Stage Door Podcast: Recent Episodes
Victoria Bullard & Eliza Gunther
A podcast talking all things theatre from auditioning to onstage horror stories with special guest appearances from some of Australia's leading creators. Conveniently hosted by two over caffeinated thespians, we can't wait to share our love of theatre with you all. If you have any stories or any feedback you can contact us vie our instagram: ps.stagedoorpod or vie email: ps.stagedoor.podcast@gmail.com
In this week's episode Tori and Eliza are joined by writer, performer and headliner for Sydney Fringe Festival Almitra Mavalvala to talk all things ‘Blacklisted’, an original musical theatre work. Together they discuss the inspiration behind the show, Almitra’s journey with immigration, racial profiling, Epilepsy and so much more!
For more about Blacklisted check out their socials:
@blacklisted_cabaret or @almitra_m on Instagram
Tickets for Blacklisted 5th-9th September at PACT Theatre Sydney
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Created and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Eliza Vine
Edited by Eliza Vine
In this week's episode Tori and Eliza are joined by director LJ Wilson and actor Lucy Burke to talk all things 'Saturday Girls' by Miranda Michalowski. Together they discuss the inspiration behind the show, the impact of social media on young people, the queer adolescent experience, what they hope audiences will get from the show and so much more!
For more about Saturday Girls check out their socials:
@saturdaygirls_play on Instagram
Tickets for 'Saturday Girls' 9th - 27th of August at Belvoir St Theatre
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Created and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Eliza Vine
Edited by Michael Di Guglielmo
Join Tori and Gareth for the second Deep Dive of 2023 into the world of Broadway Revivals! Together they discuss the 2023 Tony revival season, the choice around doing revivals, celebrity castings, the Australian revival scene and so much more!
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Created and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Eliza Vine
Edited by Victoria Bullard & Eliza Vine
Edited by Michael Di Guglielmo
In this week's episode Tori is joined by Sophia Bryant and Emma Van Veen, the director and movement director of 'Dumb Kids'. Together they discuss the inspiration behind the show, the impact they hope to have on audiences, the lack of queer education in schools, how movement communicates where words can't and so much more!
For more about Dumb Kids check out their socials:
@legittheatrecoon Instagram
@sophiagrace_bryant on Instagram
@emmavanveenarton Instagram
Tickets for 'Dumb Kids' June 23 - July 8th at KXT on Broadway
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Created and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Eliza Vine
Edited by Victoria Bullard
In part 2 of this week's double episode drop, Tori sit's down to chat again with Liam Head, who was recently announced as Australia's Fiyero in 'Wicked'. As Sydney prepares to be mystified by the return of Wicked The Musical to the Sydney Lyric Theatre in August Tori and Liam chat about the audition process, the challenges Liam is excited to tackle as Fiyero, how he's preparing for the role now and so much more!
For more about Wicked and Liam check out their socials:
@wickedinozon Instagram
@liam_headon Instagram
Wicked The Musical
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Created and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Eliza Vine
Edited by Victoria Bullard
In this week's double episode drop, Tori and Eliza are joined by the co-founder of The Head Bros, Liam Head. Together they discuss the recent success and creation of 10 Act Cabaret, Jagged Little Pill, and take a dive into Liam's experience on set for an upcoming feature film!
For more about The Head Bros and Liam & Kyle Head check out their socials:
@theheadbros_ on Instagram
@liam_head on Instagram
@kyleheadphotographyon Instagram
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Created and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Eliza Vine
Edited by Michael Di Guglielmo
In this weeks episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by Lily Hayman and Tyler Fitzpatrick from Purple Tape Productions! Together they discuss the inspiration behind the founding of Purple Tape, the impact they hope to have on the theatre industry, the challenges they’ve faced, Tape Over at KXT and so much more!
For more about Purple Tape Productions and Lily and Tyler check out their socials:
@purpletapeproductions on Instagram
@lilyhayman & @tylzfitzpatrick on Instagram
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Created and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Eliza Vine
Edited by Olivia Sellers
In this weeks episode, Tori and Eliza are joined my podcast alumni Vidya Makan to talk all things 'The Lucky Country' ahead of the world premier at The Hayes later this month! Together they discuss the inspiration behind the show, the future of Australian musicals, the process of writing original work, what it means to be 'Aussie', the exciting challenge of stepping away as a writer and stepping in as an actor and so much more!
For more about The Lucky Country and Vidya check out their socials:
@luckycountrymusicalon Instagram
The Lucky Country tickets from the 26th of May
@vidyamakan on Instagram or vidyamakan.com
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Created and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Eliza Vine
Edited by Victoria Bullard
In this weeks episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by TikTok sensation Alex Van den Broek (she/her). Together they discuss how Alex found herself in the world of choral and vocal arranging, the institution of acapella in the US, how she made her mark on TikTok doing vocal arrangements, how her acapella girl group MVP came together and so much more!
