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Behind the Curtain with Nick Troon

Nick Troon sits down with theatre practitioners from the Armidale area gaining a backstage look at the creative process, & bringing you the latest scoop on local productions. Hosted on 106.9 TuneFM. See tunefm.net for more information.

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EP 46: Tyler Dean-Brinkley on Directing, Conducting,...

Behind the Curtain with Nick Troon ·

2026/04/07

On today's episode we sit down with Newcastle-based online UNE student Tyler Dean-Brinkley. Tyler has a range of experiences in various areas within Theatre and we'll be talking through them all, taking an introspective look at community theatre, independent productions, and even children's theatre This was certainly a fun conversation and an episode you won't want to miss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:30

EP 45: Jono McAteer, Will Billingsley, & Cal Hunter...

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2026/02/24

On today's episode we sit down with Jono McAteer, Will Billingsley, & Cal Hunter, the director and cast behind the Armidale Drama & Musical Society's upcoming production ofThe Woman in Black. The Woman in Black is a theatre staple, being one of the most classic ghost stories ever put to stage. We'll be talking about how the team has gone about bringing out these supernatural elements and more importantly what this rehearsal process has looked like given the show only features 2 talking

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26:33

EP 44: Dr Julie Shearer & Dr Richard Jordan on UNE...

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2025/12/09

On today's episode we sit down with Dr Julie Shearer & Dr Richard Jordan about a transition coming to theatre at UNE. 2026 marks the 50th anniversary of UNE's Theatre department and in celebration of this milestone and acknowledgment of the current theatre scene, the department will be transitioning towards a new name under the banner of Theatre & Digital Performance. This change comes with new philosophies, structural changes, and most excitingly a new unit. We'll be exploring it all in

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22:31

EP 43: Lana Howlett, James Meyer, & Belle Meyer on...

Behind the Curtain with Nick Troon ·

2025/11/18

On today's episode we finish our conversation around the Armidale Drama & Musical Society's upcoming production of Next to Normal as we sit down with some of the leading cast behind the show Lana Howlett (Diana), James Meyer (Dan), & Belle Meyer (Natalie). Next to Normal explores various themes around mental health, and in this discussion we'll be exploring the rehearsal process & the effects of these themes from an actors perspective. Next to Normal, is playing at the Armidale Playhouse

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13:11

EP 42: Cal Hunter & Bruce Menzies on "Next to Normal"

Behind the Curtain with Nick Troon ·

2025/11/11

On today's episode we sit down with Cal Hunter & Bruce Menzies, the director and musical director behind the Armidale Drama & Musical Society's upcoming production of Next to Normal. Next to Normal is a challenging musical that explores various themes around mental health in a very frank and realistic fashion. We'll be unpacking some of these themes and discuss it's importance in bringing it to the Armidale stage. Next to Normal, is playing at the Armidale Playhouse from the 21st - 29th

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16:21

EP 41: Neil Horton on Directing "Noises Off"

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2025/10/02

On today's episode we sit down with Neil Horton, President of the Armidale Drama & Musical Society (ADMS) and director behind their upcoming production ofNoises Off. Neil is a seasoned director in community theatre and talks all about the many joys and challenges of this particular show including it's rotating set, 3-act structure, and high energy. Noises Off, is playing at the TAS Hoskins Centre from Thursday 3rd to 11th,with a black tie gala opening on the 3rd. Tickets are on sale now, so for

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10:07

EP 40: James Kellner on the Austin Page Musical...

Behind the Curtain with Nick Troon ·

2025/07/31

On today's episode we sit down with James Kellner, who is playing Mr Mushnik in the Austin Page Musical Society's upcoming production of Little Shop of Horrors. This is James' second time performing with the society and so we'll be talking about the society at large but also this cult-classic show and it's unique features. Little Shop of Horrors, is playing at Lazenby Hall from July 31st to August 2nd. Tickets are on sale now, so for more details visit apjcrc.tidyhq.com.See omnystudio.com/listener

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34:06

EP 39: Amy Showell, Melissa Hawthorne, & Dominick...

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2025/06/12

On today's episode we continue our conversation around the Armidale Drama & Musical Society's upcoming production of Twelfth Night. In this episode we talk with the leading cast of Amy Showell (Viola), Melissa Hawthorne (Olivia), & Dominick O'Shea (Orsino). All three have a range of experience with Shakespearean performance, whether it be through study, productions, or general love of the text, and in this episode we will unpack their thoughts on each of their characters journeys throughout

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35:16

EP 38: Nick Troon & Jess Waters on Co-Directing...

Behind the Curtain with Nick Troon ·

2025/06/10

On today's episode we turn the tables as guest host Emily Waldron sits down with Nick Troon & Jess Waters, the directors behind the Armidale Drama & Musical Society's upcoming production of Twelfth Night. Nick & Jess are both first time directors with ADMS jumping in the deep end with their first production being a large scale Shakespearean farce. We'll be talking about their influences, the process leading up to this show as well as the unique challenges and questions that came with

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25:56

EP 37: Kate Simpson on "Bonnie & Clyde"

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2025/04/29

On today's episode we sit down with Kate Simpson, the director for the Players Theatre's upcoming production of Bonnie & Clyde. Kate is a first time director, with this being her second time putting forward this show, after an initial production with the Earle Page Musical Society was shut down due to COVID. But that hasn't stopped Kate, she is passionate about seeing this show come to light and we'll be talking about the show's many interesting qualities including how this classic American

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15:26

EP 36: Kate Frazier on "The 25th Annual Putnam County...

