In our 30th episode we chat to George Stiles and Anthony Drewe, aka Stiles & Drewe. Stiles and Drewe are a multi award-winning musical theatre writing partnership. Writing credits include Honk! (National Theatre, UK Tour and Worldwide), Mary Po

ITWE Ep029 Dan Clarkson - Co-Creator and star of the Olivier nominated 'Potted Potter' and 'Potted Panto'.

Dec 11th, 2016 43m 12s

Prepare to be inspired! This week we speak to the man who turned a 15 minute skit, originally made to entertain a queue of people waiting to buy a book, into an Olivier nominated, critically acclaimed and world touring production! We are of cou

ITWE Ep028 Maggie Patterson - Ballet Teacher at Pineapple Dance Studios and Principle of Pineapple Performing Arts School

Nov 27th, 2016 33m 12s

This week we chat to Maggie Patterson, Principle of Pineapple Performing Arts School and Ballet Teacher at Pineapple Dance Studios. Maggie gives us a brilliant insight into life inside one of the most iconic Arts institutions in the industry, a

ITWE Ep027 David Fynn - Leading man in 'School of Rock The Musical'

Nov 13th, 2016 40m 58s

In this episode we chat to actor David Fynn, the leading man from Andrew Lloyd Webber's latest hit West End musical, 'School of Rock'! David's acting career has been incredibly varied, from performing at theatres such as 'The National Theatre'

ITWE Ep026 Mark Shenton - Theatre Critic

Oct 30th, 2016 41m 16s

This week we speak to top theatre critic and arts journalist Mark Shenton!Mark is a theatre critic, commentator and interviewer. He writes regularly for The Stage (including a daily blog), where he is an Associate Editor and also joint lead the

ITWE Ep025 Katie Marson - West End 'Wig Mistress'

Oct 16th, 2016 39m 16s

This week we chat to the 'Wig Mistress' on the West End musical 'Motown', Katie Marson.We tweeted our followers asking what you would like to hear on upcoming episodes and we were inundated by people requesting more chats with the people workin

ITWE Ep024 Nigel Wright - 'Andrew Lloyd Webber's Eyes and Ears'

Oct 2nd, 2016 45m 17s

This week we speak to one of the most influential people in musical theatre, Nigel Wright. Nigel has been Andrew Lloyd Webber's eyes and ears on pretty much all of his work since the early 90's. From orchestrating his shows to producing all of

ITWE Ep023 Ros Fenelon - Deputy Stage Mananger of 'Motown'

Sep 18th, 2016 30m 22s

In this episode we speak to Deputy Stage Manager of the West End musical 'Motown', Ros Fenelon.After asking our followers on Twitter (@insidewestend) what they would like to hear more of on our podcast, we received a lot of tweets requesting mo

ITWE Ep022 Gary Wilmot

Sep 4th, 2016 33m 8s

This week we chat to the legend that is Gary Wilmot!Gary started his career performing comedy routines and stand up in the working men's clubs of the UK. After an appearance on the TV talent show 'New Faces', Gary shortly became a house hold na

ITWE Ep021 Newton Faulkner

Aug 21st, 2016 33m 8s

In this episode we chat to musician, and now actor, Newton Faulkner!Newton's debut album, 'Hand Built by Robots', topped the charts in 2007, deposing Amy Winehouse, with over a million in sales and spending a year in the top 40. Since then Newt

ITWE Ep020 Claire Calvert

Aug 7th, 2016 43m 34s

In this episode we speak to recently-promoted First soloist of The Royal Ballet, Claire Calvert.We hear all about Claire's upbringing in Bath, leaving home at the age of eleven to train at 'The Royal Ballet School' and her life as a professiona

ITWE Ep019 Julie Atherton

Jul 31st, 2016 30m 25s

This week we chat to West End leading lady Julie Atherton.Having established herself as a household name with her portrayal of Kate Monster in the original West End cast of Avenue Q, Julie is now one of the most sought after musical theatre per

