60 acast.com Backstage Curry https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry en Andy Barker theatre,entertainment,musicals,west end,celebrities,theatreland,acting for others,charity Andy Barker Mark Curry’s new podcast series! This podcast series finds Mark Curry in conversation with a range of guests with a view to asking the main questions - How did you do it? What’s it really like? What’s it like to play a leading role in a West End musical? What’s it like to represent the UK at The Eurovision Song Contest? What’s it like being on Strictly Come Dancing? What does it feel like to become famous? How is your event organised? What’s it like to play on Centre Court?


In each episode, Mark delves into the detail. The process. The discipline required. The challenges and the rewards. These unique, peering under the bonnet conversations give honest authentic insights to the questions we’d all love to ask our fantasy dinner party guests. 


Actor and presenter, Mark Curry, has created this Podcast series called, “Backstage Curry”. Episodes feature, “behind the scenes” chat with performers, broadcasters and creatives. The series is raising funds for, “Acting For Others”, by providing listeners with an opportunity to donate via the charity’s website or donations link. 


Mark, who amongst his many other TV and theatre appearances, completed two 16 month runs as "The Wizard" in the London production of "Wicked", and a 9 month run in "The Woman in Black" in the West End says, “I am fascinated about how other performers prepare for shows and how shows or events are put together. I’m hoping listeners will be interested too and, after listening, will be inspired to donate to, “Acting For Others”, thereby supporting any industry professionals currently facing financial or emotional challenges”. So far, “Backstage Curry”, includes conversations with the current, “Wicked”, leading lady, Alexia Khadime, West End and Doctor Who star, Bonnie Langford. Plus, Debbie McGee talking about her, “Strictly”, experience and singer, Sonia, reminiscing about Eurovision and losing by an agonising one point! Other guests include Harriet Thorpe, Jenny Seagrove, Ruth Langsford, Yvette Fielding, Cheryl Baker, Shakatak and tennis legend Margaret Court.


The Podcast is available wherever you download your podcasts and is produced by Andy Barker.


If you'd like to support my charity of choice, Acting for Others, who support all those working in theatrical professions, please follow the link below.

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]]> This podcast series finds Mark Curry in conversation with a range of guests with a view to asking the main questions - How did you do it? What’s it really like? What’s it like to play a leading role in a West End musical? What’s it like to represent the UK at The Eurovision Song Contest? What’s it like being on Strictly Come Dancing? What does it feel like to become famous? How is your event organised? What’s it like to play on Centre Court?


In each episode, Mark delves into the detail. The process. The discipline required. The challenges and the rewards. These unique, peering under the bonnet conversations give honest authentic insights to the questions we’d all love to ask our fantasy dinner party guests. 


Actor and presenter, Mark Curry, has created this Podcast series called, “Backstage Curry”. Episodes feature, “behind the scenes” chat with performers, broadcasters and creatives. The series is raising funds for, “Acting For Others”, by providing listeners with an opportunity to donate via the charity’s website or donations link. 


Mark, who amongst his many other TV and theatre appearances, completed two 16 month runs as "The Wizard" in the London production of "Wicked", and a 9 month run in "The Woman in Black" in the West End says, “I am fascinated about how other performers prepare for shows and how shows or events are put together. I’m hoping listeners will be interested too and, after listening, will be inspired to donate to, “Acting For Others”, thereby supporting any industry professionals currently facing financial or emotional challenges”. So far, “Backstage Curry”, includes conversations with the current, “Wicked”, leading lady, Alexia Khadime, West End and Doctor Who star, Bonnie Langford. Plus, Debbie McGee talking about her, “Strictly”, experience and singer, Sonia, reminiscing about Eurovision and losing by an agonising one point! Other guests include Harriet Thorpe, Jenny Seagrove, Ruth Langsford, Yvette Fielding, Cheryl Baker, Shakatak and tennis legend Margaret Court.


The Podcast is available wherever you download your podcasts and is produced by Andy Barker.


If you'd like to support my charity of choice, Acting for Others, who support all those working in theatrical professions, please follow the link below.

https://actingforothers.co.uk/donate/

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]]> false Andy Barker info+666855172868cb0011de99bc@mg-eu.acast.com 666855172868cb0011de99bc backstage-curry episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/cover/1718113514907-0b0b5cc0bdc4f07220ef192cc9058eca.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry Backstage Curry MUSIC, MUSIC, MUSIC with Johnny Thirkell MUSIC, MUSIC, MUSIC with Johnny Thirkell Fri, 06 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT 54:23 698208f319ef991f73a761f9 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/music-music-music-with-johnny-thirkell 698208f319ef991f73a761f9 666855172868cb0011de99bc music-music-music-with-johnny-thirkell Mark Curry chats with Johnny Thirkell full 1 47 How British trumpet and flugelhorn player, Johnny Thirkell went from playing in a colliery band to recording with some of the biggest names in the music industry.


Johnny Thirkell joined his local colliery brass band in the North East of England when he was a kid and soon realised that music would be his whole world. After a short spell working down the mines, his musical talent led to Johnny playing all over the world and providing the brass sound on hundreds of pop, rock and jazz recordings. He’s worked with legendary names such as George Michael, Sir Paul McCartney, Jamiroquai, Lisa Stansfield, Cher, Tina Turner, Spice Girls, Swing Out Sister and has played on 36 number-one albums. In this episode, Johnny takes Mark into the world of the session musician, talks about some of the stars he’s played with and tells how one break has always led to another.

 

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]]> How British trumpet and flugelhorn player, Johnny Thirkell went from playing in a colliery band to recording with some of the biggest names in the music industry.


Johnny Thirkell joined his local colliery brass band in the North East of England when he was a kid and soon realised that music would be his whole world. After a short spell working down the mines, his musical talent led to Johnny playing all over the world and providing the brass sound on hundreds of pop, rock and jazz recordings. He’s worked with legendary names such as George Michael, Sir Paul McCartney, Jamiroquai, Lisa Stansfield, Cher, Tina Turner, Spice Girls, Swing Out Sister and has played on 36 number-one albums. In this episode, Johnny takes Mark into the world of the session musician, talks about some of the stars he’s played with and tells how one break has always led to another.

 

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]]> CAN’T SAY NO TO THIS BEAR! with Bonnie Langford CAN’T SAY NO TO THIS BEAR! with Bonnie Langford Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT 50:50 69722e304b6b88f001711431 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/cant-say-no-to-this-bear-with-bonnie-langford 69722e304b6b88f001711431 666855172868cb0011de99bc cant-say-no-to-this-bear-with-bonnie-langford Mark Curry chats with Bonnie Langford full 1 46 Behind the scenes of, Paddington The Musical, with Bonnie Langford.


During the first part of 2025, whilst starring on Broadway, the immensely talented performer, Bonnie Langford was asked if she’d be interested in being a part of a new musical about everyone’s favourite bear. With music and lyrics by Tom Fletcher and based on the original Paddington adventures written by Michael Bond, “Paddington The Musical”, opened at the Savoy Theatre, London in November 2025, receiving 5 star reviews and is now a sell-out show. Bonnie plays the role of Mrs Bird in the production and describes the process from rehearsals to performance including how the on-stage Paddington Bear was created.  

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]]> Behind the scenes of, Paddington The Musical, with Bonnie Langford.