For more about Alex check out their socials: @alexvandenbroek on Instagram or @avdbsings on TikTok
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Created and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Eliza Vine
Edited by Victoria Bullard
Join Eliza for the first deep dive of 2023, joined once again by their favourite guest co-host Gareth Isaac! This week our host’s discuss the sensationalised musical Chicago. Together they talk about the real crimes of the six merry murderesses, it's star studded cast, Bob Fosse’s unique choreography style and it’s relevance today!
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Created and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Eliza Vine
Edited by Victoria Bullard & Eliza Vine
In this weeks episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by trailblazer Jahla Black (they/them/he). Fresh off the set of the new Australian musical Bearded together they chat about their journey navigating the industry as a trans, non-binary performer, learning Jagged Little Pill in 6 days and their fear of escape rooms!
For more about Jahla check out their socials: @jahlakimberleyblack on Instagram or @kimpossinle on Tik Tok
To follow Bearded The Musical you can find them @beardedmusical on instagram and Tik Tok
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Created and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Eliza Vine
Edited by Olivia Sellers
In this weeks episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by rising musical theatre star Deirdre Khoo! Together they chat about her journey from K-Pop classes to WAAPA, her experience as Janet in the 50th Anniversary tour of Rocky Horror Show and more!
For more about Deirdre and The Rocky Horror Show check out: @thedeirdrekhoo on Instagram and Tik Tok
and The Rocky Horror Show @rockyhorroraus on Instagram
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Created and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Eliza Vine
Edited by Victoria Bullard & Eliza Vine
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by the Australian actor Hadrian Conyngham! Together they chat about getting back into acting after Covid, the importance of new queer works in Australia, working with the fantastic team at Fruit Box Theatre on 'Comfort, Spin, Travel', diversity in theatre and more!
For more about Hadrian and Comfort, Spin, Travel check out:@hadrianconyngham on Instagram
Comfort, Spin, Travel at Fruit Box Theatre
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Created and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Vine
Edited by Olivia Sellers
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by the Australian actor, puppeteer, writer and current cast member of Darkness, Drew Wilson! Together they chat about the creation of Darkness, a new theatrical experience in Sydney, how he got his start in puppeteering through War Horse, the precise chaos of being a swing, getting involved with new theatre and more!
For more about Drew and Darkness check out:@drewdrewwilson on Instagram
Experience Darkness
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by the Model, performer, BLM advocate and self-titled fat & queer content creator, Milo Hartill! Together they chat about the crazy world of Fangirls The Musical, Bringing more diversity to the stage in Australia, creating a space in the arts where everyone feels welcome, the differences between body positivity and body acceptance and so much more!
For more about Milo check out:@milohartill on Instagram
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
In this week's episode and our season 3 finale, Tori and Eliza are joined by the owner, producer and co-found of Salty Theatre, Ashley Taylor Tickell! Together they discuss the upcoming Australian premiere of Stranger Sings! the Musical Parody, the value in nourishing new musicals, the importance of finding the truth in parody, how shows such as Stranger Sings open the gates to the general public to comfortably enter the world of theatre and so much more!
For more on Salty Theatre check out:
@saltytheatre on Instagram
@strangersingsmusicalau on Instagram
Salty Theatre website
Stranger Sings Australia website
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by one of the Associate Producers for Australian Theatre Live, Lucy Clements! Together the discuss the launch of Australia's own theatre streaming platform, the vision behind creating ATL, the importance of making theatre accessible in all forms, some of Lucy's top pick to watch on the platform and more!
For more on Australian Theatre Live check out:
@austheatrelive on Instagram
The Australian Theatre Live website
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined once again by their favourite deep dive cohost, Gareth Isaac! This week our host's cancan their way into a deep dive into the spectacular Moulin Rouge The Musical! Together they discuss the movie to stage adaptation, how the use of pop music makes the show more accessible to a wider audience, the insane choreography, the spectacle and so much more!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by current cast member of SIX The Musical Australia, Chelsea Dawson! Together they discuss graduating university during the Covid 19 pandemic, the beauty of the SIX Queendom, taking the leap from full time study straight into a professional gig, audition advice and so much more!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
Tori Bullard:In this week's episode, we’re switching things up a little bit Eliza and Gareth are joined by their fellow co-host Tori! Together they discuss Tori making their writing debut at Sydney Fringe, the process of putting up a show for the first time, the importance of telling queer stories, how their gender journey has impacted their writing process and more!
