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The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & Chat

West End Frame
Wicked
Musical Theatre
Six
Broadway
Theatre
Edinburgh Fringe Festival
Wicked For Good
Olivier Awards
Les Misérables
Burlesque the Musical
Mean Girls
42 Balloons
Cynthia Erivo
Evita
MJ the Musical
Hadestown
Moulin Rouge
Jesus Christ Superstar
Heathers
The Great Gatsby

Your weekly stagey catchup! Join West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, and industry co-hosts for a round-up of the latest theatre news and reviews. Special guests include West End performers, producers, journalists, creatives and more!

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Latest Episodes

West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins hosts a solo episode of The West End Frame Show!

Andrew discusses the London revival of Avenue Q (Shaftesbury Theatre) and One Day (Edinburgh Lyceum) as well as the latest news about Thelma and Louise, Kimberly ... more

West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins hosts a solo episode of The West End Frame Show!

Andrew debriefs this year's Olivier Awards (Royal Albert Hall) and Lesley Manville's interview about filming during curtain calls. He also discusses the London tr... more

David Ouch (Standby in Titanique) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!

David joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Waitress starring Carrie Hope Fletcher (New Wimbledon Theatre, UK Tour), Choir Boy (Stratford East) and Here And Now... more

Andrew and Lisa are back for a special show talk episode!

In this episode they discuss Kinky Boots (London Coliseum) starring Johannes Radebe, Matt Cardle and Courtney Bowman as well as the world premiere of The Greatest Showman (Bristol Hippodrome)... more

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David Ooch
West End performer, Titanique and Waitress cast member
West End Stage
Episode: S14 Ep9 (ft. David Ouch): Choir Boy, Waitress starring Carrie Hope Fletcher, Here & Now, New Reality Show, Wicked anniversary + more!
Lisa Martland
West End performer, Dame Lisa Martland
Episode: SHOW TALK: Kinky Boots and The Greatest Showman (ft. Lisa Martland)
Tom Major
West End performer and guest on this episode
Episode: S14 Ep7 (ft. Tom Major): Jamie Muscato's concert, Love Never Dies, Jessie Buckley, Big Night of Musicals, Lea Michele + more!
Ebony Clarke
Performer, choreographer and associate director with credits including Legally Blonde, Everybody's Talking About Jamie, I'm Every Woman, the Shaka Khan Musical
Freelance / Theatre industry
Episode: S14 Ep6 (ft. Ebony Clarke): Legally Blonde, West End Live changes, The Devil Wears Prada, Karate Kid, In The Heights + more!
Laura Dawn Pyatt
West End performer and choreographer showcased on the episode
Self / various West End projects
Episode: S14 Ep5 (ft. Laura Dawn Pyatt): Olivier Nominations, Leslie Odom Jr, Marie and Rosetta, Harold Fry, WhatsOnStage Awards + more!
Melissa Nettleford
West End performer and narrator, known for Rocky Horror Show and Moulin Rouge, the musical
The West End Frame Show
Episode: S14 Ep4 (ft. Melissa Nettleford): Catherine Tate, Dear England, Megan Thee Stallion, Jonathan Groff, Death Note + more!
Aoife Haakenson
West End performer known for Six, I Was A Teenage She-Devil, and multiple touring productions
Episode: S14 Ep3 (ft. Aoife Haakenson): Six King Herods, Broadway Blizzard, Woman In Mind, I Was A Teenage She-Devil, Billy Elliot + more!
Matt Mills
West End performer, known for roles in Dreamgirls and MJ the Musical
MJ the Musical
Episode: S13 Ep12 (ft. Matt Mills): Merrily We Roll Along, Billy Elliot, Wicked cut scene, High Society, Hercules, Richard Fleeshman + more!
Nikita Johal
Actress currently starring as Wendy in Panto at Greenwich Theatre
Episode: S13 Ep11 (ft. Nikita Johal): Paddington, Wicked spin-offs, Kimberly Akimbo, American Psycho, The Line Of Beauty, The Mousetrap + more!

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Andrew Tomlins
Host and West End Frame editor

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 121 ratings
  • Keep up with the news

    I live in the EU and only get back to the UK and more specifically London, twice a year. The West End Framed show keeps me up to date with the gossip, news and reviews of current theatre.

    Focused mainly on musicals it really is an essential listen if you love a bit of theatre and well-informed info.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Networks Theatre
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Fantastic podcast!

    Love this podcast, a great catch up for all that is happening in theatre. Awesome guests too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bramleyborn2
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Charlotte and Andrew

    Loved your podcast with Charlotte Bloomsbury - warm and inspiring stories. And great voices despite the sore throats!

    Let’s have more of the two of you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PI 22
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Ep 21

    Loved your episode with the wonderful Nadim Naaman. His music is stunning. I listened to Broken Wings constantly throughout lockdown. Just bought Rumi and equally impressed. Thanks for talking with him. I really enjoyed the podcast - my first listen. Definitely worth checking out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wispa25
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • ✨Theatre I love you, Andrew you’re incredible✨

    I normally listen on Spotify but had to come on here and leave a review to let you all know how amazing this podcast is!! Andrew you’re so fab and I can’t thank you enough for creating such wonderful podcasts every week! If you’re real stagey like myself and always want to be up to date with what’s going on within our incredible theatre world then you’ll love this podcast! I’ve been listening for a few years now and It’s always both hilarious and heart warming - making you feel like you’re alway... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mollanncarter
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Listeners praise the show for staying up to date with theatre gossip, news, and reviews, especially for musical theatre fans.
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The format and host deliver warmth, humor, and a sense of community for theatre lovers.
The show is regarded as honest in its reviews with a good balance of positive and critical insights, and episodes consistently feel welcoming to both longtime listeners and newcomers.
The podcast is seen as a solid go-to for theatre news and conversation, with high production quality and strong guest lineups.

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S14 Ep4 (ft. Melissa Nettleford): Catherine Tate, Dear England, Megan Thee Stallion, Jonathan Groff, Death Note + more!
Q: What has been the most powerful takeaway from your recent experiences on stage and tours?
Melissa talks about the power of live audience connection, the responsibility performers feel to deliver under pressure, and how personal growth impacts on-stage presence and career resilience.
S14 Ep4 (ft. Melissa Nettleford): Catherine Tate, Dear England, Megan Thee Stallion, Jonathan Groff, Death Note + more!
Q: How has casting evolved in your experience, and what do you think about high-profile name insertions like Megan Thee Stallion in Moulin Rouge?
The discussion highlights that bold, name-rich casting can energize audiences and bring fresh interpretation to familiar roles, while recognizing the need for showcasing real showmanship and sustaining quality moments.
S14 Ep4 (ft. Melissa Nettleford): Catherine Tate, Dear England, Megan Thee Stallion, Jonathan Groff, Death Note + more!
Q: What has the journey been like for you as you've moved between big stage roles and shorter-term opportunities?
Melissa explains the dance between saying yes to opportunities and knowing when to say no, emphasizing the importance of choosing projects that feel right in the moment and align with personal growth and authenticity.
Q&A Episode (ft. Jacob Fowler): Idols, Backstage Heros, Podcast Secrets, Favourite Regional Theatres, Being Out Of Work, Legally Blonde + more!
Q: What are your top three theatres outside of London?
Jacob mentions Leicester Curve, The Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in Dublin, and Andrew cites Chichester Festival Theatre.
Q&A Episode (ft. Jacob Fowler): Idols, Backstage Heros, Podcast Secrets, Favourite Regional Theatres, Being Out Of Work, Legally Blonde + more!
Q: What is a behind the scenes theatre job you think deserves way more recognition?
Both hosts agree that wardrobe staff are the unsung heroes of theatre, arriving hours before others and crucial to the production's success.

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This show serves as a weekly roundup of theatre news, show reviews, and in-depth chats with performers, producers, journalists, and other industry creatives. Across episodes, it frequently covers current productions, casting scoops, regional theatre conversations, and the evolving dynamics of audience engagement, with a steady thread of backstage anecdotes, production insights, and personal journeys in the theatre world. A standout aspect is the balance between candid industry talk and thoughtful critique, often featuring guests who are active performers or writers within the West End ecosystem, making it a reliable listen for insiders who want both headlines and human stories behind the theatre scene.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. David Ooch
2. Lisa Martland
3. Tom Major
4. Ebony Clarke
5. Laura Dawn Pyatt
6. Melissa Nettleford
7. Aoife Haakenson
8. Matt Mills

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