Stage and Screen with Harvey Morton

I chat with magician and hypnotist Fraser Penman about his journey living with oculocutaneous albinism, overcoming bullying, and finding confidence through hypnosis. We dive into his experience on Britain’s Got Talent , the joy of fulfilling his dad’s dream by performing on the West End stage, and what it’s like to bring a modern twist to hypnosis in the spectacular show Now You See Me Live . See...

I chat with writer and performer Cecilia Corrigan about her one-woman show  The Gay Divorce , a hilarious and heartfelt queer comedy making its Edinburgh Fringe debut this August. We explore her childhood memories of the Fringe, the personal experiences that inspired the show, and how she brings to life a cast of wild characters, including an immortal witch and a very grouchy worm. Cecilia also sh...

I chat with host David Ian and team captain Eli Matthewson about Gay vs Straight, the brilliantly cheeky new comedy panel show where three gay comedians take on three straight comedians in a battle of wits, stereotypes, and lived experience. We dive into how the show came to life, the art of celebrating and subverting stereotypes, and what makes this panel show different from anything else out the...

I chat with Tony Award-nominated Broadway star Melissa Errico about her upcoming London debut at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club with The Summer Knows , a celebration of Michel Legrand’s music. We explore her deep connection to Legrand’s work, the journey of interpreting his songs, and how her creative life spans Broadway, writing, and family. Plus, a rare chat from the Royal Box at Wimbledon during a bu...

I chat with Henry Patterson about his journey from one of the UK’s youngest entrepreneurs to a rising star in musical theatre. We explore his lifelong love of theatre, the freedom in reinventing yourself, and the deeply personal stories behind his debut album  Broadway Maybe . Plus, don’t miss his upcoming show on 4th July at PizzaExpress Live Soho for Pride weekend in London — last tickets availa...

I chat with hockey player Luke Prokop about  The Hockey Player , the groundbreaking documentary following his journey as the first openly gay player under contract with an NHL team. We explore his experience coming out, the challenges and triumphs of navigating hockey culture, and the impact of visibility in elite sport. The Hockey Player  offers an intimate look at Luke’s path through professiona...

I chat with Ava Honey and Blossom Timothy about their groundbreaking queer production of  Romeo & Juliet  at Greenwich Theatre. Ava shares the thrill of landing her first professional role fresh out of drama school, while Blossom opens up about the power of representation and how  Hamilton  inspired her to see a place for herself in theatre. We explore how this fresh take on Shakespeare’s clas...

I chat with actor Tom Xander about his surprise debut as Beetlejuice in  Beetlejuice: The Musical  on the West End. We dive into his journey as a plus-size gay actor proving himself in theatre, the challenge of making such an iconic role his own, and the joy of performing in a show packed with wild energy and pop culture references. See Beetlejuice: The Musical at the Prince Edward Theatre: https:...

I chat with co-directors Leela Varghese and Emma Hough Hobbs about their award-winning film  Lesbian Space Princess , a campy, candy-coloured adventure through queer outer space. We dive into how their relationship sparked a creative partnership, the joy of making a film centered on queer women of color, and why watching it with friends in a cinema is an experience not to miss. Lesbian Space Princ...

I chat with Jo Foster, Barney Doran, and Anna Fenton Garvey about  MAY DAY , a bold new queer mystical musical exploring real lived experiences through myth and music. We discuss how the show grew from interviews with queer and trans swimmers, the importance of reclaiming community spaces like the heath, and the challenge of creating a queer world that’s both playful and political. Jo shares their...

I sit down with writer/director Micha Mirto and composer/lyricist Jordan Paul Clarke about  Raising Gays , a vibrant new musical that dives into the grey areas of love and understanding between parents and their queer children. We explore how the show blends humor and heart, the creative collaboration behind the scenes, and why this story is exactly what London needs this Pride. See Raising Gays a...

I chat with filmmaker Mark Kenneth Woods about the sixth and final season of  Pride , the award-nominated docuseries exploring LGBTQ+ history around the world. We dive into the surprising stories uncovered this season, the importance of remembering queer history everywhere, and what it means to close this chapter while leaving a lasting legacy. Pride S6 is now streaming on OUTflix: https://www.out...

I chat with nationally touring stand-up comedian Ryan Rogers about his uproarious comedy special Girl Bye, now streaming on OUTtv and OUTflix. Ryan shares how he transforms heavy topics like homophobia, same-sex marriage, and addiction into hysterical hot takes that resonate with audiences. We dive into what drew him to perform at Sports Drink Comedy Club, the balance between vulnerability and com...