During the first part of 2025, whilst starring on Broadway, the immensely talented performer, Bonnie Langford was asked if she’d be interested in being a part of a new musical about everyone’s favourite bear. With music and lyrics by Tom Fletcher and based on the original Paddington adventures written by Michael Bond, “Paddington The Musical”, opened at the Savoy Theatre, London in November 2025, receiving 5 star reviews and is now a sell-out show. Bonnie plays the role of Mrs Bird in the production and describes the process from rehearsals to performance including how the on-stage Paddington Bear was created.  

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]]> THERE’S SOMETHING ELSE FOR ME OUT THERE! with Mark Bajerski THERE’S SOMETHING ELSE FOR ME OUT THERE! with Mark Bajerski Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT 54:57 6964cb5688da0c07c17780d0 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/theres-something-else-for-me-out-there-with-mark-bajerski 6964cb5688da0c07c17780d0 666855172868cb0011de99bc theres-something-else-for-me-out-there-with-mark-bajerski Mark Curry chats with Mark Bajerski full 1 45 How Yorkshireman Mark Bajerski left the UK for Spain and became a physic healer.


Years ago, Mark Bajerski left the UK for a life in Spain, not knowing what the future would hold. He accepted an invitation to attend some spiritual meetings and suddenly discovered that he possessed a psychic awareness. Mark turned this accidental experience into a way of life and has now become known as, “The Healer of Hearts” with his own form of physic healing. In this episode, Mark tells his story and describes the work he does, work which led him to become an acclaimed empathic healer to athletes, artists, students, celebrities and anyone needing support in facing their life challenges. He was voted Spain’s number one Psychic in 2012 and 2013 and has his own Pure Energy Healing Academy. This episode is a glimpse into Mark’s world.

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]]> How Yorkshireman Mark Bajerski left the UK for Spain and became a physic healer.


Years ago, Mark Bajerski left the UK for a life in Spain, not knowing what the future would hold. He accepted an invitation to attend some spiritual meetings and suddenly discovered that he possessed a psychic awareness. Mark turned this accidental experience into a way of life and has now become known as, “The Healer of Hearts” with his own form of physic healing. In this episode, Mark tells his story and describes the work he does, work which led him to become an acclaimed empathic healer to athletes, artists, students, celebrities and anyone needing support in facing their life challenges. He was voted Spain’s number one Psychic in 2012 and 2013 and has his own Pure Energy Healing Academy. This episode is a glimpse into Mark’s world.

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]]> STAGE, SCREEN AND WINNING! with Liza Sadovy STAGE, SCREEN AND WINNING! with Liza Sadovy Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT 44:55 695b997262309e709f20ebd7 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/stage-screen-and-winning-with-liza-sadovy 695b997262309e709f20ebd7 666855172868cb0011de99bc stage-screen-and-winning-with-liza-sadovy Mark Curry chats with Liza Sadovy full 44 1 Olivier Award winning actress Liza Sadovy, discusses appearing in musicals, plays and being nominated.


Currently appearing in a new play, “Daniel’s Husband”, Liza Sadovy is enjoying a successful and prolific career. Her theatre credits include, “Company”, “Sweeney Todd”, “Wicked”, “Sunday In The Park With George” and “Into The Woods” amongst many others. Liza won an Olivier Award for Best Supporting Actress In A Musical for her portrayal of Fraulein Schneider in, “Cabaret”, in London and was nominated the following year for her performance as Aunt Eller in the Young Vic production of, “Oklahoma”. Here she discusses being known as a musical theatre performer as well as her reputation in plays, TV dramas and films. Liza describes what it’s like to be nominated for awards and if winning has made any difference to her career. 


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]]> Olivier Award winning actress Liza Sadovy, discusses appearing in musicals, plays and being nominated.


Currently appearing in a new play, “Daniel’s Husband”, Liza Sadovy is enjoying a successful and prolific career. Her theatre credits include, “Company”, “Sweeney Todd”, “Wicked”, “Sunday In The Park With George” and “Into The Woods” amongst many others. Liza won an Olivier Award for Best Supporting Actress In A Musical for her portrayal of Fraulein Schneider in, “Cabaret”, in London and was nominated the following year for her performance as Aunt Eller in the Young Vic production of, “Oklahoma”. Here she discusses being known as a musical theatre performer as well as her reputation in plays, TV dramas and films. Liza describes what it’s like to be nominated for awards and if winning has made any difference to her career. 


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]]> OH YES IT IS! with Peter Duncan OH YES IT IS! with Peter Duncan Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:23:44 GMT 41:18 693fe1b0891c3619dc07061d false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/oh-yes-it-is-with-peter-duncan 693fe1b0891c3619dc07061d 666855172868cb0011de99bc oh-yes-it-is-with-peter-duncan Mark Curry chats with Peter Duncan full 1 43 Pantomime season is in full swing, (Oh yes it is!) - actor Peter Duncan describes what this famous theatrical tradition means to him.


Actor and ex Blue Peter presenter Peter Duncan has starred in, directed, written and produced many pantomimes during his long career. In this episode, Peter describes being a part of this yearly Christmas theatrical event since childhood and how he’s managed to bring panto to theatre audiences all over the UK, including creating his own online productions.

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]]> Pantomime season is in full swing, (Oh yes it is!) - actor Peter Duncan describes what this famous theatrical tradition means to him.


Actor and ex Blue Peter presenter Peter Duncan has starred in, directed, written and produced many pantomimes during his long career. In this episode, Peter describes being a part of this yearly Christmas theatrical event since childhood and how he’s managed to bring panto to theatre audiences all over the UK, including creating his own online productions.

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]]> NO BATTLE FOR TRAFALGAR! with HELEN ENRIGHT NO BATTLE FOR TRAFALGAR! with HELEN ENRIGHT Fri, 21 Nov 2025 17:00:00 GMT 38:50 692053ee3962bb012e603411 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/no-battle-for-trafalgar-with-helen-enright 692053ee3962bb012e603411 666855172868cb0011de99bc no-battle-for-trafalgar-with-helen-enright Mark Curry chats with Helen Enright full 1 42 How Trafalgar Entertainment became a global, award-winning production company.

In 2017, Trafalgar Entertainment was created and now concentrates on new productions, venues, live music, comedy and Performance Arts, (with the company Stagecoach).


Trafalgar owns 21 venues, including spaces in London and around the UK. Helen Enright is the Company Secretary and Chief Operating Financial Officer- here she tells the Trafalgar story, also describing how productions are chosen, created and cast. Plus how and why venues such as the three main theatres in Eastbourne have been taken over.  

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]]> How Trafalgar Entertainment became a global, award-winning production company.

In 2017, Trafalgar Entertainment was created and now concentrates on new productions, venues, live music, comedy and Performance Arts, (with the company Stagecoach).


Trafalgar owns 21 venues, including spaces in London and around the UK. Helen Enright is the Company Secretary and Chief Operating Financial Officer- here she tells the Trafalgar story, also describing how productions are chosen, created and cast. Plus how and why venues such as the three main theatres in Eastbourne have been taken over.  

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]]> I REALLY NEED THIS JOB! with Beverley Callard I REALLY NEED THIS JOB! with Beverley Callard Fri, 24 Oct 2025 06:00:00 GMT 1:00:52 68f9f2dccd8a66821fbb3c80 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/i-really-need-this-job-with-beverley-callard 68f9f2dccd8a66821fbb3c80 666855172868cb0011de99bc i-really-need-this-job-with-beverley-callard Mark Curry chats with Beverley Callard full 1 41 Back in 1989, the new McDonald family was being written into the storylines of Coronation Street and the search to find an actress to play Liz McDonald began.

