MusicalTalk - The UK's Independent Musical Theatre Podcast

Our friend Mel Atkey sits down with the late Emmy award winning producer and writer Norman Campbell to, once again, provide an insight into the Canadian world of the arts.

To mark the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton, MusicalTalk explores the huge number of musicals about royal weddings where a prince marries a commoner, from the Mikado to the erotic musical comedy version of Cinderella! This episode contains some strong language.

Catherine discusses Umbrellas of Cherbourg and Las Vegas: The Musical, whilst Nick and Andrew air their thoughts on The Donmar Warehouse's production of The 25th Annual Puntam County Spelling Bee. This episode contains some strong language.

Catherine and Nick share their thoughts on a preview of Betty Blue Eyes, and Andrew meets the cast of Funk it up About nothin' - a new hip hop Shakespeare musical version of Much Ado About Nothing.

Join us for a brilliant interview with Hannah Waddingham as she discusses her role as The Wicked Witch in The Wizard of OZ, as well as her previous roles in INTO THE WOODS, SPAMALOT, THE BEAUTIFUL GAME, A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC and TONIGHT'S THE NIGHT. Also, we chat to Paul Tibbey who is the composer of the hilarious and charming musical FRED AND GLADYS, that's currently playing at the Landor Theatre.

Andrew Lloyd Webber's new production of The Wizard of OZ has recently opened at the world famous London Palladium. The semi world famous Andrew Keating and Nick Hutson went along to see the extravaganza featuring flying houses, flying monkers and flying witches! Does it live up to the movie… or the hype? Andrew also previews songs from a new royal musical - Fred and Gladys.

Spring is here – so get one in your step too with this lovely, thoughtful and insightful conversation on the art of cabaret, singing and musical theatre in general with the talented star of Broadway and the West End, the delightful and beautiful Valerie Cutko.

Nick and Andrew Keating check out Elaine Paige in concert, whilst Andrew Corcoran joins Nick for a discussion about rumous, news and stories around the West End.

In this episode, the often barking Thos gets Offenbaching as he reviews Troy Boy, explores the importance of the satirical, and saucy Jacques Offenbach, and questions whether French sensuality is still too much for a British audience 150 years on. More pie, Paris?

Nick re-unites with MusicalTalk's co-founder Andy Edwards for a delightful chat - and a real throwback to the original style of MusicalTalk episodes, as Andy announces his upcoming job to perform in We Will Rock You in Berlin!

This week we pull Curtains apart and ask you to imagine Thos discussing Imagine This as MusicalTalk looks at two productions that feature shows within shows.

Nick and Andrew K sat down with Helena Blackman to discuss her new Rodgers and Hammerstein album with her. Stay tuned to the end of the album to discover how you can win a signed copy of the album!

Thos talks to the wonderful Kit Hesketh-Harvey about Noel Coward, Stephen Sondheim, Jacques Offenbach and his new hilarious and sensual English version of the Helen of Troy story, La Belle Helene. We also reveal how W.S. Gilbert denounced his own work in the Times. All this with added Kung Fu!

Thos, Nick, Andrew K and Yves check out the newly revised LOVE NEVER DIES, playing at the Adelphi Theatre in London. Hear in this detailed review what's changed, what's stayed, what works and what doesn't. THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS ABOUT THE PLOT AND PRODUCTION.

Thos investigates the dark arts of producing and the lighter delights of choreography as he chats to Giles Howe and Matthew Gould about the British Premiere of Maya The Musical at the Baron's Court Theatre.

As Keith explores Blitz-ridden London in the new musical, Miss Nightingale, Ed and Thos change hemispheres to have a good look at Priscilla – the Queen of the Desert.

We review Matilda, playing at the RSC in Stratford-upon-Avon, Dick Whittington playing at the Lyric Theatre in Hammersmith and Love Story, playing at the Duchess Theatre in London!

Nick and Andrew Corcoran take you on a guided tour of The West End AKA: Theatreland. You are welcome to join us on this walk… just pop your headphones on and follow along with us and learn many great facts about the West End, as we take you down the highways and byways of the greatest theatrical city in the world.

On the 26th December 2010, The London Palladium celebrated its 100th year in operation. Join Thos and Nick- and guest Professor Robert Gordon of Goldsmiths University, as they trace back the history of the world's greatest theatre - and learn how it has been a home, an ice rink, circus, pantomime palace, music and variety hall, bird-house and musical theatre venue - all within a space of a hundred...

Thos is joined by Andrew Keating and Sondheim fan, Yves Hoekman, to discuss Passion and the Donmar Warehouse season of London Sondheim concerts - and we hear two fabulous tribute songs by composer Charles Bloom as MusicalTalk concludes its three part miniseries on the grand old man of musical theatre.

Thos presents the second of a three part miniseries celebrating the life of Stephen Sondheim in celebration of his eightieth birthday. This week, Thos and Dom discuss the themes of Into the Woods and find feminism, fascism and feudalism. Phew! Fancy that!

Thos presents the first of a three part miniseries celebrating the life of Stephen Sondheim in celebration of his eightieth birthday. This week, Thos and Tim tackle the harder questions about the great man's work and career.

Nick and Mara discuss Dirty Dancing, and we welcome back George Stiles to discuss Just So - playing at the Tabard Theatre - and The Three Musketeers playing at the Rose Theatre in Kingston.

Nick Hutson and Andrew Keating sit down with one of the most important, legendary and influencial British theatrical writers - Sir Tim Rice, to discuss his writing lyrics or the book for Chess, Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, The Wizard of OZ, Beauty and The Beast, The Lion King and many more.

Nick sits Thos down in order to hear his views on Legally Blonde, and Nick also sat down with Legally Blonde Cast Member - Susan McFadden.