The Theatre Thoughts Podcast

🌹Come on downtown to Hadestown with the Australian cast of the much-anticipated musical! In a full-circle moment, Justin finally speaks all things Hadestown with the leads of the Australian cast, Abigail Adriano (Eurydice) and Noah Mullins (Orpheus). We discuss Noah and Abigail's career from Rent to Miss Saigon, fangirl over the Wicked movie, and explore what makes Hadestown one of the hottest tickets this side of the underworld.

Discussion Highlights:

- Career trajectories and the vitality of the Australian theatre world

- Theatre Thoughts Questions - Featuring the love of WICKED...again

- What makes Hadestown so loved?

- What are the cast most looking forward to when Hadestown premieres?

Hadestown plays at Theatre Royal in Sydney until the 19th April before transferring to Melbourne's Her Majesty's Theatre from the 8th May, 2025. Book tickets to Hadestown when it comes to your city by heading to the link below:

https://hadestown.com.au/

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👑 Unwrap the latest audio episode of the Theatre Thoughts Podcast featuring two of the six Queens of Australia's production of SIX the Musical, Kimberley Hodgson (Catherine of Aragon) and Loren Hunter (Jane Seymour). Kimberley is hot off playing Anita in Handa Opera’s production of West Side Story, and Gigi in Cameron Mackintosh’s Miss Saigon for Opera Australia for which she was nominated for a Green Room Award. Loren has toured nationally in the adaptation of Baz Luhrmann’s Strictly Ballroom, and the re-imagination of King Kong, as well as originating the role of Jane Seymour in the touring production of SIX the Musical.

Discussion Highlights:

Sydney plays at the Theatre Royal in Sydney until the 28th December before heading to Brisbane, Auckland, and finishing in Newcastle. Book tickets to SIX the Musical when it comes to your city by heading to the link below:

https://sixthemusical.com.au/tickets/sydney/

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Episode Edited by Jared Jekyll

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👑 Unwrap the latest episode of the Theatre Thoughts Podcast featuring two of the six Queens of Australia's production of SIX the Musical, Kimberley Hodgson (Catherine of Aragon) and Loren Hunter (Jane Seymour). Kimberley is hot off playing Anita in Handa Opera’s production of West Side Story, and Gigi in Cameron Mackintosh’s Miss Saigon for Opera Australia for which she was nominated for a Green Room Award. Loren has toured nationally in the adaptation of Baz Luhrmann’s Strictly Ballroom, and the re-imagination of King Kong, as well as originating the role of Jane Seymour in the touring production of SIX the Musical.

Discussion Highlights:

Sydney plays at the Theatre Royal in Sydney until the 28th December before heading to Brisbane, Auckland, and finishing in Newcastle.. Book tickets to SIX the Musical when it comes to your city by heading to the link below:

https://sixthemusical.com.au/tickets/sydney/

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RE-RELEASE Season 3: Episode 55 - A Wicked Update, featuring Sheridan Adams and Courtney Monsma

In this enchanting episode, we're joined by the cast of WICKED Australia, including the returning guest Sheridan Adams and new guest Courtney Monsma. Sheridan, a graduate of the Victorian College of the Arts, shines as Elphaba. Courtney, a recent Princess Anna in Disney’s Frozen, adds a touch of magic as Glinda. Join us as we discuss their performances and the enduring popularity of WICKED, currently captivating audiences in Australia before finishing its run in Perth in 2025.

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*Recorded in 2023 at the Powerhouse Museum. Publicity Team: IP Publicity.

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Image Credits: Sheridan Adams image (Photographer: @hughstewart_)

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🎭 Step into the world of theatre production with Rodney Rigby and Louise Withers in this important discussion to the world of theatre. Join host Justin Clarke as he explores the careers, achievements, and future aspirations of these acclaimed producers. From blockbuster musicals to creating new works for the Australian stage, this episode offers invaluable insights into the dynamic landscape of theatre production.

Discussion Highlights:

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🎭 Dive into a fascinating conversation with Benjamin Maio Mackay, an award-nominated, critically acclaimed director, producer, actor, and musician. Benjamin shares their journey in the world of theatre, from co-headlining at the iconic Off-Broadway venue 54 Below, to their artistic direction of Adelaide-based Preachrs Productions.

Benjamin gives us an inside look into directing the non-replica production of RENT at the Queens Theatre in 2022, and following it up with a season of tick, tick...BOOM! in June 2023. We also explore their nationwide tour with Great Detectives and chat about our favourite musical theatre productions.

Discussion Highlights:

Find out more about Benjamin and Preachrs Productions:

🌐 Website: https://www.benjaminmaiomackay.com/

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🎭 Join in our chat with our friend Almitra Malvalvala before she went back home (for now) as we talk making theatre and the joy of art. Almitra talks about creating her shows Blacklisted and For the Love of Paper, both of which premiered in Sydney, with Blacklisted going on a Fringe tour.

Discussion Highlights:

Find our more about Almitra through her website:

https://www.almitramavalvala.com/

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*Note: The following podcast was recorded in October, 2023

🎭 Join host Justin Clarke as he sits down with the multi-talented Lou Wall, the creative force behind "Flat Earthers: The Musical" at Hayes Theatre. Discover Lou’s inspiring journey as an award-winning comedian, composer, and content creator. Dive into the intricacies of their thought-provoking productions, including "Lou Wall vs. The Internet" and their acclaimed film, "Lousical the Musical."

Discussion Highlights:

Watch a snippet of the production with Lou Wall performing the song Illuminati Party

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xrd-Gbkwy2s

🌏 See "Flat Earthers: The Musical" at Hayes Theatre from 11th October to the 9th November 2024.

Tickets: https://hayestheatre.com.au/event/flat-earthers-the-musical/

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🎭 Join host Justin Clarke as he sits down with Izabella Louk as they discuss environmentally sustainable theatre. Discover Izabella's career in theatre including how she created Blinking Light Theatre and turned her passion towards sustainably produced shows. We also get the latest scoop on Blinking Light's latest production!

Discussion Highlights:

Find out more about Blinking Light Theatre and their upcoming shows here.

https://www.blinkinglighttheatre.com/

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On this episode we head over to the UK to talk to comedian and improviser extraordinaire, Pippa Evans about Showstoppers! The Olivier Award winning improvised musical! Pippa joins host, Justin Clarke, to discuss Showstoppers! The Improvised Musical as well as her career in comedy, where Showstoppers! began and some hilarious moments of comedy and heart.

Discussion Highlights:

Tickets for Showstoppers! The Improvised Musical can be booked below

Tickets - https://showstopperthemusical.com/

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