Beverley Callard was one of the hot favourites and here she describes the audition process, how much she wanted to be a part of this legendary series and how she’s learned to cope with the fame and attention Coronation Street has brought her.

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]]> Back in 1989, the new McDonald family was being written into the storylines of Coronation Street and the search to find an actress to play Liz McDonald began.

Beverley Callard was one of the hot favourites and here she describes the audition process, how much she wanted to be a part of this legendary series and how she’s learned to cope with the fame and attention Coronation Street has brought her.

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]]> AND SUDDENLY I BECAME ME! with Sarah Greene AND SUDDENLY I BECAME ME! with Sarah Greene Fri, 17 Oct 2025 06:00:00 GMT 44:51 68f0e0de4c84ef8837e179d3 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/and-suddenly-i-became-me-with-sarah-greene 68f0e0de4c84ef8837e179d3 666855172868cb0011de99bc and-suddenly-i-became-me-with-sarah-greene Mark Curry chats with Sarah Greene full 1 40 EPISODE 40. AND SUDDENLY I BECAME ME!

How presenting, Blue Peter, changed the life of Sarah Greene.


After a guest appearance on, Blue Peter, Sarah Greene was invited for an audition to become one of the presenters on the programme in the early 1980’s. As an actress, enjoying some success at that time, Sarah had never considered television presenting, but she got the job and during her three year stint on the most famous children’s show in the world, her life and career changed. Sarah discusses with Mark how she was able to find her true, ‘on screen’, self during that time and how, Blue Peter, led to her having the successful career she’s still enjoying today.


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]]> EPISODE 40. AND SUDDENLY I BECAME ME!

How presenting, Blue Peter, changed the life of Sarah Greene.


After a guest appearance on, Blue Peter, Sarah Greene was invited for an audition to become one of the presenters on the programme in the early 1980’s. As an actress, enjoying some success at that time, Sarah had never considered television presenting, but she got the job and during her three year stint on the most famous children’s show in the world, her life and career changed. Sarah discusses with Mark how she was able to find her true, ‘on screen’, self during that time and how, Blue Peter, led to her having the successful career she’s still enjoying today.


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]]> 26 MILLION VIEWERS! with Susan Penhaligon 26 MILLION VIEWERS! with Susan Penhaligon Fri, 03 Oct 2025 06:00:00 GMT 48:06 68da91bd136216b12fe84b67 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/26-million-viewers-with-susan-penhaligon 68da91bd136216b12fe84b67 666855172868cb0011de99bc 26-million-viewers-with-susan-penhaligon Mark Curry chats with Susan Penhaligon full 1 39 Actress Susan Penhaligon talks about starring in the ‘70’s TV drama series, “Bouquet of Barbed Wire” and about the industry today.


First broadcast on ITV in 1976, “Bouquet of Barbed Wire” was highly impactful and watched by millions. This controversial drama about the secrets and desires of a dysfunctional family, was critically acclaimed at the time and brought actress Susan Penhaligon fame and many career opportunities. Still performing today, Susan discusses the series and tells us why she has no thoughts of ever retiring.

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]]> Actress Susan Penhaligon talks about starring in the ‘70’s TV drama series, “Bouquet of Barbed Wire” and about the industry today.


First broadcast on ITV in 1976, “Bouquet of Barbed Wire” was highly impactful and watched by millions. This controversial drama about the secrets and desires of a dysfunctional family, was critically acclaimed at the time and brought actress Susan Penhaligon fame and many career opportunities. Still performing today, Susan discusses the series and tells us why she has no thoughts of ever retiring.

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]]> IT’S NOT A TRAGEDY! with Finty Williams IT’S NOT A TRAGEDY! with Finty Williams Fri, 12 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT 47:43 68c296b80fa00b581759f423 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/its-not-a-tragedy-with-finty-williams 68c296b80fa00b581759f423 666855172868cb0011de99bc its-not-a-tragedy-with-finty-williams Mark Curry chats with Finty Williams full 1 38 Behind the scenes of the new STEPS musical, “HERE AND NOW”, with cast member Finty Williams.

After a successful Gala performance in Manchester of the musical, “Here and Now”, which features songs by the top selling pop band, STEPS and which is receiving 4 and 5 star reviews-actress Finty Williams talks about her role in the show and about embarking on a UK and Ireland tour.


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]]> Behind the scenes of the new STEPS musical, “HERE AND NOW”, with cast member Finty Williams.

After a successful Gala performance in Manchester of the musical, “Here and Now”, which features songs by the top selling pop band, STEPS and which is receiving 4 and 5 star reviews-actress Finty Williams talks about her role in the show and about embarking on a UK and Ireland tour.


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]]> THE FAR EAST PHANTOM with Nicholas Pound THE FAR EAST PHANTOM with Nicholas Pound Fri, 05 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT 49:20 68ad93f3982c36846ec9c4e4 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/the-far-east-phantom-with-nicholas-pound 68ad93f3982c36846ec9c4e4 666855172868cb0011de99bc the-far-east-phantom-with-nicholas-pound Mark Curry chats with Nicholas Pound full 1 37 Performer Nicholas Pound describes being a part of the spectacular Asian tour of the musical, “The Phantom of the Opera”.


A long way from his home in Sussex, the experienced performer, Nicholas Pound takes Mark behind the scenes of the 2025 Asian tour of the worldwide epic musical theatre success, “The Phantom of the Opera”. Two weeks after opening in Bangkok, Nicholas talks about the highs and lows of embarking on this theatrical adventure. 

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]]> Performer Nicholas Pound describes being a part of the spectacular Asian tour of the musical, “The Phantom of the Opera”.


A long way from his home in Sussex, the experienced performer, Nicholas Pound takes Mark behind the scenes of the 2025 Asian tour of the worldwide epic musical theatre success, “The Phantom of the Opera”. Two weeks after opening in Bangkok, Nicholas talks about the highs and lows of embarking on this theatrical adventure. 

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]]> DOING IT MY WAY with Ian Shaw DOING IT MY WAY with Ian Shaw Fri, 29 Aug 2025 06:00:00 GMT 58:19 68ad93a1352b565debf811ae false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/doing-it-my-way-with-ian-shaw 68ad93a1352b565debf811ae 666855172868cb0011de99bc doing-it-my-way-with-ian-shaw Mark Curry chats with Ian Shaw full 1 36 Talking jazz with the award winning, uniquely talented jazz musician, Ian Shaw.

Born in Wales and growing up in a musical household, Ian Shaw has become one of the UK’s leading jazz performers. His interpretations of songs from different genres of music, coupled with his own writing, has led to Ian being in constant demand at jazz venues and festivals worldwide. On the week of his appearance at the Rye Jazz Festival in August 2025, Ian describes his background and talks about his own preparation and performing process.


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]]> Talking jazz with the award winning, uniquely talented jazz musician, Ian Shaw.

Born in Wales and growing up in a musical household, Ian Shaw has become one of the UK’s leading jazz performers. His interpretations of songs from different genres of music, coupled with his own writing, has led to Ian being in constant demand at jazz venues and festivals worldwide. On the week of his appearance at the Rye Jazz Festival in August 2025, Ian describes his background and talks about his own preparation and performing process.