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In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined once again by their favourite deep dive cohost, Gareth Isaac! Together they stare down the barrel of the cult favourite musical Heathers diving into everything from the new songs developed for the West End production, the insane fanbase of the show, differences between the original film and the musical adaption, the grip this show has on the amateur and indie theatre scene in Australia, the costume choices and so much more!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by a current super swing in Friends: The Musical Parody, Lucinda Wilson! Together they discuss taking the massive leap from studying full-time to swinging in a touring show, the importance of making mistakes, making her QPAC debut, her tips for first-time swings and more!
For more about Lucinda check out:
@lucinda.wilson on Instagram
Tickets for Friends The Musical Parody
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by queer creative, writer and performer Sarah Carroll! Together they discuss the creation of Sarah's first one-woman show 'Cherry', the impact of mentors for budding creators, the process of creating and mounting a show, the struggles of indie theatre in Australia and more!
For more about Sarah check out:
@_sarahleigh on Instagram
@cherrytheshow on Instagram
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by fantastic Sydney-based performer Ren McMeiken! Together they discuss Ren's Sydney debut, her move from NZ to study at the Queensland Conservatorium, the fantastical chaos of The Mystery of Edwin Drood, the struggles that health and mental health add to the intense world of a performer and so so much more!
For more about Ren check out:
@laurenmcmeiken on Instagram
Tickets for The Mystery Of Edwin Drood at The Seymour Centre
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined once again by their favourite deep dive cohost, Gareth Isaac! Together they delve into the world of the resurrected Broadway phenomenon, Beetlejuice, chatting about everything from the incredible resurrection of the show, the set design, casting choices, the shit in viewership and so much more!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by up and coming queer playwright Jacob Parker! Together they discuss how Jacob found himself as a writer, how he works through writing slumps, the process of creating and putting up his first show, why queer theatre is so important, advice for young writers and more!
For more about Jacob check out:
@jaffle888 on Instagram
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by phenomenal queer artist and current cast member of 'Antigone' with State Theatre Company of South Australia, Chiara Gabrielli! Together they discuss how Chiara came to find herself in the world of Drag Kings and Queens, why this new reimaging of Antigone by Elena Carapetis (after Sophocles) packs such a punch, the importance of acknowledging burn out and more!
For more about Chiara and to book tickets to see Antigone check out:
@chiara.witha.ch on Instagram
@bruno_salsicce on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/bruno_salsicce/?hl=en
Tickets for Antigone at The State Theatre Company of South Australia
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by the insanely talented, Jarrod Draper, a current cast member of Moulin Rouge: The Musical. Together they discuss how Jarrod first stepped into the world of musical theatre, the ever-changing landscape of theatre in Australia, the hard but positive impact of covid on the company of Moulin Rouge, audition advice and more
For more about Jarrod and to book tickets to see Moulin Rouge check out:
@jarrod_draper Instagram
Tickets for Moulin Rouge in Sydney or their return Melbourne season!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined not by a guest, but rather a cheeky bevaragino! Together, Tori and Eliza catch you up on their busy lives, what they have been up to, the dreaded burnout as well as answering questions the listeners have sent in to get to know our fabulous hosts more. Welcome, to Stage Door Wine Night!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by the hilarious, fabulously talented up and comer Katelin Koprivec, current cast member of "The Deb" with The Australian Theatre for Young People. Together they discuss making her professional debut, being a part of a new piece of impactful Australian music theatre, how she is recovering after the impact Covid-19 had on the arts industry, the changes being made in the industry and more!
For more about Katelin and to book tickets to see The Deb check out:
@katelinkoprivec Instagram
Tickets for The Deb at ATYP's Rebel Theatre
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by Elizabeth Hay, a current cast member from the Australian Tour of "Girl From The North Country"! Together they discuss tour life, the history behind the show, advice to fellow performers who are in the midst of audition season, how this show has impacted audiences and more!
For more about Elizabeth and Girl from The North Country check out:
@elizabeth_hay Instagram
Girl From The North Country's website
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined once again by their favourite deep dive cohost, Gareth Isaac! Together they delve into the world of the Broadway smash-hit musical, Mean Girls, chatting all about the phenomenal music, the go-to pump up vibes, what lacked in the "cult classic" department, what characters make the show stick, the intense show fandom and more!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by the absolutely angel-voiced, phenomenal performer Stefanie Caccamo! Together they discuss how Stefanie joined the world of music theatre, her time working on Lizzie and what it taught her, why classic theatre pieces need refreshing when being taken back to the main stage, why Once has such an impact on so many and more!
For more about Stefaniecheck out:
@stefcaccamo Instagram
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by the casting director and founder of Evolution Casting, the fabulous Rhys Velasquez! Together they discuss Rhys' decision to create Evolution Casting, delve into their mission as a casting director, what lead them to this point, what changes they are making to have a positive impact on the industry and so much more!
