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The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

Your weekly stagey catchup! Join West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, and industry co-hosts for a round-up of the latest theatre news and reviews. Special guests include West End performers, producers, journalists, creatives and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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54:27

Gravity Special: Louise Dearman, Kerry Ellis & Rachel...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/09/02

We’re back with a special episode all aboutGravityat the Theatre Royal Drury Lane! This one-off concert unitedWicked legends Louise Dearman, Kerry Ellis and Rachel Tucker for an unforgettable afternoon of belting and nostalgia.West End Frame EditorAndrew Tomlinsis joined byAdam Davenport, Dean of Performers College, who last co-hosted the fourth episode ofThe West End Frame Showback in 2019.Together, Andrew and Adam relive their standout moments fromGravity, reflect on the extraordinary impact

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24:53

Edinburgh Fringe: Hot Mess, Footballers Wives, Laura...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/08/13

Join West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, for a round-up of some shows at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe Festival.The shows discussed are Laura Benanti: Nobody Cares (Underbelly, Bristo Square), Spy Movie: The Play (Pleasance Courtyard), Jackie!!! (Gilded Balloon Patter House), Midnight at the Palace (Gilded Balloon Patter House), Hot Mess (Pleasance Courtyard) and Footballers Wives (Assembly Rooms).This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32Thanks for listening to this series! It's time

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54:18

S12 Ep26 (ft. Peter Caulfield): Maybe Happy Ending...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/07/28

It's the last episode of the series! Peter Caulfield (To Wong Foo/Tammy Faye) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show.Andrew and Peter discuss 101 Dalmatians starring Sydnie Christmas (Eventim Apollo) as well as the latest news about Songs For A New World, MJ The Musical closing, Kinky Boots, Coven and more. They also talk about the controversy surrounding Andrew Barth Feldman's casting in Maybe Happy Ending and the lack of Asian representation in musical theatre.The episode features a reel by

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10:43

SHOW TALK: Burlesque The Musical

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/07/22

Welcome to Burlesque! In this special episode, West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins shares his review of Burlesque The Musical.Based on the 2010 film starring Christina Aguilera and Cher, Burlesque The Musical premiered last year with runs in Manchester and Glasgow. The show has now transferred to the West End starring Orfeh, Jess Folley and Todrick Hall who has also directed and choreographed the production.Burlesque runs at the Savoy Theatre until 6th September 2025. Visit www.burlesqueonstage.com

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55:07

S12 Ep25 (ft. Harriet Bunton): Bootleg debate, Four...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/07/21

Harriet Bunton (Romeo & Juliet / Close Up: The Twiggy Musical) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Harriet discuss Four Play (Kings Head Theatre) as well as the latest news about bootlegs, Jesus Christ Superstar, Jon Robyns, Magic At The Musicals, Jack Wolfe, Glorious starring Wendi Peters, Merrily We Roll Along and lots more.Harriet's theatre credits include: ensemble in We Will Rock You (Dominion), Janet in The Rocky Horror Show (European Tour), Lisa in Mamma Mia! (Novello), Hodel in

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52:57

300th Episode (ft. Jasmine Leung): High School...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/07/14

Jasmine Leung (Wicked / Moulin Rouge) co-hosts the 300th episode of The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Jasmine discuss Titanique (Criterion Theatre), Noughts & Crosses (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre) and 35mm: A Musical Exhibition (Phoenix Arts Club) as well as the latest news about High School Musical, Clueless, Evita and lots more.Jasmine has been in the ensembles of Moulin Rouge, Wicked and Death Note as well as concert stagings of Evita and Oklahoma. Additionally Jasmine was a swing in the

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58:36

S12 Ep23 (ft. Emma Ralston): Jamie Lloyd's Evita,...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/07/07

Emma Ralston (Sister Act / Gavin and Stacey) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Emma discuss Evita starring Rachel Zegler (London Palladium) and Dita Von Teese presents Diamonds and Dust (Emerald Theatre) as well as the latest news about Grease casting announcements, Nicole Scherzinger's Royal Albert Hall concert, Debbie Isitt’s Military Wives musical, the West End return of Kinky Boots and lots more.Emma is currently starring in I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical. Written by Alexander S

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45:47

S12 Ep22 (ft. Aaron Aisoni): Hercules, Just For One...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/06/30

Aaron Aisoni (Pretty Woman / 35mm) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Aaron discuss Hercules (Theatre Royal Drury Lane) and Just For One Day (Shaftesbury Theatre) as well as the latest news about Fabiola Caraballo Quijada's performance at the Jimmy Awards, Lauren Drew leaving Titanique, Boop! closing, casting for The Lighting Thieftour and more.Aaron recently graduated from Urdang, having previously attended The Brit School. He made his professional debut in Pretty Woman (Theater 11,

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51:22

S12 Ep21 (ft. Marcus Collick): Rachel Zegler's...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/06/23

Marcus Collick co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Marcus delve into the controversy surrounding Rachel Zegler's balcony performance in Jamie Lloyd's production of Evita at the London Palladium. They also discuss Miss Myrtle's Garden (Bush Theatre) and their favourite West End LIVE performances (Trafalgar Square) as well as the latest news about Broadway closures, Marisha Wallace and Billy Portertransferring to Cabaret in New York, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button closing and lots

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46:59

BROADWAY: Gypsy starring Audra McDonald, Floyd...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/06/17