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]]> THE MONEY NOTES with Sophia Ragavelas THE MONEY NOTES with Sophia Ragavelas Fri, 18 Jul 2025 06:00:00 GMT 52:12 6876403912713a20e1e9cdab false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/episode-35-the-money-notes-with-sophia-ragavelas 6876403912713a20e1e9cdab 666855172868cb0011de99bc episode-35-the-money-notes-with-sophia-ragavelas Mark Curry chats with Sophia Ragavelas full 1 35 West End musical star Sophia Ragavelas on “nailing” those big, famous show tunes.

Sophia Ragavelas has played such famous roles as, Grizabella in, “CATS”, Eponine and Fantine, in, “LES MISERABLES” and Sophie in, “MAMMA MIA”, amongst others. Here she describes handling the pressure and expectation when performing the well known iconic songs in those shows and her recent role in the new London musical, “KING OF PANGEA”. Sophia talks about her own preparation process and the guidance and support she now provides to other performers through her successful “ Musical Mentor” project.

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]]> West End musical star Sophia Ragavelas on “nailing” those big, famous show tunes.

Sophia Ragavelas has played such famous roles as, Grizabella in, “CATS”, Eponine and Fantine, in, “LES MISERABLES” and Sophie in, “MAMMA MIA”, amongst others. Here she describes handling the pressure and expectation when performing the well known iconic songs in those shows and her recent role in the new London musical, “KING OF PANGEA”. Sophia talks about her own preparation process and the guidance and support she now provides to other performers through her successful “ Musical Mentor” project.

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]]> NOVEL NUMBER 3, PLEASE! with Janet Ellis NOVEL NUMBER 3, PLEASE! with Janet Ellis Fri, 11 Jul 2025 06:00:00 GMT 57:29 686baa0391efcd9815ee0295 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/novel-number-3-please-with-janet-ellis 686baa0391efcd9815ee0295 666855172868cb0011de99bc novel-number-3-please-with-janet-ellis Mark Curry chats with Janet Ellis full 1 34 Janet Ellis discusses turning her secret writing ambition into a reality.

Embarking on a writing course turned actress and presenter Janet Ellis into a successful novelist. She describes how her first novel, “The Butcher’s Hook”, came about and now, as she works on her 3rd publication, Janet talks about her personal writing process.

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]]> Janet Ellis discusses turning her secret writing ambition into a reality.

Embarking on a writing course turned actress and presenter Janet Ellis into a successful novelist. She describes how her first novel, “The Butcher’s Hook”, came about and now, as she works on her 3rd publication, Janet talks about her personal writing process.

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]]> COURT ON CENTRE COURT with Margaret Smith Court COURT ON CENTRE COURT with Margaret Smith Court Fri, 20 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT 53:38 684fece2ee64da20d5bfed82 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/court-on-centre-court-with-margaret-smith-court 684fece2ee64da20d5bfed82 666855172868cb0011de99bc court-on-centre-court-with-margaret-smith-court Mark Curry chats with Margaret Smith Court full 1 33 The highs and lows of playing at Wimbledon with tennis legend Margaret Smith Court.


After her first appearance on Centre Court at Wimbledon in 1961, Margaret Court, (nee Smith), went on to claim 10 titles at The Championships including 3 singles, 2 doubles and 5 mixed.

Her Grand Slam total of 64 titles will probably never be beaten and she was often invincible. Playing at Wimbledon was always very special for Margaret but sometimes she found that Centre Court atmosphere a little overwhelming.

Mark takes her through the 12 different years she played there as she remembers her wins and losses on the hallowed turf of the All England Lawn Tennis Club.

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]]> The highs and lows of playing at Wimbledon with tennis legend Margaret Smith Court.


After her first appearance on Centre Court at Wimbledon in 1961, Margaret Court, (nee Smith), went on to claim 10 titles at The Championships including 3 singles, 2 doubles and 5 mixed.

Her Grand Slam total of 64 titles will probably never be beaten and she was often invincible. Playing at Wimbledon was always very special for Margaret but sometimes she found that Centre Court atmosphere a little overwhelming.

Mark takes her through the 12 different years she played there as she remembers her wins and losses on the hallowed turf of the All England Lawn Tennis Club.

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]]> ORDER OF PLAY with Denise Parnell ORDER OF PLAY with Denise Parnell Fri, 13 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT 58:31 6846e90dd911dedd65f48894 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/order-of-play-with-denise-parnell 6846e90dd911dedd65f48894 666855172868cb0011de99bc order-of-play-with-denise-parnell Mark Curry chats with Denise Parnell full 1 32 Wimbledon Championships referee, Denise Parnell, talks about being the boss of the fortnight.


Former tennis pro, Denise Parnell became the first female Wimbledon Championships referee in 2024. One of only 13 women to hold the Gold Badge referee qualification, Denise is the top official and responsible for making the most important decisions…managing the tournament draw, scheduling matches, whether to stop play due to rain, when to close the Centre or No1 Court roof and generally ensuring that the most famous tennis event in the world runs smoothly and efficiently. Her discussion with Mark includes how the job came her way and what each day entails.

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]]> Wimbledon Championships referee, Denise Parnell, talks about being the boss of the fortnight.


Former tennis pro, Denise Parnell became the first female Wimbledon Championships referee in 2024. One of only 13 women to hold the Gold Badge referee qualification, Denise is the top official and responsible for making the most important decisions…managing the tournament draw, scheduling matches, whether to stop play due to rain, when to close the Centre or No1 Court roof and generally ensuring that the most famous tennis event in the world runs smoothly and efficiently. Her discussion with Mark includes how the job came her way and what each day entails.

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]]> WHEN ONE DOOR CLOSES. How the new Kings Head Theatre in Islington happened. WHEN ONE DOOR CLOSES. How the new Kings Head Theatre in Islington happened. Fri, 09 May 2025 06:00:00 GMT 46:38 680f44cd175ad62710201ccc false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/when-one-door-closes-how-the-new-kings-head-theatre-in-islin 680f44cd175ad62710201ccc 666855172868cb0011de99bc when-one-door-closes-how-the-new-kings-head-theatre-in-islin Mark Curry chats with Sofi Berenger full 1 31 Last orders was called at the very well established Kings Head pub theatre in 2023. Now, around the corner from that venue, in Islington Square, London N1, is the bigger, purpose built 200 seater Kings Head Theatre. The current executive producer is Sofi Berenger and in this episode, Sofi tells Mark how the new space was created and why, as well as describing what audiences and performers can experience there.


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]]> Last orders was called at the very well established Kings Head pub theatre in 2023. Now, around the corner from that venue, in Islington Square, London N1, is the bigger, purpose built 200 seater Kings Head Theatre. The current executive producer is Sofi Berenger and in this episode, Sofi tells Mark how the new space was created and why, as well as describing what audiences and performers can experience there.


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]]> <![CDATA[GET YER SKATES ON! Behind the scenes of “Starlight Express"]]> Fri, 02 May 2025 06:00:00 GMT 40:50 680f43d150eb1025288a9190 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/get-yer-skates-on-behind-the-scenes-of-starlight-express 680f43d150eb1025288a9190 666855172868cb0011de99bc get-yer-skates-on-behind-the-scenes-of-starlight-express Mark Curry chats with Jaydon Vijn full 1 30 First produced in London back in 1984, with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Richard Stilgoe, “STARLIGHT EXPRESS” has thrilled audiences worldwide and can currently be seen in the Starlight Auditorium at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre. Amongst the 40 performers is Jaydon Vijn, here describing how the show came his way, his preparation, the pressure plus the thrills AND spills of this spectacular show.


