In the Interval

Hollyoaks and I’m A Celeb star Owen Warner is making his West End debut in Agatha Christie’s iconic play, Witness for the Prosecution. Fresh to the stage Owen talks about his joyful entry into the world of plays and capital punishment. From his pre-show warm-up routine to his newly discovered love of live theatre, this chat covers it all. Plus, Perry and Liv dive deep into the ever-controversial s...

Theatre icons come pouring out this episode as we’re joined by Sara Bareilles, Carrie Hope Fletcher and Dan Partridge for the new run of Waitress. Listen in as show writer and OG star Sara takes us through her memories from the original West End run and her next big theatrical project. Plus, Carrie and Dan reveal their best bakes and the enduring legacy of this heartfelt musical. Also, Perry and L...

Cult classic musical and Sesame Street satire Avenue Q is back on the West End and we were able to snag a chat with three of their leading puppets (and Gary Coleman). Join us in a chat with Emily Benjamin, Meg Hateley, Dionne Ward-Anderson and Charlie McCullagh about the trials and tribulations of bringing Avenue Q back to the stage. Plus, Perry and Liv get deep over a discussion of content warnin...

Eastenders star Maisie Smith has grown up in front of the camera. Now, she’s taking her talents all around the country with not one, but two shows on tour. This week, Maisie talks all about her experiences with both The Talented Mr Ripley and the upcoming Little Shop of Horrors, plus what it’s like to go from Tiffany Butcher to a dozen different characters. Join Perry and Liv as they chat with Mai...

Maddie Grace Jepson, Amber Davies, Hannah Lowther, all theatre stars with immense talent, and, an immense social media following. This week we join Maddie right inside the dressing room of Back to the Future the musical to chat about the pressures that come with feeding an audience both on stage and online. From managing her rival schedules to the joy of making her West End debut, not to mention s...

From Coronation Street in Manchester to the football pitch in Sheffield, Ellie Leach has taken the big leap into theatre. In this interview she talks about the shift from screen to stage and takes us through the literal trials of working on the play Ladies Football Club with fellow soap star Charley Webb. Join Perry and Liv as they chat about sport on stage and take a deep dive into the current la...

Beverley Knight is the queen of British soul, and a jewel in the crown of British theatre. With performances in Sister Act, Sylvia and The Bodyguard under her belt, she’s no stranger to the pressure of iconic roles. We caught Beverley before she took on yet another legendary figure: Sister Rosetta Tharpe in the original musical Marie & Rosetta. On the balcony of St Pancras Station, Beverley talks...

Ever heard of Darren Criss? A Very Potter Musical? Or the catchy jingle of ‘I don’t really want to do the Work today?’ Then you’ve probably heard of Starkid. This independent theatre troupe has grown from a college drama club to theatre powerhouse, with 15 musicals and millions of YouTube views to their name. Now, they’re heading to the West End for the first time with The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musi...

Step into the spotlight with In the Interval the podcast perfectly timed for your busy day. Whether you’re strolling through the park, braving the commute, or pausing between Act 1 and 2, each episode is crafted to be just the right length for a theatre interval. Tune in for a brilliant burst of theatrical insights, stories, and backstage secrets no longer than your glass of wine at the bar, but s...