Taking Turns To Talk

This week, we delve into the archive to share one of favourite episodes with the Top Turn himself: Michael Ball.

Recording in 2018 when Michael was working on Chess at The London Coliseum, Gordon and Micheal discuss work ethic, Cher's underwear and finding treasure in the woods.

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Taking their turn this week, is actress and singer Celinde Schoenmaker. 

Gordon and Celinde discuss staying positive during lockdown, the importance of art in all its forms, and the correct way to eat chips.

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Taking their turn this week, is actor Irvine Iqbal. 

Gordon and Irvine discuss business - and show business, the current state of representation and ethnic diversity in the theatre industry, and dealing with Covid in paradise.

Irvine is a familiar face to many a West End audience, appearing in Bombay Dreams, Disney's Aladdin and most recently appearing in the RSC's adaptation of David Walliams' 'The Boy In The Dress'.

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Taking their turn this week, is actor and singer Ashleigh Gray.

Gordon and Ashleigh discuss the physical and mental effort required to perform Elphaba in Wicked 8 shows a week, the joy of crafting, and they spend a moment celebrating the life of Scottish theatre legend Andy Gray.

Check out Ashleigh on Twitter and please do stop by her Etsy shop!

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Taking their turn this week, is the actor Martin Ball.

Martin and Gordon discuss pretty much everything from Covid vaccines to coffee commercials via acid trips and opera. They also take a brief stop in the land of fonts whilst managing to squeeze in a minute or two talking about acting.

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Taking their turn this week is star of Scottish comedy smash 'Still Game' - Gavin Mitchell.

Gavin and Gordon discuss Gavin's start in the industry, his conversations with the late Robin Williams, way too much time on things overheard in car parks, and Gavins pants. 

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We've spoken to Judas, now it's time for Jesus to have his say!

Talking their turn this week is singer, actor and songwriter Steve Balsamo. Gordon and Steve discuss his award winning performance of Jesus, name dropping left, right & centre, and how he nearly killed Meatloaf.

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Taking their turn this week is writer, director, actor and one of the country's most beloved panto dames, Eric Potts

Eric and Gordon the intricate details of being actor/director, the joy in a post show pint and the hidden value of a Poundland dame.

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Taking their turn this week, is singing teacher and vocal coach extraordinaire, Claire Underwood. Claire is vocal coach to some of the biggest West End shows such as Les Miserables, Hamilton and Mary Poppins. She has also been vocal coach on big screen movie musicals such as Beauty and the Beast, Les Miserables and Aladdin.

Gordon and Claire discuss the mental health of performers during these unusual times, Russell Crowe's work ethic and advice from former guest Jon Robyns.

Check out Claire's Instagram page @showminds to see how she's doing her bit to help the mental health of performers.

Taking their turn this week is writer, presenter, actor and musical favourite: Matt Lucas.

Among other things, Gordon and Matt discuss their shared love and ability for the medium of dance, The Kids From Fame, and how Matt nearly was in Star Wars.

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