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The Grammy winner and Tony nominee on the unparalleled joy of returning to Broadway this season with The Piano Lesson opposite Samuel L. Jackson, the honour of the New York Women in Film & Television “Made In New York” Award and why “theatre belongs to us all”. We also talk Zoom calls with Oprah, wrapping the much-anticipated new The Color Purple movie musical and the personal responsibility of success.

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

Image: Ira Black/Danielle Brooks

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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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The Oscar-nominated Screenwriter-Producer-Director of the Back to the Future movies on adapting his infamous franchise for the stage and why this new adventure always featured a red button when things didn’t feel right. We also discuss what it was like collaborating with music genius Glen Ballard, why there’s ZERO plans to capture the stage musical for a big screen viewing and why there's not a reboot, remake or part four of the original Back to the Future films in the works. Plus, Bob fights tears recalling the joys of life with Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd in it.

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

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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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The Emmy, Grammy and six-time Tony winner on her record-breaking career, the power of representation for Black women in theatre and why she’s proudly, perfectly flawed. Plus, the unexpected impact of her Tony speeches, living with ADD/ADHD and headlining at the London Palladium this September. And we remember her late friend and collaborator, Stephen Sondheim. 

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

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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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The Fairy Godfairy of Broadway on bringing Live In London to the Theatre Royal Drury Lane this August with his friend and collaborator Jeremy Jordan, the global success of Disney Princess - The Concert and his rather showbiz night writing the 2022 Tony Awards opening number for Oscar winner Ariana Debose. Plus, what advice he would give his younger self who dreamed of reaching just some of the extraordinary successes he has. 

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

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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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The Tony, Grammy and Drama Desk nominee on bringing his legendary voice to the Theatre Royal Drury Lane this August, the thrill of Bonnie & Clyde and now Newsies playing in London and rocking out with his exciting new band, Age of Madness. Plus, if a lengthy West End run could be on the cards in the not-so distant future – and wearing spandex?

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

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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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Direct from backstage between shows at the Barbican, the First Lady of the West End on taking the reins are Reno Sweeney in Kathleen Marshall’s Olivier and Tony-Award winning musical Anything Goes. Plus, how Wicked has and continues to impact her life, learning to own the difference in her vocals thanks to the love and support of Dr Brian May, singing with Barry Manilow and performing for The Queen.

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

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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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The globally acclaimed musical theatre actress and recording artist on dreaming the dream all over again as she heads out on tour with one of the world’s most famous musicals - and why playing a signature role like Fantine is different now she’s become a mother. Plus, how originating Eliza in London’s Hamilton changed her life and why Miss Saigon was an experience that she will never forget. We discuss how she got the creative sign off for that riff choice at the 25th anniversary gala and why representation is, and will always be, important. 

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

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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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The Tony nominee and Broadway leading man on joining the Sondheim legacy with the release of the Assassins cast album, the wild ride of bringing Hair to West End audiences and how starring as drag queen Tick in Priscilla - Queen of the Desert taught him some extra things about life in heels.

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

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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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The Guys and Dolls, Grease and Anything Goes leading lady on fighting to play Mrs. Wilkinson in the new Curve production of Billy Elliot – and why she’d like to see the show return to the West End. Plus, the remarkable career moment of sharing a stage with Dame Julie Walters and the late Victoria Wood CBE in Acorn Antiques: The Musical, being front and centre in the Spice Girls musical Viva Forever and why she hopes the industry remembers her for being one of the good ones. 

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

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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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For the first time in… well, ever, the married couple on spreading Disney magic across the United States with Frozen and the welcomed pressures of playing such signature roles on stage, why nobody is ever fooled by the enormity of singing Let It Go, and why this show means more to fans than they first thought possible – plus we talk Jersey Boys, Evita, Wicked, Kinky Boots, YouTube hits and why the most important person their household has four legs and a tail! 

Host: William J Connolly

Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell

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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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