Talk Musicals to Me - with Caroline Sheen! Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/talk-musicals-to-me 'Talk Musicals to Me' is a new podcast which asks leading theatre industry figures the same 10 questions about the musicals which have shaped their lives and inspired their work. West End veteran Caroline Sheen is the host of the show and has a fair few theatre legends on speed dial to answer questions such as Which was the first Musical they ever saw/Which Musical would they make compulsory in schools/Which Musical have they seen the most? A celebration of how musicals can define careers and lives, Talk Musicals to me is your new “must-listen” theatre podcast! © Caroline Sheen/The BLOOP Network edd1598d-6554-5eb3-a1ed-8c3041593804 yes en Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:31:06 +0100 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:31:30 +0100 https://img.transistorcdn.com/NdZ08Y0By9IgWrJQq6v147TtrFCA3KIsl45aj1Mcubc/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9mZmQ0/NDY5N2EwNGRjZDE3/ZDQ3NTE0YmEyMGZk/MjFmNS5wbmc.jpg Talk Musicals to Me - with Caroline Sheen! episodic The BLOOP Network 'Talk Musicals to Me' is a new podcast which asks leading theatre industry figures the same 10 questions about the musicals which have shaped their lives and inspired their work. West End veteran Caroline Sheen is the host of the show and has a fair few theatre legends on speed dial to answer questions such as Which was the first Musical they ever saw/Which Musical would they make compulsory in schools/Which Musical have they seen the most? A celebration of how musicals can define careers and lives, Talk Musicals to me is your new “must-listen” theatre podcast! 'Talk Musicals to Me' is a new podcast which asks leading theatre industry figures the same 10 questions about the musicals which have shaped their lives and inspired their work. Musicals, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre The BLOOP Network bloomingtheatricals@gmail.com No No Talking Musicals with... CHARLES HART! 27 27 Talking Musicals with... CHARLES HART! full 194291bf-a4a7-41de-b7f8-e2943a12b1ab https://share.transistor.fm/s/f5efc296 Episode 27 - Talking Musicals with… Charles Hart! 

From a legendary showbiz family to penning the lyrics of the biggest musical in the world, the Phantom of the Opera, icon Charles Hart joins Caroline to discuss the musical influences which have helped shaped his epic career- and what he really thought about Mary Poppins. 

]]> Episode 27 - Talking Musicals with… Charles Hart! 

From a legendary showbiz family to penning the lyrics of the biggest musical in the world, the Phantom of the Opera, icon Charles Hart joins Caroline to discuss the musical influences which have helped shaped his epic career- and what he really thought about Mary Poppins. 

]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:31:03 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 2390 Episode 27 - Talking Musicals with… Charles Hart! 

From a legendary showbiz family to penning the lyrics of the biggest musical in the world, the Phantom of the Opera, icon Charles Hart joins Caroline to discuss the musical influences which have helped shaped his epic career- and what he really thought about Mary Poppins. 

]]> Phantom, Phantom of the Opera, Charles Hart, Aspects of Love, Musicals, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Talking Musicals with... PAUL FOSTER! 26 26 Talking Musicals with... PAUL FOSTER! full 98f95ec9-3d04-444b-95a5-7838997db1d3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/04072732 Episode 26 - Talking Musicals with… Paul Foster!! 

Actor turned director extraordinaire PAUL FOSTER talks to Caroline about musical memories and moments which have made him who he is today. The director of the current Kiss of the Spiderwoman UK tour provides loads of amazing musical insight, and he’s the same age as Caroline so be prepared for lots of nostalgia and musical reminiscences in this fun filled episode! 

]]> Episode 26 - Talking Musicals with… Paul Foster!! 

Actor turned director extraordinaire PAUL FOSTER talks to Caroline about musical memories and moments which have made him who he is today. The director of the current Kiss of the Spiderwoman UK tour provides loads of amazing musical insight, and he’s the same age as Caroline so be prepared for lots of nostalgia and musical reminiscences in this fun filled episode! 

]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:38:31 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 4337 Episode 26 - Talking Musicals with… Paul Foster!! 

Actor turned director extraordinaire PAUL FOSTER talks to Caroline about musical memories and moments which have made him who he is today. The director of the current Kiss of the Spiderwoman UK tour provides loads of amazing musical insight, and he’s the same age as Caroline so be prepared for lots of nostalgia and musical reminiscences in this fun filled episode! 

]]> Paul Foster, Musicals, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Talking Musicals with… JEREMY SAMS! 25 25 Talking Musicals with… JEREMY SAMS! full 3e1faeb5-7bf1-4565-ad02-a465fdb5963f https://share.transistor.fm/s/40c5ea75 Episode 25 - Talking Musicals with… JEREMY SAMS! 

If Jeremy Sams had a violin, which he probably does let’s face it, it would have the most strings on it. He is a director, a book writer, a lyricist, a composer, a translator, an adapter, a musical director and arranger, he’s basically a one man band of all things theatre. Musicals ranging from Assassins and Passion to The Sound of Music and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, have benefitted from having Jeremy on the creative team. He is the reason the word Polymath was created and he’s here talking musicals with Caroline today! Listen now! 

]]> Episode 25 - Talking Musicals with… JEREMY SAMS! 

If Jeremy Sams had a violin, which he probably does let’s face it, it would have the most strings on it. He is a director, a book writer, a lyricist, a composer, a translator, an adapter, a musical director and arranger, he’s basically a one man band of all things theatre. Musicals ranging from Assassins and Passion to The Sound of Music and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, have benefitted from having Jeremy on the creative team. He is the reason the word Polymath was created and he’s here talking musicals with Caroline today! Listen now! 

]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:53:43 +0000 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 4881 Episode 25 - Talking Musicals with… JEREMY SAMS! 

If Jeremy Sams had a violin, which he probably does let’s face it, it would have the most strings on it. He is a director, a book writer, a lyricist, a composer, a translator, an adapter, a musical director and arranger, he’s basically a one man band of all things theatre. Musicals ranging from Assassins and Passion to The Sound of Music and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, have benefitted from having Jeremy on the creative team. He is the reason the word Polymath was created and he’s here talking musicals with Caroline today! Listen now! 

]]> Jeremy Sams, Musicals, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Talking Musicals with... MICHAEL HARRISON! 24 24 Talking Musicals with... MICHAEL HARRISON! full 74706f0b-ea8c-4c6d-a1d5-ccf75560158d https://share.transistor.fm/s/c2f22e0c Episode 24 - Talking Musicals with… MICHAEL HARRISON!
 
Michael Harrison, crowned producer of the year in the 2025 Stage Awards, is a leader in the UK theatre world. Is it possible to talk just musicals with him? His spectrum of work is so broad. He brings us new musicals, groundbreaking revivals, Broadway transfers, pantomimes, as well as helping the grass roots of theatre in the regions. He is the best news for the uk theatre scene in a long time. And he’s got some great stories and tales to tell! The brilliant Michael Harrison talks musicals! 

