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In The Frame: Theatre Interviews from West End Frame

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Interviews with theatre's biggest stars! West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, sits down with West End performers and creatives for candid, in-depth discussions about their careers and latest projects.

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Ann Marcuson and Elliot Mackenzie are playing Mrs Winthrop and Dickon in The Secret Garden at York Theatre Royal.

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Ann Marcuson
Actor-musician, Mrs. Winthrop in The Secret Garden
The Secret Garden (York Theatre Royal)
Episode: S11 Ep14: Ann Marcuson & Elliot Mackenzie, stars of The Secret Garden & Benjamin Button
Elliot Mackenzie
Musician-actor, Dickon in The Secret Garden
The Secret Garden (York Theatre Royal)
Episode: S11 Ep14: Ann Marcuson & Elliot Mackenzie, stars of The Secret Garden & Benjamin Button
Desmonda Cathabel
West End performer, Eurydice in Hadestown; Lily Turner in Rosie
Episode: S11 Ep13: Desmonda Cathabel, star of Hadestown, Rosie, Disney’s Aladdin & Miss Saigon
Laura Harrison
Actor known for Blood Brothers; current Mrs. Lyons touring production; former Elphaba standby
Theatre (Blood Brothers, Wicked, Sunset Boulevard)
Episode: S11 Ep12: Laura Harrison, Mrs Lyons in Blood Brothers
Nick Rashad Burroughs
Broadway and West End actor, known for Lola in Kinky Boots, Ike Turner in Tina, The Tina Turner Musical, and Midnight in London
Various Broadway/West End productions
Episode: S11 Ep11: Nick Rashad Burroughs, star of Midnight, Kinky Boots, Dreamgirls, Tina & Moulin Rouge
Jon Robyns
Actor known for Miss Trunchbull in Matilda and numerous West End credits
Theatre
Episode: S11 Ep10: Jon Robyns, Miss Trunchbull in Matilda
Ntombizodwa Ndlovu
Star of Marie in Marie and Rosetta
Episode: S11 Ep9: Ntombizodwa Ndlovu, Marie in Marie and Rosetta
KoKo Alexandra
Performer in MJ The Musical, discussing her career journey and current role
MJ The Musical
Episode: S11 Ep8: KoKo Alexandra, Katherine Jackson in MJ The Musical
Vivian Panka
Actress and singer, known for her role as Regina George in Mean Girls
Episode: S11 Ep3: Vivian Panka, Regina George in Mean Girls

Host

Andrew Tomlins
Host of In The Frame: Theatre Interviews from West End Frame; West End Frame editor

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 106 ratings
  • If you love theatre…..

    The West End Framed show is a wonderful way to meet the movers and shapers of current West End and touring shows. Presenter Andrew Tomlins shares his own passion for musical theatre and the actors who dedicate their life to it in this brilliant interview show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Networks Theatre
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Always look forward to new episodes!

    Really enjoying old episodes and listening to the new ones each week. Great guests, and not always the obvious choices. I love the stories of when people have a unique route into performing. Andrew always has a laugh with the guests too. Thank you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Theatre In London
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Fabulous!

    Always a great way to keep up with the goings-on of theatre, especially in these times where theatre overall is still closed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cam B J
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • S2 E6 Review

    Andrew knows all there is to know about the theatre world. He makes his guests feel completely at ease, and makes listeners feel like they are sitting around the table with the interviewee, enjoying a nice cup of tea with them on a weekday afternoon.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tajhayer
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Well worth a listen!

    Just loved the interview with Joel Harper-Jackson. A great insight into the glamorous and not so glamorous sides of musical theatre, and great to learn more about the person behind Charlie Price. Really enjoyable podcast, done in such a relaxed

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FoodieSoph
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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S11 Ep14: Ann Marcuson & Elliot Mackenzie, stars of The Secret Garden & Benjamin Button
Q: Looking back at Benjamin Button and how it informs The Secret Garden, what lessons or pride do you carry from that previous collaboration?
The Benjamin Button journey was transformative, filled with pride in the team and production, and it created a strong foundation of collaboration and artistry that informs their current work in The Secret Garden.
S11 Ep14: Ann Marcuson & Elliot Mackenzie, stars of The Secret Garden & Benjamin Button
Q: What has it been like inside John Doyle and Cathy Jayes's rehearsal room, and how do you feel the process has shaped the production?
The rehearsal room is a masterclass in John Doyle's method, with a focus on fluid transitions, minimalism, and space for the audience to co-create the story, which has deeply influenced how the show moves and feels on stage.
S11 Ep14: Ann Marcuson & Elliot Mackenzie, stars of The Secret Garden & Benjamin Button
Q: How did you approach the audition process for an actor-musician show and what made it different from normal auditions?
Auditions for this type of show require carefully selecting an ensemble whose members can blend acting and music, ensuring a shared language and workflow that supports the show's book-like through line rather than treating music and acting as separate concerns.
S11 Ep12: Laura Harrison, Mrs Lyons in Blood Brothers
Q: What does success look like for you now, and has it evolved from when you started in the industry?
She explains that success means being happy with the work and the reasons for doing it, valuing fulfillment and purpose over a rigid trajectory, and recognizing that personal growth and balance matter more than chasing a single marquee role.
350th Episode: Billy Nevers, Aaron Burr in Hamilton
Q: When did Hamilton first come into your life?
Billy shares that he was aware of Hamilton since it premiered and was captivated by its uniqueness, seeing it as groundbreaking within musical theatre and reflecting his own experiences.

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- The show features candid, in-depth interviews with leading theatre performers and creatives, focusing on current productions, rehearsal processes, and career trajectories in West End and touring contexts. Episodes often explore actor-musician dynamics, representation, and the realities of touring, with plenty of behind-the-scenes anecdotes and practical insights for aspiring theatre professionals.

- A standout quality is the host's relaxed, informal interview style that makes guests comfortable while uncovering nuanced stories behind high-profile roles, new works, and the evolving theatre landscape. The range of guests—from rising stars to established West End veterans—offers a broad view of contemporary theatre and career pathways, appea... more

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