Stage and Screen with Harvey Morton

I sit down with writer/director Micha Mirto and composer/lyricist Jordan Paul Clarke about Raising Gays, a vibrant new musical that dives into the grey areas of love and understanding between parents and their queer children. We explore how the show blends humor and heart, the creative collaboration behind the scenes, and why this story is exactly what London needs this Pride.

See Raising Gays at the Garrick Theatre on 5th July 2026: https://thegarricktheatre.co.uk/tickets/raising-gays-a-concert-reading/

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I chat with filmmaker Mark Kenneth Woods about the sixth and final season of Pride, the award-nominated docuseries exploring LGBTQ+ history around the world. We dive into the surprising stories uncovered this season, the importance of remembering queer history everywhere, and what it means to close this chapter while leaving a lasting legacy.

Pride S6 is now streaming on OUTflix: https://www.outflix.com

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I chat with nationally touring stand-up comedian Ryan Rogers about his uproarious comedy special Girl Bye, now streaming on OUTtv and OUTflix. Ryan shares how he transforms heavy topics like homophobia, same-sex marriage, and addiction into hysterical hot takes that resonate with audiences. We dive into what drew him to perform at Sports Drink Comedy Club, the balance between vulnerability and comedy, and what keeps him going back to the stage.

Watch Girl Bye on OUTtv and OUTflix: https://www.outflix.com/

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I chat with BAFTA-winning filmmaker Celyn Jones about his vibrant new feature film MADFABULOUS, which tells the incredible true story of Henry Paget, the flamboyantly queer 5th Marquess of Anglesey who defied Victorian society. We dive into what drew him to the Dancing Marquess, working with Callum Scott Howells and Rupert Everett, and why Henry's story of living authentically matters now more than ever.

See MADFABULOUS in UK cinemas from 5th June 2026.

Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuggTtSpnyI

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I chat with Hannah Power and Conor Murray about their hit show Don’t Tell Dad About Diana, a heartfelt and hilarious story of friendship, identity, and coming of age set in 1997 Dublin. We dive into how they made the Edinburgh Fringe accessible through sheer hard work and no expectations, the incredible chemistry that drives their performances, and what it means to bring this award-winning show to London.

See Don’t Tell Dad About Diana at Underbelly Boulevard Soho on 26th and 28th May 2026: https://underbellyboulevard.com/tickets/dont-tell-dad-about-diana/

Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donttelldadaboutdiana/

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I chat with actor Emmanuel Akwafo about the Lyric Hammersmith’s contemporary adaptation of An Ideal Husband, set among London’s Black elite. We explore how Emmanuel brings his Ghanaian heritage and queer identity to his dual roles, the challenges he’s faced in the industry, and why representation matters now more than ever.

See An Ideal Husband at Lyric Hammersmith until 6 June 2026: https://lyric.co.uk/shows/an-ideal-husband/

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I chat with Heidi N Closet and John Mark about the explosive second season of Drag House Rules, a razor-sharp comedy satire that peels back the curtain on reality TV’s manufactured chaos. We explore how the show blends scripted mayhem with authentic drag magic, the power of queer visibility, and what it means to tell these stories now. Heidi shares her journey from Drag Race to this hilarious new playground, while John reveals the creative process behind the scenes and the joy of building a queer-centered cast and crew.

See Drag House Rules S2 on OUTflix from 21st May 2026: https://www.outflix.com

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I chat with actor Bobby Lockwood about his exciting new role in Rivals Season 2, streaming on Disney+ from May 15. We dive into his journey as the first in his family to act, how winning a Children’s BAFTA gave him the confidence to keep going, and the resilience it took after being cut from a Disney show early on. Plus, Bobby shares what it’s like joining a powerhouse cast and how he keeps challenging himself across stage and screen.

See Rivals Season 2 streaming on Disney+ from May 15, 2026.

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I chat with actor Kieron Moore and director Elliot Tuttle about their provocative new film Blue Film, a daring exploration of queer desire, sex work, and vulnerability. We dive into why the film has been so controversially received, the challenges of portraying raw intimacy on screen, and how Blue Film is pushing boundaries in queer storytelling.

Blue Film is out in the USA on 8 May and coming to the UK soon.

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I chat with actor Ryan Kopel about his new role in We Had a World at Hampstead Theatre, a deeply personal, intimate play about family and memory. We dive into what drew him to the script, how his own grandmothers shaped his love of theatre, and the transition from touring with Dear Evan Hansen to new creative projects.

See We Had a World at Hampstead Theatre from 29th May to 4th July 2026: https://www.hampsteadtheatre.com/whats-on/2026/we-had-a-world/

Follow Ryan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryankopel/

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