]]> Episode 24 - Talking Musicals with… MICHAEL HARRISON!
 
Michael Harrison, crowned producer of the year in the 2025 Stage Awards, is a leader in the UK theatre world. Is it possible to talk just musicals with him? His spectrum of work is so broad. He brings us new musicals, groundbreaking revivals, Broadway transfers, pantomimes, as well as helping the grass roots of theatre in the regions. He is the best news for the uk theatre scene in a long time. And he’s got some great stories and tales to tell! The brilliant Michael Harrison talks musicals! 

]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:51:27 +0000 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 3856 Episode 24 - Talking Musicals with… MICHAEL HARRISON!
 
Michael Harrison, crowned producer of the year in the 2025 Stage Awards, is a leader in the UK theatre world. Is it possible to talk just musicals with him? His spectrum of work is so broad. He brings us new musicals, groundbreaking revivals, Broadway transfers, pantomimes, as well as helping the grass roots of theatre in the regions. He is the best news for the uk theatre scene in a long time. And he’s got some great stories and tales to tell! The brilliant Michael Harrison talks musicals! 

]]> Michael Harrison, Musicals, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Talking Musicals with... BRETT BOLES! 23 23 Talking Musicals with... BRETT BOLES! full df683454-d482-4acf-8b75-ecc29106aa51 https://share.transistor.fm/s/598a5365 Episode 23 - Talking Musicals with... BRETT BOLES!

Brett Boles has been enlightening and educating his followers on the intricacies and intricate micro details of brilliant pieces of musical theatre writing via his teaching, his social media videos, and the online courses he runs. He is also a composer and writer in his own right and he talks musicals to Caroline from his unique perspective of influencer, educator and practitioner. 

]]> Episode 23 - Talking Musicals with... BRETT BOLES!

Brett Boles has been enlightening and educating his followers on the intricacies and intricate micro details of brilliant pieces of musical theatre writing via his teaching, his social media videos, and the online courses he runs. He is also a composer and writer in his own right and he talks musicals to Caroline from his unique perspective of influencer, educator and practitioner. 

]]> Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:12:35 +0000 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 2716 Episode 23 - Talking Musicals with... BRETT BOLES!

Brett Boles has been enlightening and educating his followers on the intricacies and intricate micro details of brilliant pieces of musical theatre writing via his teaching, his social media videos, and the online courses he runs. He is also a composer and writer in his own right and he talks musicals to Caroline from his unique perspective of influencer, educator and practitioner. 

]]> Musicals, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre, Brett Boles, No Talking Musicals with... TODRICK HALL! 22 22 Talking Musicals with... TODRICK HALL! full 3c48e830-7a5e-489a-8c71-ab264653bb61 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e4309418 Episode 22 - Talking Musicals with… TODRICK HALL! 

The month his new musical MIDNIGHT opens, the force of nature that is Todrick Hall (Burlesque, Kinky Boots, Waitress, RuPauls Drag Race) joins us to talk musicals with so much passion and care and enthusiasm. It’s an eye opening, thought provoking chat, covering musical musings on teaching, writing, performing and being creative in the world of musical theatre. 

]]> Episode 22 - Talking Musicals with… TODRICK HALL! 

The month his new musical MIDNIGHT opens, the force of nature that is Todrick Hall (Burlesque, Kinky Boots, Waitress, RuPauls Drag Race) joins us to talk musicals with so much passion and care and enthusiasm. It’s an eye opening, thought provoking chat, covering musical musings on teaching, writing, performing and being creative in the world of musical theatre. 

]]> Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:34:00 +0000 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 3317 Episode 22 - Talking Musicals with… TODRICK HALL! 

The month his new musical MIDNIGHT opens, the force of nature that is Todrick Hall (Burlesque, Kinky Boots, Waitress, RuPauls Drag Race) joins us to talk musicals with so much passion and care and enthusiasm. It’s an eye opening, thought provoking chat, covering musical musings on teaching, writing, performing and being creative in the world of musical theatre. 

]]> Todrick Hall, Drag Race, American Idol, Choreography, Broadway, Musicals, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Talking Musicals with... SARAH O'GLEBY! 21 21 Talking Musicals with... SARAH O'GLEBY! full 4b54a353-b155-47fc-a72f-8d452456ddab https://share.transistor.fm/s/4f6558ba Episode 21 - Talking Musicals with… SARAH O'GLEBY!!!
British Broadway choreographer and director Sarah O’Gleby has choreographed for big Broadway shows including huge podcast favourite SHUCK’D and  ALMOST FAMOUS. She talks to her old pal Caroline about her journey from West End dancer to choreographing for the Oscars, the Tony’s, Broadway and now to starting to add directing to her talents. From Leicester and Laine’s to the lights of Broadway. A really fun and enlightening chat about, surprise surprise, all things MUSICAL! 

]]> Episode 21 - Talking Musicals with… SARAH O'GLEBY!!!
British Broadway choreographer and director Sarah O’Gleby has choreographed for big Broadway shows including huge podcast favourite SHUCK’D and  ALMOST FAMOUS. She talks to her old pal Caroline about her journey from West End dancer to choreographing for the Oscars, the Tony’s, Broadway and now to starting to add directing to her talents. From Leicester and Laine’s to the lights of Broadway. A really fun and enlightening chat about, surprise surprise, all things MUSICAL! 

]]> Tue, 20 Jan 2026 10:44:50 +0000 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 3980 Episode 21 - Talking Musicals with… SARAH O'GLEBY!!!
British Broadway choreographer and director Sarah O’Gleby has choreographed for big Broadway shows including huge podcast favourite SHUCK’D and  ALMOST FAMOUS. She talks to her old pal Caroline about her journey from West End dancer to choreographing for the Oscars, the Tony’s, Broadway and now to starting to add directing to her talents. From Leicester and Laine’s to the lights of Broadway. A really fun and enlightening chat about, surprise surprise, all things MUSICAL! 

]]> Sarah O'Gleby No Talking Musicals with... GERRY TEBBUTT! 20 20 Talking Musicals with... GERRY TEBBUTT! full 31662120-0bb0-4261-b06c-5387d6501d69 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f28eca60 Episode 20 - Talking Musicals with… GERRY TEBBUTT!!!
 
A very special guest to the podcast today, artistic director, choreographer and former west end musical stalwart -  GERRY TEBBUTT. A hugely influential person for many performers in the British theatre industry, including Caroline, as for over 15 years he was the Head of Musical Theatre at Guildford School of Acting, one of the leading theatre training institutions in the UK. There is very little this man does not know about musical theatre so listen up and enjoy!  

]]> Episode 20 - Talking Musicals with… GERRY TEBBUTT!!!
 
