Let's Chat Showbiz

In Episode 20 of Let’s Chat Shows, we sat down with Australian actor and performer Ben Hall. Ben talks about his current role as Edward Lewis in Pretty Woman: The Musical, what he loves most about performing in the production, and what audiences can expect. He also shares the joy of working alongside Samantha Jade. We look back at his stage career, including Elvis: A Musical Revolution, discuss hi...

In Episode 19 of Let’s Chat Showbiz, we sat down with the immensely talented and admired Glenda Linscott. We spoke about her upcoming role in the The Importance of Being Earnest with the State Theatre Company of South Australia, where she steps into the formidable shoes of Lady Bracknell. Glenda shared her reaction to landing the role, what audiences can expect from the production, and the excitem...

In episode 18 of Let’s Chat Showbiz, we sat down with cabaret star Dolly Diamond. She shares her favourite things about Adelaide and dives into her latest show Tits and Teeth. We also chat about her previous cabaret performances and her time as Artistic Director of the Melbourne Cabaret Festival, along with her experiences directing within the cabaret world. Dolly reflects on her career journey, i...

In episode 17 of Let’s Chat Showbiz we sat down with actor and writer Scott Brennan. Scott shared stories from his writing career, including his time working on Skithouse, Prank Patrol and The Project. He spoke about the joy he found in writing, along with the pressure that comes with working on live television. We also spoke about his role on Neighbours playing Josh Burns and what it was like wor...

In episode 16 of Let’s Chat Showbiz, we sat down with award winning Actor and writer Darren Gilshenan. Darren shared how he ended up at NIDA and what that whole experience was like for him, along with his time working with the Bell Shakespeare theatre group. Darren spoke about some of his theatre credits too, including Mother and Son alongside Nolene Brown and Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf with G...

In Episode 15 of Let’s Chat Showbiz, we sat down with award winning cabaret and fringe artist Millicent Sarre! Millicent opens up about her experience in Class of Cabaret and how she found her place within the industry. She speaks about why mentoring emerging performers is so important to her, and how she enjoys working with Mark Oats. We also dive into her Fringe shows, including Millicent Sarre...

In episode 14 of Let’s Chat Showbiz we sit down with filmmaker, producer, writer and director Sophie Hyde. She talks about how her career began and some of the early projects that shaped her work including 52 Tuesdays and the process of filming it as well as creating the six part series F**king Adelaide. We chat about the cast which includes Pamela Rabe and Sophie shares a lot about what it was li...

In Episode 13 of Let’s Chat Showbiz, we sit down with the incredibly talented Lucy Maunder to chat all things showbiz! Lucy shares how her remarkable career began at WAAPA and reflects on her journey through the Australian theatre scene. She opens up about the recent passing of Ben Lewis, her close friendship and experiences working alongside Tom Wren, and some of her most memorable career highlig...

In Episode 12 of Let’s Chat Showbiz we sit down with actor Annie Byron, whose career spans film, theatre, and television since graduating from NIDA in 1977 alongside Mel Gibson and Judy Davis Annie reflects on her early days and shares memories of her classmates including her memories of Wayne Jarrett. We dive into her career highlights. She talks about playing Lou Sullivan in The Sullivans with M...

In Episode 11 of Let’s Chat Showbiz, we sit down with Adelaide’s very own cabaret star, Michael Griffiths. From his early days at WAAPA to performing on stages across the globe, Michael shares the highs, the hilarity, and the heart behind a life in showbiz. We dive into his incredible journey—from being cast in a Disney-produced telemovie to appearing in the original Australian productions of Shou...

In Episode 10 of Let’s Chat Showbiz, we sit down with the incredibly talented Dr. Trevor Jones. We dive into his recent role as the Major General — along with his work as Musical Director — in The Pirates of Penzance. Trevor shares some behind-the-scenes stories, including the chaos and fun of lightning-fast costume changes. Our chat explores his career as a conductor and music educator, and what...

In Episode 9 of Lets Chat Showbiz, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the talented Jennifer Vuletic. She spoke enthusiastically about her recent role as Madame Morrible in Wicked, sharing insights into the fun and energy of performing live on stage. Jennifer also reflected on her past theatre work, including roles in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and Mamma Mia, and expressed interest in future rol...

In Episode 8 of Lets Chat Showbiz we had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredibly talented Sally Bourne, who brings with her over 40 years of experience in the world of showbiz. From her recent role in Sister Act, touring across Australia to her early days as the original Annie in Annie the Musical. Sally shares a wealth of captivating stories. She reflects on her performance on The Don La...

In episode seven of Let’s Chat Showbiz, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredible Emma Powell. Emma shared fascinating stories from her extensive career in theatre, including her time in Kinky Boots, where she had the unforgettable experience of meeting Kylie Minogue, and her powerful four-year run as Beulah in Come From Away, a show she described as deeply meaningful. We also spoke...

In episode six of Let's Chat Showbiz, we had the pleasure of interviewing two of Australia’s most celebrated performers: Rhonda Burchmore and Genevieve Lemon. This episode is filled with their captivating stories and valuable insights drawn from their remarkable careers in ShowBiz. They delve into their current roles in Sister Act, sharing the joy and camaraderie they experience on stage. They bot...

In episode 5, we had a fabulous time chatting with the incredibly talented Thomas Jaspers. During our conversation, he opened up about the origins of “Fountsin lakes in Lockdown: A Drag Parody” and shared some delightful insights about his creation, “Granny Bingo.” Thomas also shared stories from his unforgettable 30th birthday bash, where the legendary Patti and Bert Newton graced the stage. His...

In episode 4 of Let’s Chat Showbiz, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the talented Francis Greenslade. He shared his experiences working on Channel 7's Winners and Losers, reminiscing about his time with Denise Scott and the beloved late Anne Phelan. Our conversation also explored his various television roles in popular shows like Irreverent, Full Frontal, Blue Heelers, and Shaun Micallef’s...

We had the incredible opportunity to chat with the talented Logie Award-winning actor, Rob Carlton. With an impressive list of acting credits, Rob recently made a memorable cameo in “The White Lotus” that you won’t want to miss! In this episode, Rob takes us on a journey through the characters he’s brought to life on screen, including his award-winning portrayal of Kerry Packer in “Paper Giants”....

We had the pleasure of sitting down with Didi James, with a remarkable career in showbiz. She is known for her talents as a dancer, choreographer, presenter, and entertainer. In this episode, Didi shares her journey, revealing that her passion for dance sparked at a very young age. Throughout her career, she has worked with icons such as Peter Allen and John Farnham, highlighting the pivotal role...

We had the pleasure of sitting down with the much loved performer and Adelaide icon, Vonni. She opens up about her remarkable journey in showbiz, revealing everything from the glitz and glamour, the highlights and the unforgettable adventures. From her time at Les Girls in Sydney to her role in Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Vonni shares her experiences with insight and humor. She also discusses t...