The music writer and vocal slayer on leading the London stage adaptation of Burlesque at the Savoy Theatre as Ali Rose, the thrill of singing signature songs like Tough Lover, Express and Bound to You live each performance (alongside many incredible new songs written exclusively for the musical!) and how there’s no faking it when you’re serving for the gods in a role like this.
We also dive into beginning her writing journey with the show at 19, performing Ali live on stage in front of the OG movie star and her vocal idol Christina Aguilera and why she’s here to honour with great love what came before.

Plus, we take a little lesson in the history of Burlesque, working with exciting artists like her co-star and director Todrick Hall and why she's proud to sing LOUD!

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

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The London star on joining the cast of Tina – The Tina Turner musical as Rhonda Graam, music titan and best friend to the late Tina Turner.

We also dive into spreading kindness as part of the UK touring company of Come From Away, understanding the daily pressures of navigating singing hit songs like Don’t Rain On My Parade when starring as Fanny Brice in Funny Girl, and how facing audiences when you’re not the listed above the title star can be as nerve wracking as it sounds. 

Plus, why she shares the power of being present in even the craziest of career highs.

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

tinathemusical.com

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Titanique’s newest diva on playing one of the greatest vocalists of all time as Celine Deion in the smash-hit comedy musical in London, the emotional joy of her time in the Paris production and why water fountains become a spooky-scary thing for her. 

Plus, we highlight the importance of good sound when My Heart Will Go On is on your daily venture, the liberation of just throwing limbs about and she reflects on her journey from free newspaper vendor to West End leading lady.

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

titaniquemusical.com

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The phenomenal leading man of Jamie Lloyd’s Evita on his “once in a lifetime journey” playing Che, honouring the legends who have played the role before him and the pride he felt having his family seated on second row for his official West End opening night at the London Palladium.

Plus, he reflects on his journey with Sunset Boulevard on Broadway and how it led him to London, learning from his former New York co-stars including Nicole Scherzinger and Tom Francis, and why his “superstar” leading lady Rachel Zegler is “a pillar of hope for a lot of Latinos”.

And, how he sees all your memes about his iconic curtain call moment in the paint and his underwear - and loves it! 

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

evitathemusical.com

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Jamie Lloyd’s exquisite new leading man on the honour of “pushing the boundaries” as Juan Perón in this fresh telling of Evita at the world-famous London Palladium, learning from the genius of Jamie’s direction – something he says is “a dream come true” – and its relevance to a 2025 audience.

We also dive into blending onstage live performance with camera work to make the perfect musical experience, his love of the “perfect narrator” in Diego Andres Rodriguez and how he’s fighting the online love and exposure of a certain viral balcony moment to keep distance for his character on stage – however challenging it’s been! 

Plus, why Rachel Zegler’s performance as Eva Perón is “one of the finest castings of all time” – and why he is “so in awe of the force of nature” that she is. And why he won’t hear a bad word said about his teeny weeny black tie. 

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

evitathemusical.com

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The stage giant on returning to the Old Vic stage with Girl From The North Country, the life-changing impact of making his Broadway debut at such a young age and being a student to directors like Conor McPherson and Stephen Daldry.

Plus, we revisit his legendary performance on Hey, Mr. Producer! with Ellen Greene, joyful memories of his late friend and Kiss Me, Kate co-star Marin Mazzie and how Company changed his life, forever.

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

oldvictheatre.com

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London's finest leading star on her "insane" time playing Lulu in the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre production of Shucked, leaning into the vocal marathon of singing Independently Owned each night and why life in the world of a musical comedy feels just right.

Plus, we dive into her shining roles in The Wizard of Oz, Kiss Me Kate, Little Shop of Horrors and Oklahoma!, how leaning into stronger character-led roles allow her to push out any personal self-doubt, and why she knows there isn’t a Georgina Onuorah performance without sharing the gift of that unmatched voice.

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

openairtheatre.com

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Broadway’s original Romeo on life back as one of the most infamous boyfriends in history, embracing the chaos of this unexpected chapter as he performs in the UK for the first time and the remarkable connection this story has with audiences across the globe in 2025. 

Plus, we dive into jamming with the likes of Max Martin and Ariana Grande, the power of being present in every moment possible and why being a douche is a whole lot of fun. Is… he the drama? 

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

andjulietthemusical.co.uk

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The beloved Broadway star on the extraordinary journey of Drag: The Musical, creating a space where drag is accessible for all and learning to say goodbye to a cast of fierce co-stars.

Plus, we dive into understanding his own personal relationship with femininity and how that has changed as he career progresses, having Liza Minnelli as his boss and the unfiltered joy of his new live cast album alongside Alaska – and many other fabulous queens!

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

dragthemusical.com

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In the second of a two-part conversation... The Emmy, Tony and Grammy Award-winning stage and screen legend on a lifetime in the spotlight.

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

Welcome to eleven. The official theatre podcast that brings the biggest stars and creatives together in one place to discuss life in the arts. Follow eleven on social media via @elevenpodcast and via elevenpodcast.com.

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