A very special guest to the podcast today, artistic director, choreographer and former west end musical stalwart -  GERRY TEBBUTT. A hugely influential person for many performers in the British theatre industry, including Caroline, as for over 15 years he was the Head of Musical Theatre at Guildford School of Acting, one of the leading theatre training institutions in the UK. There is very little this man does not know about musical theatre so listen up and enjoy!  

]]> Tue, 30 Dec 2025 08:43:42 +0000 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 3286 Episode 20 - Talking Musicals with… GERRY TEBBUTT!!!
 
A very special guest to the podcast today, artistic director, choreographer and former west end musical stalwart -  GERRY TEBBUTT. A hugely influential person for many performers in the British theatre industry, including Caroline, as for over 15 years he was the Head of Musical Theatre at Guildford School of Acting, one of the leading theatre training institutions in the UK. There is very little this man does not know about musical theatre so listen up and enjoy!  

]]> Gerry Tebbutt, Guildford School of Acting, Musicals, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Talking Musicals with... STEPHEN MEAR! 19 19 Talking Musicals with... STEPHEN MEAR! full 154409c2-361f-45ca-8f36-c06c624a84a1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/05c288bd Episode 19 - Talking Musicals with… STEPHEN MEAR CBE 


British choreographic legend STEPHEN MEAR CBE joins Caroline this episode for a journey through his musical theatre influences and the often life-changing effect they have had on his life. Hear how he worked in the West End whilst still training at London Studio Centre, how La Cage Aux Folles was a gamechanger in how he saw his place in the world and how his collaborations with other brilliant choreographers and directors have shaped his amazing work. 

]]> Episode 19 - Talking Musicals with… STEPHEN MEAR CBE 


British choreographic legend STEPHEN MEAR CBE joins Caroline this episode for a journey through his musical theatre influences and the often life-changing effect they have had on his life. Hear how he worked in the West End whilst still training at London Studio Centre, how La Cage Aux Folles was a gamechanger in how he saw his place in the world and how his collaborations with other brilliant choreographers and directors have shaped his amazing work. 

]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2025 09:14:56 +0000 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 3091 Episode 19 - Talking Musicals with… STEPHEN MEAR CBE 


British choreographic legend STEPHEN MEAR CBE joins Caroline this episode for a journey through his musical theatre influences and the often life-changing effect they have had on his life. Hear how he worked in the West End whilst still training at London Studio Centre, how La Cage Aux Folles was a gamechanger in how he saw his place in the world and how his collaborations with other brilliant choreographers and directors have shaped his amazing work. 

]]> Stephen Mear, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Talking Musicals with... JAMES LAPINE! 18 18 Talking Musicals with... JAMES LAPINE! full 5d87c4c2-e49d-42d7-bf2b-ee2fdddd6586 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8754fa8f Episode 18 - Talking Musicals with JAMES LAPINE!

Playwright and director of so many musicals and plays, most notably his collaborations with Stephen Sondheim which were SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE, INTO THE WOODS, and PASSION, and his creative partnership with William Finn, on the FALSETTOS trilogy, 25Th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and Little Miss Sunshine.

]]> Episode 18 - Talking Musicals with JAMES LAPINE!

Playwright and director of so many musicals and plays, most notably his collaborations with Stephen Sondheim which were SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE, INTO THE WOODS, and PASSION, and his creative partnership with William Finn, on the FALSETTOS trilogy, 25Th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and Little Miss Sunshine.

]]> Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:44:47 +0000 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 2479 Episode 18 - Talking Musicals with JAMES LAPINE!

Playwright and director of so many musicals and plays, most notably his collaborations with Stephen Sondheim which were SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE, INTO THE WOODS, and PASSION, and his creative partnership with William Finn, on the FALSETTOS trilogy, 25Th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and Little Miss Sunshine.

]]> James Lapine, Into the Woods, Falsettos, William Finn, Stephen Sondheim, Musicals, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Talking Musicals with… ANTHONY DREWE! (Part 2) 17 17 Talking Musicals with… ANTHONY DREWE! (Part 2) full e89e161f-cbc0-4cc4-80af-2964f5574643 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4b782cbb Episode 17 - Talking Musicals with… Anthony Drewe! (Part 2)

We’re back with the second part of our Anthony Drewe spectacular! Listen as Ants tells us about Mary Poppins songs which didn’t make the cut, a near miss with Jule Styne and very important advice on what to do at the Olivier Awards “if a miracle happens!”

AND it’s our final show of the season! 

Thanks so much for listening!

--SOCIALS--

Anthony's Socials: https://www.instagram.com/antsdrewe
Website: https://stilesanddrewe.com/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Disney's Hercules on the West End Tickets: https://www.herculesthemusical.co.uk/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Episode 17 - Talking Musicals with… Anthony Drewe! (Part 2)

We’re back with the second part of our Anthony Drewe spectacular! Listen as Ants tells us about Mary Poppins songs which didn’t make the cut, a near miss with Jule Styne and very important advice on what to do at the Olivier Awards “if a miracle happens!”

AND it’s our final show of the season! 

Thanks so much for listening!

--SOCIALS--

Anthony's Socials: https://www.instagram.com/antsdrewe
Website: https://stilesanddrewe.com/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Disney's Hercules on the West End Tickets: https://www.herculesthemusical.co.uk/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Tue, 29 Jul 2025 08:01:00 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 3464 Episode 17 - Talking Musicals with… Anthony Drewe! (Part 2)

We’re back with the second part of our Anthony Drewe spectacular! Listen as Ants tells us about Mary Poppins songs which didn’t make the cut, a near miss with Jule Styne and very important advice on what to do at the Olivier Awards “if a miracle happens!”

AND it’s our final show of the season! 

Thanks so much for listening!

--SOCIALS--

Anthony's Socials: https://www.instagram.com/antsdrewe
Website: https://stilesanddrewe.com/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Disney's Hercules on the West End Tickets: https://www.herculesthemusical.co.uk/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Anthony Drewe, Mary Poppins, George Stiles, Honk!, Just So, Becoming Nancy, Caroline Sheen, Half a Sixpence, Olivier Awards, Disney, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Caroline Sheen Talking Musicals with… ANTHONY DREWE! (Part 1) 16 16 Talking Musicals with… ANTHONY DREWE! (Part 1) full 47a6df82-ff64-425a-90d4-a4cb5edf6478 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ebdfd85e Episode 16 - Talking Musicals with… Anthony Drewe! (Part 1)

The lyricist/book writer and all-round legend Anthony Drewe talks birds, bees, blockbusters and “very big Hobbitty sort of shows”.  Tales abound of Billy, Les Miserables, and the friendships which deliver repeat visits to West End hits. There's so much chat, that we’ve had to split it into two parts!