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]]> First produced in London back in 1984, with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Richard Stilgoe, “STARLIGHT EXPRESS” has thrilled audiences worldwide and can currently be seen in the Starlight Auditorium at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre. Amongst the 40 performers is Jaydon Vijn, here describing how the show came his way, his preparation, the pressure plus the thrills AND spills of this spectacular show.


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]]> THIS IS ME! Living and performing with Bipolar Disorder with Natasha Cayabyab THIS IS ME! Living and performing with Bipolar Disorder with Natasha Cayabyab Fri, 18 Apr 2025 06:00:00 GMT 46:23 67fcd5c27b4fe9379b0357cf false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/this-is-me-living-and-performing-with-bipolar-disorder-with- 67fcd5c27b4fe9379b0357cf 666855172868cb0011de99bc this-is-me-living-and-performing-with-bipolar-disorder-with- Mark Curry chats with Natasha Cayabyab full 1 29 In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Mark is in conversation with Natasha Cayabyab, a young performer who is making an impact, not just for her talent, but for her courage and honesty in sharing her journey with Bipolar Disorder.

Natasha talks about her diagnosis, the challenges she's faced, and the daily realities of living with a condition that's often misunderstood. From navigating mood swings to developing a strong support system, she shares how she manages her mental health while continuing to pursue her dreams and build a successful career.

This candid conversation dives into the importance of self-awareness, therapy, medication, and routine — as well as challenging the stigma around mental illness that still exists in the theatre and beyond. Whether you live with Bipolar Disorder yourself or simply want to better understand the condition, this episode is a must-listen.


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]]> In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Mark is in conversation with Natasha Cayabyab, a young performer who is making an impact, not just for her talent, but for her courage and honesty in sharing her journey with Bipolar Disorder.

Natasha talks about her diagnosis, the challenges she's faced, and the daily realities of living with a condition that's often misunderstood. From navigating mood swings to developing a strong support system, she shares how she manages her mental health while continuing to pursue her dreams and build a successful career.

This candid conversation dives into the importance of self-awareness, therapy, medication, and routine — as well as challenging the stigma around mental illness that still exists in the theatre and beyond. Whether you live with Bipolar Disorder yourself or simply want to better understand the condition, this episode is a must-listen.


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]]> MR ALEXANDER AND MEMBERS OF THE ORCHESTRA TO THE PIT, PLEASE! MR ALEXANDER AND MEMBERS OF THE ORCHESTRA TO THE PIT, PLEASE! Fri, 21 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMT 40:11 67c98a247da2435a872cd89c false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/mr-alexander-and-members-of-the-orchestra-to-the-pit-please 67c98a247da2435a872cd89c 666855172868cb0011de99bc mr-alexander-and-members-of-the-orchestra-to-the-pit-please Mark Curry chats with Jae Alexander full 1 28 A chat with the renowned and highly respected Musical Director, Jae Alexander.

Born in South Wales, Jae Alexander asked for a piano as a Christmas present when he was six years old! After studying and learning church music, Jae sang, stage managed and played piano for show rehearsals, before becoming a fully-fledged Musical Director on some of the biggest shows in London. He has led orchestras for Royal Command Performances and for television spectaculars and radio concerts. Jae goes from show to show, working on established musicals as well as new projects. Mark catches up with him during rehearsals for, “Stiletto”, at Charing Cross Theatre.  

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]]> A chat with the renowned and highly respected Musical Director, Jae Alexander.

Born in South Wales, Jae Alexander asked for a piano as a Christmas present when he was six years old! After studying and learning church music, Jae sang, stage managed and played piano for show rehearsals, before becoming a fully-fledged Musical Director on some of the biggest shows in London. He has led orchestras for Royal Command Performances and for television spectaculars and radio concerts. Jae goes from show to show, working on established musicals as well as new projects. Mark catches up with him during rehearsals for, “Stiletto”, at Charing Cross Theatre.  

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]]> THANK YOU AND GOODNIGHT, MADAME! THANK YOU AND GOODNIGHT, MADAME! Fri, 14 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMT 44:00 67c588baa02912270de28b06 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/thank-you-and-goodnight-madame 67c588baa02912270de28b06 666855172868cb0011de99bc thank-you-and-goodnight-madame Mark Curry chats with Sophie-Louise Dann full 1 27 Olivier Award nominee, Sophie-Louise Dann describes playing the iconic Madame Morrible, for the past 3 years, in the London production of, “Wicked”.

Sophie-Louise Dann landed the role of Madame Morrible in 2022 and has played this monstrous but captivating character in the London production of, “Wicked”, for 3 years. With one month to go before she takes her final bow, Sophie-Louise talks about how she’s kept up her enthusiasm and dedication and describes her journey from audition to her final few performances.

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]]> Olivier Award nominee, Sophie-Louise Dann describes playing the iconic Madame Morrible, for the past 3 years, in the London production of, “Wicked”.

Sophie-Louise Dann landed the role of Madame Morrible in 2022 and has played this monstrous but captivating character in the London production of, “Wicked”, for 3 years. With one month to go before she takes her final bow, Sophie-Louise talks about how she’s kept up her enthusiasm and dedication and describes her journey from audition to her final few performances.

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]]> THRILLING AND CHILLING SINCE 1952! With Denise Silvey THRILLING AND CHILLING SINCE 1952! With Denise Silvey Fri, 07 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMT 46:45 67c58816a02912270de26cb2 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/thrilling-and-chilling-since-1952-with-denise-silvey 67c58816a02912270de26cb2 666855172868cb0011de99bc thrilling-and-chilling-since-1952-with-denise-silvey Mark Curry chats with Denise Silvey full 1 26 The Mousetrap, written by Agatha Christie, opened in Nottingham in 1952 before transferring to the West End. Apart from a break during the Covid 19 pandemic, the play has been thrilling audiences nine times a week- in London and on tour-for over 70 years. The Artistic Director is Denise Silvey, and she discusses why The Mousetrap has lasted and takes Mark backstage at St Martins Theatre.


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]]> The Mousetrap, written by Agatha Christie, opened in Nottingham in 1952 before transferring to the West End. Apart from a break during the Covid 19 pandemic, the play has been thrilling audiences nine times a week- in London and on tour-for over 70 years. The Artistic Director is Denise Silvey, and she discusses why The Mousetrap has lasted and takes Mark backstage at St Martins Theatre.


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]]> COME ON, LADIES - WE’RE LIVE IN FIVE! with Ruth Langsford COME ON, LADIES - WE’RE LIVE IN FIVE! with Ruth Langsford Fri, 14 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT 1:10:36 67ab411ec6f97f89d8fe5edd false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/come-on-ladies-were-live-in-five-with-ruth-langsford 67ab411ec6f97f89d8fe5edd 666855172868cb0011de99bc come-on-ladies-were-live-in-five-with-ruth-langsford Mark Curry chats with Ruth Langsford full 1 25 COME ON, LADIES - WE’RE LIVE IN FIVE! Behind the scenes of “Loose Women”, with Ruth Langsford.

The award winning ITV daytime show, “Loose Women”, broadcasts live, Monday to Friday and Ruth Langsford is one of the regular presenters. Ruth explains how the show works, describes her preparation and gives her thoughts on why this programme is still such a hit after 25 years.

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]]> COME ON, LADIES - WE’RE LIVE IN FIVE! Behind the scenes of “Loose Women”, with Ruth Langsford.