For more about Rhys and Evolution Casting check out:
@rhyonce___ on Instagram
@evolutioncastingau on Instagram
The Evolution Casting Website for their mission statement, enquires, artist and creatives submissions and more!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode, we are starting Season 3 with a BANG! Tori and Eliza are joined by Vocal Coach, viral TikTok and Youtube creator Hannah Bayles! Together they delve into how Hannah landed herself in the world of vocal coaching, how her TikTok fame changed her career path forever, how sacred the connection between a vocal coach and student is and more!
For more about Hannah follow:
@hannah.bayles on Instagram and TikTok
Hannah Bayles on Youtube
And visit her Website for more on coaching and masterclasses!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Art by Catherine Gunther
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In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by performer and all-around phenomenal woman Zoe Ioannou! Together they discuss how Zoe found her way into theatre, what it was like performing one of the most well-known musicals in Germany, how she has been keeping hold of her creativity during the lockdown, working her first "muggle" job and more!
For more about Zoe follow:
@zoeioannou
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Season Finale Giveaway!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
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In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by performer and current cast member of Come From Away Australia, Kaya Byrne! Together they discuss how Kaya made his first steps into the world of theatre, some common misconceptions of swings, standbys and understudies, what the rehearsal process is like for a standby, and why this show has such an impact on audiences around the world!
For more about Kaya follow:
@kayabyrne
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- 9-5 The Dolly Parton Musical Brisbane Waitlist
- Girl From The North Country at the Theatre Royal
- And She Would Stand This with Antipodes Theatre Melbourne Feb 2022
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by Aussie theatre and film actor Jaxon Graham-Wilson. Together they discuss getting into professional theatre at a young age, what auditioning during COVID times is like, how as an actor is can be hard to push past rejection, transitioning from stage to screen and how some roles stay with us forever.
For more about Jaxon follow:
@jgeedub
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- LIZZIE The Musical at The Hayes Jan 13 - Feb 5 2022
- Moulin Rouge The Musical Australia Opening November 12
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are once again joined by Gareth Isaac for the final Deep Dive of the year! In their latest deep dive as voted by you, they chat about the myth, the musical, Hadestown! Together they discuss casting choices, the links to the original mythology, the phenomenal set and lighting, the circular format of the show, its political implications and more!
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- 9 to 5 Australian Premiere, tickets on sale now
- Jagged Little Pill is on sale now at The Theatre Royal
- Mental Health Organizations Beyond Blue, Headspace and Lifeline
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
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In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by the crazy talented Toby Francis! Together they discuss how ADHD fits into the world of theatre, Toby’s time with Kinky Boots and the vocal injury he suffered at the end of his run, diversifying yourself as a performer along with chatting about his career and what he hopes from his future!
For more about Toby follow:
@tobythefrancis
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- The BOOMKAK PANTO 20 November - 23 December 2021 at Belvoir Street Theatre
- West End Smash Hit 9-5 The Musical at the Capitol Theatre February 2022
- AHDH Awareness Month Resources:
- @thepsychdoctormd
- @adhdoers
- @mollys_adhd_mayhem
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by the up and coming theatre star, Madeline Grice! Together they discuss Madeline's journey in the 102.9 Hot Tomato Search for Sophie Sheridan in Mama Mia, a competition reminiscent of The Search for Elle Woods, how her hip injury at a young age changed her trajectory as a performer and what it was like stepping back on stage to perform after so many years away.
For more about Madeline follow:
@madelinegrice
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Hamilton Sydney 2021
- Come From Away Sydney 2021
- Mental Health Organizations Beyond Blue, Headspace and Lifeline
Leave us a rate and review, and let us know what you’d love to hear in our next episode on our Instagram @ps.stagedoorpod or via our email at ps.stagedoor.podcast@gmail.com
Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by the insanely talented Karis Oka! Together they discuss Karis' experience jumping straight from studying into the Australian Premiere of "SIX The Musical", her time working on the new Australian musical "Fangirls" as well as her hopes for the future of theatre in Australia.
For more about Karis follow:
@karisoka
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
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In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are once again joined by Gareth Isaac for another Deep Dive! In their latest deep dive as voted by you, they chat about the stage musical adaptation of Anastasia. Together they discuss casting choices, the choice of a new antagonist, the reality of Russia at that time, the musical shifts and much much more!
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Come From Away is available on Apple TV+ from the 10th of September
- The Production Company's online archive
- Mental Health Organizations Beyond Blue, Headspace and Lifeline
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this week's episode Tori and Eliza are joined by Latin dancers and business owners Lily Cornish and Charlotte Page! Together they discuss the world of Latin dance, traveling the world with Burn the Floor, going back to study your true passion and starting their own latin dance fitness business!