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2025/03/13

On today's episode we sit down with Kate Frazier, the director for the Armidale Drama & Musical Society's upcoming production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Kate is a first time director with the society, and as so we'll be talking about her experience in this new role, the unique features of this musical, and the show's position within the wider ADMS program for 2025. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, is running at the Armidale Playhouse from March 14th to 22nd

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16:40

EP 35: Alex Robson & Jade Fuda on "Ophelia Thinks...

Behind the Curtain with Nick Troon ·

2025/03/11

On today's episode we sit down with Alex Robson & Jade Fuda, creatives from the Sydney based theatre company, Fingerless Theatre. Alex & Jade are the Director and Producer / Lead in the company's upcoming production ofOphelia Thinks Harder. We'll be talking about the play, Fingerless Theatre's attraction to Shakespearean text, Shakespeare's approach to writing (or underwriting) female characters, and how modern Shakespearean adjacent texts can compliment Shakespeare's original stories with

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EP 34: Alex Vidler on Stage Managing on Tour for "Spot"

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2025/02/04

On today's episode we sit down with Alex Vidler, an freelance stage manager who has just come off a touring production of "Spot - Live on Stage" with CDP Kids. We'll be talking about Alex's experiences with theatre growing up, her transition into children's theatre, and what the stage management process looks like on a touring production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:40

EP 33: Sarah & James Meyer on Community Theatre & "Clue"

Behind the Curtain with Nick Troon ·

2024/11/21

On today's episode we sit down with Sarah & James Meyer, who are members in the cast of the Armidale Drama & Musical Society's upcoming production of "Clue"James is playing Colonel Mustard & Sarah is playing Mrs White, as so we'll be talking about the experience of finding the personalities behind these recognisable figures as well as their experience jumping into the Armidale theatre scene after moving from America. Clue, is running at the Armidale Playhouse from November 29th to

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EP 32: Emily Waldron on Directing for "Clue"

Behind the Curtain with Nick Troon ·

2024/11/14

On today's episode we sit down with Emily Waldron, a returning guest on Behind the Curtain and director for the Armidale Drama & Musical Society's upcoming production of "Clue" This is Emily's second time directing with ADMS & as so we'll be talking about the experience of directing with a fresh perspective and the different challenges of this production in comparison to her previous credit.Clue, is running at the Armidale Playhouse from November 29th to December 7th.Tickets are on

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14:07

EP 31: Edwin Montgomery on Composition for Screen &...

Behind the Curtain with Nick Troon ·

2024/10/15

On today's episode we sit down with Edwin Montgomery, a composer and multi-instrumentalist who is currently on tour with his live original score to the 1922 silent film, Nosferatu. Edwin brings with him experience in composition for film, video games, and live experiences; both in similar original multi-instrumental film scores & larger projects such as the John Olsen tribute at the Sydney Opera House during the opening night for Vivid's 2023 season. We'll be discussing this previous

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13:17

EP 30: Sophie Troon on Radio Theatre & "Charley's Aunt"

Behind the Curtain with Nick Troon ·

2024/09/24

On today's episode Nick is not only the host but also a guest. Joined by Sophie Troon they'll be talking about the Armidale Radio Theatre Society's most recent production, Charley's Aunt.Directed by Nick with Sophie in the cast, Charley's Aunt was an experiment in capturing radio theatre with a live audience. They'll be talking about the rehearsal and performance experience as well as the impact of podcasting and audiences in radio theatre. Charley's Aunt was performed at the UNE Bistro

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18:34

EP 28: Anita Brown & Bruce Menzies on "Crazy for You"...

Behind the Curtain with Nick Troon ·

2024/06/28

On today's episode we sit down with Anita Brown & Bruce Menzies, the director and musical director for the Armidale Drama & Musical Society's 2024 musical, Crazy for You.Anita & Bruce both bring with them a wealth of experience in community theatre and as so we'll be talking about the team behind the production, the musical and it's history, the particular challenges and strengths of this show, as well as the features of working with a Gershwin musical. Crazy for You, is

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20:41

EP 28: Joe Lennox & Jess Wright on "Crazy for You"

Behind the Curtain with Nick Troon ·

2024/06/25

On today's episode we sit down with Joe Lennox & Jess Wright, the leads in the Armidale Drama & Musical Society's 2024 musical, Crazy for You.Joe & Jess are relative newcomers to ADMS, so we'll be talking about the production process from a fresh perspective. We'll also be talking about the show at large, their inspirations in building character, and how their experience outside the show influences their portrayal of these characters. Crazy for You, is running at the TAS

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19:21

EP 27: Jess Waters on LGBTQIA+ Representation in...

Behind the Curtain with Nick Troon ·

2024/06/14

On today's episode we're continuing our conversation around Pride Month by talking with Jess Waters, a theatre student at UNE. We'll be talking about LGBTQIA+ representation in theatre & entertainment, the balance between masculine and feminine stories within the LGBTQIA+ genre, and pride in a high school environment.

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