I chat with BAFTA-winning filmmaker Celyn Jones about his vibrant new feature film MADFABULOUS, which tells the incredible true story of Henry Paget, the flamboyantly queer 5th Marquess of Anglesey who defied Victorian society. We dive into what drew him to the Dancing Marquess, working with Callum Scott Howells and Rupert Everett, and why Henry's story of living authentically matters now more tha...

I chat with Hannah Power and Conor Murray about their hit show  Don’t Tell Dad About Diana , a heartfelt and hilarious story of friendship, identity, and coming of age set in 1997 Dublin. We dive into how they made the Edinburgh Fringe accessible through sheer hard work and no expectations, the incredible chemistry that drives their performances, and what it means to bring this award-winning show...

I chat with actor Emmanuel Akwafo about the Lyric Hammersmith’s contemporary adaptation of An Ideal Husband , set among London’s Black elite. We explore how Emmanuel brings his Ghanaian heritage and queer identity to his dual roles, the challenges he’s faced in the industry, and why representation matters now more than ever. See An Ideal Husband at Lyric Hammersmith until 6 June 2026: https://lyri...

I chat with Heidi N Closet and John Mark about the explosive second season of  Drag House Rules , a razor-sharp comedy satire that peels back the curtain on reality TV’s manufactured chaos. We explore how the show blends scripted mayhem with authentic drag magic, the power of queer visibility, and what it means to tell these stories now. Heidi shares her journey from  Drag Race  to this hilarious...

I chat with actor Bobby Lockwood about his exciting new role in  Rivals Season 2 , streaming on Disney+ from May 15. We dive into his journey as the first in his family to act, how winning a Children’s BAFTA gave him the confidence to keep going, and the resilience it took after being cut from a Disney show early on. Plus, Bobby shares what it’s like joining a powerhouse cast and how he keeps chal...

I chat with actor Kieron Moore and director Elliot Tuttle about their provocative new film  Blue Film , a daring exploration of queer desire, sex work, and vulnerability. We dive into why the film has been so controversially received, the challenges of portraying raw intimacy on screen, and how  Blue Film  is pushing boundaries in queer storytelling. Blue Film  is out in the USA on 8 May and comin...

I chat with actor Ryan Kopel about his new role in  We Had a World  at Hampstead Theatre, a deeply personal, intimate play about family and memory. We dive into what drew him to the script, how his own grandmothers shaped his love of theatre, and the transition from touring with  Dear Evan Hansen  to new creative projects. See We Had a World  at Hampstead Theatre from 29th May to 4th July 2026: ht...

Join me, Harvey Morton, on Queerly’s Stage and Screen Podcast for an exclusive chat with Boomer Banks, Max Konnor, and Joey Mills from the new reality docuseries Ultimate Boys Trip , premiering April 28th on  OUTflix . We dive into what made this Miami adventure more than just a trip, from the sweltering heat and iconic Gaythering Hotel to the real friendships and emotional moments that unfolded o...

Harvey Morton sits down with Dylan Trowbridge, director of the critically acclaimed new production of  Cock  at COLAB Theatre in London. Following sold-out runs in Canada and international tours to Japan, South Africa, and Brazil, this intimate staging of Mike Bartlett’s modern classic explores identity, love, and the pressure to define ourselves in a world that craves certainty. Dylan shares his...

Join Harvey as he chats with with Veronica Green as she shares her journey from growing up in Rochdale to becoming a drag superstar and musical theatre fan. Veronica talks about her close creative bond with her brother, their bold pitch to BBC Three, and how  Drag Race UK  became a turning point in her career. We dive deep into her role as Demi in the brand-new musical  Trompe l’Oeil  at Contact M...

Harvey Morton chats with Sergio Antonio Maggiolo and Guido Garcia Lueches about their groundbreaking musical  JEEZUS! , premiering at the New Diorama Theatre this April. Drawing from Sergio’s experience growing up queer in Catholic Latin America and Guido’s rich background in interactive theatre, they’ve created a show that’s equal parts riotous, tender, and deeply personal. We explore how  JEEZUS...

In this episode of Queerly’s Stage and Screen Podcast, Harvey Morton sits down with actor Pedro Leandro, who is starring as Neville in the world premiere production of Flora Wilson Brown’s adaptation of Virginia Woolf’s  The Waves  at  Jermyn Street Theatre . Pedro shares his early memories of Virginia Woolf’s work, including his mum’s warning that Woolf’s writing was “quite difficult” — and how h...