For more about Lily, Charlotte and Latin Fitness follow:
@lilycornish
@_charlottepage
@latinfitnessau
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Mental Health Organizations Beyond Blue, Headspace and Lifeline
Leave us a rate and review, and let us know what you’d love to hear in our next episode on our Instagram @ps.stagedoorpod or via our email at ps.stagedoor.podcast@gmail.com
Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this week's episode Tori and Eliza are joined by emerging performer Sabrina Kirkham! Together they discuss her time working on Packemin Productions Mamma Mia and We Will Rock you, what it is like portraying one of the most iconic theatre and pop culture characters and what is driving her urge to study in the US!
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Mental Health Organizations Beyond Blue, Headspace and Lifeline
- The Mitchell Old Company's "Heather's" 2022
- "Grease" at the Queensland Conservatorium
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this week's episode Tori and Eliza are once again joined by the hilarious Manon Gunderson-Briggs! Together they discuss Manon's journey into the world of theatre, her professional debut in "Muriel's Wedding The Musical" originating the role of Cheryl, her upcoming journey to Newfoundland and how she is coping with Sydney's latest round of lockdown's!
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Mental Health Organizations Beyond Blue, Headspace and Lifeline
- "Hamilton" at Her Majesty's Theatre Melbourne
- "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" at QPAC
Leave us a rate and review, and let us know what you’d love to hear in our next episode on our Instagram @ps.stagedoorpod or via our email at ps.stagedoor.podcast@gmail.com
Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this week's episode Tori and Eliza are once again joined by Gareth Isaac for part 2 of their Phantom of the Opera and Love Never Dies Deep Dive! We hope you are ready for a wild ride as they discuss in depth the plot of the shows, the unexpected innuendo, Christine's motives, the "character murder" in Love Never Dies, the beautiful sets and more!
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" at QPAC
- "Alice's Adventures: The Musical" Postponed season on sale now!
- ALW "Cinderella" Original Cast Recording
- Mental Health Organizations Beyond Blue, Headspace and Lifeline
Leave us a rate and review, and let us know what you’d love to hear in our next episode on our Instagram @ps.stagedoorpod or via our email at ps.stagedoor.podcast@gmail.com
Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this weeks episode Tori and Eliza are joined by rising Musical Theatre talent Conor Putland! Together they discuss graduating from university straight into a pandemic and the benefits it had, the challenges Conor faced taking on the role of Harry in "Suddenly: The New Short Musical" one of the first original stage musicals, created for the screen as well as diving into Conor's past experience and what it has taught him!
For more about Conor:
Follow his Instagram @Conorputland
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- "Suddenly: A New Short Musical" available free on Youtube
- Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Cinderella" tickets now on sale!
- "Bonnie and Clyde" at the Hayes Theatre Company
Leave us a rate and review, and let us know what you’d love to hear in our next episode on our Instagram @ps.stagedoorpod or via our email at ps.stagedoor.podcast@gmail.com
Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this weeks episode Tori and Eliza are joined by 2 members of the creative team for the new Australian musical "Alice’s Adventures", Andy Freeborn and Jess Ramsey. Together they discuss the process of creating a new musical, how the show has developed and changed since the first workshop, how Andy was inspired to write this show, what they hope for the shows future and more!
For more about Alices Adventures The Musical:
Follow Alice's Adventures on Instagram @AlicesAdventures_TheMusical
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Tickets for Come From Away Sydney
- Alice's Adventures Giveaway
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this weeks episode Tori and Eliza are joined by the Artistic Director of the Australian Theatre for Young People, Fraser Corfield! Together they discuss how Fraser found his way into the position as an artistic director, why young creatives play such an integral part in the future of theatre and how ATYP's initiatives are helping push the boundaries of theatre, especially for young people!
For more about ATYP:
Follow ATYP on Instagram @ATYP_Theatre
Visit the ATYP website for more information on classes and upcoming shows
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Mary Poppins The Musical Sydney May 2022
- West Side Story Perth and Brisbane 2021
- Alice's Adventures: A The Musical Workshop Sydney June 25th-26th
Leave us a rate and review, and let us know what you’d love to hear in our next episode on our Instagram @ps.stagedoorpod or via our email at ps.stagedoor.podcast@gmail.com
Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this weeks episode Tori and Eliza are joined by Gareth Isaac to talk all things Phantom Of The Opera! Together in the much awaited return of Deep Dives, the three discuss the current state of the show on the West End following the announcement by Cameron Mackintosh some "changes" are to be made to a number of aspects of the show, the opulence of the design, character choices, the importance of a live orchestra and more!
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Tickets for The Removalists at The New Theatre
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this weeks episode Tori and Eliza are joined by Jordie Race-Coldrey and Dean Gild to talk all things Suddenly: A New Short Musical! Together they discuss the inspiration behind the creation of this show, creating theatre for a new digital age, some of the challenges they faced in pairing stage performance and film in creating Suddenly, their hopes for the future of the show and more!
