Behind the Curtain

We’ve made it to the end of the season — and to wrap things up, we’re doing something a little different. In this special Q&A episode, we’re answering your questions. It’s casual, honest, and full of little behind-the-scenes nuggets we haven’t shared before. If you’ve ever wondered what really goes into making Behind the Curtain, this one’s for you. Thanks for listening, supporting, and being...

This week, we're joined by Alex Hetherington, founder of Front and Centre , a business dedicated to opening doors for aspiring performers across the UK. In this inspiring conversation, Alex shares how he turned his passion for performance into a platform for others, creating opportunities where they’re needed most. We dive into the realities of building a business rooted in purpose, the journey of...

In this episode, we sit down with the vibrant and fearless Erica Wild to talk about life, career, and carving their own path across continents. From the creative industries of Australia to the UK, Erica shares their candid perspective on how the two worlds compare—what’s similar, what’s wildly different, and how each has shaped their journey. We dive deep into the idea of trusting the timing of yo...

In this episode, we dive into the world of touring with a musical! Whether you're a performer, crew member, or part of the production team, hitting the road for a theatre tour can be an exciting yet challenging experience. From dealing with travel logistics to managing your daily routine, we cover it all. Learn how to balance work and personal time, the best ways to prepare for a moving to differe...

In this episode, we sit down with the talented Adam Strong. Adam shares his insights on how to trust the timing of your career, reminding us that everything happens for a reason—even when it doesn’t seem like it. We talk about the importance of not taking things personally during auditions, how to stay resilient in the face of rejection, and the power of embracing those full-circle moments when ev...

In this episode, Hollie takes the reins as she interviews Stacey about their inspiring journey in the industry. From her early days as a performer in Billy Elliot to touring with Bat Out of Hell , Stacey shares her journey and experiences that have shaped her path. But the conversation doesn’t stop there. Stacey talks about founding her own company and running The Golden Age Movement. This episode...

In this episode, Stacey takes the reins as she interviews Hollie about their inspiring journey in the industry. Together, they explore the highs and lows, how yoga became a transformative practice in building confidence, and the power of embracing authenticity. From navigating challenges in the professional world to discovering the strength that comes from within, this episode dives deep into what...

A New Act: The Relaunch of Behind the Curtain! Welcome back to Behind the Curtain! After a little intermission, we’re back with fresh conversations, new perspectives, and the same passion discussing the side of musical theatre that isn't talked about enough. In this relaunch episode, we’re diving into what’s changed, what’s coming next, and introducing our new co-host Stacey Monahan. Whether you’r...

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery. Every other week, I will be releasing solo episodes talking about different unspoken topics. This week I talk about what success is to me & h...

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery. On this weeks episode, I'm taking to Molly Cleere. She is currently playing Konstantina in Mamma Mia The Party. We talk about so much in this...

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery. Intentional Tour. We talk about Christmas, backstage antics, vocal health and what the show means to them. I also delve into intentions for the n...

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery. On this weeks episode I am guiding you through a meditation that is aimed for a deep relaxation and reset inspired by the Yoga Nidra. Yoga Nidra,...

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery. On this weeks episode I am talking to Chloe-Jo Byrnes. Chloe is a MT Performer with credits in the West End, TV, Concerts and more. She also is t...

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery. On this weeks episode, I am guiding you through a grounding meditation that is personalised for before an audition, self tape or even interview....

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery. On this weeks episode I'm talking to Reece Kerridge. Reece is a west end performer with a CV including The Book of Mormon, Shrek the Musical,...

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery. Every other week, I release solo episodes talking about different topics that I want to explore and dive deeper into. This week I talk about the...

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery. On this weeks episode I am talking to Jo Bird. Jo is the Co-Founder of SansDrama - 2 part platform that is taking the tax drama out of being self...

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery. Every other week, I release solo episodes talking about different topics that I want to explore and dive deeper into. This week I talk about some...

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery. On this weeks episode I am talking to Ceili O'Connor. Ceili graduated from ArtsEd with a BA in Musical Theatre and went on to perform in the...

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery. Every other week, I release solo episodes talking about different topics that I want to explore and dive deeper into. This week I talk about Auth...

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery. On this weeks episode I am talking to Kieran Young. Kieran is a freelance musical director and musician from Glasgow, having graduated from the R...

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery. Every other week, I will be releasing solo episodes talking about different topics. This week I talk about my weekly REPORT. Reading:  I'm Gl...

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery. On this weeks episode, I am speaking to Megan Armstrong. Megan is a a Musical Theatre Performer, a Soul Purpose Coach, Human Design Guide and Yog...

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain" the captivating theatre podcast that will take you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. We will be stepping into the secret world of theatre, discussing the personal stories, hidden gems, and unspoken topics that lie behind that mysterious curtain. Every other week, I will be releasing solo episodes talking about different unspoken topics. This week I...

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that will take you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. We will be stepping into the secret world of theatre, discussing the personal stories, hidden gems, and unspoken topics that lie behind that mysterious curtain. On today's episode, I'm speaking to Kaine Ruddach. Kaine is a northern performer from Yorkshire...