Twice Nightly: The Theatre Podcast

Hey Mr Producer! Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey are to talking to you sir.

This week Michael Harrison, West End and Broadway producer and the chief executive of Crossroads pantomimes shares with us his great passion for variety theatre.

Michael takes us through his childhood in the stalls to being one of the men behind some of the world’s greatest theatrical successes. In 2022 he, along with Andrew Lloyd Webber set up Lloyd Webber Harrison Musicals, producing new shows as well as new productions of Lloyd Webbers work, notably the smash hit version of Sunset Boulevard with Nicole Scherzinger which will soon transfer to Broadway.  Starlight Express is currently dazzling audiences once again and Joseph And The Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat with Donny Osmond is due to open in December.

Michael’s other producing credits include Gypsy, Hello Dolly, The Drifters Girl, War Horse, The Wizard of Oz, Young Frankenstein, The Bodyguard and as the chief executive of Crossroads some of the UKs biggest pantomimes including the world renowned London Palladium Panto, a theatre he is lucky enough to call home.

We are proud to share our chat with Michael, who brings true theatrical magic to Twice Nightly.

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Key Words: Michael Harrison, musical, London Palladium, Andrew Lloyd Webber, pantomime, variety, theatre, producer, Crossroads

How ticked Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey are to talk about one of the most world renowned names in variety history Sir Ken Dodd from the woman who knew him best, his wife Lady Anne Dodd. But Lady Anne wasn’t just Sir Ken’s wife, a performer in her own right she was also his co-star, tour manager, stage manager, driver, wardrobe mistress, props mistress and now the proud ambassador of Sir Ken’s comedy legacy. Documented and detailed in a brand new, self produced documentary film ‘The Real Ken Dodd: The Man I Loved’ Lady Anne talks about the inception of the film and plans for a ‘Giggle Tour’ around select UK theatres.We discuss many tattyfalarious topics from Sir Ken’s dabble in Shakespeare to his backstage rituals and the passion that fuelled his crusade to save many UK theatres that seemed destined for closure. We also talk about Lady Anne’s start in show business, some wild and spooky backstage encounters to her vocation, mission and future plans to continue the legacy of a world renowned genius.

For more information and to book tickets for the documentary tour visit: https://www.kendoddcharitablefoundation.com

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Key Words: Lady Anne Dodd, Sir Ken Dodd, comedy, legacy, stand up, happiness, legend, icon, documentary, charity, Liverpool, Miriam Margolyes, Pantomime

In this latest episode Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey speak to author Nichelle Gainer all about the subjects of her books, and what a subject! From Beyoncé to Eartha Kitt, Margot Webb to Elizabeth Welch, Nichelle’s work is a who’s who of the most important, timeless and influential black icons in show business.

Are you ready for your close up? In this star-studded-name-dropping episode Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey delve into the world of theatre through the lens of theatrical photographer Simon Annand. Simon discusses his body of work, photographing actors half an hour before curtain up, which he has collated in his two published books ‘The Half’ and ‘Backstage’. We hear all of the fun and games that goes along with being in an actors space while they get into character and get the scoop on some of the biggest stars the world has ever seen. Simon discusses the strict ‘two minutes’ that led to having tea with Lady Oliver to his special appearance at Sir Ken Dodd’s 90th birthday party and which jazz icon blew a trumpet in Simon’s face? Have a listen to find out…….Appear on the show and leave us a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/TwiceNightlyThePodcastGet in touch - [email protected]IG - twicenightlytheatrepodcastTikTok- twicenightlypodcastX- @twicenightlypodFacebook - Twice Nightly: The PodcastBrought to you by Frame This Presents...Key words Simon Annand, photography, The Half, Backstage, actors, dressing room, theatre, photograph

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey who kick off series 4 by chatting to the multi-talented Gareth Joyner. From their glass-collecting beginnings to the bright lights of Britains Got Talent, Gareth takes us through their life as a comedy and cabaret superstar. We discuss everything from Gareths alter egos, the international diva Myra Dubois and try hard club comic Frank Lavender, to their insatiable love for theatre history. Gareth reveals all about Frank Lavenders new show at the Soho theatre on 20-21st May and about how Myra Dubois tickled the nations funny bone on one of TV’s biggest talent shows. Freshly back from touring the UK and Ireland Michael and Maria tell us some of their favourite venues they’ve performed at over the last couple of months. Any guesses? Listen to find out…… 

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Key words Gareth Joyner, Comedy, Frank Lavender, Cabaret, Soho Theatre, LGBTQ+, Myra Dubois, Britains Got Talent, Variety Theatre, Australia

Tickets for Frank Lavender at The Soho Theatre can be found here: https://sohotheatre.com/events/frank-lavender

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they chat with fellow cast mates, Ian ' H' Watkins, Gareth Thomas and Caryl Parry Jones ahead of their upcoming pantomime Y Bont Fean 'Elves Overboard'. We discuss all things Christmas, Cowbridge and theatre, but which of our stars would love a pig in their electric blanket? Have a listen to find out...