For more about Suddenly visit:
Follow Suddenly on Instagram @Suddenlymusical
Visit the Suddenly website for more info as well as their Youtube Channel for sneaks peaks and the Worldwide Premier on Friday the 30th of April
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Tickets for Movicals at Gingers, use code STAGEDOOR for 10% off!
Leave us a rate and review, and let us know what you’d love to hear in our next episode on our Instagram @ps.stagedoorpod or via our email at ps.stagedoor.podcast@gmail.com
Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this weeks episode Tori and Eliza are joined by the Associate Director of Circa, Ben Knapton! Together they discuss the inspiration to join with UK studio Aardman to create Shaun The Sheep's Circus Show, how Circa push the boundaries of theatre and some of the challenges they experienced in turning this beloved children's TV show into a Circus Spectacular for all ages!
For more about Circa visit:
Follow Sydney Cabaret on Instagram @Circapresents
Visit Circa's website for more info on past and future productions
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Tickets for Shaun The Sheep's Circus Show
- Tickets for Movicals at Gingers, use code STAGEDOOR for 10% off!
- Suddenly: A Short New Musical trailer
Leave us a rate and review, and let us know what you’d love to hear in our next episode on our Instagram @ps.stagedoorpod or via our email at ps.stagedoor.podcast@gmail.com
Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this weeks BONUS episode Tori and Eliza are joined by the cast of Archery Productions latest cabaret, Movicals, Georgina Hopson, Monique Sallé and Angelina Thomson! Together they discuss their inspiration for the show, how they became this unstoppable trio and who they stuck together throughout covid to not only survive, but to thrive together!
For more about Archery Productions visit:
Follow Sydney Cabaret on Instagram @Sydneycabaret
Visit Archery Productions for more info on the Sydney Cabaret Showcase
Georgina Hopson @georginahopson
Monique Sallé @mondogs
Angelina Thomson @angelinathomson
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Tickets for Movicals at Gingers, use code STAGEDOOR for 10% off!
- Snowpiercer on Netflix
Leave us a rate and review, and let us know what you’d love to hear in our next episode on our Instagram @ps.stagedoorpod or via our email at ps.stagedoor.podcast@gmail.com
Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this weeks episode Tori and Eliza are joined by one of the one of Australia's up and coming theatre stars, Sarah Murr! Together they discuss Sarah's journey so far in the industry, the choice to go back and study post COVID and what it was like getting the call that Shrek was being brought back for a final season in Brisbane after a 9 month Lockdown!
For more about Sarah visit:
Follow Emma on Instagram @rrumharas
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Waitlist for Cinderella at The Capitol Theatre
- Tickets for Movicals at Gingers, use code STAGEDOOR for 10% off!
Leave us a rate and review, and let us know what you’d love to hear in our next episode on our Instagram @ps.stagedoorpod or via our email at ps.stagedoor.podcast@gmail.com
Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this weeks episode Tori and Eliza are joined by one of the Casting Guild of Australia’s youngest members, McGregor Castings Daisy Hicks! Together they discuss what a casting directors job really entails, how the job changes project to project, what it takes to be a casting director as well as answering some burning questions from our listeners in regards to the world of casting and more!
For more about Daisy visit:
Follow Emma on Instagram @daisyhicks
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Create an account with Showcast
- Tickets for Jali at Griffin Theatre Company
- Tickets for Glengarry Glen Ross at the New Theatre
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this weeks episode Tori and Eliza are joined by the wonderful Emma Powell, from Come From Away! Together they talk about the recent re-open in Melbourne after the long 9 month in lockdown, becoming an honorary Ganderite, the impact Come From Away has in a post Covid World and more!
For more about Emma visit:
Follow Emma on Instagram @emmapowell68
And Twitter @emmapowell68
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Tickets to seeCome From Away in Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney!
- Tickets for Glengarry Glen Ross at the New Theatre
- Tickets to see Fangirls in Melbourne
- Charlie Collins (Finally) Gets a Life by Emma Powell
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this weeks episode Tori and Libby are joined by the phenomenal Samm Hagen, who is currently performing in Disney's "Frozen" at the Capitol Theatre in Sydney! Together they talk about the magic of Frozen and how the production has been going post COVID, building stamina to performer the energetic role of Elle Woods, advice for those heading into the industry and so much more!