The award winning ITV daytime show, “Loose Women”, broadcasts live, Monday to Friday and Ruth Langsford is one of the regular presenters. Ruth explains how the show works, describes her preparation and gives her thoughts on why this programme is still such a hit after 25 years.

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]]> AMERICA CALLING! with James Gray. How a West End performer followed his desire to live and work in the USA. AMERICA CALLING! with James Gray. How a West End performer followed his desire to live and work in the USA. Fri, 07 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT 59:07 67a21ae13e71a8c58e1eeebf false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/america-calling-with-james-gray-how-a-west-end-performer-fol 67a21ae13e71a8c58e1eeebf 666855172868cb0011de99bc america-calling-with-james-gray-how-a-west-end-performer-fol Mark Curry chats withy James Gray full 1 24 James Gray enjoyed success in the UK, both on tour and in the West End but always had an inner desire to live and work in America AND ….he made it happen! James describes following his dreams, the challenges he faced, the contrast between West End and Broadway and how he’s gone from performing to becoming a creative, working alongside Susan Stroman, Hal Prince and Mel Brooks.

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]]> James Gray enjoyed success in the UK, both on tour and in the West End but always had an inner desire to live and work in America AND ….he made it happen! James describes following his dreams, the challenges he faced, the contrast between West End and Broadway and how he’s gone from performing to becoming a creative, working alongside Susan Stroman, Hal Prince and Mel Brooks.

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]]> NO TROUBLE AT T’MILL! With Sally Hughes NO TROUBLE AT T’MILL! With Sally Hughes Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:00:00 GMT 54:41 67923e336468d3dae3236630 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/no-trouble-at-tmill-with-sally-hughes 67923e336468d3dae3236630 666855172868cb0011de99bc no-trouble-at-tmill-with-sally-hughes Mark Curry chats with Sally Hughes full 1 23 How an 18th century flour mill became a theatre!

The owner of The Mill at Sonning in Berkshire, Sally Hughes, talks about how this former flour mill, on the banks of the river, became the UK’s most famous dinner theatre. What does it take to run such a venue? How did it survive lockdown? Who is the very famous next-door neighbour and what does the future hold?

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]]> How an 18th century flour mill became a theatre!

The owner of The Mill at Sonning in Berkshire, Sally Hughes, talks about how this former flour mill, on the banks of the river, became the UK’s most famous dinner theatre. What does it take to run such a venue? How did it survive lockdown? Who is the very famous next-door neighbour and what does the future hold?

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]]> I WILL GET YOU EVERYWHERE! How the world of PR works in the West End and beyond. I WILL GET YOU EVERYWHERE! How the world of PR works in the West End and beyond. Fri, 17 Jan 2025 14:39:32 GMT 49:24 678a6b835dd9c67f17429a87 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/i-will-get-you-everywhere-how-the-world-of-pr-works-in-the-w 678a6b835dd9c67f17429a87 666855172868cb0011de99bc i-will-get-you-everywhere-how-the-world-of-pr-works-in-the-w Mark Curry chats with Kevin Wilson full 1 22

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]]> IN THE CHAIR with Jenny Seagrove IN THE CHAIR with Jenny Seagrove Fri, 10 Jan 2025 07:00:00 GMT 44:09 677feac8e83bfb002df92a9b false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/in-the-chair-with-jenny-seagrove 677feac8e83bfb002df92a9b 666855172868cb0011de99bc in-the-chair-with-jenny-seagrove Mark Curry chats with Jenny Seagrove full 1 21 Jenny Seagrove, who has now become the Chairperson of the BILL KENWRIGHT GROUP and in this episode, she takes Mark behind the scenes of one of the largest and most established commercial theatre companies.

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]]> Jenny Seagrove, who has now become the Chairperson of the BILL KENWRIGHT GROUP and in this episode, she takes Mark behind the scenes of one of the largest and most established commercial theatre companies.

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]]> A MINDFUL CONVERSATION with Andy Barker A MINDFUL CONVERSATION with Andy Barker Fri, 03 Jan 2025 07:00:34 GMT 58:30 676569c9575cbdaa9d6d6776 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/a-mindful-conversation-with-andy-barker 676569c9575cbdaa9d6d6776 666855172868cb0011de99bc a-mindful-conversation-with-andy-barker Mark Curry chats with Andy Barker full 1 20 Andy Barker, talks about his own personal struggles with performance anxiety in the past, how this led to him working BEHIND the curtain and how he’s developed “mind fitness” techniques to inform and educate.  

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]]> Andy Barker, talks about his own personal struggles with performance anxiety in the past, how this led to him working BEHIND the curtain and how he’s developed “mind fitness” techniques to inform and educate.  

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]]> IT ALWAYS SNOWS IN SONNING With Jonathan O’Boyle. IT ALWAYS SNOWS IN SONNING With Jonathan O’Boyle. Fri, 27 Dec 2024 07:00:30 GMT 47:18 67613e32f444544373f8ea96 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/it-always-snows-in-sonning-with-jonathan-oboyle 67613e32f444544373f8ea96 666855172868cb0011de99bc it-always-snows-in-sonning-with-jonathan-oboyle full 1 19 Jonathan O’Boyle accepted the offer to stage this classic piece in the intimate setting of the Mill at Sonning, Berkshire. Here he describes his process and the challenge of putting on such a big show in a small space.

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]]> Jonathan O’Boyle accepted the offer to stage this classic piece in the intimate setting of the Mill at Sonning, Berkshire. Here he describes his process and the challenge of putting on such a big show in a small space.

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]]> WELCOME TO WALFORD! With Harriet Thorpe WELCOME TO WALFORD! With Harriet Thorpe Fri, 20 Dec 2024 06:00:32 GMT 46:13 675acced67047a6a2596aa92 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/welcome-to-walford-with-harriet-thorpe 675acced67047a6a2596aa92 666855172868cb0011de99bc welcome-to-walford-with-harriet-thorpe Mark Curry chats with Harriet Thorpe full 1 18 Harriet Thorpe to read for the returning role of Elaine Peacock, in EASTENDERS. She got the part and here she talks about life at the Queen Vic, her career and what led her to become an, “Acting For Others”, Ambassador.

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]]> Harriet Thorpe to read for the returning role of Elaine Peacock, in EASTENDERS. She got the part and here she talks about life at the Queen Vic, her career and what led her to become an, “Acting For Others”, Ambassador.

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]]> THIS WONDERFUL WICKED WORLD with PETRA SINIAWSKI THIS WONDERFUL WICKED WORLD with PETRA SINIAWSKI Fri, 13 Dec 2024 07:00:58 GMT 54:54 6756cdf37205a5bc68bbc9ed false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/this-wonderful-wicked-world-with-petra-siniawski 6756cdf37205a5bc68bbc9ed 666855172868cb0011de99bc this-wonderful-wicked-world-with-petra-siniawski Mark Curry chats with Petra Siniawski full 1 17 Petra Siniawski and here she talks about casting and staging a production which has become a phenomenon.

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]]> Petra Siniawski and here she talks about casting and staging a production which has become a phenomenon.

