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Peter Eyers
Theatre
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Australian Theatre
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Australia
Sydney Theatre Company
Sunset Boulevard
Sydney Opera House
Stephen Sondheim
Les Misérables
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Opera
Melbourne
Beauty and the Beast
New York City
Tony Awards
Cats

STAGES is the podcast that accesses a variety of professional life connecting with an audience. A host of creative artists reflect on their career, their process and what matters – to them. Some have made the arts a lifetime pursuit, some explain how their career became a happy accident … but all describe the challenges and demands – and ultimately celebrate why there’s no business like show busin... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes582Founded9 years ago
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Jonathan Biggins is one of Australia’s most versatile and distinctive theatre practitioners, with an accomplished career spanning acting, directing and writing. He is also a sought-after corporate speaker, MC and entertainer, bringing the same intell... more

Marney McQueen is one of Australia’s most versatile performers, weaving together a formidable talent for musical theatre, comedy, cabaret and character performance. A graduate of NIDA, Marney has built a career distinguished by its energy, comic inte... more

Sharon Millerchip is one of the busiest actor/creatives on the Australian stage with three prestigious Helpmann Awards to her name.

Sharon most recently played Ingrid Treloar in BORN ON A THURSDAY By Jack Kearney at the Old Fitz Theatre for which sh... more

Two of Australia’s most accomplished and celebrated operatic performers, soprano Natalie Jones and mezzo-soprano Antoinette Halloran, come together for the highly anticipated world premiere of Jane Hammond and Therésa Borg’s The Spare Room - a produc... more

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Recent Guests

Sharon Millerchip
A versatile Australian performer and creative
Self-employed/Australian theatre talent
Episode: STAGES Episode 643: SHARON MILLERCHIP
Natalie Jones
Soprano, celebrated Australian opera performer
Australian opera scene
Episode: STAGES Episode 642: NATALIE JONES & ANTOINETTE HALLORAN
Antoinette Halloran
Mezzo-soprano, celebrated Australian opera performer
Australian opera scene
Episode: STAGES Episode 642: NATALIE JONES & ANTOINETTE HALLORAN
Carmen Pavlovic
Head of Global Creatures, executive producer on Moulin Rouge! The Musical
Global Creatures
Episode: STAGES Episode 640: SPOTLIGHT - CARMEN PAVLOVIC
Troy Sussman
Australian theatre actor, Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof (Sydney)
Theatre, Fiddler on the Roof
Episode: STAGES Episode 639: TROY SUSSMAN
Pj Lane
Actor, singer, entertainer, presenter, MC
I Love Your Faces / The Don Lane Story
Episode: STAGES Episode 638: PJ LANE
Lynne McGranger
Australian actress best known for Irene Roberts on Home and Away
Home and Away
Episode: STAGES Episode 637: LYNNE MCGRANGER
Bernie Dieter
Self-described queen of Weimar Punk Cabaret
Club Kabarett
Episode: STAGES Episode 636: BERNIE DIETER
Stuart Greene
Theatre Historian, Theatre Archivist, Theatre Fan and Theatre Worshipper
Independent historian/archivist
Episode: STAGES Episode 635: STUART GREENE

Host

Peter Eyers
Host of the show, focuses on deep-dive interviews with theatre talent.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 146 ratings
  • Fabulous!

    Completely loving these podcasts, have been trawling through back episodes as well. Just fabulous! Thank you, Peter!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Licallical
    Australiaa year ago
  • Theatre Heaven

    The breadth and depth of talent of the guests is incredible - and to hear about their storied careers in such detail is a gift. Peter is a beacon of knowledge and grace. If you love the world of theatre and creativity - this is for you!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Alvaroowho?
    Australiaa year ago
  • AMAZING PODCAST

    I love listening toy he podcast I find it really entertaining and engaging please release more episodes 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Turdybitch
    Australia3 years ago
  • Lovely interview

    Really lovely interview with my Mother Sheila Bradley. Engaging, warm and respectful. Thank you Peter from Sheilas family

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D_Rockinflower
    Australia3 years ago
  • I interview for a living and I love this

    Peter Eyers has a warm, engaging manner that brings out the best in his guests - great stories, great conversations. I’m not in the industry - I’m a psychotherapist - but as an outsider it’s fascinating to hear how the creativity behind great performances works. Peter draws this out beautifully time and time again. Bravo Mr Eyers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    drmwroberts
    Australia3 years ago

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Listeners praise the long-form format and research quality.
Warm, insightful host with a knack for pulling candid stories from guests.
High regard for guest diversity and depth of industry knowledge.
A treasure for Australian theatre history lovers and professionals.

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STAGES Episode 637: LYNNE MCGRANGER
Q: Do you remember your audition for the show?
Yes, I do. Three decades ago, and the process involved a challenging sequence of auditions that led to a lasting role.
STAGES Episode 636: BERNIE DIETER
Q: When was the first time you stood on a stage and entertained a crowd?
Bernie reflects on early impulse to perform, pulling attention from family gatherings to small shows, and describes how even early school performances were about creating moments of connection and control on stage.
STAGES Episode 633: KATIE POLLOCK
Q: What makes a good play in your opinion?
Pollock describes a good play as one that moves and unsettles her, offering a philosophical or emotional impact beyond the surface story, and that she often writes to discover something gnawing inside her rather than to entertain.
STAGES Episode 632: JOHN ‘CHA CHA’ O’CONNELL
Q: Can you share a memorable backstage moment that shaped your approach to directing dance on film?
One standout was salvaging a key sequence in Moulin Rouge by improvising with a trolley and working with the cast and crew under pressure, which turned into a highlight of the number and underlined the importance of spontaneity.
STAGES Episode 632: JOHN ‘CHA CHA’ O’CONNELL
Q: What was it like transitioning from dancing to choreographing on big productions like Moulin Rouge and Enchanted?
It involved embracing a blank canvas, planning and mapping out structures, but also learning to react organically with the music and performers, and maintaining flexibility when budgets and schedules demanded quick, creative solutions.

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What is STAGES about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A deep dive into the worlds of theatre, live performance, and entertainment history, with guests spanning actors, directors, composers, casting professionals, historians, and festival leaders. Episodes commonly explore career trajectories, the craft of performance, production challenges, licensing, and the evolution of Australian theatre and stage culture. Noteworthy is the focus on behind-the-scenes process, archival insight, and the intersection of art with audience experience, often highlighting resilience, mentoring, and the global reach of Australian talent. The show tends to attract industry insiders, students, and arts enthusiasts who value long-form conversations, historical context, and practical career reflections from people shap... more

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Recent guests on STAGES include:

1. Sharon Millerchip
2. Natalie Jones
3. Antoinette Halloran
4. Carmen Pavlovic
5. Troy Sussman
6. Pj Lane
7. Lynne McGranger
8. Bernie Dieter

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