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March 26, 2024 The Buddha of Suburbia - Rehearsals
We're back in rehearsals with Emma's new production - The Buddha of Suburbia - adapted from (and with) the book by Hanif Kureishi. This time we're at the RSC in Stratford Upon Avon. In this episode, Emma talks about the acting company and the process of cutting work early. We've also got some sneak peeks at the music by Niraj Chag.
31 min
February 12, 2024 The morning after Press Night
We recorded this on Sunday afternoon after a week of final previews, a press night and a load out. The show is now in several trailers heading to Home Manchester.
In today's episode, Emma reveals that she had a speech planned... and we get to hear it.

(This is the full edit. We managed to cut a whole section of material in the edit).

19 min
February 05, 2024 Blue Beard Previews!
We made it. Blue Beard opened on Friday night for its first preview.
In this episode, Emma looks back on the craziness of the week and, armed with her fluffy mic, wanders around back stage as the house is about to open for Preview 2.
There are also some sneaky clips from the show too.
30 min
January 29, 2024 The Music Of Blue Beard
It's the final week in the rehearsal room for Blue Beard! Our own rehearsal space - TLC - is a little flooded at the moment, so we started the week by moving down the road to The Silk Mill. Despite the challenges, the show is on course for technical rehearsals at Bath Theatre Royal next week. This week, Emma (Rice) talks with the music team of Stu Barker, Ian Ross and Stephanie Hockley about making the show - with some exclusive audio clips from rehearsals and our new recording, Three Little Rings. WARNING - Contains some explicit language
30 min
January 15, 2024 Blue Beard - It’s Not About Pirates!
This week Emma (Rice) talks through the first few weeks of rehearsal for her new production - Blue Beard.
She talks about the plot (it's not about Pirates!). She also talks about the rehearsal process and why making this show is so important to her.
The countdown to preview one is on.
WARNING - Contains some explicit language
25 min
December 31, 2023 2023 Review
It's New Year's Eve and our first chance to sit down and record a new podcast! It's been quite the month and, to be honest, year.
Join Emma (Rice) on this extended podcast edition as she reviews (and reminds Simon) what happened this year.
This edition features all the highs and lows of Wise Children’s tour of Wuthering Heights, not to mention The Little Matchgirl at The Lucky Chance. It includes many backstage interviews with the Little Match Girl company and some clips of the final show - rough and ready as always.
54 min
December 08, 2023 Tech Week at The Lucky Chance
Recorded late in the evening on Emma's sofa (much to Simons's surprise) they talk about the final week of rehearsal before Tech and Dress Rehearsals start.
There's an interview with Ian Ross and a sneak preview of a new Christmas song Ian and Emma have written - recorded mid-rehearsal at TLC.

27 min
November 22, 2023 End Of Week One
It's Sunday at the end of week one of rehearsals for the Little Matchgirl at The Lucky Chance.
Emma (Rice) has taken her fluffy mic to catch up with actors and also talks to Simon Baker about the goings on at TLC.

28 min
November 15, 2023 The Day Before Rehearsals

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Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes episode!
The Little Matchgirl: A Morning with Artistic Director Emma Rice
It's the morning before rehearsals kick-off for the enchanting production of 'The Little Matchgirl' at Wise Children's new home - The Lucky Chance. Artistic Director Emma Rice sits down on this cold Sunday morning with Technical Director Simon Baker to share her insights, inspirations, and excitement about this magical project.
🌟 Get ready to immerse yourself in the creative world of Wise Children as Emma Rice discusses the unique energy surrounding this production and the significance of The Lucky Chance as their new theatrical haven.
🎧 Tune in to this special episode to hear firsthand about the anticipation, the creative process, and the magic that goes into bringing 'The Little Matchgirl' to life on stage.
Grab your coffee, find a cosy spot, and join us for an insightful journey!

27 min
September 10, 2023 We’re Back!
🎙️ Welcome to The Wise Children Podcast.
We're back podcasting after a year-long hiatus - and what a year its been. We've a lot top catch you up on.
First up is The Lucky Chance - our new home in Frome, Somerset.
We're also talking about The Little Matchgirl will will play at The Lucky Chance over Christmas this year - if we can make the toilets/bar/box office work.
Then, Emma talks about her new production for next year - Blue Beard.
It's a lot to take in.

23 min