
Hosted by actor Jonathan Cake, Stage Door Jonny is a podcast about theatre ... and life ... and life in the theatre. Jonathan has appeared in countless plays around the world - and made a fair few celebrated acquaintances along the way. So it is that he's assembled a formidable cast of actors, directors and writers to share their memories, reflections, discoveries, triumphs and disasters relating ... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 104 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | After ShowsPerforming ArtsTV & FilmArts | |||

In the second half of Jonny’s chat with Lesley Manville, Jonny recalls seeing her onstage for the first time in The Cherry Orchard with Judi Dench, what she learned from Judi, the story about working with her that she won’t repeat (but you should hea... more
This weeks guest is a gem: Oscar nominee and two time Olivier-award winner, the magnificent Lesley Manville. In her plushly upholstered dressing room at Studio 54, Lesley and Jonny discuss him hunting her like a fox, her upcoming appearance in Marian... more
(CONTAINS VERY STRONG LANGUAGE) In the this week’s episode Jonny talks to celebrated theatrical disruptor Tom Morris. They talk about Tom’s most embarrassing moment in the theatre (it’s very embarrassing). His artistic directorship of Battersea Arts ... more
In the second act of their chat, Sir Greg Doran remembers some of his late husband and leading man, Anthony Sher’s most unforgettable moments; Greg’s theory of “crossroads” and examples of how to meet them; Shakespeare’s radical extremity; Greg’s the... more
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Every episode is a delight! Love the energy Jonathan brings and how comfortable he makes his guests feel. Shout out to the rest of the family who help make the show run!
If you work in the arts, this is essential listening.
Wonderful episodes and so enlightening to hear the conversations with actors
The kind of theater interview show you want to listen to! Jonathan Cake is an engaging, passionate practitioner-interviewer. The questions get to the heart of how the work is made, how (and why) the guests do what they do. The conversations feel intimate, everyone seems happy to be there. Wonderful, I can’t wait for more.
I absolutely love this podcast great guests conversations never feels trite or obvious but real and authentic!
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A theatre-focused interview show centered on conversations with actors, directors, and designers about craft, process, and life in live performance. Episodes frequently explore career milestones, collaboration, and the pressures and joys of making theatre, with guests ranging from acclaimed stage actors to leading designers. The host's warm, conversational style often leads to intimate stories, practical insights, and reflections on the evolution of British theatre and live storytelling. A standout feature is the breadth of guests across roles and eras, offering rich, behind-the-curtain perspectives that feel personal and actionable for industry peers and theatre-curious listeners alike.
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Stage Door Jonny launched 3 years ago and published 104 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Stage Door Jonny include:
1. Lesley Manville
2. Rachael Stirling
3. John Lithgow
4. Paule Constable
5. Denis O'Hare
6. J. Smith-Cameron
7. Rhea Norwood
8. Sir Christopher Hampton
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