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]]> SHAKATAK - FORTY FOUR YEARS OF MAKING THE MUSIC SHAKATAK - FORTY FOUR YEARS OF MAKING THE MUSIC Fri, 15 Nov 2024 07:00:38 GMT 50:06 6731e9fbdde1904025b46dde false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/shakatak-forty-four-years-of-making-the-music 6731e9fbdde1904025b46dde 666855172868cb0011de99bc shakatak-forty-four-years-of-making-the-music Mark Curry chats with Shakatak full 1 16

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]]> OUT HERE ON MY OWN with Mark Farrelly OUT HERE ON MY OWN with Mark Farrelly Wed, 16 Oct 2024 11:12:53 GMT 57:03 670f9fb695a9a2047584899d false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/out-here-on-my-own-with-mark-farrelly 670f9fb695a9a2047584899d 666855172868cb0011de99bc out-here-on-my-own-with-mark-farrelly Mark Curry chats with Mark Farrelly full 1 15 Mark Farrelly, talks about creating his own solo productions which include material about Quentin Crisp, Derek Jarman and Patrick Hamilton. Mark describes how his solo shows came to fruition, and discusses the logistics of writing, performing and producing the projects. Why do these particular characters, (including comedian, Frankie Howerd), fascinate him? Why did Mark want to create his own opportunities and…What’s it like being the only one on stage?  

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]]> Mark Farrelly, talks about creating his own solo productions which include material about Quentin Crisp, Derek Jarman and Patrick Hamilton. Mark describes how his solo shows came to fruition, and discusses the logistics of writing, performing and producing the projects. Why do these particular characters, (including comedian, Frankie Howerd), fascinate him? Why did Mark want to create his own opportunities and…What’s it like being the only one on stage?  

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]]> THEN AND NOW with Valerie Holiday from The Three Degrees THEN AND NOW with Valerie Holiday from The Three Degrees Fri, 27 Sep 2024 06:30:00 GMT 44:04 66f1368f076ac3de28eed438 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/then-and-now-with-valerie-holiday-from-the-three-degrees 66f1368f076ac3de28eed438 666855172868cb0011de99bc then-and-now-with-valerie-holiday-from-the-three-degrees Mark chats with Valerie Holiday full 1 14 First created in the 1960’s and going on to enjoy chart success in the Uk, USA, Japan and most of Europe, The Three Degrees are still performing and Valerie Holiday, who joined in 1967, talks about the THEN and NOW of being with the group.. and how the 2024 tour is wowing their fans.


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]]> First created in the 1960’s and going on to enjoy chart success in the Uk, USA, Japan and most of Europe, The Three Degrees are still performing and Valerie Holiday, who joined in 1967, talks about the THEN and NOW of being with the group.. and how the 2024 tour is wowing their fans.


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]]> NEW BEGINNING with Cheryl Baker NEW BEGINNING with Cheryl Baker Mon, 23 Sep 2024 09:31:04 GMT 47:57 66f13558076ac3de28ee87ec false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/new-beginning-with-cheryl-baker 66f13558076ac3de28ee87ec 666855172868cb0011de99bc new-beginning-with-cheryl-baker Mark Curry talks with Cheryl baker full 1 13 As well as winning, “Eurovision”- “Bucks Fizz”, had 3 UK no1 hits. One of their songs, “New Beginning”, is an apt title to describe what’s happening for three of the originals. Cheryl Baker talks about how the band were forced to change their name, about Mike Nolan leaving and about her and Jay Aston looking for a replacement. Let’s go on tour with.. “The Fizz”!


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]]> As well as winning, “Eurovision”- “Bucks Fizz”, had 3 UK no1 hits. One of their songs, “New Beginning”, is an apt title to describe what’s happening for three of the originals. Cheryl Baker talks about how the band were forced to change their name, about Mike Nolan leaving and about her and Jay Aston looking for a replacement. Let’s go on tour with.. “The Fizz”!


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]]> “YOU’RE IN THE MIX” with Jane Deitch “YOU’RE IN THE MIX” with Jane Deitch Fri, 13 Sep 2024 06:15:26 GMT 44:12 66e197d2cee9719c6b740e40 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/youre-in-the-mix-with-jane-deitch 66e197d2cee9719c6b740e40 666855172868cb0011de99bc youre-in-the-mix-with-jane-deitch Mark Curry talks with Jane Deitch full 1 12 “YOU’RE IN THE MIX”

This is what a performer hears when they’re down to the last few for a role in a show. Jane Deitch offers a fascinating glimpse into the TV and Theatre world of the Casting Director whilst offering some vital “do’s and don’ts” for those auditions!

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]]> “YOU’RE IN THE MIX”

This is what a performer hears when they’re down to the last few for a role in a show. Jane Deitch offers a fascinating glimpse into the TV and Theatre world of the Casting Director whilst offering some vital “do’s and don’ts” for those auditions!

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]]> LET’S DO THE SHOW RIGHT HERE! with Celia Mackay LET’S DO THE SHOW RIGHT HERE! with Celia Mackay Fri, 30 Aug 2024 06:00:03 GMT 41:00 66c73c41591a358fd265af5f false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/lets-do-the-show-right-here-with-celia-mackay 66c73c41591a358fd265af5f 666855172868cb0011de99bc lets-do-the-show-right-here-with-celia-mackay Mark Curry talks to Celia Mackay full 1 11 LET’S DO THE SHOW RIGHT HERE! with Celia Mackay

A magical woodland glade in 39 acres of beautiful Leicestershire countryside is the setting for one of the UK’s leading outdoor theatrical venues. Kilworth House Theatre was created by Celia Mackay and this is her story of how it all happened and how a classic musical is staged at Kilworth every summer.


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]]> LET’S DO THE SHOW RIGHT HERE! with Celia Mackay

A magical woodland glade in 39 acres of beautiful Leicestershire countryside is the setting for one of the UK’s leading outdoor theatrical venues. Kilworth House Theatre was created by Celia Mackay and this is her story of how it all happened and how a classic musical is staged at Kilworth every summer.


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]]> COME ON DOWN! with Peter Dickson COME ON DOWN! with Peter Dickson Fri, 23 Aug 2024 06:00:06 GMT 55:38 66c6008db0de8bdc2ff57f77 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/come-on-down-with-peter-dickson 66c6008db0de8bdc2ff57f77 666855172868cb0011de99bc come-on-down-with-peter-dickson Mark Curry chats with Peter Dickson full 1 10 PETER DICKSON - COME ON DOWN!

He is one of the most successful voice-over artists ever and in this episode, Peter Dickson takes us behind the microphone to explain how his became the voice saying, “COME ON DOWN”, on, “The Price Is Right”… and…”IT’S TIME, TO FACE, THE MUSIC”, on, “The X Factor”. Just two of his classic vocal creations amongst so many others. His career path is an interesting one and he’s got some excellent advice for any voice-over performers out there.


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He is one of the most successful voice-over artists ever and in this episode, Peter Dickson takes us behind the microphone to explain how his became the voice saying, “COME ON DOWN”, on, “The Price Is Right”… and…”IT’S TIME, TO FACE, THE MUSIC”, on, “The X Factor”. Just two of his classic vocal creations amongst so many others. His career path is an interesting one and he’s got some excellent advice for any voice-over performers out there.


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]]> SERVES AND SEAGULLS with Rebecca James SERVES AND SEAGULLS with Rebecca James Fri, 16 Aug 2024 06:00:22 GMT 1:01:43 66ab791c4c0d73868914eec5 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/serves-and-seagulls-with-rebecca-james 66ab791c4c0d73868914eec5 666855172868cb0011de99bc serves-and-seagulls-with-rebecca-james Mark Curry chats with Rebecca James full 1 9 Rebecca James talks about the pressures of running such a major tennis event.

