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PODCAST

The WhatsOnStage Podcast

Sarah Crompton & Alex Wood

WhatsOnStage managing editor Alex Wood and chief theatre critic Sarah Crompton host a weekly podcast on all things theatrical. News, views, frank exchanges and lists offer an unmissable guide to what’s happening on stage (and in film and on television) now, in the past and in future. From musicals, to plays, to immersive shows, to interviews with the biggest stars, there"s something for everyone! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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37:55

Special guest James Graham on Gareth Southgate, male...

The WhatsOnStage Podcast ·

2025/03/21

In the week that Dear England, his play about the English football team, reopens at the National Theatre, playwright James Graham has announced that his next play, at the Edinburgh International Festival, will star Succession’s Brian Cox and be about the financial crash of 2008. In this revealing conversation he talks to Sarah about his admiration for Southgate, the tragedy behind his play Punch, his horror of social media and why theatre is a vital tool for building empathy and countering toxic

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40:54

What’s hot on Broadway?

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2025/03/14

In a special US based episode Sarah talks to David Gordon editor in chief of TheaterMania about the shows opening this spring. From Denzel Washington to Succession stars Kieran Culkin and Sarah Snook, to George Clooney there is some major star power lighting up the stage. Plus new musicals like Boop. And the Brits are coming with Operation Mincemeat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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20:56

Bonus episode: the cast of Operation Mincemeat on...

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2025/03/11

As the award-winning British musical opens in New York, Theatermania’s David Gordon catches up with writers and performers David Cumming, Zoe Roberts,Natasha Hodgson, Claire-Marie Hall and Jak Malone. They share their excitement about enthusiastic audiences, martinis at Sardi’s with legendary stars and the pleasure of returning to the show after a break.But will the show with its silly British humour land in the US? They don’t know but the omens are good. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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48:24

Why are there never enough loos in theatres and do...

The WhatsOnStage Podcast ·

2025/03/07

In our second question and answer episode Alex and Sarah discuss pressing topics. Why’s it called a green room?What does an ahistorical setting add to a show? And why don’t box offices sell single seats? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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39:22

We need to talk about the Oliviers nominations

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2025/03/05

From Oscars to Oliviers! In a special mid-week episode, Sarah and Alex respond to the Olivier Awards nominations, which were led this year by the record-matching Fiddler on the Roof at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. But were there any snubs, shocks or surprises? And who might end up winning on the night next month? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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45:59

Are stars ruining - or saving - the theatre?

The WhatsOnStage Podcast ·

2025/02/28

Tom Hiddleston, Hayley Atwell, Rami Malek and Brie Larson are the latest movie stars to fill the West End stage. But does their presence help or hinder? This week Sarah and Alex mull over a question that’s been dominating the theatre news. And talk about Rupert Goold’s exciting new Hamlet with Luke Thallon and Nancy Carroll as Gertrude. And, as a bonus, offer their Olivier predictions with special reference to Adrien Brody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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17:27

Bonus episode: Interviews with Jonathan Bailey,...

The WhatsOnStage Podcast ·

2025/02/25

With two major Shakespeare productions opening in two days in London, WhatsOnStage's intrepid deputy editor Tom Millward went to visit Jonathan Bailey at the Bridge Theatre to discuss all things Richard II, before sailing up the river for a spell at Theatre Royal Drury Lane; where Tom Hiddleston, Hayley Atwell, Mason Alexander Park and more are tackling much-loved comedy Much Ado About Nothing. We also got some intriguing tidbits from Jamie Lloyd about what might be on the horizon... Hosted on

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40:56

Why is everyone obsessed with awards?

The WhatsOnStage Podcast ·

2025/02/21

Awards season is in full swing – so Sarah and Alex rope in TheaterMania's editor-in-chief David Gordon for a gallivant around the world of Oscar-nominated films. From Wicked's witches to Conclave's cardinals, through to Emilia Perez's imploding Oscar campaign and Anora's meteoric rise to fame, the WhatsOnStage Podcast has dipped its toe into the film scene... Can Wallace and Gromit triumph? Is Adrien Brody's win a foregone conclusion? Closer to home, the trio discuss the WhatsOnStage Awards, with

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29:40

How to solve a problem like Ophelia

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2025/02/14

Sarah talks to Nancy Carroll and Nia Towle about working on Rupert Goold’s new production of Hamlet which opens at the RSC this week with Luke Thallon playing the prince.They discuss what it’s like to take on Shakespeare’s women, how you shape a classic play in the context of feminism and #MeToo, nudity on stage and quite a lot more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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11:46

Bonus episode: Imelda Staunton, Andrew Lloyd Webber...

