The Showcase

Kaine Ruddach: I waited my entire life for these opportunities, and now I'm turning them down

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Kaine Ruddach is bringing a new meaning to the term 'triple threat', having achieved big things in the worlds of musical theatre, content creation and presenting. Today he joins The Showcase to reflect on the defining roles in Heathers and Mamma Mia that cemented his theatre career, as well as his rapid ascendance in social media.

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TOWIE star, Chloe Meadows, on dealing with rejection, health issues and resilience

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The Showcase is proud to present, Chloe Meadows.

She may be best known for an almost decade-long stint on one of the UK's most talked about reality shows, but there is a lot more to Chloe Meadows than meets the eye. An performing stalwart with credits in commercials, theatre and even the Harry Potter movies to her name, Chloe joins The Showcase to share her big ambitions, look back on her time in the biggest movie franchise of the decade, and reflect on living in the public eye.

Find Chloe on Instagram: @chloejmeadows

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From Love Island to the West End, Molly and Maisie Marsh chat all things life, social media and sisterhood

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT

They may only just be getting started but siblings Molly and Maisie Marsh are already conquering the worlds of showbiz and social media. As the first double act to join the Showcase, the sisters and social media sweethearts are in the studio looking back on their peak moments, both on and off stage, and of course, to reflect on Molly's memorable stint on Love Island.

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Hairspray’s Adrian Hansel Reveals the Hard Truths of Setting Boundaries on Stage & in Life

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 23:00:00 GMT

When it comes to West End showstoppers, you name it and he has done it. Adrian Hansel joins The Showcase to reflect on his enviable career, from Starlight Express in the nineties to Hairspray in the noughties, and everything that has followed, including stints singing with Adele and Josh Groban.

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Neighbours star Jacinta Stapleton, shares what it was like coming back to the show 20 years later

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT

Jacinta Stapleton has enjoyed a three decade affiliation with Australian super soap opera Neighbours. As the show prepares to bid farewell to audiences around the world, Jacinta joins The Showcase to reflect on the hype surrounding her early years in the show, moving to Hollywood to pursue movies, and hopes for a more roles in the UK.

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Emma Hatton on rejection, balance and having other passions whilst being a West End performer

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT

Emma Hatton has become synonymous with some of the biggest leading lady roles across the West End, having played the powerhouse parts including Elphaba in Wicked and Evita. Today she joins the Showcase to reflect on her long (yellow brick) road to finally Defying Gravity, share her thoughts on the Evita balcony scene that has everyone talking, and give her top tips on handling rejection in the industry.

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Lauren Hall talks West End campaign to introduce flexible work hours for performers

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT

Lauren Hall is one of the West End's most prized assets, having kept the show on the road as a swing in big-ticket musicals Mamma Mia and Sister Act. Today, she joins The Showcase to reflect on her daily multi-tasking marathon, how having children changed her outlook on performing, and to share her hopes for change in the industry.

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Leanne Jones discusses getting a LIFE CHANGING job 22

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT

Leanne Jones shot to stardom as the first British actress to play Tracy in Hairspray, earning numerous plaudits and a coveted Olivier Award. As this week’s Showcase guest, she shares her treasured memories starring alongside Michael Ball in the role that follows her to this day, and talks through the highlights of her two decades in show business.

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Oscar Conlon-Morrey on playing Fagin in Oliver! and sharing the stage with Sir Ian McKellen

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 11:36:36 GMT

Oscar Conlon-Morrey's list of high profile plaudits is endless, with industry icons such as Jennifer Saunders, Billy Nighy and Sir Ian McKellen praising his performances. Now he joins The Showcase to discuss the opportunity of a lifetime understudying the role of Fagin in Oliver!, reflect on his experience working with Sir Ian, and to share some surprising ambitions for the future.

You can find Oscar on Instagram @oscar_c_m_

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Kim Ismay on her five-decade career in the West End

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMT

Kim Ismay is one of the stalwarts of West End theatre, having enjoyed successful runs in a multitude of hit shows including Cabaret, Sunset Boulevard, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Wicked and Mamma Mia, in which she appeared for seven years. This week on The Showcase, she joins Justin Jeffreys to reflect on the role that defines her, discuss her fantasy dinner party guest list, and share what she really thinks about opportunities for older actresses in the industry.

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Starlight Express star Jade Marvin on how skating changed her life

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMT

Hot on the heels of the show’s Olivier Award win, Starlight Express’ leading lady Jade Marvin joins The Showcase to talk TV ambitions, sailing the seas with Six, and living life on roller skates.

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From S Club Juniors to Hamilton: Jay Perry’s Wild Ride to West End Fame

Sun, 11 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT

In this week’s episode of The Showcase, we’re joined by the talented Jay Perry! With a West End career spanning over 30 years, Jay has starred in some of theatres biggest hits - including Motown, Back to the Future, Beautiful, and currently Hamilton, where he takes on the iconic role of Aaron Burr.

Jay sits down with Justin Jeffreys to reflect on his journey through one of musical theatre’s most celebrated global productions, reminisce about his days with S Club 8, and share his aspirations for a future in television.

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Hana Stewart on performing in the West End Production of Six the Musical

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT

Six star Hana Stewart holds the distinction of having appeared in the show somewhere in the world every year since 2019. Now she is back at the Vaudeville Theatre playing Jane Seymour, and joins Justin Jeffreys to reflect on her six years in the Six universe, playing a Queen on Broadway, and share her Billy Elliot bucket list fantasy.

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Introducing...The Showcase

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 08:56:37 GMT

The Showcase is the City Academy podcast that gets up close and personal with trailblazers from across the arts industry, celebrating the creative forces who inject the talent and magic into the world of performing arts.

Every fortnight, host Justin Jeffreys will interview a different personality about the highlights of their performing career, the challenges they have faced and the advice they can share on breaking in and staying in!

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