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The Stage Show

ABC
First Nations Theatre
Ray Lawler
The Doll
Shakespeare
Lady Macbeth
Theatre In Australia
Australian Theatre
Adelaide Cabaret Festival
Stolen Generations
Hamilton
Sydney Theatre Company
Ilbijerri Theatre Company
NAIDOC Week
Wicked
The Cost Of Living
Macbeth: an Undoing
Jane Harrison
Giacomo Puccini
Melbourne Theatre Company
Macbeth

In-depth conversations with the world's top directors, performers and writers for the stage.

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Latest Episodes

It’s one of those roles which great actors have on their to-do list: Winnie in the play Happy Days by Samuel Beckett. Winnie starts the play buried up to her waist in dirt. In Act 2 she’s buried up to her neck! Acclaimed actor Pamela Rabe tell us wha... more

The myth of Orpheus and Eurydice is retold in the hit folk musical Hadestown. It's won Tonys, Grammys and is now in Australia. We speak to the singer-songwriter Anais Mitchell, who wrote Hadestown as a concept album, before touring it around in an ol... more

More highlights from The Stage Show. We meet Irish screen and theatre actor Stephen Rea, who talks about meeting Samuel Beckett early in his career. Rea so wanted to perform Beckett's play Krapp's Last Tape, he had the foresight to record his youthfu... more

In 2025 Australian theatre legend Robyn Nevin directed And Then There Were None, a classic murder mystery by Agatha Christie. She talks to Michael about the darkness in Christie's stories, her view on changing acting styles and how Robyn finds her 'i... more

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Recent Guests

Tony Sheldon
Australian actor and musical theatre star, son of Tony Lamond.
Episode: A look back at Michael Cathcart's 25 years on air
Audra McDonald
Five-time Tony Award winner and actress, currently playing Bess in Porgy and Bess.
Episode: A look back at Michael Cathcart's 25 years on air
Salman Rushdie
English-Indian writer and former controversial figure, known for his novel The Satanic Verses.
Episode: A look back at Michael Cathcart's 25 years on air
Kylie Bracknell
Co-translator and director of the Noongar-language production of Macbeth.
Episode: A look back at Michael Cathcart's 25 years on air
Esther Freud
Novelist and actress, known for her debut in Doctor Who and her novel Lucky Break.
Episode: A look back at Michael Cathcart's 25 years on air
Calvin Bowman
Organist known for his performance on the refurbished Melbourne Town Hall organ.
Episode: A look back at Michael Cathcart's 25 years on air
Meow Meow
Cabaret star known for vibrant performances and a unique take on classic narratives.
Episode: West End's Alfie Boe + Meow Meow puts on The Red Shoes
Alfie Boe
A fabulous tenor synonymous with musical theatre, known for his powerful performances and a Tony Award winner.
Episode: West End's Alfie Boe + Meow Meow puts on The Red Shoes
Mark Wilson
Director of the Melbourne Theatre Company's production of Much Ado About Nothing
Melbourne Theatre Company
Episode: Three moods of William Shakespeare hit our stages

Host

Michael Cathcart
Host of engaging conversations exploring the intricacies of theater and performance, featuring a variety of guests from the arts.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Wonderful

    Great podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SimonAlfref
    Australia3 years ago
  • Thank you

    Hi Michael & your wonderful team. Thank you for your very informative program. I do love the arts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ave1944
    Australia5 years ago
  • Connecting to performers

    I Was listening to a guest speaking of her connecting to Bruce Springsteen, and was reminded to the time listening and watching Alice Walker on stage talking with can’t remember who, from the front row of the dress circle, so far away I moved my view so as to have seemingly having them sitting on the top of the edge of the balcony and there they performing just for me! A very special feeling

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    katespots
    Australia5 years ago
  • Superb

    I’ve been listening to the Stage Show in its various iterations for years. It is consistently excellent. Thoroughly recommend this gem!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deborah Carrette
    Australia6 years ago

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Best of The Stage Show: Stephen Rea + the soul of Butoh
Q: Has the impact of the play changed on you over the years as you've got older?
Stephen notes the play is wonderful poetry and not depressing.
Best of The Stage Show: Stephen Rea + the soul of Butoh
Q: Is this true? You had the extraordinary foresight to record this tape, the tape that Krapp plays and fast forwards through and searches for bits.
Stephen Rea states he recorded the tapes years ago because he was not convinced by other productions' younger voices.
Best of The Stage Show: Stephen Rea + the soul of Butoh
Q: Can you tell us how your relationship with this play began? When did young Stephen first discover Krapp?
Stephen Rea discusses discovering Beckett early on and working with him during a festival.
Best of The Stage Show: Robyn Nevin and Patricia Cornelius
Q: What happens when you speak up, when you really speak up, when you reveal, you know, what's happening?
Whistleblowers are often punished, silenced for their revelations.
Best of The Stage Show: Robyn Nevin and Patricia Cornelius
Q: Do you think that there's a political or satirical edge to this play, or is it just a sort of romp in the theatre?
It's much darker than just a romp; it focuses on accountability.

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Engaging discussions give listeners a close look into the creative processes and personal stories behind the world of theater, featuring interactions with acclaimed directors, talented performers, and renowned writers. Episodes focus on various aspects of theatrical productions, examining everything from the intricacies of specific performances to broader themes within arts and culture, often emphasizing the transformative power of storytelling. Noteworthy contributors include Tony Award-winning artists and emerging talents alike, offering diverse perspectives that highlight the rich tapestry of the performing arts. The podcast is marked by heartfelt tributes, reflections on significant artistic careers, and critical discussions regarding ... more

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1. Tony Sheldon
2. Audra McDonald
3. Salman Rushdie
4. Kylie Bracknell
5. Esther Freud
6. Calvin Bowman
7. Meow Meow
8. Alfie Boe

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