ITWE Ep018 Laurence Connor

Jul 24th, 2016 49m 55s

This week we chat to director Laurence Connor.Over the last decade Laurence Connor has become one of the most in demand musical theatre directors in the world. From re-imagining all of Cameron Mackintosh's most iconic musicals, to directing the

ITWE Ep017 Gerónimo Rauch

Jul 17th, 2016 24m 14s

This week we finally release the first ever interview we did for this podcast! Way back in February 2015 this podcast was nothing but an idea and a series of scribblings in notepads. During his run as the Phantom in London, Gerónimo Rauch kindl

ITWE Ep016 Kerry Ellis

Jul 10th, 2016 29m 24s

This week we chat to West End leading lady Kerry Ellis.Kerry started her West End career as Martine McCutcheon's understudy in Cameron Mackintosh's revival of 'My Fair Lady'. From becoming the first British Elphaba in 'Wicked' (in both the West

ITWE Ep015 Room 108 at Phantom

Jul 3rd, 2016 37m 14s

This week we go backstage at 'Phantom of the Opera' and conduct our first group interview inside the lads ensemble dressing room. We chat to Tim Morgan, Richard Munday, Keith Higham and Tim Laurenti about the reality of life as a jobbing actor.

ITWE Ep014 Alistair David

Jun 26th, 2016 30m 57s

This week we chat to West End choreographer Alistair David. Alistair's choreography can currently be seen in the critically acclaimed West End revival of 'Show Boat'. We discuss his vast experience as both dancer and choreographer; from his own

ITWE Ep013 Summer Strallen

Jun 19th, 2016 40m 14s

We are back from our break! HURRAH!This week we talk to West End leading lady Summer Strallen. Summer hails from a dynasty of West End performers, with both her parents, aunties and all three of her sisters also being incredibly successful perf

ITWE BONUS EPISODE (Break Week 2)

Jun 12th, 2016 4m 52s

BONUS EPISODE ALERT! We are currently on a two week break while Rob enjoys his Honeymoon. Our normal weekly show will return on Sunday June 19th featuring West End leading lady Summer Strallen.In the meantime, here is a short compilation of the

ITWE BONUS EPISODE (Break Week 1)

Jun 5th, 2016 4m 33s

BONUS EPISODE ALERT! We are currently on a two week break while Rob enjoys his honeymoon. Our normal weekly show will return on Sunday June 19th featuring West End leading lady Summer Strallen.In the meantime, here is a short compilation of the

ITWE Ep012 Tim Minchin (Part 2)

May 29th, 2016 38m 46s

This is our second episode with the award winning comedian and 'Matilda' composer Tim Minchin. In this episode Tim discusses his life and his views on the industry in general.To hear our first conversation with Tim, check out 'Episode 1' of our

ITWE Ep011 Philip Griffiths

May 22nd, 2016 26m 2s

In this episode we speak to the veteran West End performer Philip Griffiths. Philip was recently awarded The Guinness World Record for 'The longest time spent in the same production (West End)' after 25 years and 185 days in 'The Phantom of The

ITWE Ep010 Debbie O'Brien

May 15th, 2016 36m 42s

In this episode we speak to one of the most prominent casting directors in the UK, Debbie O'Brien. Debbie specialises in theatre casting for the West End, UK and international tours and regional productions.She answers many of the questions tha

ITWE Ep009 Eddie Elliott

May 8th, 2016 41m 34s

In this episode we speak with Motown cast member Eddie Elliott. Eddie discusses the challenges he faced in his upbringing, training and career while dealing with mental health issues.It's a truly inspiring and fascinating success story. Listene

ITWE Ep008 Eva Noblezada

May 1st, 2016 32m 1s

In this episode we speak to American actress Eva Noblezada, who at just 17 years old was chosen by Sir Cameron Mackintosh to play the lead role in the West End revival of Miss Saigon. Having completed 2 years in the multi award-winning producti