--SOCIALS--

Anthony's Socials: https://www.instagram.com/antsdrewe
Website: https://stilesanddrewe.com/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Disney's Hercules on the West End Tickets: https://www.herculesthemusical.co.uk/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Episode 16 - Talking Musicals with… Anthony Drewe! (Part 1)

The lyricist/book writer and all-round legend Anthony Drewe talks birds, bees, blockbusters and “very big Hobbitty sort of shows”.  Tales abound of Billy, Les Miserables, and the friendships which deliver repeat visits to West End hits. There's so much chat, that we’ve had to split it into two parts!

--SOCIALS--

Anthony's Socials: https://www.instagram.com/antsdrewe
Website: https://stilesanddrewe.com/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Disney's Hercules on the West End Tickets: https://www.herculesthemusical.co.uk/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Tue, 22 Jul 2025 08:01:00 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 2292 Episode 16 - Talking Musicals with… Anthony Drewe! (Part 1)

The lyricist/book writer and all-round legend Anthony Drewe talks birds, bees, blockbusters and “very big Hobbitty sort of shows”.  Tales abound of Billy, Les Miserables, and the friendships which deliver repeat visits to West End hits. There's so much chat, that we’ve had to split it into two parts!

--SOCIALS--

Anthony's Socials: https://www.instagram.com/antsdrewe
Website: https://stilesanddrewe.com/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Disney's Hercules on the West End Tickets: https://www.herculesthemusical.co.uk/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Anthony Drewe, Mary Poppins, George Stiles, Honk!, Just So, Becoming Nancy, Caroline Sheen, Half a Sixpence, Olivier Awards, Disney, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Caroline Sheen Talking Musicals with... GEORGIA STITT! 15 15 Talking Musicals with... GEORGIA STITT! full 8348996f-86d8-4cef-b8b3-39fb1f624a2a https://share.transistor.fm/s/1b0161ec Episode 15 - Talking Musicals with… GEORGIA STITT!
 
Composer, conductor, arranger, musical director AND the founder of Maestra Music. Georgia Stitt chats about musicals, marching bands, and the necessary broadening of female representation across music departments in New York. An incredible in-depth dive into the glories of the musical.

--SOCIALS--

Georgia's Socials: https://www.instagram.com/georgiastitt/
Website: https://www.georgiastitt.com

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Episode 15 - Talking Musicals with… GEORGIA STITT!
 
Composer, conductor, arranger, musical director AND the founder of Maestra Music. Georgia Stitt chats about musicals, marching bands, and the necessary broadening of female representation across music departments in New York. An incredible in-depth dive into the glories of the musical.

--SOCIALS--

Georgia's Socials: https://www.instagram.com/georgiastitt/
Website: https://www.georgiastitt.com

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Tue, 15 Jul 2025 08:01:00 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 4995 Episode 15 - Talking Musicals with… GEORGIA STITT!
 
Composer, conductor, arranger, musical director AND the founder of Maestra Music. Georgia Stitt chats about musicals, marching bands, and the necessary broadening of female representation across music departments in New York. An incredible in-depth dive into the glories of the musical.

--SOCIALS--

Georgia's Socials: https://www.instagram.com/georgiastitt/
Website: https://www.georgiastitt.com

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Georgia Stitt, Musicals, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Caroline Sheen Talking Musicals with... SUSAN STROMAN! 14 14 Talking Musicals with... SUSAN STROMAN! full ad2a0ae0-e989-4586-9d2c-0531a3076424 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b94f4558 Episode 14 - Talking Musicals with… SUSAN STROMAN!

We are Crazy for Susan Stroman this week as she shares wonderful stories of the musicals which have made up her life. Divulging special advice from the Prince of Broadway, with added tales of Mel Brooks serenading her in her hallway and an emotional encounter with the one and only Ginger Rogers. It’s pretty clear from this chat where this Queen of Broadway went right!

--SOCIALS--

Susan's Socials: (Susan isn't on social media!)

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Episode 14 - Talking Musicals with… SUSAN STROMAN!

We are Crazy for Susan Stroman this week as she shares wonderful stories of the musicals which have made up her life. Divulging special advice from the Prince of Broadway, with added tales of Mel Brooks serenading her in her hallway and an emotional encounter with the one and only Ginger Rogers. It’s pretty clear from this chat where this Queen of Broadway went right!

--SOCIALS--

Susan's Socials: (Susan isn't on social media!)

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Tue, 08 Jul 2025 08:01:00 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 3375 Episode 14 - Talking Musicals with… SUSAN STROMAN!

We are Crazy for Susan Stroman this week as she shares wonderful stories of the musicals which have made up her life. Divulging special advice from the Prince of Broadway, with added tales of Mel Brooks serenading her in her hallway and an emotional encounter with the one and only Ginger Rogers. It’s pretty clear from this chat where this Queen of Broadway went right!

--SOCIALS--

Susan's Socials: (Susan isn't on social media!)

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Susan Stroman, The Producers, Mel Brooks, Contact, Musicals, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Caroline Sheen Talking Musicals with... DAME ARLENE PHILLIPS! 13 13 Talking Musicals with... DAME ARLENE PHILLIPS! full 34808ac5-3ce3-4de1-b5a9-6dc1d7d95c48 https://share.transistor.fm/s/321eb60b EPISODE 13 - Talking musicals with… Dame Arlene Phillips! 

British ICON and choreographic game changer Dame Arlene Phillips joins us on the pod to chat about, guess what?! Musicals! Her tales take us from pregnant roller skating in the US to deciding to see a small unknown show in Edinburgh by the name of Six. Also she divulges which show she and Andrew Lloyd Webber think is the the most perfect musical of all time!

--SOCIALS--

Arlene Socials: https://www.instagram.com/arlenephillips/

Disney's Hercules on the West End Tickets: https://www.herculesthemusical.co.uk/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

Hear more Thrash 'n Treasure: https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> EPISODE 13 - Talking musicals with… Dame Arlene Phillips! 

British ICON and choreographic game changer Dame Arlene Phillips joins us on the pod to chat about, guess what?! Musicals! Her tales take us from pregnant roller skating in the US to deciding to see a small unknown show in Edinburgh by the name of Six. Also she divulges which show she and Andrew Lloyd Webber think is the the most perfect musical of all time!

--SOCIALS--

Arlene Socials: https://www.instagram.com/arlenephillips/

Disney's Hercules on the West End Tickets: https://www.herculesthemusical.co.uk/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

Hear more Thrash 'n Treasure: https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Tue, 01 Jul 2025 08:01:00 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 3807 EPISODE 13 - Talking musicals with… Dame Arlene Phillips! 

British ICON and choreographic game changer Dame Arlene Phillips joins us on the pod to chat about, guess what?! Musicals! Her tales take us from pregnant roller skating in the US to deciding to see a small unknown show in Edinburgh by the name of Six. Also she divulges which show she and Andrew Lloyd Webber think is the the most perfect musical of all time!

