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Backstage Curry

This podcast series finds Mark Curry in conversation with a range of guests with a view to asking the main questions - How did you do it? What’s it really like? What’s it like to play a leading role in a West End musical? What’s it like to represent the UK at The Eurovision Song Contest? What’s it like being on Strictly Come Dancing? What does it feel like to become famous? How is your event organised? What’s it like to play on Centre Court?In each episode, Mark delves into the detail. The process

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All Episodes

1:10:36

COME ON, LADIES - WE’RE LIVE IN FIVE! with Ruth...

Backstage Curry ·

2025/02/14

COME ON, LADIES - WE’RE LIVE IN FIVE! Behind the scenes of “Loose Women”, with Ruth Langsford.The award winning ITV daytime show, “Loose Women”, broadcasts live, Monday to Friday and Ruth Langsford is one of the regular presenters.Ruth explains how the show works, describes her preparation and gives her thoughts on why this programme is still such a hit after 25 years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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59:07

AMERICA CALLING! with James Gray. How a West End...

Backstage Curry ·

2025/02/07

British musical theatre performer James Gray enjoyed success in the UK, both on tour and in the West End but always had an inner desire to live and work in America AND ….he made it happen! James describes following his dreams, the challenges he faced, the contrast between West End and Broadway and how he’s gone from performing to becoming a creative, working alongside Susan Stroman, Hal Prince and Mel Brooks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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54:41

NO TROUBLE AT T’MILL! With Sally Hughes

Backstage Curry ·

2025/01/24

How an 18th century flour mill became a theatre!The owner of The Mill at Sonning in Berkshire, Sally Hughes, talks about how this former flour mill, on the banks of the river, became the UK’s most famous dinner theatre. What does it take to run such a venue? How did it survive lockdown? Who is the very famous next-door neighbour and what does the future hold? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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49:24

I WILL GET YOU EVERYWHERE! How the world of PR works...

Backstage Curry ·

2025/01/17

In 2025, Kevin Wilson is celebrating 30 years as a West End PR expert. From his days as a journalist on a local newspaper, to creating and running KEVIN WILSON PR., this is his story of how it happened and how press, TV and radio marketing works for productions and performers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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44:09

IN THE CHAIR with Jenny Seagrove

Backstage Curry ·

2025/01/10

The legendary theatre producer Bill Kenwright sadly died in 2023 but during his 78 years, he enjoyed a multi award winning career. In the UK and internationally, Bill produced over 500 shows, films and music albums. His partner was the successful actress Jenny Seagrove, who has now become the Chairperson of the BILL KENWRIGHT GROUP and in this episode, she takes Mark behind the scenes of one of the largest and most established commercial theatre companies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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58:30

A MINDFUL CONVERSATION with Andy Barker

Backstage Curry ·

2025/01/03

The pressures of performing professionally can manifest.Life and Business Coach, Andy Barker, talks about his own personal struggles with performance anxiety in the past, how this led to him working BEHIND the curtain and how he’s developed “mind fitness” techniques to inform and educate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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47:18

IT ALWAYS SNOWS IN SONNING With Jonathan O’Boyle.

Backstage Curry ·

2024/12/27

“White Christmas”, is the well known and popular seasonal musical by Irving Berlin. Director, Jonathan O’Boyle accepted the offer to stage this classic piece in the intimate setting of the Mill at Sonning, Berkshire. Here he describes his process and the challenge of putting on such a big show in a small space. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:13

WELCOME TO WALFORD! With Harriet Thorpe

Backstage Curry ·

2024/12/20

Whilst on a Uk theatre tour in 2023, out of the blue came an opportunity for actress Harriet Thorpe to read for the returning role of Elaine Peacock, in EASTENDERS.She got the part and here she talks about life at the Queen Vic, her career and what led her to become an, “Acting For Others”, Ambassador. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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54:54

THIS WONDERFUL WICKED WORLD with PETRA SINIAWSKI

Backstage Curry ·

2024/12/13

Part one of the two “WICKED”, movies has been released and the story of Elphaba and Glinda is more popular than ever.The incredibly successful musical theatre version opened in London in 2006 and it’s still playing to packed audiences. The UK Associate Director is former West End star, Petra Siniawski and here she talks about casting and staging a production which has become a phenomenon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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50:06

SHAKATAK - FORTY FOUR YEARS OF MAKING THE MUSIC

Backstage Curry ·

2024/11/15

Formed in 1980 and still performing worldwide, Shakatak are enjoying continuous success with their unique jazz-funk sound.Their founder is keyboard player Bill Sharpe and here he’s joined by lead vocalist Jill Saward to talk about Shakatak’s popularity, longevity and their life on the road. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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57:03

