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

West End Frame
Wicked
Pippin
The Wizard Of Oz
Oliver!
Priscilla the Party
Mary Poppins
Syncopation
Sister Act
Olivier Awards
Stranger Things: the First Shadow
The Drifters Girl
London Palladium
Remembrance Monday
42 Balloons
Frankie Goes To Bollywood
Tony Awards
Broadway
Spring Awakening
Touring Productions
Celebrity Big Brother

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

Laura Dawn Pyatt (Six / Starter For Ten) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!

Laura joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Marie and Rosetta (@SohoPlace) and The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry (Theatre Royal Haymarket) as well as ... more

Melissa Nettleford (Rocky Horror / Moulin Rouge) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!

Melissa joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Dear England (UK Tour, New Wimbledon Theatre) as well as the latest news about Catherine Tate being ... more

Aoife Haakenson (Six / I Was A Teenage She-Devil) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!

Aoife joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Titaníque (Criterion Theatre), Woman in Mind starring Sheridan Smith (Duke of York's Theatre), Unfort... more

Join Jacob Fowler (Into The Woods / Heathers) and Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame Editor) for a special Q&A episode of The West End Frame Show!

Jacob and Andrew answer your questions, with topics ranging from theatrical idols, the unsung heroes of th... more

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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!
Toyan Thomas-Browne
West End performer, recent roles include Marlon Jackson in MJ and ensemble member in Top Hat
Episode: S13 Ep14 (ft. Toyan Thomas-Browne): Ariana Grande & Jonathan Bailey's stage project, Oh Mary!, Titanique, Beaches, Top Hat, SVN + more!
Shaun Kitchener
Playwright, screenwriter, journalist, and DJ
WhatsOnStage Award nominee
Episode: S13 Ep13 (ft. Shaun Kitchener): Into The Woods, Daniel's Husband, Freaky Friday, Singin' in the Rain, WhatsOnStage Awards + 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!
Lisa Martland
A theatre journalist with extensive experience, including five years as Deputy Editor at a theatre website.
Musical Theatre Review
Episode: WICKED FOR GOOD: First reaction [spoiler free] (ft. Lisa Martland)
Akeem Ellis-Hyman
Star in a UK tour of Hairspray and educator
Beyond The Artist
Episode: S13 Ep8 (ft. Akeem Ellis-Hyman): Six Japan, Here & Now, Elf, Jesus Christ Superstar starring Sam Ryder + more!

Host

Andrew Tomlins
Host and West End Frame editor

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 120 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 Kingdom3 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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1. Laura Dawn Pyatt
2. Melissa Nettleford
3. Aoife Haakenson
4. Toyan Thomas-Browne
5. Shaun Kitchener
6. Matt Mills
7. Nikita Johal
8. Lisa Martland

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