For more about Samm visit:
Follow Samm on Instagram @samm.hagen
And check out her website http://www.sammhagen.com/
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Tickets to see Frozen in Sydney
- Join the waitlist for Frozen Melbourne
- Bridgerton on Netflix
- The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien
- The Health Code Podcast by Sarah's Day
- Hamish & Handy Podcast
- My Favourite Murder Podcast by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark
Leave us a rate and review, and let us know what you’d love to hear in our next episode on our Instagram @ps.stagedoorpod or via our email at ps.stagedoor.podcast@gmail.com
Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this weeks episode Tori and Libby are joined by Louise Fischer, Artistic Director at the New Theatre in Sydney. Together they chat about the role as an Artistic Director, the negatives and positives of Covid in theatre, how the industry is moving forward in 2021, the struggles of rights and of course, mouse!
For more info on The New Theatre visit:
Follow them on Instagram @newtheatresydney
As well as on Facebook and via their Website
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Tickets for The New Theatre "Beautiful Thing"
- All Our Shimmering Skies by Trent Dalton
- The Godmother's by Monica McInerney
- Ozark
- Queen's Gambit
- Umbrella Academy
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this Season 2 premiere Tori and Libby chat about the year that was and the year ahead, their rebrand of the podcast, their goals for 2021 both personally and for the podcast, what they’re excited for this year and more!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music and Cover Art by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this weeks episode Tori and Libby are joined by Australian recording artist and international performer Marissa Saroca. Together they discuss Marissa’s experience working with Lea Salonga on The Voice Phillipines, how music and song writing lead her journey and how events of 2020 have changed her mindset journey as a performer.
For more info on Marissa visit:
Follow her Instagram @marissasaroca
As well as on Facebook
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Tickets for the 2020-2021 production of RENT at the Sydney Opera House
- Tickets to Picnic at Hanging Rock at the New Theatre
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this weeks episode Tori and Libby are joined by Australian Award Winning Director Shaun Rennie to do a deep dive into Stephen Sondheim’s “Into The Woods”. In this episode the three discuss the different themes in the show, hiding meaning within the songs, the character deaths and how the show reflects the current state of the world at any given time.
For more info on Shaun visit:
Follow his Instagram @shaunrenoir
https://www.shaunrennie.com/
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Come From Away Brisbane and Sydney Season
- Headwig and The Angry Inch
- RENT at the Sydney Opera House directed by Shaun Rennie
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this weeks episode Tori and Libby are joined by actress, performer, singer singer writer Olivia Vasquez! Together they discuss Liv’s first experience in a professional show where she was thrown into the deep end, diversity in the Australian industry and the creation and recording of her first solo “Move On” as well as future plans for her music!
For more info on Liv and her Music visit:
@olivia_clare_vasquez on Instagram
Listen to "Move On" on Apple Music and Spotify
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- Darlinghurst Theatre Company Bloom Festival
- "Picnic At Hanging Rock" The New Theatre
Leave us a rate and review, and let us know what you’d love to hear in our next episode on our Instagram @ps.stagedoorpod or via our email at ps.stagedoor.podcast@gmail.com
Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this weeks episode Tori and Libby are joined by actress, business woman and influencer Abigail King! Together they discuss Abbies business, Free The Artist, which has a main goal to help destroy the trop of the “starving artist”. Delving into what it means to be a financially free, working artists and some of her hot tips for achieving said financial freedom. They also chat about Abbie’s unintentional step into the world of social influencing and being a well known eco warrior!
For more info on Abbie and her business visit:
@abbiecadabi on Instagram
@freetheartistcoaching on Instagram and Facebook
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
- PATRICK WHITE PLAYWRIGHTS FELLOWSHIP
- NIDA's Production of "Next To Normal"
Leave us a rate and review, and let us know what you’d love to hear in our next episode on our Instagram @ps.stagedoorpod or via our email at ps.stagedoor.podcast@gmail.com
Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this week's episode Tori and Libby continue on with their new series all about Influential Women in Theatre History as they discuss with the phenomenal actor, composer and writer Micki Grant and equally phenomenal ground breaking producer Cheryl Crawford. Both women played huge roles in where the industry is today! Did you know about these women before now? Let us know!
Resources and suggestions from the episode:
Make the Pledge https://www.istandwiththequarter.com/
"& Juliet" Available to listen on Apple Music and Spotify
"Sing To Me Instead" By Ben Platt available to listen on Apple Music and Spotify
"Realms Apart" https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqe6XIUUM5FbbU9BV_ct2LQ
Leave us a rate and review, and let us know what you’d love to hear in our next episode on our Instagram @ps.stagedoorpod or via our email at ps.stagedoor.podcast@gmail.com
Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this weeks episode Tori and Libby are joined by the the remarkable actor, composer and writer Vidya Makan. Together they Discuss Vidya’s role in SIX as Catherine Parr and what it was like to be apart of a phenomenon of a show with such an amazing group of women, her experience working with Dean Drieberg and Sonya Suares on Watch This’s production of Sunday In The Park With George, along with writing her own shows about some of her biggest passions.