Elves Overboard runs from the 16th -24th December at Cowbridge Town Hall. Click here for tickets

https://www.cowbridgepanto.com/booktickets

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they chat to actor and creator Keith Ramsay ahead of his upcoming run of 'Eve: All About Her' at The Soho Theatre. Our duo discuss all things Margot Channing with Keith along with exploring many other samples of Queer iconography. We also chat about Keiths current role in The Play That Goes Wrong and discover how he never leaves his cabaret roots far behind. Mike and Maria also take a look back at some of their favourite moment from series 3? What are they we hear you ask! Have a listen to find out…

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey in chatting to the ultra fabulous Kit Green.

From a chance meeting at an event hosted by Paul O’Grady and gatecrashed by Chrissie Hynde, Kit opens up about their life as a performer, songwriter, artist and cabaret star.

We discuss everything from Kits alter egos Ida Barr and Tina C to their work as artist in residence at the British Library.

Kit reveals all about their show ‘Music Hall Monster’ discussing controversial music hall star Fred Barnes and treats us to a love performance of a song from the show.

We also feature exclusive clips from Kit’s incredible album ‘Always Here’. Kits album is available on all music platforms, go and have a listen and let us know your favourite tracks, you might be spoiled for choice!

We also go on a mission to discover whether we’re big in Hong Kong, and you can discover who Leila is, Maria’s stealthy houseguest. Listen to find out……

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Cabaret, Music, LGBTQ+, Kit Green, Wiltons Music Hall, Victoria Wood, Variety Theatre,

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they chat to director, actor and all-round theatrical genius Guy Masterson ahead of his upcoming run of 'Under Milk Wood' at one of our favourite haunts, Wiltons Music Hall . Our duo discuss all things Dylan Thomas with Guy along with unearthing stories about his other Olivier-nominated and winning triumphs 'The Shark is Broken', 'Twelve Angry Men' and 'Morecambe'. We also chat intimately about Guy's uncle, none other than Richard Burton, and how a road trip together before Burton's death inspired Guy's career. As a bonus, you will even discover what Elizabeth Taylor had hanging on her walls. Have a listen to find out…

Buy Tickets for Under Milk Wood here: https://wiltons.org.uk/whatson/789-under-milk-wood

Links to 'Twice Nightly' show tickets:

LIVERPOOL - Royal Court - Studio

Thu 27 - Sat 29 April - 2.30pm/7.30pm

www.liverpoolsroyalcourt.com

PRESCOT - Shakespeare North Playhouse

Sat 6 (2/6pm) - Sun 7 May (4pm)

https://shakespearenorthplayhouse.co.uk/event/twice-nightly/

BRIDGNORTH - Theatre On The Steps

Fri 12 May – 7.30pm

www.theatreonthesteps.co.uk

WIRRAL - The Gladstone Theatre

Sat 20 May – 7.30pm

www.gladstonetheatre.org.uk

BLACKPOOL - The Blackpool Grand

Sat 27 May - 2.30/7.30

https://www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk/event/twice-nightly

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Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they chat to writer, archivist and creative director of the Gene Kelly Legacy, Mrs Gene Kelly herself, Patricia Kelly. Our duo discusses all things Gene from his most iconic Hollywood movies to their romantic home life. In this heart-warming and intimate interview Maria and Michael ask all their burning Gene Kelly questions. Which part of Gene looked as good in real life as it did on screen?  Have a listen to find out…

Visit the Gene Kelly Legacy here: ⁠www.genekellythelegacy.com⁠

A very special thank you to our sponsor ‘Let’s All Dance’, find out more about their fantastic work and book your tickets at ⁠www.lets-all-dance.co.uk⁠

Links to 'Twice Nightly' show tickets:

LIVERPOOL - Royal Court - Studio

Thu 27 - Sat 29 April - 2.30pm/7.30pm

⁠⁠www.liverpoolsroyalcourt.com⁠⁠

SETTLE -

Thu 11 May – 7.30pm

⁠⁠www.settlevictoriahall.org.uk⁠⁠

BRIDGNORTH -

Fri 12 May – 7.30pm

⁠⁠www.theatreonthesteps.co.uk⁠⁠

WIRRAL -

Sat 20 May – 7.30pm

⁠⁠www.gladstonetheatre.org.uk⁠⁠

MIDDLESBOROUGH - Middlesborough Theatre

Thu 25 May – 7.30pm

⁠⁠www.middlesbroughtheatre.co.uk⁠⁠

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