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]]> ALL THAT FRESH AIR with Louise Jameson ALL THAT FRESH AIR with Louise Jameson Fri, 09 Aug 2024 06:00:21 GMT 47:21 66ab52711f6556b4b68acba2 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/all-that-fresh-air-with-louise-jameson 66ab52711f6556b4b68acba2 666855172868cb0011de99bc all-that-fresh-air-with-louise-jameson Mark Curry chats with Louise Jameson full 1 8 Louise Jameson joined the ITV soap, EMMERDALE, in 2022 as Mary Goskirk. Here she describes, in detail, how the role came her way and the everyday workings of being a series regular.

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]]> Louise Jameson joined the ITV soap, EMMERDALE, in 2022 as Mary Goskirk. Here she describes, in detail, how the role came her way and the everyday workings of being a series regular.

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]]> RAIN NEVER STOPS PLAY with Lee Proud RAIN NEVER STOPS PLAY with Lee Proud Fri, 02 Aug 2024 06:00:44 GMT 43:41 66ab51d54c0d7386890be578 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/rain-never-stops-play-with-lee-proud 66ab51d54c0d7386890be578 666855172868cb0011de99bc rain-never-stops-play-with-lee-proud Mark Curry chats to Lee Proud full 1 7 RAIN NEVER STOPS PLAY

Director and choreographer, Lee Proud takes us through the process of staging one of the best loved musicals ever, “Singin’ In The Rain”. The setting is Kilworth House Theatre in the Leicestershire countryside. This 500-seater, woodland glade venue in 39 acres provides a theatrical challenge, especially in a production where it HAS to pour down for every show!

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Director and choreographer, Lee Proud takes us through the process of staging one of the best loved musicals ever, “Singin’ In The Rain”. The setting is Kilworth House Theatre in the Leicestershire countryside. This 500-seater, woodland glade venue in 39 acres provides a theatrical challenge, especially in a production where it HAS to pour down for every show!

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]]> SPAIN THROUGH THE MUSIC with Daniel Martinez SPAIN THROUGH THE MUSIC with Daniel Martinez Fri, 26 Jul 2024 06:00:05 GMT 46:59 669a7da425946be33451b9a1 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/spain-through-the-music-with-daniel-martinez 669a7da425946be33451b9a1 666855172868cb0011de99bc spain-through-the-music-with-daniel-martinez Mark Curry chats to Daniel Martinez full 1 6 SPAIN THROUGH MUSIC

In 2017, Flamenco guitarist Daniel Martinez created his own company which has received awards and rave reviews. Together with his wife, the dancer Gabriela Pouso, they talk about their 2024 UK and Europe tour.

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In 2017, Flamenco guitarist Daniel Martinez created his own company which has received awards and rave reviews. Together with his wife, the dancer Gabriela Pouso, they talk about their 2024 UK and Europe tour.

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]]> LET THE SCREAMING COMMENCE with Yvette Fielding LET THE SCREAMING COMMENCE with Yvette Fielding Fri, 19 Jul 2024 06:00:51 GMT 47:58 669506bbade4ffab3e3b8a9c false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/let-the-screaming-commence-with-yvette-fielding 669506bbade4ffab3e3b8a9c 666855172868cb0011de99bc let-the-screaming-commence-with-yvette-fielding Mark Curry chats with Yvette Fielding full 1 5 Yvette Fielding joined Mark to co-present, “Blue Peter”. These days she frightens herself and millions of viewers as she spends scary nights on location in the series she created, “Most Haunted”. Yvette tells Mark how the show happened and describes filming the programme. 

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]]> Yvette Fielding joined Mark to co-present, “Blue Peter”. These days she frightens herself and millions of viewers as she spends scary nights on location in the series she created, “Most Haunted”. Yvette tells Mark how the show happened and describes filming the programme. 

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]]> YES, I CAN DO THAT, GIOVANNI! With Debbie McGee YES, I CAN DO THAT, GIOVANNI! With Debbie McGee Mon, 15 Jul 2024 11:28:24 GMT 50:30 669505e3403dcbec708f9af6 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/yes-i-can-do-that-giovanni-with-debbie-mcgee 669505e3403dcbec708f9af6 666855172868cb0011de99bc yes-i-can-do-that-giovanni-with-debbie-mcgee Mark Curry talks to Debbie McGee full 1 4 Debbie McGee reached the final of, “Strictly Come Dancing”, in 2017 and takes Mark through her personal experience on TV’s biggest show. Learning those routines, the live performances, the costumes, her partnership with Signore Pernice, how the show changed her life - it’s all here.

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]]> Debbie McGee reached the final of, “Strictly Come Dancing”, in 2017 and takes Mark through her personal experience on TV’s biggest show. Learning those routines, the live performances, the costumes, her partnership with Signore Pernice, how the show changed her life - it’s all here.

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]]> <![CDATA[I'M STILL HERE with Bonnie Langford]]> Fri, 05 Jul 2024 06:00:17 GMT 42:14 667eb37791bcf9d0d4c73247 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/im-still-here-with-bonnie-langford 667eb37791bcf9d0d4c73247 666855172868cb0011de99bc im-still-here-with-bonnie-langford Mark Curry interviews showbiz legend, Bonnie Langford full 1 3 Bonnie Langford talks about rehearsals and preparations for each role she plays and what makes her say yes to certain shows but no to others.

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]]> Bonnie Langford talks about rehearsals and preparations for each role she plays and what makes her say yes to certain shows but no to others.

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]]> THANK YOU, MALTA! with Sonia! THANK YOU, MALTA! with Sonia! Fri, 28 Jun 2024 11:14:36 GMT 41:17 6668598c2868cb0011df4434 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/thank-you-malta-with-sonia 6668598c2868cb0011df4434 666855172868cb0011de99bc thank-you-malta-with-sonia Mark Curry’s new podcast series! full 1 2 THANK YOU, MALTA!

In 1993, it was pop star Sonia, the girl with the big voice, who represented the UK in The Eurovision Song Contest. Here she describes, in fascinating detail, her Eurovision experience in Ireland and how losing by one single point ruined her Saturday night!

 

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In 1993, it was pop star Sonia, the girl with the big voice, who represented the UK in The Eurovision Song Contest. Here she describes, in fascinating detail, her Eurovision experience in Ireland and how losing by one single point ruined her Saturday night!

 

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]]> BEING GREEN with Alexia Khadime BEING GREEN with Alexia Khadime Fri, 21 Jun 2024 09:16:57 GMT 49:13 666858f72868cb0011df2fb6 false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-curry/episodes/being-green-with-alexia-khadime 666858f72868cb0011df2fb6 666855172868cb0011de99bc being-green-with-alexia-khadime full 1 1 BEING GREEN with Alexia Khadime 


In the dressing room during his final week as, “The Wizard”, in the London production of Wicked, Mark Curry talks with the current, “Elphaba”, Alexia Khadime, about how the show came her way, TWICE and about the pressure of playing this iconic role 8 times a week.


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In the dressing room during his final week as, “The Wizard”, in the London production of Wicked, Mark Curry talks with the current, “Elphaba”, Alexia Khadime, about how the show came her way, TWICE and about the pressure of playing this iconic role 8 times a week.


If you'd like to support my charity of choice, Acting for Others, who support all those working in theatrical professions, please follow the link below.

https://actingforothers.co.uk/donate/

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