Norwich Theatre Talks

Norwich Theatre's Chief Executive and Creative Director, Stephen, talks to Tom Sleigh about his role as Chair of Norwich Theatre.

On this episode of Norwich Theatre Talks, Stephen talks to Christina Bianco about her impressions and role as Narrator in Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

In this episode of Norwich Theatre Talks, Chief Executive and Creative Director, Stephen, chats to comedian Marcus Brigstocke about his upcoming stand-up show, Vitruvian Mango. Get tickets for Marcus' show here: bit.ly/3GuGklJ *Language warning: Contains expletives

In this episode of Norwich Theatre Talks, Stephen talks to the titular star of Hamilton, Marley Fenton. *SPOILER for Hamilton at 12:11

In this episode of Norwich Theatre Talks, Chief Executive and Creative Director, Stephen, chats to Strictly Come Dancing star Janette Manrara about her upcoming role in Chicago as Roxie Hart.

In this episode of Norwich Theatre Talks, Chief Executive and Creative Director Stephen sits down with Laura Horton to discuss her new show co-commissioned by Norwich Theatre, Lynn Faces.

In this episode of Norwich Theatre Talks, Chief Executive and Creative Director Stephen sits down with Michael Maloney to discuss his debut as Hercule Poirot in Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express.   Their conversation delves into the dynamics of touring theatre, the perks of being part of an iconic TV series like The Crown, and pondering over what they would ask Shakespeare if they had...

For this episode, Chief Executive & Creative Director Stephen Crocker talked to ITV legend Lisa Maxwell in rehearsals of Norwich Theatre's pantomime Aladdin. The pair talked about the tradition of panto, being the baddie for the first time, being on variety shows and how being on the stage is a great training ground for Loose Women.   In part two of Norwich Theatre Talks interview, Stephen tal...

In this episode of Norwich Theatre Talks, we journeyed to Sinitta's dressing room, whilst she was starring in NOW That's What I Call a Musical!

On this episode of Norwich Theatre Talks, we kick off Season 3 with a chat to Maisie Adam, ahead of her Norwich Theatre Playhouse debut. We are also pleased to announce the launch of our brand new radio show, Stage Door, on Norwich’s community radio station, Future Radio. You can listen to Stage Door in association with Norwich Theatre on the first Monday of every month from 6pm. You can also list...

In this episode, Stephen Crocker is joined by our new pantomime dame and Norfolk Nimmo Twin, Owen Evans. Raised in Cromer, Owen attended the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) where he studied with the Moscow Arts Theatre School. As an actor, he has appeared in countless plays and theatre productions, including with the Royal Shakespeare Company. Owen will be starring alongside West...

It's another Norwich Theatre Talks - On Tour episode! This summer, we are excited to be hosting a Festival of New Musicals at Norwich Theatre Playhouse. The week will bring you delightfully silly, outrageously funny brand-new musicals before they head off to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival for their debut! From the producer that brought you Cake: The Marie Antoinette Playlist and My Son's A...

This episode Stephen Crocker is joined by Kitty Morgan, writer of new British musical, The Highwayman ahead of its run at Norwich Theatre Playhouse in August. The Highwayman tells the story of a dashing rogue in a full-throttle musical charge through the grimy underbelly of 1600s England, where love is as dangerous as a back-alley brawl. Kitty talks about the process of creating a musical inspired...

It’s our Norwich Theatre Talks – On Tour episode!    Our guests are acclaimed international disabled choreographer, performer and director, Marc Brew; and award-winning choreographer and director, Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui, who are bringing their astounding piece, an Accident / a Life to Norwich Theatre Royal in May 2024.    It is a stunning, highly visual theatrical experience, including music, dance,...

On this episode of Norwich Theatre Talks, host Stephen Crocker talks to the legend that is Gary Wilmot, who was visiting Norwich as part of his tour playing the Wizard of Oz. He shares his early theatre experiences and what it's like to be an upcoming star during the golden age of variety performances. Stephen also chats all things financial, with Norwich Theatre Finance Director, Becci Winton...

On this episode of Norwich Theatre Talks, Stephen talks to Rosy Carrick about how she uses her show Musclebound to explore the female sexual experience. He also talks to Playhouse Bar Manager, Fernando Santos-Castilla, about being part of a creative hub in the city centre.

Comedian  Janey Godley  joined host Stephen Crocker in Podcast Corner for a a hard-hitting conversation ahead of her sold-out show ‘Not Dead Yet’ at Norwich Theatre Playhouse. Janey was first diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2021 and despite chemotherapy, just over a year later she learned that she had cancer in her abdomen and now talks openly on stage about the fact that she will eventually die...

Watch this month’s episode of Norwich Theatre Talks where Stephen Crocker sits down for a chat with Karl Minns about his career and being a Nimmo twin for almost 30 years. This episode also features Norwich Theatre’s Zoe Phillips, who is our Head of Campaigns and Oscar, our office pup who is our Head of Barketing.

Welcome to our Christmas episode of Norwich Theatre Talks! Our special guest on the episode is Millie O’Connell, our panto Princess Rose, who talks about her iconic roles in SIX The Musical and The Cher Show, her love for Norwich and her role as Sleeping Beauty. Later in the episode, we meet Hannah Crouch, our Friends and Supporters Manager as well as Ellen Siegert, the creator of our panto minis,...

Listen to episode one of Norwich Theatre Talks’ second season! Our special guest on the episode is Beverley Callard who talks about her career, her mental health journey as well as being this year’s panto baddie. Later in the episode, we meet Rebecca Lyon, our Head of Media and Communications who shares details about what it’s like to work at the theatre.

This month, we have recorded a special episode of the Norwich Theatre Talks podcast, exploring opera, featuring guests including General Director of English Touring Opera Robin Norton-Hale, and audience member Marion Welham.

Watch this month's episode of Norwich Theatre Talks where Stephen Crocker sits down for a chat with Carlos Acosta about his dance company Acosta Danza and performing at 50. This episode also features Norwich Theatre's Emma Maxwell, who is our Senior Stage Technician.

The art of drag is the theme for Norwich Theatre’s latest podcast episode. Craig Revel Horwood joined host Stephen Crocker in Podcast Corner at Norwich Theatre Playhouse, while he was in Norwich playing Miss Hannigan in Annie the Musical this month. He tells Stephen about how he created his version of Miss Hannigan; his drag persona in Australia; the creativity in gender-flipping well-known roles;...

Welcome to our podcast corner! In this episode, Stephen Crocker interviews Audrey Brisson and Iain Farrington about The Land of Might-Have-Been, a brand new musical produced by Norwich Theatre and Buxton International Festival. As always, we'll also introduce you to a member of our team at the Norwich theatre - Dec Matwij, our Head of AV.

In this episode, Stephen Crocker welcomes Sir Matthew Bourne to our podcast corner where they discuss dance, touring, and all things performance. As always, we will also introduce you to a member of the Norwich Theatre team, our Head of Facilities and Sustainability, Martyn Herbert.