--SOCIALS--

Arlene Socials: https://www.instagram.com/arlenephillips/

Disney's Hercules on the West End Tickets: https://www.herculesthemusical.co.uk/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

Hear more Thrash 'n Treasure: https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Arlene Phillips, Dame Arlene Phillips, Starlight Express, Grease, Annie, Musicals, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Caroline Sheen Talking Musicals with... THOMAS SCHUMACHER! 12 12 Talking Musicals with... THOMAS SCHUMACHER! full f5f8bc93-ba12-4ddf-9461-02b6f040398d https://share.transistor.fm/s/5d585789 Episode 12 - Talking Musicals with… THOMAS SCHUMACHER!

When the man who made you Mary Poppins agrees to come on your podcast - you’d better go meet him and record in person! The Chief Creative Officer of Disney Theatrical, the man who makes Disney magic into Theatre magic on a daily basis, the man who is opening Hercules in the West End the day this podcast goes out: Thomas Schumacher did his homework assignment and brought brilliant answers to Talk Musicals to Me. Tales of working for Carol Channing, sweeping the floor in dance studios in California, and exchanging cockney dialogue with Lionel Bart. This chat is essential listening!!!

--SOCIALS--
Disney's Hercules on the West End Tickets: https://www.herculesthemusical.co.uk/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

Hear our full episode with Disney icon James Monroe Iglehart (Ep85): https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Episode 12 - Talking Musicals with… THOMAS SCHUMACHER!

When the man who made you Mary Poppins agrees to come on your podcast - you’d better go meet him and record in person! The Chief Creative Officer of Disney Theatrical, the man who makes Disney magic into Theatre magic on a daily basis, the man who is opening Hercules in the West End the day this podcast goes out: Thomas Schumacher did his homework assignment and brought brilliant answers to Talk Musicals to Me. Tales of working for Carol Channing, sweeping the floor in dance studios in California, and exchanging cockney dialogue with Lionel Bart. This chat is essential listening!!!

--SOCIALS--
Disney's Hercules on the West End Tickets: https://www.herculesthemusical.co.uk/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

Hear our full episode with Disney icon James Monroe Iglehart (Ep85): https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Tue, 24 Jun 2025 08:01:00 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 3676 Episode 12 - Talking Musicals with… THOMAS SCHUMACHER!

When the man who made you Mary Poppins agrees to come on your podcast - you’d better go meet him and record in person! The Chief Creative Officer of Disney Theatrical, the man who makes Disney magic into Theatre magic on a daily basis, the man who is opening Hercules in the West End the day this podcast goes out: Thomas Schumacher did his homework assignment and brought brilliant answers to Talk Musicals to Me. Tales of working for Carol Channing, sweeping the floor in dance studios in California, and exchanging cockney dialogue with Lionel Bart. This chat is essential listening!!!

--SOCIALS--
Disney's Hercules on the West End Tickets: https://www.herculesthemusical.co.uk/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

Hear our full episode with Disney icon James Monroe Iglehart (Ep85): https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Thomas Schumacher, Disney, Disney Musicals, Hercules, David Zippel, Robert Horn, Aladdin, Frozen, The Lion King, Tarzan, Beauty and the Beast, Mary Poppins, Bedknobs and Broomsticks, Disney Theatricals, AIDA, King David, Musicals, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre, James Monroe Iglehart No Caroline Sheen Talking Musicals with… JOHN DOYLE! 11 11 Talking Musicals with… JOHN DOYLE! full 544e0fd5-ff04-4255-9164-7ff3151859e1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/422a6e88 Episode 11 - Talking Musicals with... JOHN DOYLE! 


Regarded by so many as the pioneer of the Actor-Musician musical, John Doyle is so much more. His productions  range from Opera, to Shakespeare, to Broadway with Tonys and beyond. A creative, theatrical innovator this chat takes us from The Desert Song to The Color Purple with a huge chunk of Stephen Sondheim’s thrown in for good measure. Well you have to expect a few when he’s directed nearly every single Sondheim musical! 

--SOCIALS--
Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Episode 11 - Talking Musicals with... JOHN DOYLE! 


Regarded by so many as the pioneer of the Actor-Musician musical, John Doyle is so much more. His productions  range from Opera, to Shakespeare, to Broadway with Tonys and beyond. A creative, theatrical innovator this chat takes us from The Desert Song to The Color Purple with a huge chunk of Stephen Sondheim’s thrown in for good measure. Well you have to expect a few when he’s directed nearly every single Sondheim musical! 

--SOCIALS--
Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Tue, 17 Jun 2025 08:01:00 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 3649 Episode 11 - Talking Musicals with... JOHN DOYLE! 


Regarded by so many as the pioneer of the Actor-Musician musical, John Doyle is so much more. His productions  range from Opera, to Shakespeare, to Broadway with Tonys and beyond. A creative, theatrical innovator this chat takes us from The Desert Song to The Color Purple with a huge chunk of Stephen Sondheim’s thrown in for good measure. Well you have to expect a few when he’s directed nearly every single Sondheim musical! 

--SOCIALS--
Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> John Doyle, Musicals, Interview, Stephen Sondheim, Director, Sondheim, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Caroline Sheen Bonus Episode: Talking Musicals With... MICHAEL JIBSON! 11 11 Bonus Episode: Talking Musicals With... MICHAEL JIBSON! bonus adb147dc-a380-4a64-ac56-dac89740205c https://share.transistor.fm/s/e25f93b4 The PILOT EPISODE! Talking Musicals with… Michael Jibson!
 
A special treat in celebration of our 10th episode. This “practise” run is an interview with Mike, Olivier award winner for King George in Hamilton, the first Addison in Road Show in London and the original Joe Casey in Our House. Oh and also, he’s Caroline’s husband. Handy for a podcast rehearsal in the kitchen!

--SOCIALS--
Mike: https://www.instagram.com/mikejibson

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> The PILOT EPISODE! Talking Musicals with… Michael Jibson!
 
A special treat in celebration of our 10th episode. This “practise” run is an interview with Mike, Olivier award winner for King George in Hamilton, the first Addison in Road Show in London and the original Joe Casey in Our House. Oh and also, he’s Caroline’s husband. Handy for a podcast rehearsal in the kitchen!

--SOCIALS--
Mike: https://www.instagram.com/mikejibson

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Thu, 12 Jun 2025 08:33:14 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 2915 The PILOT EPISODE! Talking Musicals with… Michael Jibson!
 
A special treat in celebration of our 10th episode. This “practise” run is an interview with Mike, Olivier award winner for King George in Hamilton, the first Addison in Road Show in London and the original Joe Casey in Our House. Oh and also, he’s Caroline’s husband. Handy for a podcast rehearsal in the kitchen!