OUT HERE ON MY OWN with Mark Farrelly

Backstage Curry ·

2024/10/16

Actor and writer, Mark Farrelly, talks about creating his own solo productions which include material about Quentin Crisp, Derek Jarman and Patrick Hamilton. Mark describes how his solo shows came to fruition, and discusses the logistics of writing, performing and producing the projects. Why do these particular characters, (including comedian, Frankie Howerd), fascinate him? Why did Mark want to create his own opportunities and…What’s it like being the only one on stage? Hosted on Acast. See

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44:04

THEN AND NOW with Valerie Holiday from The Three Degrees

Backstage Curry ·

2024/09/27

First created in the 1960’s and going on to enjoy chart success in the Uk, USA, Japan and most of Europe, The Three Degrees are still performing and Valerie Holiday, who joined in 1967, talks about the THEN and NOW of being with the group.. and how the 2024 tour is wowing their fans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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47:57

NEW BEGINNING with Cheryl Baker

Backstage Curry ·

2024/09/23

As well as winning, “Eurovision”- “Bucks Fizz”, had 3 UK no1 hits.One of their songs, “New Beginning”, is an apt title to describe what’s happening for three of the originals. Cheryl Baker talks about how the band were forced to change their name, about Mike Nolan leaving and about her and Jay Aston looking for a replacement.Let’s go on tour with.. “The Fizz”! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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44:12

“YOU’RE IN THE MIX” with Jane Deitch

Backstage Curry ·

2024/09/13

“YOU’RE IN THE MIX”This is what a performer hears when they’re down to the last few for a role in a show.Jane Deitch offers a fascinating glimpse into the TV and Theatre world of the Casting Director whilst offering some vital “do’s and don’ts” for those auditions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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41:00

LET’S DO THE SHOW RIGHT HERE! with Celia Mackay

Backstage Curry ·

2024/08/30

LET’S DO THE SHOW RIGHT HERE! with Celia MackayA magical woodland glade in 39 acres of beautiful Leicestershire countryside is the setting for one of the UK’s leading outdoor theatrical venues.Kilworth House Theatre was created by Celia Mackay and this is her story of how it all happened and how a classic musical is staged at Kilworth every summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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55:38

COME ON DOWN! with Peter Dickson

Backstage Curry ·

2024/08/23

PETER DICKSON - COME ON DOWN!He is one of the most successful voice-over artists ever and in this episode, Peter Dickson takes us behind the microphone to explain how his became the voice saying, “COME ON DOWN”, on, “The Price Is Right”… and…”IT’S TIME, TO FACE, THE MUSIC”, on, “The X Factor”. Just two of his classic vocal creations amongst so many others.His career path is an interesting one and he’s got some excellent advice for any voice-over performers out there. Hosted on Acast. See

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1:01:43

SERVES AND SEAGULLS with Rebecca James

Backstage Curry ·

2024/08/16

In July 2024, on the beautiful grass courts of Devonshire Park in Eastbourne, a pre Wimbledon professional tennis tournament celebrated a 50th anniversary. So many famous players have taken part over the years and the new tournament director, Rebecca Jamestalks about the pressures of running such a major tennis event. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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47:21

ALL THAT FRESH AIR with Louise Jameson

Backstage Curry ·

2024/08/09

The well established and vastly experienced actress Louise Jameson joined the ITV soap, EMMERDALE, in 2022 as Mary Goskirk.Here she describes, in detail, how the role came her way and the everyday workings of being a series regular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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43:41

RAIN NEVER STOPS PLAY with Lee Proud

Backstage Curry ·

2024/08/02

RAIN NEVER STOPS PLAYDirector and choreographer, Lee Proud takes us through the process of staging one of the best loved musicals ever, “Singin’ In The Rain”.The setting is Kilworth House Theatre in the Leicestershire countryside. This 500-seater, woodland glade venue in 39 acres provides a theatrical challenge, especially in a production where it HAS to pour down for every show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:59

SPAIN THROUGH THE MUSIC with Daniel Martinez

Backstage Curry ·

2024/07/26

SPAIN THROUGH MUSICIn 2017, Flamenco guitarist Daniel Martinez created his own company which has received awards and rave reviews. Together with his wife, the dancer Gabriela Pouso, they talk about their 2024 UK and Europe tour. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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