The WhatsOnStage Podcast ·

2025/02/12

In this special bonus episode, we bring you a selection of highlights from the press room at the 25th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards, where Imelda Staunton discussed working with her daughter for the first time, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Michael Harrison's brand new musical The Illusionists, and Starlight Express star Jeevan Braich's experiences making his professional debut in the multi-award-winning production. Plus Layton Williams has an unexpected reunion! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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35:24

Can critics spoil shows?

The WhatsOnStage Podcast ·

2025/02/07

Sarah and Alex went together to see Inside Number Nine Stage/Fright and give their verdict from the stalls. Plus Alex takes us behind the scenes - and under the stage - for the WhatsOnStage Awards and both pick the shows to look out for from new season announcements at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, Shakespeare’s Globe and Hampstead.This episode is sponsored by The May Fair, a five star hotel in London’s most iconic neighbourhood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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9:20

Bonus episode: Cameron Mackintosh, Matthew Bourne and...

The WhatsOnStage Podcast ·

2025/01/31

Consider yourself spoilt with a bonus podcast episode as Cameron Mackintosh, Matthew Bourne, Shanay Holmes, Simon Lipkin and Billy Jenkins talk bringing Oliver! to the West End! If you're looking for our main episode, we released it slightly early this week – so scroll on to hear more from the RSC's co-artistic directors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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35:04

Special guests Daniel Evans and Tamara Harvey on the...

The WhatsOnStage Podcast ·

2025/01/29

Joined by two famed artistic leaders, podcast hosts Sarah Crompton and Alex Wood discuss the RSC's exciting plans for the coming year - including a new stage version of The BFG, the transfer of Broadway hit Fat Ham, a football-focussed Much Ado About Nothing, Somerset Maugham's The Constant Wife (boldly reimagined by Laura Wade) and a deluge of tantalising productions. Oh, and, a large amount of chat about Chiltern Railways. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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42:09

The greatest stage disasters

The WhatsOnStage Podcast ·

2025/01/24

Sarah and Alex look back at some terrible theatrical fails and ask what they have in common. What unites Peter O’Toole’s Macbeth and Shogun:The Musical? Are there lessons that can prevent shows failing?And what did Anthony Hopkins learn from an early nightmare? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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40:00

The future of West End musicals, AI reviews and...

The WhatsOnStage Podcast ·

2025/01/17

Sarah and Alex blast away the January blues by battling through a deluge of theatre news – from the West End transfer of Stereophonic to Michael Sheen's new Welsh National Theatre. Beyond that, Sarah has thoughts on the freshly opened hit shows Titanique and Oliver!, leading to discussions on the future of new musicals in the West End. Alighting briefly on the subject of artificial intelligence and AI reviews, they also discuss some of their favourite screen openings of the month - including Adrien

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40:07

Britain’s most haunted theatres, ghost lights, the...

The WhatsOnStage Podcast ·

2025/01/10

In our first question and answer episode, Sarah and Alex answer your queries. What does break a leg mean? Are there any good shows featuring puppets coming up? Will the National Theatre change when Indhu Rubasingham takes over? And much more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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9:12

Bonus episode: Sigourney Weaver and Jamie Lloyd talk...

The WhatsOnStage Podcast ·

2025/01/07

In a special mid-week bonus episode, WhatsOnStage's intrepid deputy editor Tom Millward raced over to Theatre Royal Drury Lane to discuss the ongoing production of The Tempest, led by Sigourney Weaver and directed by Jamie Lloyd. Lloyd also spilled more juicy details about his production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's Evita, which heads to The London Palladium later this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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35:15

Will 2025 be a game-changing year for theatre?

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2025/01/02

With Stephen Sondheim’s last musical, Michael Shannon and Ruth Wilson teaming up, Evita returning to the West End, a bumper year at the National Theatre and Gary Oldman’s return to the stage where he started his career, Sarah and Alex continue their round up of the best theatrical offerings round the UK in 2025! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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31:08

Top tips for shows to see in 2025 - part one

The WhatsOnStage Podcast ·

2025/01/01

From a new Hamlet to Jonathan Bailey as Richard II, or from Cate Blanchett and Emma Corrin in Chekhov to Brie Larson and Rami Malek in contrasting Greek tragedies, Sarah and Alex take a look at some of the best British theatre has to offer in 2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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29:32

Is Wicked the best stage-to-screen movie? What might...

The WhatsOnStage Podcast ·

2024/12/27

As the musical Wicked becomes a big screen sensation, Sarah and Alex talk about the challenges and pleasures of transferring a stage show to a movie format. And list their all time favourites from Brando’s Streetcar Named Desire to Mamma Mia! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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