--SOCIALS--
Mike: https://www.instagram.com/mikejibson

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Michael Jibson, This is My Family, Our House, Hamilton UK, Olivier Awards, Musicals, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Caroline Sheen Talking Musicals with… PIPPA CLEARY! 10 10 Talking Musicals with… PIPPA CLEARY! full d072f2d6-fa77-48aa-a968-4d7a32ee71a3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7b9edefb
Episode Ten - Talking Musicals with… PIPPA CLEARY! 


Glass ceiling smasher Pippa Cleary, composer/lyricist of Adrian Mole, The Great British Bake Off Musical and My Son's a Queer, talks to Caroline about the big musical she has in common with Cameron Mackintosh, the joys of watching kids being ridiculously cheeky onstage and we get a music lesson thrown in for good measure! You learn something new every time with Talk Musicals to Me!

--SOCIALS--
Pippa: https://www.instagram.com/pippa.cleary

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]>
Episode Ten - Talking Musicals with… PIPPA CLEARY! 


Glass ceiling smasher Pippa Cleary, composer/lyricist of Adrian Mole, The Great British Bake Off Musical and My Son's a Queer, talks to Caroline about the big musical she has in common with Cameron Mackintosh, the joys of watching kids being ridiculously cheeky onstage and we get a music lesson thrown in for good measure! You learn something new every time with Talk Musicals to Me!

--SOCIALS--
Pippa: https://www.instagram.com/pippa.cleary

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Tue, 10 Jun 2025 08:01:00 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 3491
Episode Ten - Talking Musicals with… PIPPA CLEARY! 


Glass ceiling smasher Pippa Cleary, composer/lyricist of Adrian Mole, The Great British Bake Off Musical and My Son's a Queer, talks to Caroline about the big musical she has in common with Cameron Mackintosh, the joys of watching kids being ridiculously cheeky onstage and we get a music lesson thrown in for good measure! You learn something new every time with Talk Musicals to Me!

--SOCIALS--
Pippa: https://www.instagram.com/pippa.cleary

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Caroline Sheen, Pippa Cleary, Musicals, Interview, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Caroline Sheen Talking Musicals with... JERRY MITCHELL! 9 9 Talking Musicals with... JERRY MITCHELL! full 50bf29cf-ab98-4ae2-bcaf-c7118418e8ff https://share.transistor.fm/s/6b90d6f1 Episode Nine - Talking Musicals with... JERRY MITCHELL!

Multi award winning director-choreographer Jerry Mitchell talks us through his incredible Musical Theatre experiences, including his “full out” fandom of Six the musical, his chance meeting in a mall which led to his first professional show, and how marching around with a beat-up clarinet at age 10 kickstarted his passion for musicals. He’s so fabulous that Caroline couldn’t resist asking extra bonus questions!

--SOCIALS--
Jerry: https://www.instagram.com/jammyprod

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Episode Nine - Talking Musicals with... JERRY MITCHELL!

Multi award winning director-choreographer Jerry Mitchell talks us through his incredible Musical Theatre experiences, including his “full out” fandom of Six the musical, his chance meeting in a mall which led to his first professional show, and how marching around with a beat-up clarinet at age 10 kickstarted his passion for musicals. He’s so fabulous that Caroline couldn’t resist asking extra bonus questions!

--SOCIALS--
Jerry: https://www.instagram.com/jammyprod

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Tue, 03 Jun 2025 08:01:00 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 3438 Episode Nine - Talking Musicals with... JERRY MITCHELL!

Multi award winning director-choreographer Jerry Mitchell talks us through his incredible Musical Theatre experiences, including his “full out” fandom of Six the musical, his chance meeting in a mall which led to his first professional show, and how marching around with a beat-up clarinet at age 10 kickstarted his passion for musicals. He’s so fabulous that Caroline couldn’t resist asking extra bonus questions!

--SOCIALS--
Jerry: https://www.instagram.com/jammyprod

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Jerry Mitchell, Hairspray, Kinky Boots, Boop the Musical, Musicals, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Caroline Sheen Talking Musicals with... RICHARD DARBOURNE! 8 8 Talking Musicals with... RICHARD DARBOURNE! full 9b79a12b-ad5b-47ad-8ae4-ccda3d61a913 https://share.transistor.fm/s/36e99379 Episode Eight - Talking Musicals with RICHARD DARBOURNE!
Leading UK theatre producer Richard Darbourne gives us great insights from a producers perspective. He tells us how to champion new musicals like Benjamin Button, and how it feels when that hard work gets rewarded with several Oliviers. He advises Caroline how to go about programming the imaginary "Sheen Theatre" along with some am dram chat and a dash of Dolly Parton:  the perfect recipe for a fascinating "Talk Musicals" from a new angle in this episode.

--SOCIALS--

Richard: https://www.instagram.com/rdarbourne/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- https://www.x.com/talkmusicals2me -- https://www.threads.com/@talkmusicalstome

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Episode Eight - Talking Musicals with RICHARD DARBOURNE!
Leading UK theatre producer Richard Darbourne gives us great insights from a producers perspective. He tells us how to champion new musicals like Benjamin Button, and how it feels when that hard work gets rewarded with several Oliviers. He advises Caroline how to go about programming the imaginary "Sheen Theatre" along with some am dram chat and a dash of Dolly Parton:  the perfect recipe for a fascinating "Talk Musicals" from a new angle in this episode.

--SOCIALS--

Richard: https://www.instagram.com/rdarbourne/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- https://www.x.com/talkmusicals2me -- https://www.threads.com/@talkmusicalstome

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Tue, 27 May 2025 08:01:00 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 3765 Episode Eight - Talking Musicals with RICHARD DARBOURNE!
Leading UK theatre producer Richard Darbourne gives us great insights from a producers perspective. He tells us how to champion new musicals like Benjamin Button, and how it feels when that hard work gets rewarded with several Oliviers. He advises Caroline how to go about programming the imaginary "Sheen Theatre" along with some am dram chat and a dash of Dolly Parton:  the perfect recipe for a fascinating "Talk Musicals" from a new angle in this episode.

--SOCIALS--

Richard: https://www.instagram.com/rdarbourne/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- https://www.x.com/talkmusicals2me -- https://www.threads.com/@talkmusicalstome

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> ATG productions, Caroline Sheen. Musicals, Theatre, West End, Broadway, Musical Theatre, Benjamin Button Musical, Richard Darbourne, Olivier Awards, Amateur Dramatics, Dolly Parton, Nine to Five, Les Miserables, theatre producing, Musicals, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Caroline Sheen Talking Musicals with... GARY WILMOT! 7 7 Talking Musicals with... GARY WILMOT! full 1bff9068-bce8-44e8-a6e6-1789fc3874ab https://share.transistor.fm/s/d1325cf6 Episode Seven - Talking Musicals with GARY WILMOT!

British national treasure GARY WILMOT talks about his personal connection to the Lambeth Walk, his enduring love for Me and My Girl and an interesting discovery about the figures for football audiences compared to Musical audiences - and that’s just in the first few questions! An all round entertainer, you’ll love to hear him Talking Musicals!

--SOCIALS--

Gary: https://www.instagram.com/garywilmotactor/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- https://www.x.com/talkmusicals2me -- https://www.threads.com/@talkmusicalstome

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Episode Seven - Talking Musicals with GARY WILMOT!

British national treasure GARY WILMOT talks about his personal connection to the Lambeth Walk, his enduring love for Me and My Girl and an interesting discovery about the figures for football audiences compared to Musical audiences - and that’s just in the first few questions! An all round entertainer, you’ll love to hear him Talking Musicals!

--SOCIALS--

Gary: https://www.instagram.com/garywilmotactor/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- https://www.x.com/talkmusicals2me -- https://www.threads.com/@talkmusicalstome

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Tue, 20 May 2025 08:01:00 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 3559 Episode Seven - Talking Musicals with GARY WILMOT!

British national treasure GARY WILMOT talks about his personal connection to the Lambeth Walk, his enduring love for Me and My Girl and an interesting discovery about the figures for football audiences compared to Musical audiences - and that’s just in the first few questions! An all round entertainer, you’ll love to hear him Talking Musicals!

--SOCIALS--

Gary: https://www.instagram.com/garywilmotactor/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- https://www.x.com/talkmusicals2me -- https://www.threads.com/@talkmusicalstome

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Gary Wilmot, Caroline Sheen, Showstoppers, Copycats, Musicals, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre No Caroline Sheen Talking Musicals with... DEBBIE ISITT! 6 6 Talking Musicals with... DEBBIE ISITT! full 13f80ae5-e5b6-476e-b053-afa13d29ee0d https://share.transistor.fm/s/1348921b Episode Six - Talking Musicals with DEBBIE ISITT!

Filmmaker and theatre practitioner Debbie Isitt has Caroline in awe of her first theatrical venture - aged 9, and she explains how improvisation keeps storytelling fresh and present and how much she respects the tenacity, commitment and character of actors who work in the musical theatre industry. Music(als) to our ears!

--SOCIALS--

Debbie: https://www.instagram.com/isittdebbie/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- https://www.x.com/talkmusicals2me -- https://www.threads.com/@talkmusicalstome

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

]]> Episode Six - Talking Musicals with DEBBIE ISITT!

Filmmaker and theatre practitioner Debbie Isitt has Caroline in awe of her first theatrical venture - aged 9, and she explains how improvisation keeps storytelling fresh and present and how much she respects the tenacity, commitment and character of actors who work in the musical theatre industry. Music(als) to our ears!

--SOCIALS--

Debbie: https://www.instagram.com/isittdebbie/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- https://www.x.com/talkmusicals2me -- https://www.threads.com/@talkmusicalstome

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

]]> Tue, 13 May 2025 08:01:00 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 3902 Episode Six - Talking Musicals with DEBBIE ISITT!

Filmmaker and theatre practitioner Debbie Isitt has Caroline in awe of her first theatrical venture - aged 9, and she explains how improvisation keeps storytelling fresh and present and how much she respects the tenacity, commitment and character of actors who work in the musical theatre industry. Music(als) to our ears!

--SOCIALS--

Debbie: https://www.instagram.com/isittdebbie/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- https://www.x.com/talkmusicals2me -- https://www.threads.com/@talkmusicalstome

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com

]]> Debbie Isitt, Nativity, Nativity Rocks, Caroline Sheen, Musicals, Theatre, Broadway, West End, Cabaret, Mary Poppins, The Wizard of Oz, Come From Away, UK, UK Film, British Film, British Theatre, Christmas, Military Wives the Musical, Military Wives No Caroline Sheen Talking Musicals with... ROB MADGE! 5 5 Talking Musicals with... ROB MADGE! full cfea6d70-26ab-4653-a346-20a0d33f56be https://share.transistor.fm/s/25f86d33 Episode Five - Talking Musicals with... ROB MADGE!

Rob Madge divulges to Caroline the awe they still have for the Disney magic behind the Mary Poppins musical, the joy of supporting one’s friends as they succeed in the West End and their fascination with the documentaries showing the behind the scenes machinations of some of our favourite musicals. Tune in to listen in to this 'supercalifragilistic' chinwag between a former Michael Banks and an ex-Mary Poppins!

--SOCIALS--

Rob: https://www.instagram.com/robmadge02

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- https://www.x.com/talkmusicals2me -- https://www.threads.com/@talkmusicalstome

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Episode Five - Talking Musicals with... ROB MADGE!

Rob Madge divulges to Caroline the awe they still have for the Disney magic behind the Mary Poppins musical, the joy of supporting one’s friends as they succeed in the West End and their fascination with the documentaries showing the behind the scenes machinations of some of our favourite musicals. Tune in to listen in to this 'supercalifragilistic' chinwag between a former Michael Banks and an ex-Mary Poppins!

--SOCIALS--

Rob: https://www.instagram.com/robmadge02

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- https://www.x.com/talkmusicals2me -- https://www.threads.com/@talkmusicalstome

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Tue, 06 May 2025 08:01:00 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 3713 Episode Five - Talking Musicals with... ROB MADGE!

Rob Madge divulges to Caroline the awe they still have for the Disney magic behind the Mary Poppins musical, the joy of supporting one’s friends as they succeed in the West End and their fascination with the documentaries showing the behind the scenes machinations of some of our favourite musicals. Tune in to listen in to this 'supercalifragilistic' chinwag between a former Michael Banks and an ex-Mary Poppins!

--SOCIALS--

Rob: https://www.instagram.com/robmadge02

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- https://www.x.com/talkmusicals2me -- https://www.threads.com/@talkmusicalstome

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Rob Madge, Caroline Sheen, My Son's a Queer But What Can You Do, Musicals, Theatre, Broadway, West End, Cabaret, Mary Poppins, Acorn Antiques, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Wicked, No Caroline Sheen Talking Musicals with... GEORGE STILES! 4 4 Talking Musicals with... GEORGE STILES! full b26a76fe-53ac-4dfb-b069-052af3d9a3a2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bd8c4c6c Episode Four - Talking Musicals with... GEORGE STILES!
Ground-breaking British composer George Stiles has us in raptures with his stories of handshakes across the generations, amazing offers of assistance from a young impresario who now owns most of the West End, and the joy of working with one’s heroes.

--SOCIALS--

George: https://www.instagram.com/dawgsnaps

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- https://www.x.com/talkmusicals2me -- https://www.threads.com/@talkmusicalstome

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Episode Four - Talking Musicals with... GEORGE STILES!
Ground-breaking British composer George Stiles has us in raptures with his stories of handshakes across the generations, amazing offers of assistance from a young impresario who now owns most of the West End, and the joy of working with one’s heroes.