We're bringing you another BROADWAY special!Theatre journalist Lisa Martland (Musical Theatre Review) joins West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, to discuss some of the hottest shows on Broadway. In this episode they cover Gypsy starring Audra McDonald, Floyd Collins, Real Women Have Curves, Little Shop of Horrors and Six.Having spent many years at The Stage – including five years as Deputy Editor – Lisa Martland is a theatre journalist who has worked for theatrical publications such as Musical

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57:00

S12 Ep19 (ft. Marianka Swain): Stereophonic, Billy...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/06/16

Journalist and editor Marianka Swain returns to co-host The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Marianka discuss the West End transfer of Stereophonic (Duke of York's Theatre) as well as the latest news about the new Encores season including Billy Porter in La Cage aux Folles, new plays at the King's Head Theatre, Olly Alexander being cast in The Importance of Being Earnest and lots more.Marianka is a London-based journalist and editor, writing culture articles, reviews and general features for the

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1:02:35

BROADWAY: Death Becomes Her, Maybe Happy Ending, Oh...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/06/10

We're bringing you a BROADWAY special!Tom Self (Tina / Adrian Mole) joins West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, to discuss some of the hottest shows on Broadway. In this episode they cover Death Becomes Her, Maybe Happy Ending, Oh Mary, Smash, Boop, Just In Time, Pirates: The Penzance Musical, The Last Five Years and The Great Gatsby.Come back next week for a second Broadway episode with chat about more Broadway shows!Tom is an actor, composer and musical director. He is currently a swing and

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38:27

S12 Ep17 (ft. Rachael Nanyonjo): Patti LuPone...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/06/02

Rachael Nanyonjo (associate director of Retrograde) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Rachael discuss Patti LuPone's apology following her remarks about Kecia Lewisand Audra McDonald as well as the latest theatre news about Hamilton, 13 Going On 30, Top Hat, Orfeh and more.Rachael is associate director on Retrograde in the West End, having previously been associate director for Play On (Lyric Hammersmith / UK Tour) and Newsies (Troubadour Wembley Park).She was the movement director for My

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23:39

SHOW TALK: Shucked, Pop Off Michelangelo, New Six...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/05/27

Join West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins for a bonus show talk episode!In this episode, Andrew discusses Shucked (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), Pop Off, Michelangelo (Underbelly Boulevard), Six's 2025-26 UK & International tour cast (Aylesbury Waterside Theatre) and Bat Out Of Hell (Peacock Theatre). This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See

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49:36

S12 Ep16 (ft. Jessica Daley): Jessie J turns down...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/05/26

Jessica Daley (Evita / I Should Be So Lucky) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Jessica discuss the latest news about Jessie J turning down the role of Sally Bowles, Remember Monday, casting for Here and Now, Rob Houchen and Anna Jane Casey doing Sweeney Todd and lots more.They also talk about the Society of London Theatre and UK Theatre's report with analysis on the current state of theatre in the UK.Fifteen years ago, Jessica was a finalist on Over The Rainbow, BBC1's search for Dorothy

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54:13

S12 Ep15 (ft. Nelson Bettencourt): Here We Are, Tina...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/05/19

Nelson Bettencourt (Disney’s Aladdin/ Friendsical) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Nelson discuss Here We Are (National Theatre) and The Mad Ones (Other Palace Studio) as well as the latest news about Tina: The Tina Turner Musical closing, Cynthia Erivo's West End return, Legally Blonde's new tour, casting for The Sound of Music at Leicester Curve and lots more.Nelson recently played Babkak in the UK & Ireland tour of Disney’s Aladdin having previously played Ross in the UK tour of

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59:45

S12 Ep14 (ft. Jacob Fowler): Speedy boarding at...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/05/12

Jacob Fowler (The Addams Family / Heathers) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Jacob discuss Parlour Song (Greenwich Theatre) as well as the latest news about speedy boarding at theatres, Heathers off-Broadway, Ragtime, Adam Lambert, I'm Every Woman and lots more. Jacob is the winner of BBC1's Little Mix: The Search and went on to support Little Mix on their Confetti Arena Tour with his band Since September.Jacob played JD in the London and touring productions of Heathers. His

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31:10

S12 Ep13: A Knight's Tale, Tony nominations, Mary...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/05/05

This week West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins hosts a solo episode of The West End Frame Show. Andrew discusses A Knight's Tale (Manchester Opera House) and Mary Poppins (Manchester Palace, UK & Ireland Tour) as well as the latest news about Tony nominations, Redwood starring Idina Menzel closing, new Titanique casting, Operation Mincemeat and lots more. Andrew also talks about return trips to MJ, Starlight Express, The Book of Mormon and talks about Wicked's media night and Drew Gasparini's We

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53:03

S12 Ep12 (ft. Chuchu Nwagu): The Great Gatsby, trans...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/04/28

Theatre producer Chuchu Nwagu returns to co-host The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Chuchu discuss The Great Gatsby (ENO London Coliseum) as well as the latest news about My Son's A Queer, Six Japan, Paddington The Musical, the 2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards, King of Pangeaand more. Andrew and Chuchu also have a discussion about trans allyship in theatre and how our industry can do more to support our trans friends and colleagues.As a producer, Chuchu's West End credits include Red Pitch (Soho

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48:29

Q&A Episode (ft. Lilianna Hendy): Mean Girls, drama...

The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat ·

2025/04/21

Lilianna Hendy (Starlight Express) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!In this special Q&A episode, Andrew and Lilianna answer your questions. Topics include drama school advice, favourite Six songs, coolest dressing rooms, movie to musical adaptations, Death Becomes Her and more. Andrew also talks about his recent return visit to Mean Girls and Lilianna discusses all-things Starlight Express. Lilianna trained at Urdang and is currently making her professional debut in the London revival of

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