Go check out Vidya and more of her work:
https://www.vidyamakan.com/
@vidyamakan on Instagram
Leave us a rate and review, and let us know what you’d love to hear in our next episode on our Instagram @ps.stagedoorpod or via our email at ps.stagedoor.podcast@gmail.com
Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this weeks episode Tori and Libby are joined by Sophie Wright, an Australia actress and mindfulness coach. Together they discuss the effects and aftermath of Covid on mental health, some of Sophie’s tips for staying mindful and why it is so important as artists to practice mindfulness and why mental health should hold more weight in the arts in a professional setting and should be included as a part of you’re training before stepping into the professional world.
Find out more about Sophie's coaching and course's @ http://sophiewright.com.au/
Bulletin Mentions:
Sounds Of Broadway https://soundsofbroadway.com/
Artists of Colour Initiative https://www.aocinitiative.com/
Be You Inc. School Audition Grants https://www.beyouinc.org/schoolauditiongrants
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this week episode Tori and Libby are joined by their first International Guest, West End actor Chris Fung. Together they discuss what is was like taking the leap and moving to London, working as a BAME performer, what it was like working alongside James McAvoy and the amazing cast of Cyrano de Bergerac and his thoughts about what it means to pursue a career where you lack full control.
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this week’s episode Tori and Libby take a deep dive into the world of Dear Evan Hansen, discussing the family dynamics, the impacts both positive and negative of Social Media, actions and consequences and one of the big themes of the show, mental health.
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
Mental Health Resources:
https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
https://www.lifeline.org.au/
https://headspace.org.au/
In this week’s episode Tori and Libby are joined by Australian Music Theatre rising star Georgina Hopson. Together they discuss Georgina’s time playing Mother in Ragtime for The Production Company and the impact it had on her, working with Julie Andrews during My Fair Lady, how COVID has affected her plans for the year and her advice for those wishing to pursue a career in theatre and the performing arts!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
https://www.psstagedoorpodcast.com/
In this week's episode Tori and Libby sit down to talk about a certain school of magic and magic with their favourite Hufflepuff Gareth Isaac! Gareth shares his experience working on the Australian Premiere of Puffs as the Narrator, and what it is like going back to study doing a MFA in Voice at the National Institute of Dramatic Art after working professionally.
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode Tori and Libby embark on a new series all about Influential Women in Theatre History starting with the incomparable Vinnette Carroll and the lesser know Antoinette Perry, both women played huge roles in where theatre is today! Did you know about these women before now? Let us know!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode Tori and Libby are joined by Australian actor and performer Jake Tyler, talking about life on the high sea's working on cruise ships, sun stroke on set and all things jazz & soul!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
In this week's episode Tori and Libby are joined by their youngest guest yet, Oliver Alkhair talking about the transition from community theatre to professional theatre, what it was like working on Charlie and The Chocolate Factory and producing his first show at just 12 years old!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
In this weeks episode Tori and Libby are talking all things Little Shop of Horrors in their first ever Deep Dive, joined by Heather Campbell! Discussing castings, prop choices and of course #JusticeForAudrey!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
In this weeks episode Tori & Libby are joined by one of Australia's leading performers, Monique Sallé. Monique shares her auditions advice and fails, and many of the lessons she's learned in all her years of experience, plus a few things about bird wrangling with our hosts!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Music by Catherine Gunther
On this weeks episode Tori & Libby discuss Theatre Superstitions and the origin stories, from why we say break and leg to why it's bad luck to wear green on stage...someone better tell Elphaba! Come hang out with our hosts and find out the truth behind some superstitions.
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
On this weeks episode Tori & Libby talk all things Mini Marilyn and All Together Now with special guest Elizabeth Evans. Liz shares her insight into cabaret building, the differences between TV and stage acting, and learning about the industry at a young age with our hosts.
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
On this weeks episode Tori & Libby talk all things inspiration, from the performers in the theatre industry who inspire them the most to big actors you didn't know made their start in theatre!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
On this weeks episode Libby & Tori talk all things Disney with special guest Taylor Kunkle. Taylor shares her insight into the world of costume design and being a professional princess with our hosts.
In this episode Libby & Tori talk the the Do's and Don'ts of stage door, the newest unfolding dramas along with stories from some of your favourite musical theatre celebrities!
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
In this minisode Tori & Libby discuss all things COVID-19; its effect on the arts industry, keeping a positive outlook and getting creative during this time of isolation.
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
In this episode, Tori & Libby discuss all things new, from upcoming Australians shows and premieres to their current obsessions and shows they are begging to make an Australian debut! Plus an important PSA about the current state of things in the world of theatre.
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther
Hello Dolly! - In this very first episode, Tori & Libby discuss how they first met, stage mishaps, their favourite shows and how they fit into the world of theatre.
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Created, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther