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

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

Odelia Dizel-Cubuca (Six / The Lion King) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!

Odelia joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Redcliffe by Jordan Luke Gage (Southwark Playhouse Borough) as well as the latest news about Chess, Oh Mary,... more

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

In this special Show Talk episode, Andrew discusses Sherlock Holmes (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind (@SohoPlace), 1536 (Ambassad... more

We're back with another Broadway episode!

Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame Editor) is back from New York City, and reunited with regular co-host Lisa Martland (Editor of Musical Theatre Review).

In this episode, they discuss Chess (Imperial Theatre),... more

It's time for another Broadway episode!

Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame Editor) is live in New York City, with regular co-host Lisa Martland (Editor of Musical Theatre Review) zooming in from the UK.

In this episode, they discuss Ragtime (Vivian Bea... more

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Dame Lisa Martland
Dame, theatre professional
Episode: BROADWAY: Ragtime & Just In Time starring Jeremy Jordan (ft. Lisa Martland)
Ben Armstrong
Casting director and founder of RepresentAsian, advocate for Asian representation in theatre
RepresentAsian / Ben Armstrong Casting
Episode: S14 Ep13 (ft. Ben Armstrong): Rent revival, Evita on Broadway, Billy Nevers' album, Hamilton casting, Felipe Bejarano + more!
Adam Hoskins
Conductor and orchestrator
Freelance, Cadogan Hall projects mentioned
Episode: S14 Ep12 (ft. Adam Hoskins): Please Please Me, Paddington, Anything Goes, John Proctor is the Villain, KayCee Stroh + more!
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!

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Andrew Tomlins
Host of The West End Frame Show; editor and theatre journalist with deep involvement in London theatre news and reviews.

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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S14 Ep13 (ft. Ben Armstrong): Rent revival, Evita on Broadway, Billy Nevers' album, Hamilton casting, Felipe Bejarano + more!
Q: Ben, you're just getting started in casting at a high level. How did you approach turning this into a full-time career, and what fuels your drive for representation?
Ben described starting in 2021, going full-time in 2024, and the core motivation to champion diverse voices and ensure the industry reflects the world it serves, especially through RepresentAsian and ongoing outreach.
S14 Ep12 (ft. Adam Hoskins): Please Please Me, Paddington, Anything Goes, John Proctor is the Villain, KayCee Stroh + more!
Q: What makes these one-night-only concerts special for the performers and the audience?
Adam explained that large-scale concerts allow for bigger orchestras and more classical how the music should sound, which creates a magical, almost documentary-like moment when audiences feel the music as it was originally intended.
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.

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A weekly theatre-focused round-up featuring industry hosts and guest contributors who share current West End and Broadway news, reviews, and behind-the-scenes insights. Episodes routinely cover new productions, casting, creative teams, and touring updates while blending personal experiences from performers, directors, and journalists with thoughtful commentary on staging, representation, and audience engagement. The show stands out for its accessible, insider perspective, consistent familiarity with London theatre venues, and a community feel that appeals to fans and industry peers alike.

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7. Ebony Clarke
8. Laura Dawn Pyatt

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