--SOCIALS--

George: https://www.instagram.com/dawgsnaps

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- https://www.x.com/talkmusicals2me -- https://www.threads.com/@talkmusicalstome

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Tue, 29 Apr 2025 08:01:00 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 4394 Episode Four - Talking Musicals with... GEORGE STILES!
Ground-breaking British composer George Stiles has us in raptures with his stories of handshakes across the generations, amazing offers of assistance from a young impresario who now owns most of the West End, and the joy of working with one’s heroes.

--SOCIALS--

George: https://www.instagram.com/dawgsnaps

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- https://www.x.com/talkmusicals2me -- https://www.threads.com/@talkmusicalstome

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> George Stiles, Anthony Drewe, Honk!, Six the Musical, Toby Marlow, Lucy Moss, Six musical, Mary Poppins, Mary Poppins the Musical, Caroline Sheen, Musicals, Interview, Caroline Sheen, Theatre Podcast, Musical Podcast, West End Theatre, West End Podcast, Musical Theatre, Just So, No Caroline Sheen Talking Musicals with... JOHN WEIDMAN! 3 3 Talking Musicals with... JOHN WEIDMAN! full 8d173ef6-909d-4527-ac38-b2a64c29c82b https://share.transistor.fm/s/fa3356da Episode Three - Talking Musicals with JOHN WEIDMAN

Longtime Sondheim collaborator JOHN WEIDMAN talks about the book writers of Broadway, his collaborations with Sondheim and how Zero Mostel was so memorable from the Mezzanine. An episode filled to the brim with gems of brilliance from a Broadway legend.

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Episode Three - Talking Musicals with JOHN WEIDMAN

Longtime Sondheim collaborator JOHN WEIDMAN talks about the book writers of Broadway, his collaborations with Sondheim and how Zero Mostel was so memorable from the Mezzanine. An episode filled to the brim with gems of brilliance from a Broadway legend.

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:01:00 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 3438 Episode Three - Talking Musicals with JOHN WEIDMAN

Longtime Sondheim collaborator JOHN WEIDMAN talks about the book writers of Broadway, his collaborations with Sondheim and how Zero Mostel was so memorable from the Mezzanine. An episode filled to the brim with gems of brilliance from a Broadway legend.

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> John Weidman, Caroline Sheen, Assassins, Stephen Sondheim, Sondheim, Pacific Overtures, Road Show, Sesame Street, Podcast, West End, West End Theatre, Broadway, Musicals, Musical Theatre No Caroline Sheen Talking Musicals with… ADAM GUETTEL! 2 2 Talking Musicals with… ADAM GUETTEL! full bb07d30c-bac8-409c-8db1-73c6ef14f27b https://share.transistor.fm/s/3c2da643 Episode Two- Talking Musicals with… ADAM GUETTEL
Theatre Royalty Adam Guettel tells us about important lessons learnt from legendary directors, how he wouldn’t want to go for a beer with Sweeney Todd, and we introduce him to the phrase “Busman’s Holiday”. A deep dive into some legendary theatre pieces that will leave us all with some silver in our pockets.

--SOCIALS--
Adam: https://www.instagram.com/adamguettel/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Episode Two- Talking Musicals with… ADAM GUETTEL
Theatre Royalty Adam Guettel tells us about important lessons learnt from legendary directors, how he wouldn’t want to go for a beer with Sweeney Todd, and we introduce him to the phrase “Busman’s Holiday”. A deep dive into some legendary theatre pieces that will leave us all with some silver in our pockets.

--SOCIALS--
Adam: https://www.instagram.com/adamguettel/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Tue, 22 Apr 2025 13:01:00 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 2954 Episode Two- Talking Musicals with… ADAM GUETTEL
Theatre Royalty Adam Guettel tells us about important lessons learnt from legendary directors, how he wouldn’t want to go for a beer with Sweeney Todd, and we introduce him to the phrase “Busman’s Holiday”. A deep dive into some legendary theatre pieces that will leave us all with some silver in our pockets.

--SOCIALS--
Adam: https://www.instagram.com/adamguettel/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Adam Guettel, Caroline Sheen, Musicals, The Light in the Piazza, Broadway, West End, Floyd Collins, Podcast, West End, West End Theatre, Broadway Theatre, Musicals, Musical Theatre, Mary Rodgers, Richard Rodgers, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Freaky Friday No Caroline Sheen Talking Musicals with… MARIA FRIEDMAN! 1 1 Talking Musicals with… MARIA FRIEDMAN! full af72140d-ba40-491c-8c2d-3ec4a4327c41 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a184b697 Episode One - Talking Musicals with… MARIA FRIEDMAN

Actor/Director extraordinaire Maria Friedman tells us how her first West End show left her confused and baffled, we discover that her first audition wasn’t quite what you would expect from a 4 time Olivier Award winner, and how an autograph hunter left her and Stephen Sondheim in hysterics. This exploration of Maria’s musical memories will inspire and entertain in equal measure.

--SOCIALS--
Maria: https://www.instagram.com/mariafriedman/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Episode One - Talking Musicals with… MARIA FRIEDMAN

Actor/Director extraordinaire Maria Friedman tells us how her first West End show left her confused and baffled, we discover that her first audition wasn’t quite what you would expect from a 4 time Olivier Award winner, and how an autograph hunter left her and Stephen Sondheim in hysterics. This exploration of Maria’s musical memories will inspire and entertain in equal measure.

--SOCIALS--
Maria: https://www.instagram.com/mariafriedman/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Tue, 22 Apr 2025 08:01:00 +0100 The BLOOP Network The BLOOP Network 4338 Episode One - Talking Musicals with… MARIA FRIEDMAN

Actor/Director extraordinaire Maria Friedman tells us how her first West End show left her confused and baffled, we discover that her first audition wasn’t quite what you would expect from a 4 time Olivier Award winner, and how an autograph hunter left her and Stephen Sondheim in hysterics. This exploration of Maria’s musical memories will inspire and entertain in equal measure.

--SOCIALS--
Maria: https://www.instagram.com/mariafriedman/

Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Follow the show at https://www.instagram.com/talkmusicalstome/ -- (more links to come!)

For Show Enquiries: networkbloop@gmail.com
Hear more 'Thrash 'n Treasure': https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure
Hear more 'Around the World in 80 Plays': https://linktr.ee/80playspodcast

]]> Maria Friedman, Caroline Sheen, West End, Broadway, The Witches of Eastwick, Musicals, Musical Theatre, Merrily We Roll Along, Sondheim, Stephen Sondheim, Passion, Switzerland, Olivier Awards, Tony Awards, British Theatre, Musical Theatre No Caroline Sheen