Twice Nightly: The Theatre Podcast

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey on Music Hall and Variety Day 2022 as they chat to one of Britain’s best-loved actresses Anne Reid, and two-time Tony nominee composer Jason Carr, ahead of their upcoming show ‘A Night at Pictures’. Find out which much-loved comedian boarded with Anne and actor Patrick Stewart in digs, and which musical legend gave Jason notes that came directly from M...

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they take you on a whirlwind tour of their personal highlights from series one. Guests include The Royal Variety Charity Chairman Giles Cooper and Head of PR David Pogson, Tiller Girl Jean Dudley-Hardy, The Play That Goes Wrong director Mark Bell, Clapham Grand's 'Loose Producer' Ally Wolf, comedy writer to the stars Brad Ashton, actor Daniel Taylor...

This week, join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey straight from 'The Royal Variety Performance 2021' at The Royal Albert Hall, as they chat to Chairman 'Giles Cooper' about all things Royal Variety. Our hosts then leap over to the charity’s residential home, Brinsworth House, to speak to resident 'Jean Dudley-Hardy' about her days as an iconic 'Tiller Girl'. She reveals all about her life i...

Back by popular demand, this week Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey continue their conversation with their very special guests Michael Beare and Marian St Claire. This episode they focus on their time with The London City Ballet, from the companies creation to its' Royal Patronage. Maria & Michael also have some right royal news themselves, but what is it? Have a listen and find out......

This week Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey talk about variety theatre in 2021 with Ally Wolf, the self-proclaimed 'loose' producer of The Clapham Grand. Find out all about the history of this incredible theatre, how Ally and his team keep Dan Leno's legacy thriving with the fun-filled 'briche' events being held there today, and why Ally has a problem with the term 'Variety Theatre' itself....

This week Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey talk to comedy writer for the stars, Brad Ashton. Brad shares stories about working with some of the comedy giants of the industry, including Groucho Marx, Tommy Cooper, Kenneth Williams and Bob Monkhouse to name a few. We also hear about our duo's wonderful time at the blue plaque unveiling of music hall performer Fred Barnes' Warrick Avenue home...

This week Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey had the pleasure of chatting about all things Variety theatre with their very special guests Michael Beare and Marian St Clare direct from their living room. Hear all about performing with Dame Margot Fonteyn, collaborating with Princess Diana, and touring everywhere from Cuba to Aberystwyth. Our duo also discuss the unapologetic Joan Collins afte...

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey on their second episode of their mini-pod series 'Theatre of The Week'. This week the duo take a deep dive into the fabulous world of The Clapham Grand as brought to their attention by director Mark Bell in episode 3. Which theatrical dynasty came to the theatres rescue on risk of closure? Have a listen and find out.... By Frame This Presents.... Songs...

This week our duo, Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey chat about the life and career of the Queen of The Hall's -  Marie Lloyd. They are also joined by the Chair of The British Music Hall Society in the 'Get To Know More Zone With Adam Borzone'. Ending the episode with a quiz from The Cougar re-capping past episodes, see how Michael scored, join in yourself and let us know how you did.....

In this series of mini-pods our duo Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey throw the spotlight on our guests' favourite theatres. This week it is none other than Wilton's Music Hall. They also introduce you to a new feature of the podcast with none other than the chair of The British Music Hall Society in 'The Get To Know More Zone With Adam Borzone'. We also listen to some classic music hall st...

In the aftermath of their fun-filled comedy show 'Twice Nightly', Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey chat about all things Variety theatre, costume malfunctions and the Met Gala's vaudeville-inspired looks. Who else is on the bill we hear you ask? The duo talk to Mark Bell, the award-winning director of 'The Play That Goes Wrong' & 'The Comedy About A Bank Robbery'. Mark's latest show 'H...

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they chat about all things Variety theatre ahead of their fun-filled variety show 'Twice Nightly' which they will be performing at The Liverpool Theatre Festival this week. Who else is on the bill we hear you ask? The Duo talk to actor and musician Daniel Taylor about all things George Harrison ahead of his performance in 'Something About George' at...

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they chat about all things Variety theatre ahead of their fun-filled variety show 'Twice Nightly' which they will be performing at The Liverpool Theatre Festival & Thorington Theatre this September. But what is Variety Theatre? The Duo talk to the chairman of The British Music Hall Society, Adam Borzone and discuss everything from Bruce Forsyth...