fun.

Plus what it's like taking comedy notes from a legend like writer Tina Fey, “taking it up” when performing World Burn for director Casey Nicholaw (“F**k yeah, you go girl”) and why the real love story of Mean Girls is.... Regina and Janis?

#FuglyCow4Eva

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

london.meangirlsmusical.com

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The three-time Tony winner and undisputed icon of the theatrical world reflects on a career like no other. From her legendary roles in Evita, Sunset and Les Misérables to her dislike of riffing, love for her late friend Stephen Sondheim and being a proud groupie. We also dive into her desire to sing rock, bursting blood vessels and what it’s like to call out when there’s an audience waiting for you. Plus we discuss all things A Life in Notes as the concert comes to the London Coliseum on February 16th. She’s quite simply one of the greatest stars in history.

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

londoncoliseum.org

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Jamie Lloyd's leading star on a double dose of Shakespeare alongside legends including Sigourney Weaver, Tom Hiddleston and Hayley Atwell and why nothing feels as beautifully intimate as standing on stage at Drury Lane. Plus, we talk their historic leading turn as the Emcee in Cabaret at The Kit Kat Club, the title role in Hedwig and the Angry Inch and why celebrating yourself fully is the greatest gift to you – and others. 

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

thejamielloydcompany.com

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Changed, For Good.

Direct from backstage in Dublin on the current stop of their UK and Ireland Tour, the Wonderful Witches of Oz on their remarkable journey with the smash-hit musical, learning to love themselves fully and why self-acceptance isn't always an easy journey. Plus we dive into pre-show rituals high in the bubble, almost dropping the wand and why this job means more than most. There's also talk of a small song called Defying Gravity. #PinkGoesGoodWithGreen

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

wickedthemusical.co.uk

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The Broadway powerhouse on embracing the crazy to play the "most challenging" job she's ever tackled as Celine f**king Dion in the New York production of Titanique, her seven-year record-breaking and life-changing journey of triumph and tribulation as Elphaba in Wicked and the joy of getting to play Star and Lady in The Cher Show on Broadway. #BeltingAndCrying

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

titaniquemusical.com

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The leading ladies of Kathy & Stella Solve A Murder! on their unapologetically funny new show, why there’s a joy in mixing the world of podcasts, murder and musicals in one night of brilliant theatrical laughter and why everything just sounds better when sung in a Northern accent!

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

kathyandstella.com

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